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Quality and Food Safety Management Systems Consultant with the Hot Pepper Value Chain Project, Marshalee Valentine, says component two of the Project identified critical gaps in food safety for participants. Ms. Valentine was speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank, held at the Agency’s Television Department at 5-9 South Odeon Avenue, in Kingston.

Hot Pepper Value Chain Project Focuses on Gaps in Food Safety

The Second Component of the Hot Pepper Value Chain Project has played a key role in focusing on gaps in local food-safety efforts for agricultural stakeholders in five parishes. Facilitated by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations...

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.

Labour Ministry Ensuring an Inclusive Work Environment

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), looks on as Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, cuts the ribbon to mark the official handover of a new home to St. Thomas resident, Carline Williams (second left). She was among the beneficiaries in the parish who received keys to homes under the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) from Prime Minister Holness on May 15. Also sharing the moment are (from left) Member of Parliament for St. Thomas Eastern, Dr. Michelle Charles, and Principal Finance Officer in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Judith Robb Walters.

St. Thomas Poised for Housing Boom – PM Holness

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia “Babsy” Grange, addresses a JIS Think Tank on Friday, May 16, where she gave an update on planned activities for Workers’ Week 2025.

Emphasis on Workforce Resilience During Workers’ Week

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), listens to Chief Technology Officer, Guardsman Cyber Intelligence, Omar Edwards (third left), during a recent tour of Guardsman Cyber Intelligence Security Operations Centre (SOC) at 14-16 Balmoral Avenue in Kingston. They are joined by Minister of Legal and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Marlene Malahoo Forte (second left); Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge (right), employees at Guardsman Group of Companies and other guests. The facility was officially opened recently.

Tripling of National Security Budget Yielding Positive Results

Custos Rotulorum for St. Ann, Joseph Issa (left), leads newly appointed Justices of the Peace in taking the Oath of Office during their commissioning ceremony at Riu Ocho Rios on Friday, May 16.

11 months ago Justice

37 New JPs Commissioned in St. Ann

Thirty-seven new Justices of the Peace (JPs) have been commissioned into service in St. Ann. They took the oath of office during a ceremony at Riu Ocho Rios on Friday, May 16. Justice Minister, Hon. Delroy Chuck, in his address, encouraged the new JPs to serve with integrity, emphasising “from now on, make sure your character is unblemished”. “You must...

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

11 months ago Health & Wellness

Health and Wellness Minister Highlights Success of Adopt-a-Clinic Programme

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, has highlighted the remarkable achievements of the Ministry’s Adopt-A-Clinic Programme, reiterating its vital role in strengthening primary healthcare across Jamaica. During a community event at the Lime Hall Health Clinic in St. Ann, on May 16, Dr. Tufton praised the initiative for its success in alleviating pressure on hospitals and...

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon addresses the senate on May 19.

11 months ago Senate

Senate Passes Legislation to Grant Certain Public Officers Option of Retiring Before Age 65

The Senate has passed legislation granting public officers born between August 1, 1961 and February 28, 1963, the option of retiring before reaching age 65 while still receiving full benefits. Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, piloted the Pensions (Public Service) (Amendment and Validation) Act 2025 through the Upper House on Friday...

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, addresses Sunday’s (May 18) National Workers

11 months ago CultureEnvironment

Minister Says Country is a Divine Gift and Jamaicans Should Protect It

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, has charged Jamaicans to honour their responsibility to protect the country. Referencing the patriotic song, ‘Jamaica Land of Beauty’ by A.L. Hendricks and Lloyd Hall, Minister Grange said it aptly sums up that Jamaica is a divine gift. “From riverside to mountain, from cane field to the sea, our hearts...

Custos of St. Catherine, Hon. Icylin Golding delivers remarks on behalf of the Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, during the National Workers

11 months ago EnvironmentGovernor General

Environmental Stewardship is Not Optional – G-G

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has called on Jamaicans to exercise environmental stewardship. Environmental stewardship is about actively using and protecting natural resources, ensuring their long-term sustainability. “The theme, ‘Protect the Environment: Our Land, Our Duty, Our Future’, with its rallying cry, ‘Jamaica Nice, Protect Wi Paradise’, is both timely and urgent. Environmental stewardship is not...

Chairman of the St. James Municipal Corporation, Councillor Richard Vernon (second left), hands over a token to deacon Jospeh Kerr (fourth left), during the Workers’ Week Thanksgiving Church Service at the Burchell Baptist Church in Montego Bay, St. James, on Sunday, May 18. Joining in the moment is Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Heroy Clarke (left); Custos Rotulorum for St. James, Bishop Conrad Pitkin (fourth right); Deputy Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Dwight Crawford (third right); councillors and other stakeholders.

11 months ago CommunityDevelopmentLabourLabour Day 2025Local Government

Charles Gordon Market Chosen as Labour Day Parish Project

The St. James Municipal Corporation will invest $7.7 million in community driven environmental projects for this year's Labour Day on May 23, with a major focus on the Charles Gordon Market. Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon, made the disclosure during the Workers’ Week Thanksgiving Church Service held at the Burchell Baptist Church in Montego Bay, on Sunday (May...

11 months ago Commerce

Dissatisfied Consumers Urged to Voice Concerns Through Proper Channels

Dissatisfied consumers are being encouraged to avoid social media rants and instead express their concerns respectfully and through the appropriate channels. Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) Legal Officer, Tara Francis, in making the call, noted the importance of constructive feedback in improving service standards and business practices, and promoting fairness and competition within the marketplace. “Consumers have the right to voice...