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Government Reiterates that Curfew Hours are to be Strictly Observed by All

The Government is reiterating that the curfew orders over the holiday season, in particular on December 31, 2020, and January 1, 2021, will be strictly enforced. On December 31, 2020, the curfew will begin at 10 pm and end at...

Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Information Service (JIS), Donna-Marie Rowe, applauds as Steven Bernard of Somerton All-Age and Infant School in St. James shows off his trophy for winning the essay category of the 2019 JIS Heritage Competition.

JIS Heritage Competition Awards Today

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague (left), highlights a point during discussion with (from second left), Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Geoffrey Onyeama and his wife, Sulola Onyeama, and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, in a lounge at the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St. James, on Monday (December 21). The Nigerian Foreign Affairs Minister, his wife and 130 other passengers arrived on Air Peace’s historic inaugural flight to Jamaica.

Jamaica Welcomes Historic Flight From Nigeria

Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Senior Superintendent of Police, Gary McKenzie.

Permit Required For Fireworks

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of National Security, Courtney Williams, now chairs the National Task Force Against Trafficking in Persons (NATFATIP). NATFATIP was established in 2005 by the Government of Jamaica to strengthen the country’s legislative, institutional and operational capacity to combat Trafficking in Persons (TIP).

Courtney Williams Appointed New Head of NATFATIP

5 years ago Youth

CPFSA Renews Call for Parents/Guardians to Seek Help with Raising their Children

The Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) is renewing its call for parents and guardians experiencing challenges caring for their children, to seek help from the Agency or other parenting support groups. The call is being made following a series of viral videos on social media of children being physically and verbally abused; the most recent involving a child...

5 years ago Housing

NHT Contributions Refund Application Available Online Only

The National Housing Trust, (NHT), wishes to advise its customers that as at January 2021, applications for contributions refund will ONLY be accessible online. As we continue to prioritise the safety of our staff and customers, we will no-longer be accepting applications in-person, at any of our locations. Customers may apply for their refunds via our website www.nht.gov.jm, and also via our mobile...

Youth Mentoring Ministry volunteer, Derrick White (right), hands over care packages to sisters, Judane Drysdale (left) and Fennecia White, during a special ceremony at the Ministry’s Mentoring Centre located in Priory in the parish on Monday (December 21).

5 years ago ChristmasYouth

Youth Mentoring Ministry Donates Care Packages To St. Ann Children

Scores of children across several communities in St. Ann benefited from the donation of care packages under the Youth Mentoring Ministry’s ‘Sharing the Love at Christmas’ initiative. The packages were presented to children living in Priory, St. Ann’s Bay and Bamboo, among other areas, during a special ceremony at the Ministry’s Mentoring Centre located in Priory, on Monday (December 21)....

Officer in Charge of the Fire Prevention Division and Public Relations Officer at the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), Emeleo Ebanks.

5 years ago Fire Safety

Do Not Use Sanitisers Near Open Flames – JFB

As citizens prepare for the festive season, the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) is reminding citizens that hand sanitisers should not be used near open flames, as they are flammable. “Recommended sanitisers are usually 70 per cent alcohol and alcohol is a highly flammable chemical. Therefore, sanitisers are not suited for the kitchen or environments where there are open flames,” Officer...

5 years ago Finance & Public Service

TAJ Mobile Application Goes Live

Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) in collaboration with eGov Jamaica Limited has developed the Tax Authority’s first mobile application – TAJ Mobile, adding yet another convenient and secure payment option to its suite of online services. TAJ Mobile facilitates tax payments online anytime, anywhere at no additional cost and no data charge. The mobile application solution provides a 24/7 hassle-free way to...

Information Technology (IT) Manager, Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), Andrew Evelyn, speaking at a JIS Think Tank.

5 years ago Commerce

CAC Encouraging Greater Use Of Its Mobile App

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is encouraging more Jamaicans to make use of its mobile application (app) in order to find the best prices for goods and services. The CAC Jamaica App, which was launched in December 2019, allows consumers to compare prices for products being sold across the island at businesses registered with the agency. Some 4,000 persons have...

Head of the Corporate Communications Unit (CCU), Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay (right), speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank. Also pictured is the Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Senior Superintendent of Police, Gary McKenzie.

5 years ago National Security and Peace

JCF Provides Home Safety Tips

With just three days left until Christmas, the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is providing some tips to keep householders and their families safe as they enjoy the festivities. Speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank, Head of the JCF’s Corporate Communications Unit (CCU), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay, said that persons must be vigilant in protecting their homes...