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Jamaica Sets December Deadline for Coopers Pen Relocation Amid Demolition Policy Review

The Jamaican government has set a December deadline for relocating the Coopers Pen settlement while Prime Minister Andrew Holness announced plans to develop new policies governing security forces' involvement in future demolitions.

29 Aug, 05:07 — 29 Aug, 05:07
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jamaica-gleanerMostly Factual11h ago

December target for Coopers Pen relocation

WESTERN BUREAU: During a visit yesterday to Coopers Pen in Trelawny, where 20 houses were flattened during a demolition exercise on August 11, Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness said he is targeting December for the start of a relocation programme for some 99 eligible residents.

By Albert Ferguson/Gleaner Writer

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