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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, speaks at a virtual press conference on Monday (August 24), where he gave an update on the coronavirus (COVID-19).

83 new confirmed cases of COVID-19

On Monday (August 24), 83 persons tested positive for the ccoronavirus (COVID-19). Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, gave an update regarding the number during a virtual press conference from Jamaica House, on Monday (August 24). “Yesterday (August 23),...

Golden Scale Awardees (front row, from left) Seiveright Dixon, Claudette Bryan and Fredrick Young, display their awards at the Lay Magistrates’ Association of Jamaica Annual Golden Scale Awards Banquet, held at the SeaGarden Beach Resort, Montego Bay, St. James, on August 22.

16 JPs honoured by the LMAJ

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TAJ adjusts business hours

Former Chairman of the Protection subcommittee of the National Task Force Against Trafficking in Persons (NATFATIP) and former minister at the Hope United Church, the late Rev. Dr. Margaret Fowler

NATFATIP to receive library collection on human trafficking

Chief Executive Officer at the Registrar General's Department (RGD) Charlton McFarlane.

RGD tightens health and safety protocols

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (right), speaking during a digital press briefing on Sunday (August 23) at the Ministry’s office in New Kingston. Beside him is Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dunstan Bryan.

6 years ago CoronavirusHealth & Wellness

Health Minister says Jamaica not losing the fight against COVID-19

Despite the recent spike in novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, is assuring the nation that Jamaica is not losing the fight against the disease. “The truth is we always strive to overcome challenges and we are resilient as a people and we always overcome. In this instance, [the Government is] committed...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (centre), speaking during a digital press conference at the Ministry’s offices in New Kingston on Sunday (August 23). From left are Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dunstan Bryan; and Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor-McKenzie.

6 years ago CoronavirusHealth & Wellness

Health Ministry to recruit 120 newly trained medical officers

The Ministry of Health and Wellness will be recruiting 120 newly trained medical officers to fill gaps created within the public health system by the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, among other challenges. Portfolio Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, made the disclosure during a virtual press conference at the Ministry’s offices in New Kingston on Sunday (August...

Custos Rotulorum for St. James, Bishop the Hon. Conrad Pitkin, addressing attendees during his annual back-to-school treat, which was held at the Faith Temple Assemblies of God Church in Montego Bay on August 21.

6 years ago Education

St. James Custos hosts 90 children at annual back-to-school treat

Ninety children from across St. James were hosted at the annual back-to-school treat organised by Custos Rotulorum for the parish, Bishop the Hon. Conrad Pitkin, at the Faith Temple Assemblies of God Church in Montego Bay on August 21. Seventy of the youngsters are former students of seven primary schools in the parish and will be attending high school when...

Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Karl Samuda, addresses the recently held Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) 56th annual conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James.

6 years ago Education

Private-school teachers to receive assistance

Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Karl Samuda, says the Government is moving to safeguard the welfare of private-school teachers who have been affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak across the island. This will see private-school teachers receiving a one-off payment of $40,000 each, while support staff will receive $10,000 each. Speaking recently at the Jamaica Teachers’ Association’s 56th...

6 years ago Weather and Climate Change

Laura continues to move just offshore the southern coast of Cuba…Flash Flood Warning in effect for all parishes

The Meteorological Service has: Continued the Flash Flood Warning for low-lying and flood-prone areas of Westmoreland, Hanover, St. James, Trelawny, St. Ann, St. Mary, Portland, St. Thomas, Kingston and St. Andrew. Upgraded the Flash Flood Watch to a Flash Flood Warning for low lying and flood prone areas of all other parishes. Effective until 8:00 p.m. today. . At 4:00...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (centre) gives an update on coronavirus (COVID-19) cases during a virtual press conference, held at the offices of the Ministry, in New Kingston, on Sunday (August 23). Seated beside him are Permanent Secretary, Dunstan Bryan and Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor McKenzie.

6 years ago CoronavirusHealth & Wellness

Jamaica records 116 confirmed COVID-19 cases

Jamaica recorded its highest number of confirmed Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases for a day, with 116 persons testing positive as at Sunday (August 23). The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Jamaica is now 1,529. The newly confirmed cases are 68 females and 48 males, with ages ranging from 17 to 85 years. Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the...

6 years ago Finance & Public Service

Kingston Revenue Service Centre to reopen

Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) wishes to advise the public that its Kingston Revenue Service Centre at King Street will reopen for regular business on Monday August 24, 2020. The Corporate Head Office at East Street will however remain closed on Monday August 24, 2020 due to the unforeseen rescheduling of the Ministry of Health and Wellness supervised deep cleaning and...