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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, displays a copy of a Shared Prosperity Through Accelerated Improvement to Our Road Network (SPARK) Programme progress report, as he addresses Wednesday’s (April 30) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House.

Work Being Carried Out on Many Roads under SPARK Programme

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...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), greets General Manager, Urban Development Corporation (UDC), L. Robert Honeyghan during the recent ground-breaking and contract-signing ceremony for the Raintree Commercial Complex, Ferry Pen, St. Catherine.

Gov’t Pursuing Development While Safeguarding the Environment – PM

High Commissioner of India to Jamaica, His Excellency Shri Mayank Joshi (standing on dais), receives the general salute from newly commissioned Officer Cadets during the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) Initial Officer Training Programme (IOTP) Commissioning Parade at Up Park Camp in Kingston on Thursday (April 17).

Jamaica Defence Force Commissions 47 Additional Officer Cadets

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Andrew Holness (centre), is joined by representatives from government, the Urban Development Corporation and Asphaltic Concrete Enterprise and other stakeholders to break ground for the RainTree Commercial Complex, located just outside Kingston at Caymanas Estate, in Ferry Pen, St. Catherine, on April 16.

More Than 7,000 Jobs Could Be Created from Development of Commercial Complex at Caymanas Estate

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, lays a concrete block for wall construction during the recent ground-breaking ceremony for the US$13-million Kingston Gateway Commercial and Warehouse Complex at 221-223 Marcus Garvey Drive.

Gov’t Strategically Positioning Jamaica to Become Fourth Global Logistics Node

11 months ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentPress Release

UDC Welcomes the Public Back to the Beach Section of Harmony Beach Park

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,...

11 months ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentPress Release

Public Update on Harmony Beach Park Operations: Use of Walter Fletcher Beach Over Easter Holidays

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...

Students and teachers from several school environmental clubs at the Burns Gully and the GraceKennedy Foundation Clean Coast Project offloading site on Windward Road, gaining first-hand insight into the impact of solid waste pollution.

11 months ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentEnvironment

Students Participate in Workshop Hosted by NEPA

In its continued mission to foster a culture of environmental stewardship among youth, the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) recently hosted an engaging workshop aimed at strengthening its National School Environmental Club Programme (NSECP). Held at the Alhambra Inn in Kingston, the workshop brought together students from five secondary institutions – Alpha Institute, Kingsway High School, Wolmer’s High School...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, savours a sip of water while delivering the keynote address during the commissioning of phase one of the Rhyne Park Water Supply Improvement Project at Barrett Town All Age School in St. James on Thursday (April 10).

12 months ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentWater

Prime Minister Officially Commissions Phase One of Rhyne Park Water Supply Improvement Project

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on Thursday (April 10), officially commissioned phase one of the Rhyne Park Water Supply Improvement Project in St. James. Addressing residents, business interests and other stakeholders at Barrett Town All Age School, Dr. Holness said the facility, which will enhance the quality of life for residents, underscores the Government’s commitment to inclusive...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, speaks at the ceremony to break ground for a major housing project consisting of 1,400 units, at Barrett Hall, St. James, on April 10.

12 months ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentHousing

Prime Minister Breaks Ground for Major Housing Project at Barrett Hall

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, broke ground for a major housing development project, consisting of 1,400 new houses in Barrett Hall, St. James, on April 10. Addressing the ceremony, Dr. Holness said the initiative is a vital step towards addressing Jamaica's pressing housing deficit, which currently stands at approximately 150,000 units. “Today marks a pivotal moment in...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, makes a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 1).

12 months ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentWorks / Construction

US$575-Million SCHIP 96% Complete

The US$575-million Southern Coastal Highway Improvement Project (SCHIP) is 96 per cent complete. Two major components, Part A (May Pen to Williamsfield Toll Road Extension) and Part B (Harbour View to Yallahs Bridge, covering 17.4 kilometres (km) of a four-lane highway) is already open to the public. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, delivers a statement in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 1).

12 months ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentWorks / Construction

Emergency Road Patching Programme 80% Complete

The $2-billion emergency islandwide main-road patching programme is now 80 per cent complete. The programme has actively addressed the deteriorating roads caused by severe weather events, including Hurricane Beryl and Tropical Storm Rafael. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, provided an update on the initiative during a...