TCN CAUTION - Gov’t urged to weigh legal liabilities as 22 deported foreigners arrive under US deal

The arrival of 22 Latin American and European migrants at Norman Manley International Airport under the controversial third county nationals agreement (TCN) has triggered a warning from one political analyst that Jamaica could face legal liabilities.

University of the West Indies lecturer in the Department of Government Damion Gordon said the Holness administration must ensure openness, and evaluate its responsibilities regarding the agreement.

“I would urge the Jamaican Government to provide greater transparency about the agreement and carefully examine the extent of our responsibilities to ensure that Jamaica is not exposed to any present or future legal liabilities.