Insurance delays hinder recovery.

Jamaica’s tourism industry is still recovering nearly a year after Hurricane Melissa, with dozens of hotels closed and visitor numbers and revenue remaining well below pre-storm levels. Industry leaders say delayed insurance payouts and large deductions have left many businesses short of cash needed to rebuild before the busy winter season. Insurers argue that complex commercial claims and a shortage of qualified adjusters have slowed the process, while disputing broader criticism of their handling of claims. The prolonged delays have drawn government attention, with Prime Minister Andrew Holness warning that faster settlements are essential for the country’s economic recovery.

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