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When was tax first introduced in Jamaica and why?

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The first tax system was introduced in 1664 by English Govenor Sir Thomas Modyford wanted to set a firm figure to be collected each year, but the Assembly and House of Representative felt as representatives of the people, they should decide how much should be collected each year.

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