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Community Liaison Officer, Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Nadola Williams, speaks with Portland Cottage resident, Joseph McGregor, after presenting him with tarpaulin to protect this home from the elements.  Teams from the Ministry journeyed to communities in Clarendon on Wednesday (July 10), to assess the extent of damage from Hurricane Beryl and provide relief items to affected persons.
Community Liaison Officer, Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Nadola Williams, speaks with Portland Cottage resident, Joseph McGregor, after presenting him with tarpaulin to protect this home from the elements.  Teams from the Ministry journeyed to communities in Clarendon on Wednesday (July 10), to assess the extent of damage from Hurricane Beryl and provide relief items to affected persons.

PHOTOS: Residents of Portland Cottage Get Relief Items

Liaison Officer at the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Felicia Radlein, records information provided by Lionel Town resident, Adam Blake, on the extent of damages sustained from the passage of Hurricane Beryl. Occasion was a visit to the community in Clarendon on Wednesday (July 10) by teams from the Ministry to assess damages and provide relief items to affected residents.
Liaison Officer at the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Felicia Radlein, records information provided by Lionel Town resident, Adam Blake, on the extent of damages sustained from the passage of Hurricane Beryl. Occasion was a visit to the community in Clarendon on Wednesday (July 10) by teams from the Ministry to assess damages and provide relief items to affected residents.

PHOTOS: Labour Ministry Hands over Relief Items to Hurricane-Impacted Residents in Clarendon
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, converses with Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Marsha Henry-Martin, during Wednesday’s (July 10) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House.
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, converses with Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Marsha Henry-Martin, during Wednesday’s (July 10) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House.

Repairs to Markets Damaged During Hurricane’s Passage Being Fast-Tracked
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (July 9).
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (July 9).

Legislation Coming to Guard Against Theft of Telecommunications Infrastructure
Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Franklin Witter (right), consults with Coconut Industry Board (CIB) Chairman, Christopher Gentles, during the recent Coconut Growers Annual General Meeting at the Jamaica Conference Centre in downtown Kingston.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Franklin Witter (right), consults with Coconut Industry Board (CIB) Chairman, Christopher Gentles, during the recent Coconut Growers Annual General Meeting at the Jamaica Conference Centre in downtown Kingston.

PHOTOS: State Minister Witter Attends Coconut Growers Annual General Meeting

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United States Ambassador to Jamaica, His Excellency Nick Perry, hands over hurricane aid and medical supplies donated by the United States Government to Director of Emergency, Disaster Management and Special Services (EDMSS), Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Nicole Dawkins-Wright.  The items, which arrived abroad the USNS Burlington, were handed over on Wednesday (July 10) at Kingston Wharves.
Foreign Affairs

PHOTOS: US Government Donates Hurricane Aid and Medical Supplies

United States Ambassador to Jamaica, His Excellency Nick Perry, hands over hurricane aid and medical supplies donated by the United States Government to Director of Emergency, Disaster Management and Special Services (EDMSS), Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Nicole Dawkins-Wright.  The items, which arrived abroad the USNS Burlington, were handed over on Wednesday (July 10) at Kingston Wharves.
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Health & WellnessPress Release

Normal Operations Resume at Spanish Town Hospital’s Accident and Emergency Department

The South East Regional Health Authority (SERHA) wishes to advise the public that the Accident and Emergency Department at the Spanish Town Hospital is back in full operation. The unit had been relocated, and hospital operations were scaled back to emergencies only due to severe flooding from the recent heavy rains. STH's comprehensive range of services, including specialized clinics, outpatient...
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A passenger train prepares to leave the Spanish Town railway station in St. Catherine to embark on a test run.
Finance & Public ServiceTransport

JRC Looking to Commence Work Facilitating Rail Service Expansion

The Jamaica Railway Corporation (JRC) is looking to commence work towards launching phase one of the tourist train service between Montpelier, St. James, and Appleton Estate in St. Elizabeth. This engagement will involve, among other things, track reconstruction, acquisition of trains and constructing necessary infrastructure along the route. The Corporation also plans to kick-start preparations for the launch of passenger...
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Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke, addresses the Management Institute for National Development (MIND) Regional Public Sector Leadership Development Conference opening ceremony on July 10, at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel, New Kingston.
Finance & Public Service

Finance and the Public Service Minister Suggests Establishment of School of Government

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke, has suggested the establishment of a School of Government in Jamaica to produce a high cadre of public-service officers and leaders. Addressing the Management Institute for National Development (MIND) Regional Public Sector Leadership Development Conference 2024 opening ceremony, at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Wednesday...
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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., addresses Wednesday’s (July 10) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House. 
CommunityHurricane BerylLabourSocial Security

Timely Gov’t Response to Post-Hurricane Dislocation in Communities

In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, the Ministry of Labour and Social Security has taken swift and practical measures to provide essential humanitarian assistance to affected communities across Jamaica. Addressing Wednesday’s (July 10) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House, Portfolio Minister, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., said following the hurricane’s passage on July 3, dedicated teams from the Ministry were promptly...
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Damage to the Treasure Beach Inn and Bar in St. Elizabeth.
CommunityHurricane BerylTourism

St. Elizabeth Businessman Vows to Build Back Stronger and Better

Despite millions of dollars in losses from the impact of Hurricane Beryl, owner of the Treasure Beach Inn and Bar in St. Elizabeth, Ernie Muirhead, is determined to rebuild and “come back stronger and better”. The property, a contemporary villa with a rich history dating back nearly six decades and which was formerly known as 4M's Cottage, suffered significant structural...
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