Beginning May 1, 2026, the Hazardous Substance Regulatory Authority (HSRA) will process all authorisation applications through its new interactive website. The platform, accessible at www.hsra.gov.jm, was unveiled during the HSRA’s CEO Breakfast and Workshop, held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Wednesday (March 11). An agency of the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, the HSRA is...

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is encouraging consumers and businesses to work together to resolve situations where the price charged at checkout differs from the price displayed on a product or shelf. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Commission, Dolsie Allen, told JIS News that while price discrepancies can occasionally occur, consumers should first seek clarification from the retailer. “It...

A total of $315 million has, to date, been disbursed from the $1 billion Jamaica Screen Fund to support film projects. Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, provided the update while responding to questions during the Standing Finance Committee of the House of Representatives meeting on March 6 at Gordon House, as members reviewed the...

The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), on Thursday (March 5), officially launched its online learning platform, designed to transform businesses through entrepreneurship education. Dubbed ‘JBDC Biz Wiz’, the platform is designed to support entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey. It offers a suite of courses tailored to equip business owners with the knowledge and skills needed to compete...

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is urging consumers to exercise heightened caution when purchasing goods, particularly online, in light of growing concerns about unsafe or improperly labelled products in global markets. Director of Communications, Latoya Halstead, issued the call during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’, where she highlighted findings from an Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development...

Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Delano Seiveright, says that artificial intelligence (AI) is intended to elevate and not replace humans in the local workforce. “Our people remain central and AI should be used to elevate our workforce, not marginalise it; it is important that we put that on record,” he said. Speaking at...

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) secured more than $30 million in refunds for consumers during the first 11 months of fiscal year 2025/26, underscoring its ongoing commitment to safeguarding consumer rights and resolving marketplace disputes. Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dolsie Allen, reported that between April 1, 2025, and February 28, 2026, the Commission handled 1,189 consumer complaints, an increase from...