The Government is examining how it can refer adverse possession of land applications to the local Adjudication Committee for their input on these applications. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with the responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, Hon. Robert Montague, made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2026/27 sectoral debate in the...

The Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development is currently engaged in intensive consultations and discussions to address the nation’s informal land settlement (squatting) challenge. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, Hon. Robert Montague, made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the...

The Government has acquired additional container houses to accommodate families impacted by hurricane Melissa, with 1,424 units now in the island. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, Hon. Robert Montague, made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on...

The Governments of Jamaica and South Korea will be collaborating to establish a training school for surveyors, draftsmen, readers, checkers, and other land-related professionals, excluding lawyers. “We thank the Government and people of South Korea for signing off and funding this US$9 million project. The impact of this partnership will be enormous as the bulk of the funds will be...

The Government is looking at establishing a revolving fund where land holders of two acres and less, can apply for loans to pay surveyor fees. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, Hon. Robert Montague, made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the...

Western Jamaica will receive the lion's share of 55 new bridges slated for construction over the next two and a half years, under the Accelerated Bridge Programme. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, who made the announcement, said the Government is on a drive to improve infrastructure...

Late former Government Minister and Parliamentarian, Leslie Roy Campbell, has been remembered as a distinguished public servant who served with integrity and devoted his professional and political life to advancing national development. Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, headed the list of dignitaries—including Cabinet members, parliamentarians, family and friends, members of the judiciary, and well-wishers from across society—who...