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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

The St. Ann Health Department has successfully contained an increase in cases of hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) that affected several early childhood institutions between September and October 2024. Chief Public Health Inspector for the parish, Leroy Scott, who...

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Former Festival Queen is 2025 Rhodes Scholar

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

JSEZA Creating Framework to Enable IP Companies to Benefit from Incentives

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.

1 year ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

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...

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (back row, fourth left), and Manager, National Certification Body of Jamaica (NCBJ), Navenia Wellington Ford (back row, third left), share a photo opportunity with representatives of nine organisations which received certification during the National Certification Body of Jamaica’s (NCBJ) Certificate Handover Ceremony on Wednesday (November 13) at the AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston.

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More Local Labs Urged to Get Certified to Int’l Standard

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, is calling for more local laboratories to get certified to international standard. He noted that certification by JANAAC Global Accreditation, the Hazardous Substances Regulatory Authority (HSRA) or the National Certification Body of Jamaica (NCBJ), signals to the global marketplace that the entities are operating at the highest level. “Certification...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes a Statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (November 12).

1 year ago CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

Preliminary Assessment Estimates $647m Damage by Tropical Storm Rafael

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says a preliminary assessment estimates that Jamaica sustained $647 million in damage resulting from the passage of Tropical Storm Rafael, with approximately $311 million required for immediate road clearance and repairs. In a Statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (November 12), Dr. Holness informed that no special allocation has been...

Executive Director, Mona Geolnformatics Institute, Luke Buchanan, addresses the Global Information System (GIS) Innovate Spatial Solutions Summit on Wednesday (November 13) at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in St. Andrew. The event was hosted by the National Spatial Data Management Branch (NSDMB) of the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, in observance of Geography Awareness Month 2024.

1 year ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

PHOTOS: GIS Summit

Executive Director, Mona Geolnformatics Institute, Luke Buchanan, addresses the Global Information System (GIS) Innovate Spatial Solutions Summit on Wednesday (November 13) at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in St. Andrew. The event was hosted by the National Spatial Data Management Branch (NSDMB) of the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, in observance of Geography Awareness Month 2024.

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, greets Portmore Youth Mayor, Tanice Webster, during a recent courtesy call by Youth Mayors at the Office of the Prime Minister in Kingston. The visit was part of activities for Local Government and Community Month during November.

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Citizens Encouraged to Get Involved in Local Governance

November is Local Government and Community Month, and citizens are being encouraged to use this year’s observance to deepen their understanding of local government functions and their impact on communities. The Month is being observed under the theme: ‘Local Government at Work: Facing the Future Together’. “I’m going to use this medium to encourage Jamaicans to get involved – call...