An additional $66 million has been allocated in the 2026/27 Budget to procure 20 more boats and engines under the Fisheries Incentive Programme. Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining Minister, Hon. Floyd Green, in making the disclosure said that the five-year programme, which targets young fishers, is aimed at modernising Jamaica’s fisheries sector. “Every year, we are going to do at least...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, says that ensuring the mental health and well-being of health workers is a major priority in improving healthcare delivery. He said that motivated and supported staff are better equipped to provide compassionate care and ensure patient satisfaction. "It can't be that the staff are unhappy and the clients are dissatisfied....

Residents in several flood-prone communities across St. Elizabeth are to benefit from bulky-waste-removal activities, as SPM Waste Management Ltd. strengthens measures to mitigate flooding and support disaster preparedness during the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Regional Manager at SPM Waste Management Ltd., Sheldon Smith, said the agency will begin targeted clean-up operations in vulnerable areas, including New River in Santa Cruz,...

The House of Representatives, on Wednesday (June 10), approved the Pensions (Superannuation Funds and Retirement Schemes) (Registration, Licensing and Reporting) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026, aimed at modernising the regulatory fee framework and strengthening oversight of the private pensions sector. The Regulations, which were tabled in the House on March 24, will address structural mismatches between the Financial Services Commission (FSC) regulatory...

The House of Representatives has approved the Civil Aviation (Amendment) Act, 2026, which will ensure that Jamaica’s aviation laws effectively support the fulfilment of international obligations and align with current global civil aviation standards and best practices. Addressing the House on Wednesday, June 10, Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz, explained that Jamaica is a Contracting State...

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Delroy Chuck, says the Integrated Electronic Case Management System (IECMS) will strengthen Jamaica’s justice reform efforts by replacing the outdated paper-based case management system currently used in the courts. “It is anticipated that paper will no longer be a part of our court system, and eventually paper will be eliminated from all courts....

The Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) has launched its online Facilitation Tool, a digital platform designed to enhance the ease of doing business with the country’s SEZ regime. The tool aims to streamline engagement between investors, developers, and regulatory stakeholders, while improving efficiency, transparency and service delivery, resulting in a more seamless investment experience. Minister of Industry, Investment and...