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Executive Director of the Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission, (JADCO), Carey Brown makes a point at a press briefing held at the press room at the Office of the Prime Minister on Thursday, September 4.

JADCO Updating Rules to Meet Revised World Anti-Doping Code

The Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission (JADCO) is currently updating its rules to meet the requirements of the revised World Anti-Doping Code, which comes into effect on January 1, 2015. This was disclosed by Executive Director of the JADCO, Carey Brown, during...

Youth and Culture Minister, Hon. Lisa Hanna (left seated), signs a copy of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) formalizing implementation of the Ministry’s Access to Higher Education Partnership Programme (AHEPP) at the College of Agriculture, Science, and Education (CASE), during signing Wednesday’s (September 3) signing ceremony at the institution, in Portland. The programme, being administered by the National Youth Service (NYS), will see 50 scholarships, valued $100,000 each per annum, being awarded to students deemed in need of assistance to finance their tuition and other associated expenses. Also signing are: CASE Board Chairman, Ambassador Derrick Heaven (centre, seated); and NYS Board member, Lorenzo Ellis (right, seated). Observing the formalities, from left, are: CASE President, Rev. Dr. Mary Nichols; College Guidance Counsellor, Bishop Joslyn Williams; Principal Director, Technical Services, Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA), Peter Thompson (partly hidden); and NYS Community Services Director, Omar Newell.

Youth Ministry Provides $15M in Tertiary Level Scholarships

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier (left), presents a certificate to Shantal Davis, a participant in the Steps-to-Work transitional summer camp, during the closing ceremony held on September 3, at the Chestervale Youth Camp, Eco Village in St. Andrew.

Over 83 Per Cent of Steps-to-Work Campers Resume Education

The exterior of the Negril Police Station in Westmoreland, which is slated to be refurbished through allocation of $25 million from the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF).

Negril Police Station To Be Refurbished

Late cultural icon, Dr. the Hon. Louise Bennett-Coverley, will be honoured at a special tribute concert on September 7.

‘An Evening with Miss Lou’ Tribute Concert on September 7

12 years ago Agriculture

Agriculture Ministry to Boost Production at Agro Parks, Greenhouses

The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries is looking to ramp up production at the agro parks, and increase greenhouse farming and aquaculture, as part of measures to combat drought and reduce food imports. Acting Portfolio Minister, Hon. Derrick Kellier, stated that the agro parks still have additional lands to be engaged, “and we are working assiduously with our farmers in...

12 years ago Education

Literacy in the Spotlight on September 8

The United Nations (UN) International Literacy Day will be observed on Monday, September 8, under the theme: ‘Literacy and Sustainable Development’. According to a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) report, “literacy is one of the key elements needed to promote sustainable development, as it empowers people, so that they can make the right decisions in the areas...

The Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission (JADCO), unveiled its new website on Thursday, September 4, which can be accessed at www.jadco.gov.jm.

12 years ago Office of the Prime MinisterSport

JADCO Launches New Website

The Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission (JADCO), unveiled its new website on Thursday, September 4, which can be accessed at www.jadco.gov.jm. It was launched during a press briefing, held at the press room at the Office of the Prime Minister. This new website is JADCO’s latest initiative to provide guidance and communicate effectively with its target audience, which includes athletes, athlete support...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Transport, Works and Housing, Hon. Dr. Morais Guy (right), in discussion with Acting President of the University of Technology, Ambassador Burchell Whiteman (centre) and President of the Jamaica Institution of engineers (JIE), Dr. Noel Brown, at the launch of Engineers

12 years ago Transport

Engineers Urged to Take Advantage of Available Global Best Practices

Local engineers are being encouraged to take full advantage of the global best practices that are being made available in Jamaica, through major infrastructure development projects, such as the North South Link of Highway 2000. “We operate in a global context where the sharing of ideas and technology transfer has become quite important. This exchange will not only redound to...

Minister Agriculture & Fisheries, the Hon. Roger Clarke. (FILE)

12 years ago Office of the Prime Minister

Condolence Books Open for the Hon. Roger Clarke

Members of the public can pay their respects to the late Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Roger Clarke, by signing condolence books in Kingston. A condolence book is now opened at the People’s National Party (PNP) Headquarters, located at 89 Old Hope Road. Another will be opened at the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hope Gardens, on Friday, September...

Motorist travelling along the Linstead to Moneague segment of the North/South Highway, following its recent official opening.

12 years ago Transport

Toll to Start on North South Highway on September 6

Free access to the North South Highway (Segment 2), Linstead to Moneague leg, will end at 12:00 AM, Saturday, September 6th, exactly one month after the Jamaica North South Highway Company Ltd. (JNSHC) opened up the dual carriage way to the public. Motorists who opt to take the 20 kilometer stretch of highway, that reduces their travel time between the...

Executive Director of the Jamaica Council for Persons with Disabilities, Christine Hendricks.

12 years ago Justice

Public Education Central to Disabilities Act

Public education will play a significant role in getting Jamaicans ready for the full implementation of the National Disabilities Act. Executive Director of the Jamaica Council for Persons with Disabilities (JCPD), Christine Hendricks, told JIS News that several tactics will be employed to ensure that the Act is understood by Jamaicans, especially the disabled. “There will be a lot of...