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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, pilots the Financial Services Commission (Amendment) Act, 2024 in the Senate on November 1. At left is Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon.
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, pilots the Financial Services Commission (Amendment) Act, 2024 in the Senate on November 1. At left is Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon.

GOV’T Equipping Workers With Skills For Global Digital Services Sector

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, says the Government is committed to preparing skilled workers to fulfil the staffing needs of the Global Digital Services Sector (GDSS). In an address delivered by Permanent Secretary, Sancia...
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill

Industry Ministry Already Playing its Part To Reduce Bottlenecks
Head of the Institute for Gender and Development Studies (IGDS), Mona Unit, Dr. Dalea Bean, addresses Thursday’s (November 21) launch of the Jamaica AIDS Support for Life (JASL)/European Union (EU) funded project - ‘Promoting Human Rights and Access to Justice for Priority Populations in Jamaica’ - at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston.
Head of the Institute for Gender and Development Studies (IGDS), Mona Unit, Dr. Dalea Bean, addresses Thursday’s (November 21) launch of the Jamaica AIDS Support for Life (JASL)/European Union (EU) funded project - ‘Promoting Human Rights and Access to Justice for Priority Populations in Jamaica’ - at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston.

UWI Offers Training Programme to Strengthen Human Rights Principles at The Workplace
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, responding to questions posed during the University of Technology (UTech) Jamaica Water Symposium, held at the institution’s Papine campus in St. Andrew on Wednesday (November 20), under the theme: ‘Sustainable Water Management and Innovation’.
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, responding to questions posed during the University of Technology (UTech) Jamaica Water Symposium, held at the institution’s Papine campus in St. Andrew on Wednesday (November 20), under the theme: ‘Sustainable Water Management and Innovation’.

Licensing Process Being Finalised for Sale of Energy from Mona Reservoir Solar Project to JPS
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda (right), listens to a presentation on the non-revenue water (NRW) reduction programme being undertaken in Portmore, St. Catherine, from Project Manager at Miya Water, Katherine Paleracio. Also listening is Miya Water’s Chief Growth Officer, José Carazo. The Miya Water representatives called on the Minister at his offices in Kingston on Tuesday (November 19). The NRW reduction programme, being implemented by the National Water Commission (NWC), aims to reduce water loss and improve supply.
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda (right), listens to a presentation on the non-revenue water (NRW) reduction programme being undertaken in Portmore, St. Catherine, from Project Manager at Miya Water, Katherine Paleracio. Also listening is Miya Water’s Chief Growth Officer, José Carazo. The Miya Water representatives called on the Minister at his offices in Kingston on Tuesday (November 19). The NRW reduction programme, being implemented by the National Water Commission (NWC), aims to reduce water loss and improve supply.

PHOTOS: MIYA Water Representatives Call on Minister Samuda

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Environmental Officer, National Environment and Planning Agency, Tamarah Myles.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

NEPA Warns Against the Use of Sunscreens Containing Oxybenzone

The National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) is raising awareness about the potential health and environmental risks associated with sunscreens containing oxybenzone (Benzophenone-3), a common ingredient in many sun protection products. “While sunscreens are vital in reducing the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, such as Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) damage, skin cancer and premature ageing, studies have revealed that certain...
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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.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

PHOTOS: GIS Summit

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.
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, addresses the World Town Planning Day (WTPD) forum held at the Montego Bay Convention Center in Rose Hall, St. James, on November 8.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

Robust Legislative Framework Needed to Support Urban Planning – Dr. Chang

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....
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, emphasises a point while addressing Wednesday’s (November 6) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentWorks / Construction

Preliminary Estimates Indicate Storm Damage Could Range Between $500 Million and $1 Billion

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...
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Logo of the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA).
Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

Significance of Urban Planning Takes Centre Stage on November 8

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...
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Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

UDC Resumes Full Operations Following Tropical Storm Rafael

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,...
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