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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Daryl Vaz (left), presents Dean, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona, Professor Michael Taylor, with a plaque in appreciation of his work on the Special Report prepared by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). Professor Taylor is the Lead author of the report, which highlights the impact of an increase of the average earth’s surface temperature of 1.5 degrees Celsius above industrial levels. The presentation was made during a national consultation held in preparation for the 24th session of the Conference of Parties (Pre-COP 24) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), at the UWI Regional Headquarters on Wednesday (November 21).
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Daryl Vaz (left), presents Dean, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona, Professor Michael Taylor, with a plaque in appreciation of his work on the Special Report prepared by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). Professor Taylor is the Lead author of the report, which highlights the impact of an increase of the average earth’s surface temperature of 1.5 degrees Celsius above industrial levels. The presentation was made during a national consultation held in preparation for the 24th session of the Conference of Parties (Pre-COP 24) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), at the UWI Regional Headquarters on Wednesday (November 21).

Government Remains Resolute to Make Country Climate Resilient – Vaz

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Daryl Vaz, says the Government remains resolute in its drive to make Jamaica climate resilient, so that the gains made in achieving growth are not eroded. “We...
National Water Commission Corporate Public Relations Manager, Charles Buchanan.
National Water Commission Corporate Public Relations Manager, Charles Buchanan.

NWC Plans to Subsidise First 2,000 Gallons of Water
Students of Port Maria Primary School in St. Mary perform the traditional Maypole dance, during the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) Mello-Go-Roun’ festival family show, held in August 2018 at the National Arena in Kingston.
Students of Port Maria Primary School in St. Mary perform the traditional Maypole dance, during the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) Mello-Go-Roun’ festival family show, held in August 2018 at the National Arena in Kingston.

Nov. 30 Is Deadline for Entries to JCDC Dance Competition
Senior Medical Officer at the National Chest Hospital (NCH), Dr. Terry Baker, addresses a JIS Think Tank, where she provides details about the Lung Cancer Symposium to be held at the National Chest Hospital on Thursday (November 22).
Senior Medical Officer at the National Chest Hospital (NCH), Dr. Terry Baker, addresses a JIS Think Tank, where she provides details about the Lung Cancer Symposium to be held at the National Chest Hospital on Thursday (November 22).

Lung Cancer Medical Symposium Today
State Minister in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (November 20).
State Minister in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (November 20).

PEP Mock Test Provides Opportunity to Raise Higher Order Skills – Green

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Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries Minister, Hon. Audley Shaw (centre), is greeted by Chairman of the Desnoes and Geddes (D&G) Foundation, Noel daCosta (left), at an inaugural knowledge-sharing forum hosted by the Desnoes and Geddes Foundation, in collaboration with Red Stripe Jamaica, at the Mona Visitors’ Lodge on the campus of the University of the West Indies, on November 21. At right is Managing Director of Red Stripe Jamaica, Ricardo Nuncio.
Industry

Industry Minister Wants More Focus on Value Chains That Lead to Market Expansion

Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries Minister, Hon. Audley Shaw, says focus must be placed on those value chains that allow for an increase in productivity, market expansion, and adaptability to technological upgrades. Additional focus, he noted, must also include those value chains that allow for financial attractiveness, multiple partnerships and innovative models that are sustainable and climate smart. The Minister...
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Chief Executive Officer, eGov Jamaica Limited, Maurice Barnes, explains aspects of the application (app) the entity is developing for Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) to facilitate motor-vehicle registration and fitness fee payments online. Occasion was the presentation of the prototye to the TAJ, at eGov Jamaica Limited
Finance & Public Service

TAJ Developing App for Motor Vehicle Registration and Fitness Payments

Within the next four months, Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) should have a fully operational mobile application (app) that facilitates motor-vehicle registration and fitness fee payments online. The app, designed to run on a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet, will eliminate the hassle of waiting in long lines for extended periods at TAJ locations. It will allow persons...
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EducationTechnology

Adequate Internet Access for All Schools

The Ministry of Education, Youth and Information continues to work with e-Learning Jamaica Company and the Universal Service Fund (USF), through the Tablets in Schools Programme, to ensure adequate Internet access to all schools. “The audit has been completed re access to Internet, and steps are now being taken to support those schools that currently do not have any connectivity....
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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, speaking at a recent function in Ocho Rios, St. Ann.
Tourism

Jamaica Listed as Number-Five Trending Destination

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says the recent listing of Jamaica as the number-five trending destination for New Year’s travel by the Consumer News and Business Channel (CNBC) is another massive boost for tourism. In an interview with JIS News on November 20, Mr. Bartlett said he was not surprised by the report, considering the kind of investor interest...
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Minster of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, cleans a window during his visit to the Trelawny Infirmary in Falmouth on Friday (November 16).
Local Government

Trelawny Infirmary to Get Industrial Washing Machine and Dryer

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, says the Trelawny Infirmary will be outfitted with an industrial washing machine and dryer to better meet the needs of the facility, which serves 60 residents. “The old machines at the infirmary are not suited for a facility like this one. The Ministry will provide a brand-new industrial washing machine...
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Programme Manager, We Transform Programme, Ella Ghartey (right), presents an award to a We Transform beneficiary at a Competition and Exposition event last year.
CommunityYouth

Jamaicans Encouraged to be Mentors in We Transform Programme

The We Transform Programme is calling on citizens to offer themselves as mentors, as the initiative expands its offerings to include a mentorship programme that will be launched in January 2019. Speaking with JIS News, Programme Manager, We Transform, Ella Ghartey, is imploring Jamaicans to invest positively in the lives of children and young persons. “The programme wants to encourage...
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