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Chief Justice, Hon. Bryan Sykes, delivers remarks during Thursday's (April 9) swearing-in ceremony at King's House for members of the judiciary.

Chief Justice Urges Shift Towards Mediation in Legal System

Chief Justice, Hon. Bryan Sykes, has urged members of the judiciary to embrace a transformation in the legal system – moving away from a culture where litigation is the norm, towards one that prioritises mediation and efficient dispute resolution. “While...

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange (fourth left, front row), shares a moment with members of the National Women's Football Team, the "Reggae Girlz" along with Head Coach, Hubert Busby (left, back row), and members of the technical staff.

Reggae Girlz Looking to Deliver Strong Performance Against Antigua

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, addresses a press briefing at the Cornwall Regional Hospital (CRH) in St. James on Thursday ( April 9).

Western Child and Adolescent Hospital Expected to Be Completed This Financial Year

Some of the new vehicles acquired by the Ministry of National Security and Peace for the Jamaica Constabulary Force. They were handed over on April 9.

JCF Gets More Vehicles

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton.

Gov’t Assessing Over 100 Health Centres in Hurricane-Hit Parishes

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (second right, head table), addresses members of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Board during a luncheon hosted in his honour following his meeting with members of the IDB Board of Directors in Washington DC, on Tuesday (April 7). Others at the head table (from left) are Executive Director of the Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre (GTRCMC), Professor Lloyd Waller; Executive Vice President of the IDB, Jordan Schwartz; and Director of Tourism Trade and International Relations in the Tourism Ministry, Christina Edwards.

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Minister Bartlett Calls for Caribbean Tourism Bank

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has formally called for the creation of a dedicated Caribbean Tourism Bank, urging the Inter American Development Bank (IDB) to champion a region specific financial institution that can develop tailored products and financing solutions to meet the unique needs of the Caribbean tourism sector. He made the call during remarks at a luncheon on Tuesday...

The Ministry of Finance and the Public Service will be launching its annual National Budget Secondary School Tour on April 14 at Ferncourt High in St. Ann.

9 hours ago EducationFinance & Public ServiceYouth

Finance Ministry Launches Annual National Budget Secondary School Tour April 14

The Ministry of Finance and the Public Service will be launching its annual National Budget Secondary School Tour on April 14 at Ferncourt High in St. Ann. Director of Corporate Communication and Public Relations at the Ministry, Shakiel Rochester Shorter, said that this year’s staging of the tour will feature a series of interactive engagements across schools in St. Ann...

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (seated, centre); Chief Justice, Hon. Bryan Sykes (seated, left) and President of the Court of Appeal, Hon. Justice Marva McDonald-Bishop (seated, right) share a photo with the eight members of the judiciary who were sworn into higher offices during a ceremony at King’s House in St. Andrew, today (April 9).

1 day ago Justice and Constitutional Affairs

Eight Judges Sworn into Higher Offices

Eight members of the Judiciary were sworn into higher offices by Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, today (April 9). Hon. Justice Lorna Shelly-Williams and Hon. Justice Carolyn Tie-Powell will serve as Acting Judges of Appeal, from April 20, 2026, until July 31, 2026. Her Honour Tracey-Ann Johnson and Mrs. Andrea Martin Swaby were sworn in as...

Acting Superintendent for the Jamaica Fire Brigade

1 day ago CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

Motorists Urged to Park 10 Feet Clear of Fire Hydrants

Motorists are reminded to park at least 10 feet away from fire hydrants to ensure firefighters can carry out their critical duties without obstruction. Speaking during the last meeting of the Portland Municipal Corporation, Acting Superintendent for the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) Portland Division, Wade McDermott, cautioned that failure to maintain this distance could compromise first responders’ ability to act...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, delivers the main address at the official commissioning of the solar system installed at the National Health Fund (NHF) pharmaceutical warehouse on Marcus Garvey Drive on Wednesday (April 8). The installation is expected to improve energy efficiency and lower operational costs.

1 day ago Health & Wellness

Health Minister Highlights Increased Access to Medication Facilitated by the NHF

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, has highlighted the significant expansion of the National Health Fund (NHF), pointing to increased access to medication and broader healthcare support for Jamaicans. Speaking at the official commissioning of a solar system at the NHF pharmaceutical warehouse on Marcus Garvey Drive on Wednesday (April 8), Dr. Tufton said the agency...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (third right), is joined by National Health Fund (NHF) Board Chairman Shane Dalling (second left); NHF Chief Executive Officer, Everton Anderson (third left); Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Most Hon. Juliet Holness (second right); and Vice President of Programme Operations at Direct Relief, Genevieve Bitter (right), along with other stakeholders, as they listen to NHF Director of Institutional Benefits, Projects and Maintenance, Richard Allen (left), explain components of the solar system installed at the NHF

1 day ago Health & Wellness

NHF Commissions Solar System at Kingston Warehouse

A solar energy system has been installed at the National Health Fund (NHF) pharmaceutical warehouse on Marcus Garvey Drive in Kingston. The system, which was officially commissioned into service on Wednesday (April 8), marks a significant step towards boosting energy efficiency and reducing operational costs through renewable solutions. Its acquisition was facilitated through collaboration with United States-based global nonprofit humanitarian...

Chairman and founder of the Jill Stewart MoBay City Run, Janet Silvera, addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, held at the agency’s Montego Bay Regional office, on Wednesday, April 8.

1 day ago Hurricane Relief & Recovery

Five High Schools to Benefit from Jill Stewart Mobay City Run

Five secondary schools in western Jamaica that suffered extensive damage during Hurricane Melissa will receive $1 million each from the 2026 Jill Stewart MoBay City Run. The 10th staging of the charity run, scheduled for Sunday, May 3 at Harmony Beach Park in Montego Bay, St. James, is looking to raise $10 million to support education in western parishes. Founder...