In the second part of today’s airing of the Midday News…

Getting a food handler’s permit could soon be easier and less frequent.
The Government plans to extend the permit’s validity from one year to two.

Health Minister Dr Christopher Tufton outlined the changes at Wednesday’s post-Cabinet briefing.

00:00 – Food Permits to get Two-Year Validity
01:42 – Hundreds Seek Free Medical Care in St James
03:47 – The Business Minute
05:18 – News Overseas

These clips were aired on the Midday News on October 8, 2026.

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