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The Bank of Jamaica Building, Nethersole Place, downtown Kingston. (JIS File Photo)
The Bank of Jamaica Building, Nethersole Place, downtown Kingston. (JIS File Photo)

Digital Currency Will Boost Gov’t Service Delivery, Financial Inclusion

The Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) anticipates that the introduction of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), slated for 2022, will serve to bolster government service delivery and boost financial inclusion for a greater number of Jamaicans. Governor, Richard Byles, said...
Leader of Government Business in the Senate, Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith (at podium), who is also Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade and daughter of the late Ambassador, Anthony Johnson, OJ, pays tribute to her father during today’s (May 27) Official Memorial Service at the St. Augustine’s Chapel, Kingston College, 2A North Street, Kingston. Listening (from left) are Ambassador Johnson’s children, Alexander and Olivia.
Leader of Government Business in the Senate, Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith (at podium), who is also Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade and daughter of the late Ambassador, Anthony Johnson, OJ, pays tribute to her father during today’s (May 27) Official Memorial Service at the St. Augustine’s Chapel, Kingston College, 2A North Street, Kingston. Listening (from left) are Ambassador Johnson’s children, Alexander and Olivia.

Ambassador Johnson Eulogised As Exceptional Man Of Integrity And Excellence
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Floyd Green (seated), tries out the Ministry
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Floyd Green (seated), tries out the Ministry's new online Customer Feedback System, while Acting Computer Applications Manager and developer of the website, Ricardo Gayle (second left), points out some of the features. Occasion was the virtual launch of the system on Wednesday (May 26). Looking on are ​Acting Director of Customer Service at the Ministry, Taniesha Clarke (second right); and Acting Manager for Customer Care, Jamila Francis.

Agriculture Ministry Launches Online Customer Feedback System
Transport and Mining Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, makes his contribution to the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (May 26).
Transport and Mining Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, makes his contribution to the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (May 26).

Discount On Licensing Fee For Route Taxi And Bus Operators
National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) Executive Director, Audley Gordon.
National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) Executive Director, Audley Gordon.

Head Of NSWMA Commends St. Andrew Resident For Assisting To Clear Garbage

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Minister Bartlett Mourns the Death of Tourism Stalwart Ernest Smatt

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett is mourning the passing of tourism stalwart and prominent businessman, Ernest Smatt, who died today (May 27, 2021) at the age of 88. Smatt died in Miami, Florida, while receiving treatment in hospital. “Jamaica mourns the passing of a real tourism icon. Ernie Smatt was the quintessential tourism man. He understood the game and had...
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Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, speaking during his contribution to the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 26.
Sectoral Debate 2021/2022Transport

$13-Billion Airport Development Programme To Continue

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, says the $13-billion (US$89-million) airport development programme is set to continue. This includes the Sangster International Airport runway expansion, shoreline protection works and expansion of the arrivals terminal. “At the Norman Manley International Airport, shoreline protection works are also under way. A new police station at Ian Fleming International Airport will soon...
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Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, speaks in the House of Representatives. (File Photo)
National Security

House Begins Debate To Amend Anti-Gang Legislation

Debate on the Criminal Justice (Suppression of Criminal Organisations) (Amendment) Act, 2021, commonly called the anti-gang legislation, began in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (May 26). The legislation will provide an additional game-changing tool to the security forces in combatting criminal gangs. The report of the Joint Select Committee (JSC) to review the Criminal Justice (Suppression of Criminal Organisations)...
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A passenger train on a test run from Spanish Town to Linstead on Thursday (May 20), in preparation for the school train programme, awaits the passage of a bauxite train in Bog Walk to continue on its journey. The service is slated to begin in September with trips from Spanish Town to Linstead and Old Harbour.
Sectoral Debate 2021/2022Transport

Revitalisation Of Rail Service Will Bring Economic Benefits To Communities – Minister Montague

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, says that the impending revitalisation of railway service between downtown Kingston and Marcus Garvey Drive is expected to bring economic activities to the communities along the line. The Minister, who was making his contribution to the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (March 26), said that the service...
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Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, addresses the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 26.
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Large Deposits Of Rare Earth Elements

There are potentially large deposits of rare earth elements at a location in Jamaica, says Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague. Speaking in the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 26, the Minister said the discovery came as a result of a recent survey. He emphasised that the rare earth elements are critical to...
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Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams (left) and Cuba
Education

Jamaica And Cuba Extend Education Agreement

Jamaican schools will continue to benefit from professional and academic support provided by Cuban teachers, following the signing of an agreement between the countries on Wednesday (May 26) to extend the bilateral cooperation in education. The signing ceremony was held at the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information’s National Heroes Circle offices in Kingston. The primary areas of instruction covered...
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Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, makes his contribution in the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (May 26).
MiningSectoral Debate 2021/2022

Government To Recover Us$2.8 Million Owed To Jamaica Bauxite Mining Ltd.

The Government has committed to recover the approximately US$2.8 million that is owed to the Jamaica Bauxite Mining Limited for Jamaicans who should benefit from these funds. Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, provided details while contributing to the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (May 26). “Our partners in the New Day plant...
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