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Deputy Commissioner at the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) Sean Martin (right), listens as Superintendent, JFB, Emeleo Ebanks, speaks at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, on December 10, at the Agency’s head office in Kingston.
Deputy Commissioner at the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) Sean Martin (right), listens as Superintendent, JFB, Emeleo Ebanks, speaks at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, on December 10, at the Agency’s head office in Kingston.

Motorists Must Yield to Emergency Vehicles – JFB

Motorists are being advised to yield to emergency vehicles, such as fire trucks, ambulances and police cars responding to emergency situations. Deputy Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), Sean Martin, made the appeal while speaking at a Jamaica Information...
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Andrew Holness (second left) hugs New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) beneficiary,  Simone Reid, while handing her the keys to her new home during a ceremony held in John Reid, St. Ann on Thursday (December 12). Sharing in the moment are Chairperson for the NSHP Oversight Committee, Judith Robb Walters (left), and Minister of State in the Ministry of Finance and Public Service and Member of Parliament for Southwest St. Ann, Hon. Zavia Mayne (right).
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Andrew Holness (second left) hugs New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) beneficiary,  Simone Reid, while handing her the keys to her new home during a ceremony held in John Reid, St. Ann on Thursday (December 12). Sharing in the moment are Chairperson for the NSHP Oversight Committee, Judith Robb Walters (left), and Minister of State in the Ministry of Finance and Public Service and Member of Parliament for Southwest St. Ann, Hon. Zavia Mayne (right).

315 Houses Constructed Under NSHP
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (fourth right), is joined by Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (centre), Mayor of Lucea, Councillor Sheridan Samuels (third from left), Managing Director, Princess Hotels and Resorts, Enrico Pezzoli (third right), and other stakeholders in cutting the ribbon to mark the official opening of Princess Grand Jamaica and Princess Senses The Mangrove Resorts in Green Island, Hanover, on Thursday (December 12).
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (fourth right), is joined by Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (centre), Mayor of Lucea, Councillor Sheridan Samuels (third from left), Managing Director, Princess Hotels and Resorts, Enrico Pezzoli (third right), and other stakeholders in cutting the ribbon to mark the official opening of Princess Grand Jamaica and Princess Senses The Mangrove Resorts in Green Island, Hanover, on Thursday (December 12).

Prime Minister Officially Opens US$400m Princess Resorts in Hanover
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third right), shakes the hand of internationally revered spiritual leader, humanitarian, and Peace Ambassador, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (third left), during a meeting at Jamaica House on December 13. Sharing the moment (from left) are Bhushan Deodhar who is Mr. Gurudev’s Secretary for the United States; Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Amber Group, Ambassador and Special Investment Envoy for Technology, Dushyant Savadia; Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister, Ambassador Rocky Meade; and Senior Advisor/Consultant, Office of the Prime Minister of Jamaica, Alok Jain.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third right), shakes the hand of internationally revered spiritual leader, humanitarian, and Peace Ambassador, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (third left), during a meeting at Jamaica House on December 13. Sharing the moment (from left) are Bhushan Deodhar who is Mr. Gurudev’s Secretary for the United States; Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Amber Group, Ambassador and Special Investment Envoy for Technology, Dushyant Savadia; Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister, Ambassador Rocky Meade; and Senior Advisor/Consultant, Office of the Prime Minister of Jamaica, Alok Jain.

Government Implements Policies That Advance Mental Wellness and Address Root Cause of Violence
Technical Manager for the Soil Health, Plant Tissue and Water Laboratory in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining’s Agriculture Land Management Division (ALMD), Pamella McKenzie (left), speaks during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the agency’s head office in Kingston on Thursday (December 12). Listening are: Senior Lecturer at the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE), Spencer Jarrett, and Soil Food Web Consultant, Lise Charron Alexander.
Technical Manager for the Soil Health, Plant Tissue and Water Laboratory in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining’s Agriculture Land Management Division (ALMD), Pamella McKenzie (left), speaks during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the agency’s head office in Kingston on Thursday (December 12). Listening are: Senior Lecturer at the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE), Spencer Jarrett, and Soil Food Web Consultant, Lise Charron Alexander.

Agriculture Stakeholders Encouraged to Use Fertiliser Regimes

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Education

Education Ministry to Host Camps for 2025 CSEC and City & Guilds Exam Candidates

Secondary students preparing to sit the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) and City and Guilds examinations in June 2025, will have the opportunity to participate in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information’s Christmas Term Subject-based Camps. These camps, slated for December 16-19, are designed to boost students’ academic performance, particularly in Mathematics and English Language. A Ministry bulletin...
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Flyer for the Portmore Christmas House Decorating Contest
CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

Entries for Portmore Christmas House Decorating Contest Close December 16

The Portmore Municipal Corporation, in collaboration with the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS), is hosting a Christmas house decorating contest for residents of the Municipality. The contest will see the winner of the ‘Best Decorated House’ receiving a cash prize of $50,000, and the runner up receiving $20,000. The deadline for entries is Monday, December 16. Mayor of Portmore, His...
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Chief Executive Officer, Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), Dolsie Allen, shares safety tips consumers should adhere to this Christmas season during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the agency’s head office in Kingston on Thursday (December 12).
CommerceIndustryInvestment

CAC Urges Caution by Consumers with Financial Decisions During the Christmas Season

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is urging persons to exercise caution and diligence when considering financial assistance options, such as loans, during the Christmas season. Speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the agency’s head office in Kingston on Thursday (December 12), CAC Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dolsie Allen, said the Yuletide season often yields enticing offers...
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Caption: Superintendent at the Jamaica Fire Brigade, Emeleo Ebanks.
CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

Citizens Urged to Be Careful When Handling Devices Powered by Lithium Batteries

The Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) is urging citizens to prioritise safety, especially when handling devices powered by lithium batteries, during the festive season. Superintendent at the JFB, Emeleo Ebanks, told JIS News that individuals must observe safety practices to prevent fires and other hazards. Mr. Ebanks warned that devices with lithium batteries, such as smartphones and rechargeable electronics, require extra...
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Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams addresses Wednesday’s (Dec. 11) post Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House.
Finance & Public Service

Finance Ministry Working to Get Ministries Up to Date in Submitting Appropriations Accounts

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, says the Ministry is committed to putting additional resources in place to ensure timely submission of appropriations accounts to the Auditor General. She was addressing Wednesday’s (Dec. 11) post Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House, in response to a recent report that government funds, totalling $3 trillion, have been unaccounted...
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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green.
Agriculture

$100 Million Allocated for 2024-2025 National Irish Potato Programme

The Government has allocated $100 million to support 4,000 farmers in the production of Irish potatoes across 1,500 hectares of farmland. Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, made the announcement at the launch of the 2024-2025 National Irish Potato Programme at the St. Michael's Church in Claremont, St. Ann on Wednesday (Dec. 11). Under the new programme...
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