Thirty-eight roads are under construction through the Shared Prosperity Through Accelerated Improvement to Our Road Network (SPARK) Programme. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, who provided an update during Wednesday’s (April 30) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House, said some roads have been completed. Among the completed roads...

The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) is pleased to welcome Jamaicans and visitors back to the beachfront at Harmony Beach Park, following its temporary closure. “We are grateful for the patience and understanding of the public during the period of closure,” said Mr. L. Robert Honeyghan, General Manager of the UDC. “Harmony Beach Park is a signature space in Montego Bay,...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to responsible and sustainable development while protecting and preserving the environment. He underscored that safeguarding the natural environment is fundamental, even as the Government undertakes measures to create economic opportunities for the continued growth and development of the country. “Whenever we do development there is this tension...

The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) has commissioned 47 additional Officer Cadets into service, following their successful completion of the Initial Officer Training Programme (IOTP). Thursday’s (April 17) Commissioning Parade marked the third cohort of candidates to successfully complete the one-year programme. Among those commissioned were Officer Cadets from The Bahamas, Botswana and Malawi. Speaking during the Parade, High Commissioner of...

The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) advises the public that Harmony Beach Park remains open to visitors; however, access to the beach and swimming areas continues to be temporarily restricted as we address ongoing water quality issues. We are aware that this restriction comes as the Easter holiday approaches, a time when many Jamaicans and visitors alike look forward to enjoying...

More than 7,000 jobs could potentially be created from the development of the Raintree Commercial Complex, located just outside Kingston at Caymanas Estate in Ferry Pen, St. Catherine. Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on Wednesday (April 16) broke ground and witnessed the contract signing for phase/block one of the project, which forms part of the Caymanas Estate...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government continues to advance key engagements aimed at strategically positioning Jamaica to become the fourth node in the global logistics network. Among those he highlighted are infrastructure upgrades; special trade arrangements and special provisions with major trading partners; regulatory reform, such as the establishment of the Omni Bus Legislation and...