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The housing division of the Ministry of Transport, Works and Housing, last year, aggressively pursued its agenda to provide more Jamaicans with access to affordable housing. The Ministry also ramped up its titling programme in the drive to give more … Continued
The Ministry of Local Government and Community Development, under the leadership of portfolio Minister, Hon. Noel Arscott, expended millions of dollars on the construction and upgrading of infirmaries, markets, fire stations, among other facilities to improve the quality of service … Continued
The Ministry of Transport, Works and Housing continued its programme of works, aimed at restoring, maintaining, and building infrastructure, to keep communities connected, and to ensure that Jamaicans travel on roads and bridges deemed safe, and of world standard. The … Continued
In 2013, the Government improved the way Jamaicans commute, by enhancing the operations of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC), tidying up the public transportation system, and launching a major road safety campaign. More JUTC Buses The fleet of JUTC … Continued
The Houses of Parliament continued to debate and approve several legislations in 2013, aimed at advancing Jamaica’s economy and social agenda. STATE OPENING OF PARLIAMENT The 2013/14 session of Parliament began in April, highlighted by the Throne Speech delivered by … Continued
The Government intensified its efforts throughout the past year, to make the country safer, so that citizens can carry out their day-to-day activities in comfort and security. This was in keeping with the administration’s strategic priorities for 2013/14 and beyond, … Continued
Throughout 2013 the Government continued its drive to further develop and adequately monitor the fisheries sector, undertaking several initiatives in the thrust. BILLS PASSED TO ENHANCE SECTOR Of significance was the passage of two pieces of legislation in Parliament, one … Continued
The agricultural sector continued to perform well during the year, rebounding from the adverse effects of weather-related and other factors, to record growth for the third quarter of the year. The Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) reported in November that … Continued
The year 2013 was one of outstanding achievement for sports in Jamaica, as the country’s athletes reigned supreme at the World Championship in Athletics held from August 10 to 18 in Moscow, Russia. The team, led by scintillating performances from … Continued
During 2013, considerable focus was given to legislations that are critical in the fight against crime. High on the agenda was the Law Reform (Fraudulent Transactions) (Special Provisions) Act, which aims to prosecute persons involved in the illegal lottery scam. … Continued
The Ministry of National Security placed major focus on capacity building of the security forces last year as part of efforts to stem crime. This involved technology upgrade; the purchase of equipment and machinery; improving mobility through the acquisition of … Continued
One of the most impactful occurrences on the local media landscape during 2013 was passage of the amended Defamation Act 2013, in the Houses of Parliament. The Act, which replaces the decades-old slander and libel laws, was passed with bi-partisan … Continued
The Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining (STEM), which focused on its mandate for 2013 – ‘Laying the Foundation for Growth’ – pursued several initiatives in that thrust, under the guidance of the Minister, Hon. Phillip Paulwell. REDUCTION OF … Continued
The Ministry of Water, Land, Environment and Climate Change, led by Minister, Hon. Robert Pickersgill, pursued several initiatives in 2013 to improve domestic water supply and upgrade sewerage systems across the island. PROVISION OF WATER Several projects were undertaken to … Continued
The Ministry of Water, Land, Environment and Climate Change, lead by Portfolio Minister, Hon. Robert Pickersgill, continued initiatives to highlight the effects of climate change on the country, and the need to protect the environment. Freeze on CFCs To this … Continued
In 2013, the Ministry of Youth and Culture pursued several initiatives to address the issue of child safety and to reduce and prevent child abuse. Chief among them was the strengthening of the Child Development Agency (CDA) and the Office … Continued
Jamaica’s tourism industry recorded several landmark achievements during 2013, in terms of earnings, visitor arrivals, new markets tapped, and linkages and partnerships forged with new cruise and airlines, making the year one of the most successful in recent times. VISITOR … Continued
The Ministry of Justice, under the leadership of portfolio Minister, Senator the Hon. Mark Golding, pushed forward a number of initiatives aimed at enhancing access of Jamaicans to justice. HISTORIC COURT OF APPEAL SITTING Among these measures was the historic … Continued
During 2013, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, under the charge of Senator the Hon. A.J. Nicholson, continued to cement its relations with international and regional partners, as it sought to improve foreign policy and trade prospects. COMMUNITY … Continued
The Government implemented several initiatives and programmes in 2013, aimed at boosting economic development and creating avenues for more persons to be employed. These efforts were carried out under one of the five strategic priorities developed by the Government for … Continued