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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda, addressing the recent sitting of the Senate.

Senate Passes Road Traffic Reprieve Bill

The Senate has approved legislation to nullify demerit points recorded against all driver’s licences prior to February 1, 2023, when the Road Traffic Act 2018 came into effect. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation,...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda (right), in a meeting with Vice President for HDF Energy in the Caribbean region, Thibault Ménage (centre) and Lead Technical Director, HDF Energy, Dwight DaCosta, during a courtesy call at the Ministry’s offices in New Kingston, on July 25.

PHOTOS: Matthew Samuda Receives Courtesy Call from HDF Energy Executives

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda, addressing Friday’s (July 19) sitting of the Senate at Gordon House.

90 Percent of NWC Customers’ Water Supply Restored

Chief Executive Officer and Registrar of Companies at the Companies Office of Jamaica, Shellie Leon, addresses a JIS 'Think Tank' on Thursday (July 18), to share details on the recent improvements made to address customer challenges.

COJ Improves Services To Stakeholders (JIS)

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, emphasises a point as he addresses the House of Representatives on July 16.

DBJ to Provide $1 Billion for On-Lending to Poultry Industry

2 years ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentPress ReleaseWorks / Construction

Troy Bridge Works to Commence Next Week

Work is slated to commence next week for the rebuilding of the Troy Bridge in Trelawny. The bridge which links several Trelawny, Manchester and St. Elizabeth communities collapsed in August 2021, during the passage of Tropical Storm Grace. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Robert Morgan says that cabinet having signed off on the...

2 years ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentPress ReleaseWorks / Construction

Alley Bridge, Clarendon to be Assessed by NWA Technical Team

The National Works Agency (NWA) has been instructed to take immediate steps to assess the Alley Bridge in southern Clarendon. The instructions have come from the Minister with responsibility for Works in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Robert Morgan. Minister Morgan reports to Prime Minister, Andrew Holness who has requested a report on the state of the...

Chief Executive Officer at the Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA), Kelli-Dawn Hamilton.

2 years ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

JSEZA Seeks to Expand Country’s Footprint in Global Markets

The Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) is looking to expand Jamaica's footprint in global markets, targeting strategic opportunities in Colombia, Mexico and El Salvador. The Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, Kelli-Dawn Hamilton, who will participate in a business mission to these Latin American countries from July 17 to 26, said that the aim is to foster international partnerships and attract...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (July 9).

2 years ago CommunityDevelopmentEconomic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentHurricane Relief & RecoveryLocal GovernmentParliamentPrime Minister

Gov’t to Undertake Post-Hurricane National Clean-Up Initiative

The Government will be undertaking a national clean-up initiative under the Relief Emergency Assistance and Community Help (REACH) Programme. Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, made the disclosure during a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (July 9). The REACH Programme aims to provide immediate assistance to Jamaicans affected by Hurricane Beryl. Major elements of the programme...

The majestic Dunn’s River Falls located in Ocho Rios, St. Ann.

2 years ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentPress Release

World-Famous Dunn’s River Falls and Park to Reopen

The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) advises that families, adventure enthusiasts. cruise ship passengers, and tour groups, can visit the multi-award-winning World Famous Dunn’s River Falls and Park as of Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. Following the passage of Hurricane Beryl, full access to various services has been restored such as the kiddies’ water slide, falls, beach area, and...

2 years ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

Phased Reopening of UDC Offices

The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) advises that our Head Office and Caymanas Office will reopen tomorrow Friday, July 5, 2024 at 8:30am. The following offices, entities and attractions will remain closed until further advised while we complete our assessment and carry out the necessary repairs. The World-Famous Dunn's River Falls and Park, Green Grotto Caves and Attractions, Ocho Rios Bay...

2 years ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentPress Release

UDC Offices and Attractions to Remain Closed

The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) advises that assessments are currently being conducted at all UDC attractions, entities and offices to facilitate the safe return of our staff and patronage by clients. These include The World-Famous Dunn’s River Falls and Park, Ocho Rios Bay Beach, Green Grotto Caves and Attractions, Turtle River Park in St. Ann; Harmony Beach Park, Montego Bay;...