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Managing Director of Technological Solutions Limited, Dr. André Gordon (seated), autographs his book - ‘Food Safety and Quality Systems in Developing Countries, Volume 1: Export Challenges and Implementation Strategies for Food Safety’ - for Industry, Investment and Commerce Minister, Hon. Anthony Hylton (third left). Waiting to have their books signed at the launch, held at Jamaica Exporters’ Association headquarters on Winchester Road, in Kingston, on July 15, are (from left): President of the Jamaica Exporters’ Association, Marjory Kennedy and Agriculture Minister, Hon. Derrick Kellier.

Agriculture Minister Reiterates Importance of Food Security

Agriculture Minister, Hon. Derrick Kellier, has again underscored the importance of food safety, as the Government seeks to reduce the imbalance between imports and exports. Mr. Kellier said the Ministry recognizes that the country’s ability to trade and provide quality...

Former Barbadian Prime Minister, Owen Arthur.

Address by the Rt. Hon. Owen Arthur at the National Partnership Council of Jamaica

Minister of National Security, Hon. Peter Bunting, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday, July 14 where he gave an update on the government’s plans to address the recent increase in murders.

Gov’t Announces Three-Pronged Strategy to Address Spike in Murders

Head of the Tourism Linkages Hub, Carolyn McDonald-Riley (left) and Project Development and Implementation Specialist at the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) give details about the upcoming ‘Christmas in July’ event slated for July 24 at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel. They were at a JIS Think Tank session held on July 14. Some 80 local producers of authentic Jamaican gift and souvenir items will be showcasing their products and networking with corporate entities and various industry players at the event.

80 Local Companies To Participate In ‘Christmas In July’ Showcase

Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining Hon.
Phillip Paulwell (right) and Chief Executive Officer, Universal Service Fund, Hugh Cross (second right), converses with student of the Refuge Learning Academy, Novia Russell (seated) as her fellow classmate, Andrew Brown looks on a left. Occasion was the official opening of the Computer Lab at the Refuge Temple Academy on July 10 at the establishment — Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining Hon. Phillip Paulwell (right) and Chief Executive Officer, Universal Service Fund, Hugh Cross (second right), converses with student of the Refuge Learning Academy, Novia Russell (seated) as her fellow classmate, Andrew Brown looks on a left. Occasion was the official opening of the Computer Lab at the Refuge Temple Academy on July 10 at the establishment's location in Myersville, St. Elizabeth.

Computer Lab At Refuge Temple Learning Academy Officially Opened

Project Manager for the Social and Economic Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities Project, Mrs. Belinda Brown-Austin during an interview with JIS News. The Project is being administered by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security and has led to the full-time employment of 27 persons.

11 years ago Labour

27 Persons With Disabilities Receive Employment

Twenty-seven persons with disabilities have received permanent employment through a Social and Economic Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities Project currently being done through the Ministry of Labour and Social Security. The project, funded through the World Bank at a cost of just under US$3 million, engaged 172 persons in training through the HEART Trust/NTA for the 2014-2015 period. All of...

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, Dr. Kevin Harvey (2nd left); and United States Ambassador to Jamaica, His Excellency Luis G. Moreno (right), look at documents being pointed out by Country Programme Manager, Health Policy Project (HPP) Jamaica, Sandra McLeish (2nd right). Occasion was a ceremony held at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston on Tuesday (July 14), to mark the end of the HPP Jamaica. Also looking on is Programme Management Specialist, United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Dr. Jennifer Knight-Johnson.

11 years ago Health & Wellness

Jamaica Making Strides in Reducing HIV/AIDS Stigma

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, Dr. Kevin Harvey, says Jamaica has made strides in reducing discrimination in relation to HIV/AIDs. Dr. Harvey, who was speaking at a ceremony to mark the end of the United States (US) Government-funded Health Policy Project (HPP) Jamaica, at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston on Tuesday, July 14, said “the level...

Minister of Education Hon. Rev. Ronald Thwaites addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday, July 14 where he gave an update on the Safe Schools Programme.

11 years ago Education

Education Minister Reports Decline in School Violence

There has been a steady decline in the levels of violence and critical incidents in schools over the past three years. Minister of Education, Hon. Rev. Ronald Thwaites, made the disclosure during the sitting of the House of Representatives on Tuesday, July 14. He informed that the total number of incidents recorded in high schools in 2014 is less than...

Minister of National Security, the Hon. Peter Bunting.

11 years ago National Security

Minister Expresses Condolences and Outrage at the Slaying of Two Constables

The Minister of National Security, Hon. Peter Bunting has expressed outrage and condemnation at the vicious murder of Constable Crystal Thomas of the Kingston West Division at the hands of gunmen last evening. The police constable was on her way home at the end of her shift on a public passenger bus when gunmen commandeered the vehicle and proceeded to...

Montego Bay’s Mayor, Councillor Glendon Harris, addresses a JIS ‘Think Tank’ in Montego Bay, today (July 14). He said that despite the challenges, Montego Bay has achieved a lot in its 35 years of becoming a city.

11 years ago JIS Think TankLocal Government

St. James Parish Council Adopts Zero Tolerance Approach

Mayor of Montego Bay, Glendon Harris, says the St. James Parish Council will be adopting a zero tolerance approach to several issues that have been dogging the city. Speaking at a JIS ‘Think Tank’, in Montego Bay, on July 14, Mayor Harris lists the issues as the improper disposal of solid waste, illegal operation of route taxis, illegal street vending...

11 years ago Health & Wellness

Percy Junor Hospital’s A&E Department to Undergo $450M Renovation

The Accident and Emergency (A&E) Department of the Percy Junor Hospital in Spaldings, Manchester, is slated to undergo major expansion and modernisation, at a cost of approximately $450 million. This engagement will coincide with the institution’s 70th anniversary this year, and aims to transform the facility into one delivering high quality client health care services. Support has already been forthcoming...

11 years ago Transport

JUTC Could Earn $4 Million Daily from Summer Promotion

The state-run Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) says that it is likely to earn $4 million daily from its new summer promotion, which began on July 5. Speaking with JIS News, Marketing and Communications Manager at the JUTC, Clinton Clarke, said that they are hoping to have an additional 40,000 riders per day. “This is what we have projected. If...