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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, delivers the keynote address at the launch of Heart Month on Tuesday (January 28), at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in St. Andrew.

Jamaica Closer to Eliminating Trans-Fats

Jamaica is a step closer to developing policy to eliminate trans-fatty acids or tans-fats from the local food system. The move is part of measures by the Government to reduce the risk factors for non-communicable diseases (NCD) and premature death....

Senior Public Education and Community Outreach Officer at the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), Ava Tomlinson.

Preservation of Wetlands Takes the Spotlight on February 2

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (centre), enjoys a light moment while speaking with Acting Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dione Jennings (left) and outgoing Ambassador of Mexico to Jamaica, His Excellency Juan José González Mijares. The Ambassador paid a courtesy call at the Ministry in Kingston on Wednesday (January 29).

PHOTOS: Outgoing Mexican Ambassador Calls on Minister Charles Jr.

Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining Minister, Hon. Floyd Green (second right), assists a worker to activate the pump system for one of seven additional irrigation travellers acquired for the Bodles Agriculture Research Station in St. Catherine. The equipment, acquired at a cost of approximately $35.37 million, was handed over during a ceremony at Bodles on Wednesday (January 29). Looking on (from left) are Chief Executive Officer, Isratech Jamaica Limited, Benjamin Hodara; and State Minister in the Agriculture Ministry, Hon. Franklin Witter.

Seven Additional Irrigation Travellers Acquired for Bodles Agricultural Research Station

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second right), cuts the ribbon to officially hand over a two-bedroom unit under the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) to Claudette Salmon (left) in Blackness, Westmoreland, on January 24. Sharing in the moment are Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Arlene Williams (right) and Westmoreland Western, Morland Wilson (in background at right).

From Termite-Infested House to Brand-New Home

1 year ago National Security and Peace

Public Urged to Rate Experience at Police Stations

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is encouraging members of the public to rate their experiences after accessing services at police stations across the island. Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Desmond Brooks, from the Inspectorate and Professional Standards Oversight Bureau, said that the JCF is interested in hearing from customers as it continues to make improvements to service delivery. “Some facilities...

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (second left), is attentive as Papine High School student Raheim Marshall (second right) explains the technique of growing lettuce in a greenhouse. Looking on are fellow students Venicia Raymor (left) and Ashalee Robinson. The Minister toured the greenhouse facility following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Jamaica Bauxite Institute (JBI) and the Papine High School for the utilisation of the greenhouse located at the JBI’s St. Andrew headquarters, on June 14, 2024.

1 year ago AgricultureYouth

Ministry Bolsters Support for Youth in Agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining is ramping up efforts to get more young people involved in agriculture. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Floyd Green, said that the scholarship programme will be enhanced to empower students to pursue career opportunities in the sector. “Last year, we offered 253 scholarships to youth across Jamaica. The $23.5 million that we are spending in...

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (right), and Chairman, Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE), Steven Whittingham (left), in discussion with Chairman, Jamaica Social Stock Exchange (JSSE), Professor Neville Ying, during the 20th JSE Investments and Capital Markets Conference, held recently at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston.

1 year ago Agriculture

Gov’t to Equip New and Renovated Cold Storage Facilities with Renewable Energy Capability

All cold-storage facilities to be built or renovated by the Government to extend the shelf life of agricultural produce will be operated using renewable energy, says Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green. He provided the update during the 20th Jamaica Stock Exchange Investments and Capital Markets Conference, held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston recently....

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, makes a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 28).

1 year ago Health & Wellness

Health Ministry Taking Steps to Enhance ‘Know Your Numbers’ Initiative

The Ministry of Health and Wellness will be implementing several key strategies to enhance the effectiveness of the ‘Know Your Numbers’ initiative. Portfolio Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, made the disclosure during a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 28). The Know Your Numbers initiative aims to facilitate 500,000 screenings to help citizens identify their risk...

The Child Protection and Family Services Agency Public Relations and Communications Manager, Kristen Laing.

1 year ago Youth

CPFSA to Celebrate Outstanding Students in State Care

Fifty-two children in State care will be recognised for outstanding achievement by the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) at the entity’s 13th Annual Educational Achievement Awards on Thursday (January 30). The event was held at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston. These students, hailing from across CPFSA's four regions – western, southern, north east and south east...

Newly appointed Executive Director, Social Development Commission (SDC), Omar Frith.

1 year ago CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

Omar Frith Appointed SDC Executive Director

Omar Frith has been appointed Executive Director of the Social Development Commission (SDC). His appointment, effective January 28, follows the departure of Dr. Dwayne Vernon, who demitted office on January 27 after serving the SDC for more than two decades, including 13 years at the helm. Mr. Frith previously served as the SDC’s Deputy Executive Director for eight years, during...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, addresses Wednesday’s (January 29) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House.

1 year ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentWorks / Construction

55 Bridges to Be Upgraded

Fifty-five bridges across Jamaica will be upgraded at a cost of US$100 million through a partnership with the United Kingdom (UK). The Accelerated Rural Bridge Development Programme aims to instal a range of permanent vehicular and pedestrian bridges in strategic areas. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan,...