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Consumption Taxes for November Due Friday December 29

Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is reminding business persons that Consumption Taxes for the month of November are due on Friday December 29, 2023, to include GCT, SCT, TCT and GART. This is in keeping with the requirement for these taxpayers...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third left), participates in Tuesday’s (December 19) ground-breaking exercise for Sherbourne Limited’s $2.1-billion Kingston Two Apartments (K2) development in Bournemouth Gardens, Kingston. He is joined by (from left) Chief Executive Officer of BYD Construction, Richard Xin; Principal Director, Aerocon Construction/Island Homes, Richard Lake; Member of Parliament, Kingston East and Port Royal, Phillip Paulwell; Director, Sherbourne Limited, Michael Lake; and Chief Executive Officer, Lake Group, Lisa Lake, Kingston.

Ground Broken for $2.1-Billion Housing Development in Kingston

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third right), cuts the ribbon to hand over a three-bedroom house to Shaneil Francis (third left) in Casabanna, Clifton, St. Catherine on December 19. The house is the latest unit delivered under the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP). Sharing in the moment (from left) are Member of Parliament, St. Catherine Southern, Fitz Jackson; Chief Technical Director, Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Authrine Scarlett [partially hidden]; Member of Parliament for St. Catherine East Central, Hon. Alando Terrelonge; and Member of Parliament, St. Catherine South Eastern, Robert Miller.

Gov’t to Hand Over 300 Titles to Clifton Residents in February

Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Gary McKenzie, speaks at a recent JIS ‘Think Tank’.

Police Caution Against Firecracker Use Without Permit

Acting Research and Planning Officer, Jamaica Fire Brigade, Jay Scott.

Exercise Caution as You Decorate for Christmas – JFB

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (left), presents a backyard gardening kit to Corporate Area resident Arlene Nelson, at the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) St. Andrew Parish Office on Monday (December 18). The Ministry, in collaboration with RADA, is continuing the ‘Backyard Garden Kit’ initiative with the aim to assist residents in urban and peri-urban areas to grow vegetables and herbs in small spaces or their backyards.

2 years ago Agriculture

PHOTOS: Minister Green Hands Out Backyard Gardening Kits

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (left), presents a backyard gardening kit to Corporate Area resident Arlene Nelson, at the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) St. Andrew Parish Office on Monday (December 18). The Ministry, in collaboration with RADA, is continuing the ‘Backyard Garden Kit’ initiative with the aim to assist residents in urban and peri-urban areas...

Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Corporate Communications Unit, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay, speaks at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, on December 14.

2 years ago National Security and Peace

Business Owners Encouraged to Invest in Security Safeguards for Their Establishments

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is encouraging business operators to invest in security safeguards for their establishments. Head of the JCF’s Corporate Communications Unit (CCU), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay, recommends that particular consideration be given to incorporating armed guards and installing surveillance cameras. She was speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on December 14....

Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Gary McKenzie, speaking during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’.

2 years ago National Security and PeaceTransport

JCF Cautions Against the Illegal Use of Coloured Lights on Motor Vehicles

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is cautioning motorists against the illegal use of coloured lights on their motor vehicles this holiday season. Speaking during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’, Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Gary McKenzie, advised that the use of these lights, as detailed in the...

Close up of couple showing keys to their new home.

2 years ago Housing

NHT Increases Microfinance Loan Ceiling

Qualifying National Housing Trust (NHT) contributors can now access up to $1.95 million under the improved Housing Microfinance Loan programme. Assistant General Manager for Treasury Management, Lloy Palmer, made the disclosure while addressing the NHT’s housing webinar on December 17. Mrs. Palmer said the initiative aims to provide more financing options for low-income earners. Under the programme, only a maximum...

Director of Communications, Consumer Affairs Commission, Latoya Halstead, shares tips for consumers to follow during the Christmas season, while addressing a recent Think Tank at the JIS head office in Kingston. Listening is Senior Superintendent of Police and Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Corporate Communications Unit, Sephanie Lindsay,

2 years ago Cybersecurity

Citizens Urged to Use Social Media Responsibly

Jamaicans are being encouraged to use social media responsibly as they go about their business this festive season. “Don't put every bit of information on social media because you don't know if somebody is trying to track you down. Do not put your every move [online],” said Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Stephanie Lindsay. “You want to make sure that...

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2 years ago Health & WellnessPress Release

Temporary Closure of Ginger Hill and Fyffes Pen Health Centres for Renovation and Expansion

The Ginger Hill and Fyffes Pen Health Centres in St. Elizabeth will be temporarily closed for renovation and expansion works, for a period of four months. The services for both health centres will be relocated January 8, 2024. Residents who would normally access services at the Ginger Hill Health Centre can go to the Ginger Hill City Mission Church, less...

Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Corporate Communication Unit, Senior Superintendent of Police, Stephanie Lindsay, addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, on December 14.

2 years ago National Security and Peace

Business Operators Must Be Extra Cautious with the Movement of Cash – JCF

Business operators are being encouraged to take extra precaution with the movement of cash in the height of shopping activities during the Christmas holidays. Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Corporate Communication Unit, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay, told a JIS Think Tank on December 14 that business operators need to make secure arrangements to move cash....