Executive Director, Mona Geolnformatics Institute, Luke Buchanan, addresses the Global Information System (GIS) Innovate Spatial Solutions Summit on Wednesday (November 13) at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in St. Andrew. The event was hosted by the National Spatial Data Management Branch (NSDMB) of the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, in observance of Geography Awareness Month 2024.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang is calling for a more robust legislative framework to support urban planning in Jamaica. Dr. Chang noted that a comprehensive legal framework to foster sustainable prosperous communities is crucial, in addressing potential challenges posed by unregulated development. “We have to look at what legislation fits Jamaica situation today....

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness says the rebuilding of the Troy Bridge in Trelawny at a cost of over $200 million, exemplifies the Government’s ongoing commitment to infrastructure development. “We want our citizens to feel the positive impact of our economic policies in their daily lives. This bridge is just one example of how we are working...

The Government has begun assessing the damage caused by Tropical Storm Rafael, which impacted Jamaica between November 4 and 5. Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, said preliminary figures indicate that the damage could range between $500 million and $1 billion. “Our figures are preliminary; by the end of the day, we will have more refined figures to...

The nexus of urban planning, tourism and sustainable development will take centre stage on November 8, as Jamaica commemorates World Town Planning Day (WTPD) 2024. Hosted by the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), the programmed activities will take place at the Montego Bay Convention Centre from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., bringing together planners, government officials and other key...

The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) is pleased to announce that, with the Tropical Storm Warning for Jamaica now lifted, all UDC offices, attractions, and facilities have reopen on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Safety assessments have been completed at all UDC-managed locations, ensuring they are ready and safe for the return of staff and visitors. The UDC Corporate Office in Kingston,...

Road repairs under the Relief Emergency Assistance and Community Help (REACH) programme are ongoing and will continue through March of next year. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Robert Morgan, provided an update on the $3-billion road rehabilitation initiative during Wednesday’s (October 30) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House. “Road repairs under the...