Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government remains committed to continue delivering on policies conducive to youth empowerment, where young people can self-actualise and achieve their dreams like never before. Speaking to a group of young people at the Almond Tree Hotel and Restaurant in Ocho Rios, following a tour of sections of St. Ann on June...

Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett believes the push to reimagine Caribbean Tourism is key to ensuring the resilience of the industry. Speaking at the Council of Ministers during the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) Caribbean Week in New York on Tuesday June 18, Minister Bartlett expressed his support for implementing changes that will benefit the region. “Tourism remains the lifeblood...

Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett has welcomed news that United Airlines increased its total flights to Jamaica by over 50% since 2019. The disclosure was made during a meeting with the Airline’s top brass and the Minister and his Senior Executives at United’s World Headquarters last week. United Airlines is a major American airline headquartered at the Willis Tower...

Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Minister, Hon. Daryl Vaz, says irresponsible use of the roadways by some motorists has created an unsafe environment for other road users. Addressing the Ministry’s June 18 press conference at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) offices in New Kingston, Mr. Vaz described the spate of road fatalities as “a national emergency”. Providing year-to-date figures,...

Motorists are being reminded that they should adhere to the traffic lights that govern intersections. Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Gary McKenzie, explained that the amber light is often misinterpreted by drivers. Mr. McKenzie gave clarity while speaking on the Police Civilian Oversight Authority (PCOA) podcast, ‘Pon Di Corner’, recently....

Education and Youth Minister, Hon. Fayval Williams (right, standing), assists students to navigate the new laptop computers donated to the Bethabara Primary School by e- Learning Jamaica Company Limited. Observing (from left) are Principal of Bethabara Primary School, Cecil Hamilton; and Chief Executive Officer, E-Learning Jamaica Company Limited, Andrew Lee. The official handover ceremony was held on June 21 at...

Prime Minister the Most Hon. Andrew Holness says that bad behaviour by parents visiting any of the island’s schools should not be tolerated, as it sets a poor example for students. Mr. Holness was addressing pupils and faculty at the Exchange All- Age School in Ocho Rios, St. Ann during a visit to the institution on Friday (June 21). “The...

A comparison of students’ performance in the 2024 Primary Exit Profile (PEP), with pre and post COVID-19 results, is showing overall improvement across all subject areas in the proficient and highly proficient categories. This year’s results were compared to 2023 and 2019, when the last full sittings of the assessment were held. Only the Ability Test was administered in 2022....

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, is encouraging companies to embrace the use of technology across sectors for increased productivity, to meet international demand and drive Jamaica’s global competitiveness. “The use of smart technology helps to streamline processes, automate tasks and optimise resource allocation across industries, such as manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare and logistics,” he said....