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Senior Public Education and Community Outreach Officer at the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), Ava Tomlinson.

Preservation of Wetlands Takes the Spotlight on February 2

Jamaica will join the global community in celebrating World Wetlands Day on February 2, highlighting the importance of these vital ecosystems. This year’s theme, ‘Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future’, emphasises the need for collective action to preserve wetlands for...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second right), cuts the ribbon to officially hand over a two-bedroom unit under the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) to Claudette Salmon (left) in Blackness, Westmoreland, on January 24. Sharing in the moment are Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Arlene Williams (right) and Westmoreland Western, Morland Wilson (in background at right).

From Termite-Infested House to Brand-New Home

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, addresses Wednesday’s (January 29) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House.

55 Bridges to Be Upgraded

Work to Begin on 100 Roads Under SPARK Programme

Minister without portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda (left), turns on the $16-million Lancewood Pipeline Extension system in Exchange, St. Ann, recently. Having a drink of water is Councillor for the Exchange Division, Ian Isaacs.

Lancewood Pipeline Extension Project Commissioned Into Service

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second right), cuts the ribbon to officially hand over a three-bedroom house to New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) beneficiary Paulette Brown (second left), during a ceremony in Blackness, Westmoreland, on January 24. Sharing in the moment are (from left) Ms. Brown’s daughter, Antonette Beharry ; Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Arlene Williams and Member of Parliament for Westmoreland Western, Morland Wilson (in background).

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NSHP Continues to Tackle Housing Poverty – PM

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) continues to tackle housing poverty on the island. “As Minister of Housing, my job is to ensure that all segments of the housing market are being served and addressed, so the segment of the housing market that we are addressing today are those persons who...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second right), hands New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) beneficiary, Jephtah McIntosh (second left), the keys to his new home as well as a social contract, in Town Head, Westmoreland, on Friday (January 24). Sharing the moment (from left) are Member of Parliament for Westmoreland Western, Morland Wilson, and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Arlene Williams.

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PM Particularly Pleased That NSHP is Providing Homes for Persons with Disabilities

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) continues to prioritise building homes for vulnerable Jamaicans, particularly those with disabilities. Dr. Holness was addressing the handover ceremony for a new one-bedroom unit to visually impaired Jephtah McIntosh, in Town Head, Westmoreland, on January 24. The unit was constructed at a cost of $5.6...

1 year ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

MEGJC Provides Update on houses being constructed by the NSHP in Central Kingston

The Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation (MEGJC) takes note of a publication in the Sunday Gleaner (January 26, 2025) concerning an aspect of the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) in Central Kingston. The construction of the two houses highlighted was delayed due to the inability of the Contractor to complete the project according to schedule. The project was...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, addresses the groundbreaking ceremony for the $75 million Jackson Town Pipeline Project in Trelawny on Friday (January 24).

1 year ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

2,500 Residents to Benefit From $75 Million Jackson Town Pipeline Project

Approximately 2,500 residents from several communities in southern Trelawny will benefit from more reliable access to potable water under a $75 million project being undertaken by the National Water Commission (NWC). Minister of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, on Friday (Jan. 24), broke ground for the Jackson Town Pipeline Project, which will improve water supply and distribution...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, makes a statement in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 21).

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Jamaica Appoints Special Envoy for Climate Change, Environment, Ocean, And Blue Economy

Professor Dale Webber has been appointed Jamaica’s first special envoy for Climate Change, Environment, Ocean, and Blue Economy. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation (MEGJC), Hon. Matthew Samuda, made the disclosure during a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 21). He noted that Professor Webber will hold the title of Ambassador...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda (third left), and British High Commissioner to Jamaica, Her Excellency Judith Slater (right), share a photo opportunity with executives of Francis Maude Associates (FMA), during a courtesy call on Tuesday (January 14), at the Ministry’s offices in New Kingston. Pictured (from left) are Senior Associate, Alistair Hankey; Regional Advisor for the Caribbean, Arielle Salvary; Founder and Co-Chair, Right Hon. Lord Maude of Horsham; and Senior Advisor, Glen Suarez.

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PHOTO: Executives of Frances Maude Associates Call on Minister Samuda

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda (third left), and British High Commissioner to Jamaica, Her Excellency Judith Slater (right), share a photo opportunity with executives of Francis Maude Associates (FMA), during a courtesy call on Tuesday (January 14), at the Ministry’s offices in New Kingston. Pictured (from left) are Senior Associate,...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 14).

1 year ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentParliament

House Approves Amendments to NRCA And WLP Acts to Increase Fines

The House of Representatives approved amendments to the Natural Resources Conservation Authority (NRCA) Act and the Wild Life Protection (WLP) Act on January 14, to allow for an increase in fines and related custodial sentences. Piloting the legislation, Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, said both laws are administered by the...