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Director of Communications, Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), Latoya Halstead, provides an update on the total sum secured on behalf of aggrieved consumers from April to October 2023, during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, today (December 14).    
Director of Communications, Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), Latoya Halstead, provides an update on the total sum secured on behalf of aggrieved consumers from April to October 2023, during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, today (December 14).    

CAC Secures $22 Million on Behalf of Aggrieved Consumers

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) has secured $22 million in refund/compensation on behalf of aggrieved consumers for the period April to October 2023. This was revealed by Communications Director at the CAC, Latoya Halstead, during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS)...
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (right), presents a trophy to the top student, Recardo McLarty from Sagility business process outsourcing company. Occasion was the graduation ceremony for supervisors in the global services sector held on December 6 at the Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) in Kingston.
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (right), presents a trophy to the top student, Recardo McLarty from Sagility business process outsourcing company. Occasion was the graduation ceremony for supervisors in the global services sector held on December 6 at the Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) in Kingston.

PHOTOS: Global Services Sector Graduation Ceremony
Managing Director, INAMI Management Services Limited, Donovan Betancourt (left), in discussion with entertainer, Jeffery “Agent Sasco” Campbell, during the Digicel Foundation’s recent handover of grants to environmental projects ceremony in downtown Kingston. Through the ‘Good Energy, Clean Environment’ grant campaign, the Digicel Foundation identified and selected 13 projects across 10 parishes that align with its mission to create positive environmental impact.
Managing Director, INAMI Management Services Limited, Donovan Betancourt (left), in discussion with entertainer, Jeffery “Agent Sasco” Campbell, during the Digicel Foundation’s recent handover of grants to environmental projects ceremony in downtown Kingston. Through the ‘Good Energy, Clean Environment’ grant campaign, the Digicel Foundation identified and selected 13 projects across 10 parishes that align with its mission to create positive environmental impact.

PHOTOS: Digicel Foundation Grant Campaign
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (second right), interacts with attendees during the Jamaica National Agency for Accreditation (JANAAC) 15th Anniversary Awards Celebration at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Monday (December 4). From left are JANAAC Council Member, Stephen Dawkins; Chief Executive Officer, Sharonmae Shirley, and Chairman, Simon Roberts. 
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (second right), interacts with attendees during the Jamaica National Agency for Accreditation (JANAAC) 15th Anniversary Awards Celebration at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Monday (December 4). From left are JANAAC Council Member, Stephen Dawkins; Chief Executive Officer, Sharonmae Shirley, and Chairman, Simon Roberts. 

PHOTOS: Minister Hill Attends JANAAC’S 15th Anniversary Awards Celebration
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, and Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), Valerie Veira (centre), listen as Managing Director of Sage Delights, Shaun Grant, speaks about her company’s Old Time Christmas Cake.  Occasion was the Things Jamaican 60th anniversary Christmas trade show held recently at the JBDC’s South Camp Road premises in Kingston.  
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, and Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), Valerie Veira (centre), listen as Managing Director of Sage Delights, Shaun Grant, speaks about her company’s Old Time Christmas Cake.  Occasion was the Things Jamaican 60th anniversary Christmas trade show held recently at the JBDC’s South Camp Road premises in Kingston.  

PHOTOS: Things Jamaican 60th Anniversary Christmas Expo

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Chief Executive Officer, Jamaica National Agency for Accreditation (JANAAC), Sharonmae Shirley, outlines the entity’s various accomplishments over its 15 years of operations, during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on Tuesday (November 28).
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JANAAC Pivotal in Advancing Quality and Standards Over 15 Years

For the past 15 years, the Jamaica National Agency for Accreditation (JANAAC) has been playing a pivotal role in advancing quality and standards across various industries. Speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on Tuesday (November 28), JAMAAC’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Sharonmae Shirley, shared that “our commitment to excellence has contributed to the growth and reputation of...
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Director of Strategic Planning, Business Development and Promotions, Jamaica National Agency for Accreditation (JANAAC), Cassetta Green, speaks during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on Tuesday (November 28).
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JANAAC Celebrating 15th Anniversary with Awards Ceremony

The Jamaica National Agency for Accreditation (JANAAC) will commemorate its 15th anniversary with an awards ceremony slated for The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Monday, December 4, starting 7:00 p.m. The service-led organisation was established in 2007 and commenced operations in 2008. The ceremony, which will be held under the theme ‘Celebrating Quality’, will see awards being presented...
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Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Sancia Templer (centre), converses with (from left), Chair, Trade Facilitation Task Force, Patricia Francis, and Chief Executive Officer, Jamaica National Agency for Accreditation, Sharonmae Shirley, during a National Consultation Workshop on the ‘Development of a Coordinated Laboratory Strategic Framework and Implementation Plan for Jamaica’, held at the Terra Noval All-Suite Hotel in Kingston on Wednesday (November 22).
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PHOTOS: National Coordinated Laboratory Strategic Framework Consultaton Workshop

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Sancia Templer (centre), converses with (from left), Chair, Trade Facilitation Task Force, Patricia Francis, and Chief Executive Officer, Jamaica National Agency for Accreditation, Sharonmae Shirley, during a National Consultation Workshop on the ‘Development of a Coordinated Laboratory Strategic Framework and Implementation Plan for Jamaica’, held at the Terra Noval All-Suite...
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Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Sancia Bennett Templer, addresses the World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week symposium, held on Monday (November 20) at the ROK Hotel in Kingston.
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Commerce Ministry Strengthening Regulatory Agencies’ Capacities

The Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce has advanced efforts to strengthen monitoring and surveillance programmes and capacity-building by its regulatory agencies. Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Sancia Bennett Templer, who made the disclosure, said these agencies include the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ), Food Storage and Prevention of Infestation Division (FSPID), National Compliance and Regulatory Authority (NCRA), along with...
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The Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) will be hosting a Business Development Information Session for Small and Medium-sized Tourism Enterprises on Wednesday, November 22 at the Courtleigh Auditorium in Kingston.
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TEF to Host SMTE Business Development Information Session

Small and medium-sized tourism enterprises (SMTEs) are set to benefit from a Business Development Information Session being hosted by the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) on Wednesday, November 22. The session, to be held under the theme ‘Maximising Tourism Market Opportunities’, is slated for the Courtleigh Auditorium in Kingston beginning 9:30 a.m. The event is among initiatives organised for SMTEs by...
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Manager, Corporate Affairs and Communication, Betting, Gamning and Lotteries Commission (BGLC), Wendy Robertson.
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BGLC Seeks Public Input on Advertising and Marketing Guidelines

The Betting, Gaming and Lotteries Commission (BGLC) is seeking the input of citizens on the advertising and marketing guidelines being proposed for gambling and gambling related products in Jamaica. A public consultation is being undertaken via electronic survey and an in-person session is scheduled for Monday (Nov. 20) at the Terra Nova All Suite Hotel in Kingston, where various stakeholder...
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