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Director General, Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), Dr. Wayne Henry.

Economy to Stablise in January-March 2025 Quarter – PIOJ

The overall performance of the economy is projected to stabilise during the January-March 2025 quarter, with a flat performance projected, says Director General of the Planning Institute of Jamaica, Dr. Wayne Henry. He was addressing the PIOJ’s recent briefing for...

Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister (West), Hon. Homer Davis, addresses the recent World Town Planning Day (WTPD) forum at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in Rose Hall, St. James.

Gov’t Committed to Sustainable Urban Planning

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck (left), addresses the CCJ Academy for Law regional townhall at the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, on Thursday (November 14). The hybrid session focused on advancing justice in the Caribbean, post Needham’s Point Declaration. Listening (from second left) are: Senior Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions, Jeremy Taylor, KC, and Attorney-at-law, Peter Champagnie, KC.

New Firearms Legislation to Be Amended to Attract More Guilty Pleas

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (centre), tries out the Smart Board in a Smart Lab at the Morant Bay Primary School, during a tour on Thursday (November 14. Observing (from left) are: Principal, Fay Lindsay and Literacy Coordinator, Juline Williams.

Education Minister Underscores Importance of Partnerships in the Sector

Chief Public Health Inspector for St. Ann, Leroy Scott, addresses the St. Ann Municipal Corporation’s monthly meeting in St. Ann’s Bay on Thursday (November 14).

Cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease at St. Ann Schools Contained

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, delivers the keynote address during Thursday’s (November 14) Justice of the Peace (JP) Sensitisation Session at the Casa Maria Hotel in St. Mary. This engagement formed part of the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the capacity of JPs and sensitise JP Association executive members about the policies and procedures that will broaden the scope of the services they deliver.

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PHOTOS: Justice of the Peace Sensitisation Session in St. Mary

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, delivers the keynote address during Thursday’s (November 14) Justice of the Peace (JP) Sensitisation Session at the Casa Maria Hotel in St. Mary. This engagement formed part of the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the capacity of JPs and sensitise JP Association executive members about the policies and procedures that will broaden the scope...

Director General of the Planning Institute of Jamaica, Dr. Wayne Henry (at podium), addresses the audience during Thursday’s (November 14) launch of the 2023 Violence Against Children and Youth Survey at the S Hotel in Kingston.

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New Data on Violence Against Children to Inform National Plan of Action

The Government will be utilising the newly launched Violence Against Children and Youth Survey (VACS) 2023, to inform the National Plan of Action for an integrated response to children and violence. This will be done through the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information and the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ). The survey revealed that sexual violence in childhood is...

Chief Executive Officer of the Port Authority of Jamaica and Chairman of the Police Service Commission, Professor the Hon. Gordon Shirley (right), congratulates 2025 Rhodes Scholar, Aundrene Cameron, during the announcement ceremony on Thursday (November 14) at King’s House. Professor Shirley deputised for Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, as this year’s Rhodes Scholarship Selection Committee Chair.

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Former Festival Queen is 2025 Rhodes Scholar

Twenty-two-year-old Aundrene Cameron has been named Jamaica’s 2025 Rhodes Scholar. The 2023 Miss Jamaica Festival Queen was among six female and four male candidates who vied for the prestigious scholarship this year. The announcement was made on Thursday (November 14), during a brief ceremony at King’s House, by Chief Executive Officer of the Port Authority of Jamaica and Chairman of...

Chief Executive Officer, Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA), Kelli-Dawn Hamilton.

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JSEZA Creating Framework to Enable IP Companies to Benefit from Incentives

The Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) is making significant strides in strengthening its offerings, with a key focus on creating a framework that will enable Intellectual Property (IP) companies to benefit from Special Economic Zone (SEZ) incentives. This development forms part of JSEZA’s ongoing efforts to expand Jamaica’s SEZ landscape and attract investments in high-growth sectors, such as film...

Acting Chief Executive Officer, Universal Service Fund, Andrew McRae.

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USF Committed to Bridging the Digital Divide

Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Universal Service Fund (USF), Andrew McRae, says his organisation remains steadfast in bridging Jamaica’s digital divide and enhancing the quality of life for all citizens. Mr. McRae said the USF’s mission is to ensure that all Jamaicans have access to the vital digital tools needed to thrive in today’s technology-driven world, irrespective of their...

Environmental Officer, National Environment and Planning Agency, Tamarah Myles.

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NEPA Warns Against the Use of Sunscreens Containing Oxybenzone

The National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) is raising awareness about the potential health and environmental risks associated with sunscreens containing oxybenzone (Benzophenone-3), a common ingredient in many sun protection products. “While sunscreens are vital in reducing the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, such as Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) damage, skin cancer and premature ageing, studies have revealed that certain...

Director of Arts, Development and Training, Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC), Andrew Brodber, speaks during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the agency’s head office in Kingston.

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JCDC Hosting Islandwide Workshops

The Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) is hosting a series of islandwide workshops for individuals and groups entering the 2025 performing arts competitions. The workshops are being held from November 14 to December 6, beginning 9:00 a.m. Persons interested in attending should visit the JCDC’s website at www.jcdc.gov.jm or contact any of the Commission’s parish offices for further information. Speaking...