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Member of Parliament for East Portland, Ann-Marie Vaz, makes her contribution in the House of Representatives.

Portland East MP Says SCHIP Provides Economic Benefits to Constituents

Member of Parliament (MP) for Portland East, Ann-Marie Vaz, says the multibillion-dollar South Coast Highway Improvement Project (SCHIP) is providing economic benefits to her constituents. Mrs. Vaz noted that the construction of the highway has provided job opportunities for persons....

Minister of State in the Ministry of Education and Youth, Hon. Marsha Smith (left), is presented with a copy of the book ‘A to Z of Leading a Professional Life’, by author and Principal Director of Make Your Mark Group, Dr. Jacqueline Coke-Lloyd. The presentation was made during the Group’s Business and Personal Etiquette Conference on Wednesday (November 1) at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston.

PHOTOS: State Minister Smith Attends Make Your Mark Personal Etiquette Conference

Chief Executive Officer, National Parenting Support Commission (NPSC), Kaysia Kerr, addressing the launch of National Parents Month on Wednesday (November 1). The ceremony was held at the ATL Automotive Group in Kingston.

Effective Parenting Deemed a Deterrent to Criminal Activities

Stakeholders in attendance at the Jamaica Association for Health Education and Promotion (JAHEP) Health Education and Promotion Week church service, which was held at the Bethel Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, recently.

JAHEP Stages Inaugural Health Education and Promotion Week

Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz (second right), observes transport operations in Port Maria, St. Mary, during a recent visit to the town. Among those accompanying the Minister are Mayor of Port Maria, Richard Creary (second left); and Chairman of the Transport Authority, Owen Ellington (right).

PHOTOS: Minister Vaz Observes Transport Operations in Port Maria

Minister without Portfolio with responsibility for Information, Hon. Robert Morgan, places flowers at the shrine of late former Prime Minister, Sir Donald Sangster, at National Heroes Park in Kingston on October 26, to commemorate the 112th anniversary of his birth. Sir Donald Sangster, who was Jamaica’s second Prime Minister, died on April 11, 1967 at age 55, just months after taking office on February 22, 1967.

3 years ago Culture

PHOTOS: Floral Tribute for Sir Donald Sangster

Minister without Portfolio with responsibility for Information, Hon. Robert Morgan, places flowers at the shrine of late former Prime Minister, Sir Donald Sangster, at National Heroes Park in Kingston on October 26, to commemorate the 112th anniversary of his birth. Sir Donald Sangster, who was Jamaica’s second Prime Minister, died on April 11, 1967 at age 55, just months after...

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith (centre) and British High Commissioner to Jamaica, Her Excellency Judith Slater (third left), are flanked by British High Commissioners from the Caribbean and other officials at a reception held at the High Commissioner’s Residence in Kingston on October 31.

3 years ago Foreign Affairs

PHOTOS: Senator Johnson Smith Welcomes British High Commissioners for the Caribbean

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith (centre) and British High Commissioner to Jamaica, Her Excellency Judith Slater (third left), are flanked by British High Commissioners from the Caribbean and other officials at a reception held at the High Commissioner’s Residence in Kingston on October 31.

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke, emphasises a point at the 54th annual monetary studies conference at the Bank of Jamaica, downtown Kingston, on November 1. At right is Governor, Bank of Jamaica, Richard Byles.

3 years ago Finance & Public Service

Measures in Place to Fund Emergency Costs Associated with Natural Disasters

The Government has put in place measures for the funding of emergency costs associated with natural disasters that involve billions of dollars. Speaking at the 54th annual monetary studies (AMS) conference at the Bank of Jamaica’s auditorium in downtown Kingston on November 1, Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke, said the suite of products...

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (left), is presented with a photo version of the Bucknor Community Centre in Clarendon at yesterday’s (October 31) opening in the Clarendon community.

3 years ago CommunityGovernor General

Governor-General Lauds Effort to Establish Community Centre in Bucknor, Clarendon

The efforts of community members and business entities to establish a community centre in Bucknor, Clarendon, have been lauded by Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen. Delivering the keynote address at the opening of the facility on October 31, the Governor-General said it is not just a testament to architectural capabilities but more importantly to the “power...

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green.

3 years ago Agriculture

Agriculture Ministry Ramps Up Support for Vegetable Farmers

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining will be increasing support for vegetable farmers, as the island continues to experience intense rainfall. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Floyd Green, said that the farmers have been suffering damage due to the rains. “We are seeing tremendous declines in the production of our vegetable lines, firstly because of the drought, then the elevated heat...

Adoption provides the opportunity for children to be nurtured in a caring and loving family environment.

3 years ago Youth

CPFSA Removing Stigma Surrounding Adoption

Removing the stigma surrounding adoption is the focus of the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) as the entity observes Adoption Month in November. The month-long celebration will include World Adoption Day on November 9 under the theme ‘Changing the Mindset and Promoting Healthy Relationships’. Speaking with JIS News, Adoption Coordinator at the CPFSA, Maxine Bagalue, said the entity...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), and new homeowner, Marvaree Anderson (centre), display the keys to a three-bedroom house, built under the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP), during a recent handover of the unit in Elgin, Clarendon. Also sharing the moment are Member of Parliament for Clarendon North Western, Phillip Henriques, and Councillor for the Frankfield Division, Clive Mundle.

3 years ago HousingPrime Minister

Every Jamaican Must Be Given Opportunity to Live in a Decent House – PM

Every Jamaican must be given an opportunity to live in a decent house, says Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness. Speaking at the recent handover of a three-bedroom unit in Elgin, Clarendon, Mr. Holness said after assuming office in 2016, he ensured that the then social housing programme was revised to deliver quality houses to the beneficiaries under the...