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Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, in discussion with Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Carol Palmer, at a special hybrid press conference at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) in New Kingston, on August 21.
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, in discussion with Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Carol Palmer, at a special hybrid press conference at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) in New Kingston, on August 21.

JPS to Generate New Zero-Consumption Bills for Persons Without Electricity

In cases where estimated bills were sent out to Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) customers who had no supply, the JPS will cancel these bills and generate new bills representing zero consumption. Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon....
Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) Governor, Richard Byles, addresses journalists during the BOJ’s Quarterly Monetary Policy Report press conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre on Wednesday (August 21). Listening is BOJ Deputy Governor in charge of Financial Markets and Payments Systems, Natalie Haynes.    
Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) Governor, Richard Byles, addresses journalists during the BOJ’s Quarterly Monetary Policy Report press conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre on Wednesday (August 21). Listening is BOJ Deputy Governor in charge of Financial Markets and Payments Systems, Natalie Haynes.    

BOJ Signals Interest Rate Reduction Following Ease in Monetary Policy Stance
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (left), greets indigent housing solution recipient, Allan “Jah Lloyd” Edwards (centre), during a ribbon-cutting exercise for Mr. Edwards’ new one-bedroom unit on August 20, in Clarendon North Central. Also pictured is Mayor of May Pen, Councillor Joel Williams.
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (left), greets indigent housing solution recipient, Allan “Jah Lloyd” Edwards (centre), during a ribbon-cutting exercise for Mr. Edwards’ new one-bedroom unit on August 20, in Clarendon North Central. Also pictured is Mayor of May Pen, Councillor Joel Williams.

5,000 Hurricane Straps for Rocky Point Residents
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, speaks during a special semi-virtual press conference at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) in New Kingston on Wednesday (August 21) to address concerns regarding, among other things, the Jamaica Public Service Company’s billing system and post-Hurricane Beryl electricity restoration efforts.
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, speaks during a special semi-virtual press conference at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) in New Kingston on Wednesday (August 21) to address concerns regarding, among other things, the Jamaica Public Service Company’s billing system and post-Hurricane Beryl electricity restoration efforts.

Energy Ministry to Receive JPS Proposal Regarding Current Billing Cycle Concerns by Friday
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, speaks during a special semi-virtual press conference to address issues regarding Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) billing and post-Hurricane Beryl electricity restoration efforts, as well as regulatory efforts by the Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR).The press conference was held at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) New Kingston on Wednesday (August 21).
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, speaks during a special semi-virtual press conference to address issues regarding Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) billing and post-Hurricane Beryl electricity restoration efforts, as well as regulatory efforts by the Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR).The press conference was held at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) New Kingston on Wednesday (August 21).

Special Audit and Investigation of JPS Billing System to be Conducted

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EducationYouth

CXC Registrar Calls on Education Ministries in Region to Give Greater Attention to Mathematics

Registrar and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC), Dr. Wayne Wesley, said Education Ministries across the region ought to give greater attention to Mathematics. This follows a report by the Council that only 36 per cent of candidates across the region received a passing grade in the May/June 2024 sitting of the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) Mathematics...
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Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addresses a special press conference on issues surrounding Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) billing, and electricity restoration following the passage of Hurricane Beryl on July 3.  The press conference was held at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) in New Kingston, and online, on August 21.
EnergyHurricane Relief & Recovery

JPS Extends Disconnection Date

The Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) has extended the disconnection date for the non-payment of bills from August 15 to September 15. Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, made the disclosure while addressing a special press conference on August 21, at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ), New Kingston, and online. Mr. Vaz said the action...
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Corporate Risk and Insurance Manager of the National Housing Trust (NHT), Stefan Clarke, speaks at a  Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank on August 21.
Housing

August 26 is Deadline to Submit Peril Insurance Claims to NHT

National Housing Trust (NHT) mortgagors whose properties were damaged by Hurricane Beryl on July 3, now have until August 26 to file claims under the Homeowners Comprehensive Policy – Peril Insurance. At a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank on August 21, Corporate Risk and Insurance Manager at NHT, Stefan Clarke, announced the deadline extension to provide qualifying contributors with...
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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (second right), and Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with Responsibility for Works and Member of Parliament for Clarendon North Central, Hon. Robert Morgan (second left), are all smiles as Marlene Stewart (right) of Pennants in the constituency displays the keys to her brand-new two-bedroom home, which was built under the Indigent Housing Programme. Also observing is Mayor of May Pen, Councillor Joel Williams. Ms. Stewart received the unit on Tuesday (August 20).
CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

Three Indigent Housing Solutions Delivered in Clarendon North Central

Three deserving residents of Clarendon North Central are Jamaica’s newest homeowners, thanks to the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development’s Indigent Housing Programme. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, delivered the keys for furnished two-bedroom units to Marlene Stewart of Pennants and Alberta Henry of Coxswain, while Allan “Jah Lloyd” Edwards of Tanarchy received a one-bedroom unit. These bring the...
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Head of the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Unit, Counter Terrorism and Organized Crime Investigations Branch, Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Woman Detective Inspector Kimesha Gordon.
National Security and PeaceYouth

Police Urge Human Trafficking Safeguards for Children

The Police are encouraging parents, guardians and other well-thinking adults to take steps to safeguard children against human trafficking. They report that children continue to be the main targets of this heinous crime in Jamaica. Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Anti-Trafficking in Persons Unit at the Counter Terrorism and Organised Crime Investigations Branch, Woman Detective Inspector Kimesha Gordon,...
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Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams.
EducationYouth

There is Urgent Need for the Restoration of Electricity in Many Schools – Education Minister

Education and Youth Minister, Hon. Fayval Williams, says there is an urgent need to restore electricity to more than 200 of the 1,010 public primary and secondary schools before the start of the new school year. Minister Williams made the call following her recent tour of Manning's School in Westmoreland, one of four institutions she visited that suffered significant damage...
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Minister of Education and Youth, Hon Fayval Williams.
AgricultureHurricane Relief & Recovery

Essential Supplies Handed Over to Fisherfolk in Parottee

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, visited the community of Parottee in St. Elizabeth, on August 16, to deliver essential supplies to local fisherfolk. The community has faced significant challenges since Hurricane Beryl impacted the island on July 3, including loss of electricity and a struggling fishing industry. Minister Green emphasised the vital role of the fishing...
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