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PM Mottley to address nation tonight

PM Mottley to address nation tonight

April 11, 2020
4:27 pm

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Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley addresses the nation tonight on the status of the COVID-19 curfew amidst speculation that the two week shut down may be extended.
Starcom Network News understands the Prime Minister will update the country on several issues in relation to the COVID-19 response over the next few weeks.
She’s expected to announce measures in relation to the operation of supermarkets, hardware stores, schools and the management of traffic on the roads.
Prime Minister Mottley’s national address is scheduled for 7pm.

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