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Minister of National Security Michael Weeks, JP, MP, said of last night’s murder in Paget: “First and foremost, my reflections are on the family of the victim. I will be meeting with the family today, and our Ministry team will be providing them with support as they deal with their loss.
“No one deserves to lose their life through such circumstances. I urge those who may have information about this incident to step up and assist the Police with their investigation.”
Consumers paid 5.1 per cent more in September 2022 than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI].
The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the September 2022 CPI from the Department of Statistics.
Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the August 2022 Retail Sales Index.
August’s retail sales decreased 4.8 per cent compared to last year. In value terms, retail sales increased to an estimated $100.5 million.
Compared to the pre-pandemic period of August 2019, volume sales were 0.8 per cent higher.
Five of the seven sectors recorded growth in August 2022.