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Jamaicans are adhering to the intellectual property rights and broadcasting rules outlined in the Sunset Legislation, and to date, there has been no need for court proceedings against any member of the public for breaches. "Our preference is that we will never have to see the inside of a courthouse for any issue," said Derek Jones, Senior Counsel for the...

Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller left the island yesterday (February 11), to attend the 18th Inter-sessional Meeting of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community, which is being held in St. Vincent and the Grenadines from February 12 to 14. Heads of Government are expected to get an update on activities relating to the implementation of the CARICOM Single Market...

Mayor of Savanna-la-Mar and Chairman of the Westmoreland Parish Council, Delford Morgan, has announced that the Grange Hill Transportation Centre has been renamed 'The Marcus Whyte Transportation Centre'. The change of name is in honour of the late Councillor, who gave many years of service to the parish. In paying tribute to Councillor Whyte, Mayor Morgan described him as "principled,...

Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller left the island yesterday (February 11), to attend the 18th Inter-sessional Meeting of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community, which is being held in St. Vincent and the Grenadines from February 12 to 14. Heads of Government are expected to get an update on activities relating to the implementation of the CARICOM Single Market...

Mayor of Savanna-la-Mar and Chairman of the Westmoreland Parish Council, Delford Morgan, has announced that the Grange Hill Transportation Centre has been renamed 'The Marcus Whyte Transportation Centre'. The change of name is in honour of the late Councillor, who gave many years of service to the parish. In paying tribute to Councillor Whyte, Mayor Morgan described him as "principled,...

A Bill seeking to link service in the Island Special Constabulary Force (ISCF) with employment in the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), was passed in the Upper House, on (February 9). The legislation will facilitate pension payments to officers who have served in both arms of the Force on or after February 27, 1998. State Minister in the Ministry of Education...

A Bill seeking to link service in the Island Special Constabulary Force (ISCF) with employment in the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), was passed in the Upper House, on (February 9). The legislation will facilitate pension payments to officers who have served in both arms of the Force on or after February 27, 1998. State Minister in the Ministry of Education...

It is an honour for me to participate in this launch of the Business Brand for Jamaica. Jamaica has long been recognized as one of the world's most formidable brands. It is a brand that continues to be fueled by our nation's outstanding achievements in so many areas. In the creative industries, including music, art and culture where our entertainers...

It is an honour for me to participate in this launch of the Business Brand for Jamaica. Jamaica has long been recognized as one of the world's most formidable brands. It is a brand that continues to be fueled by our nation's outstanding achievements in so many areas. In the creative industries, including music, art and culture where our entertainers...

The Disaster Planning and Management Committee of the Manchester Parish Council has received a passing grade for its recent earthquake simulation exercise, with Disaster Preparedness Coordinator for the parish, Claudia Coley, stating that the activity was a success. The exercise, held on the Northern Caribbean University's (NCU) Mandeville campus, was designed to test the preparedness and response of the parish's...

The enhanced fire-fighting capability of the fire brigade in Westmoreland came to the fore in January, when an estimated $10.4 billion worth of property was saved.. This improved service has resulted from new units that have been provided for the parish. According to Acting Divisional Head of the Westmoreland Fire Department, Assistant Superintendent Michael Mills, the parish of Westmoreland has...

Some 100 temporary taxpayer service sites have been set up island-wide, to assist self-employed persons and small business operators to complete and file their income tax returns in time for the March 15 income tax deadline. The sites, which will be up for six-weeks, form part of the Special Taxpayer Service Programme, which is conducted annually by the Inland Revenue...