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Justice Minister Urges MPs to Revisit Bill to Make Jamaica a Republic

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Delroy Chuck, is calling on Members of Parliament (MPs) to revisit the Constitution (Amendment) (Republic) Act, 2024, which was previously tabled to remove the British monarch. “For Jamaica's sake, let us look at...

Regional Manager at SPM Waste Management Ltd. , Sheldon Smith (left), speaks to students at BB Coke High School in Junction, St. Elizabeth recently, during a roadshow hosted by the agency.

Young People’s Help Sought to Promote Proper Waste Management Practices

Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining Minister, Hon. Floyd Green (right), looks at the new fishing boats procured for young fisherfolk from St. Thomas, Kingston and St. Andrew, St. Catherine, and Clarendon, under the Fisheries Incentive Programme. Looking on are Fisherman from St. Catherine, Allan Manderson (left), and Minister of State in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Donovan Williams. The handover of the boats took place at the National Fisheries Authority (NFA) offices at Newport West, Kingston on Wednesday (June 10).

Gov’t Allocates $66 Million to Procure 20 More Boats for Young Fishers

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (centre), is surrounded by staff of the Victoria Jubilee Hospital (VJH) at the official opening of the Carol Picart Courtyard at the institution, downtown Kingston, on Wednesday (June 10).

Well-Being of Healthcare Staff a Priority – Dr. Tufton

Bulky Waste to Be Removed from Several Flood Prone Areas in St. Elizabeth

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, speaks during a recent sitting of the House of Representatives.

6 days ago Finance & Public Service

House Approves Pension Regulations to Modernise Fees and Strengthen Oversight

The House of Representatives, on Wednesday (June 10), approved the Pensions (Superannuation Funds and Retirement Schemes) (Registration, Licensing and Reporting) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026, aimed at modernising the regulatory fee framework and strengthening oversight of the private pensions sector. The Regulations, which were tabled in the House on March 24, will address structural mismatches between the Financial Services Commission (FSC) regulatory...

Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addresses the House of Representatives on Wednesday (June 10).

6 days ago Aviation

House Approves Civil Aviation (Amendment) Act, 2026

The House of Representatives has approved the Civil Aviation (Amendment) Act, 2026, which will ensure that Jamaica’s aviation laws effectively support the fulfilment of international obligations and align with current global civil aviation standards and best practices. Addressing the House on Wednesday, June 10, Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz, explained that Jamaica is a Contracting State...

6 days ago Justice and Constitutional Affairs

Digital Case Management System to Modernise Jamaica’s Courts

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Delroy Chuck, says the Integrated Electronic Case Management System (IECMS) will strengthen Jamaica’s justice reform efforts by replacing the outdated paper-based case management system currently used in the courts. “It is anticipated that paper will no longer be a part of our court system, and eventually paper will be eliminated from all courts....

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (centre), greets Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) Chairman, Ambassador Dushyant Savadia (right), at the launch of the SEZ Facilitation Tool at the AC Marriott Hotel on Thursday (June 11). Sharing in the moment is Chief Executive Officer of JSEZA, Kelli-Dawn Hamilton. The digital platform is designed to enhance the ease of doing business with the country’s Special Economic Zone regime.

6 days ago CommerceIndustryInvestment

JSEZA Launches New Global Online Facilitation Tool

The Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) has launched its online Facilitation Tool, a digital platform designed to enhance the ease of doing business with the country’s SEZ regime. The tool aims to streamline engagement between investors, developers, and regulatory stakeholders, while improving efficiency, transparency and service delivery, resulting in a more seamless investment experience. Minister of Industry, Investment and...

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security and Peace, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, addresses recent sitting of the House of Representatives.

6 days ago Justice and Constitutional Affairs

Gov’t to Undertake Comprehensive Evaluation of Zones of Special Operations

The Government, in collaboration with key partners, will undertake a comprehensive evaluation of the seven Zones of Special Operations (ZOSOs) across the country as it prepares to transition them into zones of peace and opportunity. “This research will provide the Government with a robust empirical understanding of the effectiveness of the Zones. It will allow us to determine what has...

Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz (left), speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Ministerial Update with JIS Chief Executive Officer, Giovanni Dennis, at the PCJ Building in Kingston on Thursday (June 11).

7 days ago Office of the Cabinet

OUR Acquiring Equipment to Verify Quality of Telecoms Services

Within the next few months, the Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) will have the capacity to independently verify the quality of telecommunications services being provided to the public. Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Hon. Daryl Vaz, said that the entity is in the final stages of procuring equipment “which will allow them to independently verify and impose the sanctions...

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Delroy Chuck (centre), is congratulated by government colleagues after concluding
his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on June 10.

7 days ago Justice and Constitutional Affairs

Thousands of Criminal Records Expunged

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Delroy Chuck, is reporting that “tens of thousands” of criminal records have been expunged, following the passage of The Criminal Records (Rehabilitation of Offenders) (Amendment) Act in the Houses of Parliament earlier this year. Mr. Chuck made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on...