Peter Bunting
Peter Bunting is a Jamaican politician and member of the People's National Party (PNP), known for his focus on citizen security and productivity. As the Opposition Spokesman on these issues, he has been vocal about the challenges facing the Jamaican economy, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently, he expressed concerns about the country's economic trajectory, highlighting a decline in various sectors and advocating for necessary policy changes to stimulate growth and improve overall productivity.
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Committee Chairman Peter Bunting highlighted the disqualification of students from receiving benefits under the Solidarity Programme.
Gov’t pockets 70% of $1 billion allocated to poor under Solidarity Programme | News
Jamaica· 2026-05-28
PAC members Chris Brown and Peter Bunting wanted clear and definitive directives as to how the issue of the missing documents would be resolved.
Backlog burden worsens | NewsJamaica· 2026-03-04
Chairman of the Public Administration and Appropriations Committee (PAAC), Peter Bunting, charged that the situation was untenable regarding the consultant's payment.
Opposition members chastise Clarke cover ‘intemperate’ outburst at PAAC | NewsJamaica· 2026-03-03
Peter Bunting quoted from an email written by the former operations manager regarding procurement compliance.
PAC members raise concerns about oversight at Parliament | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2026-02-04
Bunting highlighted a deeper contradiction at the heart of the Government’s claim of enhanced independence.
Janiel McEwan | The FID amendments: Independence won, but oversight lost in the shadows | CommentaryJamaica· 2026-01-27
Peter Bunting, chairman of Proven Management, commented on the partnership.
Proven and Cornerstone to partner on projects | BusinessJamaica· 2025-12-19
Peter Bunting, chairman of Proven Management, commented on the partnership.
Proven Management and Cornerstone Group announce partnership | NewsJamaica· 2025-12-17Peter Bunting questioned whether the Development Bank of Jamaica was on a 'frolic of its own' regarding a $10-billion business recovery programme.
$10b mystery | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-12-04
PAAC Chairman Peter Bunting pressed Palmer on whether the funding sought by JPS was in the vicinity of US$500 million.
JPS requests licence extension to secure funding for Melissa recovery | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-11-20
Manchester Southern MP Peter Bunting urged residents to support the search for Jayden Smith.
Kick-starting a healthier lifestyle? Start small | NewsJamaica· 2025-09-28
Manchester Southern MP Peter Bunting urged residents to support the search for Jayden.
Manchester High in prayer as search continues for missing student Jayden Smith | NewsJamaica· 2025-09-28Peter Bunting urged residents to be vigilant and to share any information that could assist.
Manchester High School student Jayden Smith missing | NewsJamaica· 2025-09-28
Peter Bunting is returning to the Lower House after previous election losses.
New MPs and senators to be sworn in Thursday | NewsJamaica· 2025-09-16
Peter Bunting, who is the spokesperson on neither, was the loudest voice on the PNP side regarding the rural school bus programme.
Michael Abrahams | Time come for a PNP wake-up call | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-09-09
Peter Bunting is a former leader of Rise United who has been implicated in undermining the PNP's parliamentary presence.
Gordon Robinson | Thirty-nine per cent? | In FocusJamaica· 2025-09-08
Bunting, a high-profile member of the PNP, lost his seat in the 2020 general election to Manchester Central MP Rhoda Moy Crawford.
Political big winners and losers | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-09-04
Peter Bunting is seeking shelter in Manchester Southern after losing Manchester Central in the previous election.
JLP eyes rare third term in tight race, having equal wins as PNP since 1944
Guyana· 2025-09-04
Peter Bunting is the candidate for the People's National Party (PNP) in the election.
#JaVotes2025 | Porus couple votes together with newborn in tow | NewsJamaica· 2025-09-03
Peter Bunting, a candidate for Manchester Southern, is confident in securing victory despite past electoral challenges.
#JaVotes2025 | Bunting dismisses refuge claims | NewsJamaica· 2025-09-03Bunting is seeking a seat in Manchester Southern for the People's National Party.
TIEBREAKER | Lead Stories | Jamaica GleanerJamaica· 2025-09-03
Peter Bunting is a former cabinet member who is a competitor in the election for Manchester Southern.
Ives confident Chin's track record won't hurt his chances in Manchester Southern | NewsJamaica· 2025-09-03
Peter Bunting was unseated by Rhoda Moy Crawford almost five years ago when she won the election.
Crawford banks on support from churches to retain Manchester Central seat | NewsJamaica· 2025-09-03
Peter Bunting was one of the PNP candidates during the political debate.
Phillips rebukes JLP for ‘wrecking ball’ comment | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-09-02
Opposition Spokesman on Citizen Security Peter Bunting raised concerns about the new voting arrangements.
SHAKY START | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-08-29
Bunting is a member of the PNP's debate team who accused JLP members of illicit enrichment.
Tufton accuses PNP of ‘desperate, last-ditch attempt’ to smear JLP | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-08-28
Peter Bunting made constant accusations about members of the JLP being involved in illicit enrichment.
JLP accuses PNP of ‘angry and desperate’ election campaign | NewsJamaica· 2025-08-28
Peter Bunting will represent the People’s National Party in the debate.
JDC denies politics behind no sign language at first election debate, interpreter secured for tonight’s debate | NewsJamaica· 2025-08-27
Peter Bunting is one of the opposition members participating in the debate.
Funding of tax cuts must be explained in debate, says Hyman | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-08-26
Her colleague, Peter Bunting, the PNP’s candidate for Manchester Southern, also used the platform to hammer the governing Jamaica Labour Party (JLP), charging that corruption has become deeply rooted.
PNP Rally | ‘You are not for sale’ – Neita Garvey, Bunting rail against vote buying and corruption | NewsJamaica· 2025-08-25
Peter Bunting is seeking redemption in Manchester Southern after his defeat in the 2020 elections.
PNP Rally | Comrades told to make no errors ahead of September 3 election | NewsJamaica· 2025-08-25
