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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 12).

ZOSO Act to be Reviewed

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Law Reform (Zones of Special Operations) (Special Security and Community Development Measures) Act is to be reviewed. The legislation, which was passed in 2017, is aimed at curbing crime through security-force...

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Coordinator at the Heart Foundation of Jamaica (HFJ), Alonzo Mothersill, emphasises a point during a JIS Think Tank on June 13.

June 17-23 is CPR Week

The Most Hon. Andrew Holness, Prime Minister with the late former Prime Minister, The Most Hon. Edward Seaga (centre), Juliet Holness, MP (left), His Excellency,Tian Qi (far left),The Hon. Olivia Grange, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment & Sport (right) & The Hon. Desmond McKenzie, Minister of Local Government & Community Development (far right)

Mr. Seaga’s Indisputable Work and Service Deserves Recognition – PM Holness

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), taking part in a 'fireside' discussion during the Jamaica Investment Forum (JIF) 2018 at the Montego Bay Convention Centre on June 13. He is joined by Founder and Chairman of New Fortress Energy, Wesley Edens (centre). The discussion is being chaired by Group Executive Editor, Loop News, Al Edwards (left). The Forum is being hosted by Jamaica's trade and investment promotions agency (JAMPRO) from June 12 to 14 under the theme: 'Connect for Business'.

PM Says Independent Council Will Ensure Proper Fiscal Management

Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, delivers the keynote address at the Jamaica College Old Boys’ Association of New York's (JCOBA-NY) Third Annual Griffin Awards and Fundraiser at the SVA Theatre in New York City on June 9. At left is Gary “Butch” Hendrickson, who received the Distinguished Alumnus Award.

Dr. Wheatley Looking to Increase Engagement with Diaspora in STI

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, makes his contribution to the 2018/19 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on June 12.

8 years ago National Security and PeaceYouth

Boys 8-15 Years Old Being Targeted Under Anti-Gang Strategy

The Ministry of National Security, through the Citizen Security and Justice Programme (CSJP) will be targeting boys aged eight to 15, in order to reduce the likelihood of these youngsters becoming involved in gang-related activities. “The programme (CSJP) will transition in 2019 with the Ministry retaining the responsibility for the centralised case-management framework,” said portfolio Minister, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang,...

8 years ago National Security and PeaceSectoral Debate 2018/2019

St. James to Benefit from Integrated Social Intervention Strategy

Residents of St. James are to be the first beneficiaries of an Integrated Social Intervention Strategy and Action Plan, as part of the Government’s crime-prevention strategy. This strategy will be pursued by the application of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles. The CPTED strategy is to be developed during the 2018/19 financial year. Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr....

8 years ago National Security and PeacePrime Minister

Cabinet to Receive Contract for Infrastructure Improvement Project in Denham Town

Cabinet is to receive the contract for implementation of the Infrastructure Improvement Project in Denham Town and surrounding communities in St. Andrew South, by July 2018. This was disclosed by Prime Minister the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, as he addressed the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 12). The Infrastructure Improvement Project, which will include the provision of water, sewerage...

Minister of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Audley Shaw (standing), delivers the main address at the opening ceremony of the Jamaica Investment Forum (JIF) 2018, at the Iberostar Rose Hall Suites hotel, on June 12. Listening keenly (from left) are Chief Development Officer, New Fortress Energy, Brannen McElmurray; President and CEO, Scotia Group Jamaica, David Noel; Chairman and Director General, Planning Institute of Jamaica, Dr. Wayne Henry; President, Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Dianne Edwards; Chairman of JAMPRO, Senator Don Wehby; and Regional Director, Business Year Magazine, Han Lee.

8 years ago AgricultureCommerceIndustry

National Investment Policy to be Tabled This Fiscal Year

The National Investment Policy, poised as the pivotal blueprint through which the Government will attract and facilitate investments, is expected to be tabled in Parliament as a Green Paper this fiscal year. A series of national consultations will also be conducted to further bolster the policy. This is according to Minister of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Audley Shaw,...

Minister of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Audley Shaw (right), in conversation with Chairman of Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Senator Don Wehby, during the opening ceremony for the Jamaica Investment Forum (JIF) 2018, at the Iberostar Hotels and Resorts in St. James, on June 12.

8 years ago AgricultureCommerce

Electronic Platform Being Developed to Facilitate Investments

The Government has started development of two complementary electronic platforms that will enable increased efficiency in the investment and exporting sectors. The platforms are the National Business Portal (NBP) and the National Trade Portal. This was announced by Minister of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Audley Shaw, during his address at the opening ceremony for the Jamaica Investment Forum...

The Honourable Olivia Grange, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport (centre) with Dr. Warren Blake, President, Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (left) and Simone Clarke Cooper, Assistant Vice President Group Corporate Communication, Supreme Ventures Limited at the launch of the 2018 National Junior and Senior Championships held at today at the Jamaica Pegasus.

8 years ago CultureSport

Shelly-Ann’s Statue Now in Jamaica – Grange

The Honourable Olivia Grange, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport announced today that the statue to be erected in honour of Jamaica’s leading female sprinter, Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce, is now in the island. Minister Grange made the announcement at the launch function for the 2018 National Junior and Senior Championships scheduled for the National Stadium from June 21 to...

The Most Hon. Edward Seaga, Former Prime Minister of Jamaica

8 years ago Prime Minister

Seaga is a Visionary for the Cultural Sector – Holness

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has described Former Prime Minister The Most Honourable Seaga as a visionary, leader and statesman who did much for the cultural sector. Mr. Seaga played a pivotal role in the creation of the Cultural Training Centre now the Edna Manley School for the Visual and Performing Arts and produced several pieces of Jamaican music which became internationally...