The Ministry of Finance and the Public Service is underscoring the importance of early pension planning by government employees. Strategic Planning and Stakeholder Engagement Manager in the Ministry, Dr. Kimorley Humphrey, told JIS News that while many persons associate pensions with retirement, the benefits can be vital for individuals of all ages, including dependents. “The concept of pensions is not...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has reiterated the Government’s commitment to ensuring that all Jamaicans have access to affordable housing solutions. He noted that there is an imbalance between housing supply and affordability, with many qualified individuals struggling to find solutions within their income bracket. "The issue is not the finance; it's that people who qualify can't...

The Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) will be hosting a series of workshops and meetings for event promoters, production teams and venue operators to establish and set clear standards for event staging and execution. Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, said that the workshops and meetings will be held over the coming months. “Additionally, we will host discussions...

The Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) will be naming a three-member panel to conduct an administrative review of its building approval process. Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, said the Corporation continues to work towards strengthening its building approval process, in keeping with recommendations made by the Integrity Commission. “This panel will consist of individuals who have worked...

Jamaican-born actress and film producer, Jacinth Headlam, is back in the island to promote her film, ‘Love After Holidays’, set to premiere on Friday, February 7, at Carib 5, Crossroads, in Kingston. “I am so, so excited. I am so grateful for this opportunity. It’s an amazing film with legendary actors and you don’t want to miss it,” Miss Headlam...

 

The justice system has never been in a better position than it is now as it relates to the delivery of crucial services to the public, says Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck. In an interview with JIS News, the Minister said significant outputs were achieved over the past 12 months in the areas of restorative justice, backlog cases being...