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State Minister in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Robert Morgan (left), in discussion with Chairman of the Board of Crescent Primary School in Spanish Town, St. Catherine, Councillor Norman Scott, while viewing the isolation unit at the school, recently.
State Minister in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Robert Morgan (left), in discussion with Chairman of the Board of Crescent Primary School in Spanish Town, St. Catherine, Councillor Norman Scott, while viewing the isolation unit at the school, recently.

Crescent Primary Lauded For Establishing Isolation Unit

State Minister in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Robert Morgan, is lauding the administration of Crescent Primary School in St. Catherine for establishing an isolation unit. The State Minister, who visited the facility recently, told JIS News...
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (File Photo)
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (File Photo)

Government Examining Options to Address Loss of Teaching Time Due to COVID-19 – PM Holness
Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) Managing Director, Marlene Street Forrest.
Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) Managing Director, Marlene Street Forrest.

Private Listing And Trading Of Securities On New Platform
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TAJ Implements New Procedures for Direct Funds Transfer
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, speaking at the launch of the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) Negril Chapter
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, speaking at the launch of the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) Negril Chapter's COVID-19 Ambassadors Programme at the Sandy Haven Resort, recently. ​

Negril Tourism Stakeholders Urged To Ensure Compliance With Enhanced COVID-19 Measures

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Social Security

Minister Samuda Condemns Robbery of Trade Centre Building for the Visually Impaired

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Karl Samuda is expressing disappointment and shock at reports of Saturday morning’s robbery of the Creative Craft Plus building on Hanover Street in Kingston. Minister Samuda is publicly condemning this act of criminality and heartless behavior, “this form of criminal behaviour is not just callous, but a blatant attack on the disabled community who...
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Agriculture

Praedial Larceny Prevention Unit Steps Up Campaign

In its continued drive to increase and spread knowledge about the devastating impact of the theft of agricultural produce on the country’s farmers, communities and economy, the Praedial Larceny Prevention Unit has launched its essay and jingle competition. The competition, which closes on January 31, is geared towards young Jamaicans aged nine to 18. Entries should be submitted to plpu@moa.gov.jm...
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State Minister in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn (centre), examines a chair made from bamboo by Superchard and Sons Furnishing Company, which is situated at the White Marl Complex, in St. Catherine, on January 8. Looking on (from left) are: Director of Special Projects, Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ), Gladstone Rose, and Managing Director of the entity, Superchard Singh.
Industry

Gov’t Pursuing Partnerships To Maximize The Bamboo Industry’s Potential

The Government is looking to forge stakeholder partnerships aimed at maximizing the potential of Jamaica’s bamboo industry. State Minister in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn, says discussions are underway with several overseas investors with a view to securing their support to expand the sector. Additionally, he said the Government is looking to partner...
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InformationNational Security

Senior Officers Transferred

As part of the Constabulary’s thrust to achieve its strategic objectives, Commissioner of Police Major General Antony Anderson has announced the transfer of the following senior officers with effect from January 25, 2021. The transfers, which take effect on Monday, January 25, 2021 will see the following movements. Gary McKenzie, Snr. Superintendent from Specialized Ops. to Public Safety and Traffic...
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CoronavirusHealth & Wellness

COVID19 Update for Sunday, January 10, 2021

NEW CASES 24 HRS OVERALL   Confirmed Cases                89 13,637   SEX CLASSIFICATION       Males 34 6,190   Females 55 7,445   Under Investigation 0 2   AGE RANGE 4 years to 86 years 1 day to 104 years           PARISH CLASSIFICATION OF NEW CASES       Clarendon 8 660   Hanover...
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