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Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Phillip Paulwell, says that enhancing science education in schools and is crucial to improving the country’s productivity levels. "It is imperative that we enhance the performance of our students in computer science – indeed in all the science subjects…and to foster critical thinking skills," he said, noting that this will positively impact...

Cabinet has approved increases in all categories of pensions, grants and allowances payable under the National Insurance Scheme (NIS) effective from January 10, 2013. This was disclosed by Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier on July 25, during his contribution to the Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives.  Proposed increases in pensions and allowances are as...

A National Thanksgiving Ecumenical Church Service in celebration of Jamaica’s 50th Anniversary of Independence will take place at the Holy Trinity Cathedral, 1-3 George Headley Drive, North Street, on Sunday, July 29, beginning at 11:00 a.m. The event, to be held under the theme: ‘A Nation on a Mission’, will include greetings from the Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon....

The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) will be offering transportation service to and from the Denbigh Agricultural Show, in Clarendon, which gets underway on Saturday, August 4. The cost is $999 per person (adults or children 3 years and over) per day over the three days of the event, which concludes on Monday, August 6. Buses will leave Half-Way Tree...

The JCDC apologizes unreservedly to the public for any inconvenience caused by the previous announcement relating to the distribution of Gala tickets.  Please note that tickets will be available to the public as of 12 noon Friday July 27 and on Monday July 30 based on availability.   Gala tickets will be available at the following locations: Tastee Limited: Down...

Minister  of Water, Land, Environment and Climate Change, Hon. Robert Pickersgill, says the workshop being convened in Kingston from July 26 to 27, should result in the development  of a comprehensive Climate Change policy framework and road map by year end. The Minister said it should also identify existing gaps that need to be addressed immediately. The workshop, which is...

Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Phillip Paulwell, says the Government is proceeding with the mapping of the country’s limestone and other mineral resources. "The data generated will be used to actively promote and attract investment in manufacturing, and to harness any unique opportunities that may arise,” the Minister said, during his contribution to the 2012/13 Sectoral Debate...

State Minister in the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Ian Hayles, says the government is seeking to increase the number of plots under the National School Garden Programme to 10 per parish. He informed that with the 2012/13 allocation of $6 million, "we intend to seek an additional $4 million” to put this plan into motion. Mr. Hayles made...

The National Disability Bill will soon be tabled in Parliament, Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier, has informed. “I am very pleased to advise that consistent with our commitment to upholding the rights and freedoms of persons with disabilities, we in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, will very shortly be tabling in Parliament, the National...

Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Phillip Paulwell, says he will be re-introducing the Youth in Innovation Awards this year. "This year, the Innovation Awards will be restored to a place of prominence befitting the celebration of our national Jubilee,” he said, while making his contribution to the 2012/13 Sectoral Debate in Gordon House on July 24. Mr....

Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Ian Hayles, is imploring all Jamaicans to support the local agricultural sector by buying and eating Jamaican products. “I am appealing to all Jamaicans, rich and poor alike show how much you love Jamaica; show us your level of patriotism; show us brand loyalty and buy Jamaican," he urged....

Jamaicans will be in for a special treat with some additions to the usual fare of displays, exhibits and competitions at the Denbigh Agricultural, Industrial and Food Show this year. The show will be staged from August 4 to August 6, 2012, on the Denbigh Showground in May Pen, Clarendon. Addressing a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’  on July...