The Government has awarded a contract to VINCI Construction Grands Projets, based in France, to undertake works on the Port Antonio Sewerage and Drainage project (Stage 2). The contract, in the sum of $361,743.45, plus US$4,721,641.82, is being fully financed under the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)-funded Kingston Metropolitan Area (KMA) Water Supply Improvement Programme. It will allow for the provision...

The Government is making significant strides in safeguarding the country’s energy security through fuel diversification. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, says much has been done in this area, which has been identified as critical to national development. Speaking at a seminar titled, ‘Uncut Conversations on Climate Change... Dialogue for...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Daryl Vaz, is urging Jamaicans to take proactive steps to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change. These include practising proper disposal of garbage, carpooling to reduce the carbon footprint, and conserving and recycling water. Minister Vaz, who was addressing a climate change seminar at...

Major developments in business process outsourcing (BPO) operations in the country are expected to provide approximately 8,000 new jobs this year. This was disclosed by Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, during his contribution to the Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on April 5. The Minister said this...

Improvement works are being undertaken on five major roadways in Kingston and St. Andrew under the Major Infrastructure Development Programme (MIDP). The roadways are Marcus Garvey Drive, Mandela Highway (from Six Miles to Ferry), Constant Spring Road (from Manor Park to Eastwood Park Road intersection), Hagley Park Road (from Maxfield Avenue to Three Miles), and Barbican Road (from Russell Heights...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Daryl Vaz, says Jamaica stands to benefit significantly from the establishment of an international financial services centre. “The economic opportunities... cannot be overstated. Firstly, the Government stands to gain increased revenue from fees generated from incorporations, registration, licences and work permits. Jamaican professionals stand to benefit from...

The Government has embarked on a programme to rehabilitate several irrigation canals that have deteriorated over many years. This was disclosed by Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, during his contribution to the 2017/18 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on April 5. “We are also seeking to expand...