Jamaica Gleaner
Published: Thursday | April 16, 2009
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Opposition reshuffle

1. Some in the Opposition are now asking for a reshuffle of the various spokespersons to reflect the Government's realities. Some are even asking for the axing of a few to facilitate the infusion of young blood.

Royal impact

2. Story around town is that one of those who neglected her duties so she could join the reception line receiving the visiting royal party has been well and truly fired. Needless to say, she has a different take on the reason for her departure from the high-profile position.

Cheers for demotion

3. They say Hell knows no fury like a woman scorned. Well those who felt scorned after his elevation are now rejoicing at his demotion, and their voices are growing louder and louder.

On the market!

4. Oops! Another private aircraft is up for sale!

New label

5. The self-proclaimed guru is now being called something else in some circles - 'The most-fired professional' - having been fired from no less than six prominent jobs in very recent times.

Who will survive?

6. The consensus is the 'old money' will weather the financial storm, but the nouveau riche will not, as there is no more credit to sustain them.

High-profile return

7. Word in political circles is that now the 'principled' one is gone, expect the 'fired' one to make a dramatic high-profile return with new appointment.Up for sale?

8. Seems like the previously unthinkable is now on the table as the word on the international market is that the business is being quietly advertised for sale.

No cash flowing

9. Seems like even though there are no legal impediments to making payments, none is forthcoming and this has many up in arms and threatening all kinds of legal recourse!

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