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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, speaks at a digital town hall meeting, hosted by the Ministry, on Thursday (May 28).

Municipal Corporations To Roll Out Disaster Risk Management Programme

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, says the island’s municipal corporations will be rolling out the first phase of their disaster risk mitigation programme in two weeks, for the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane season, which begins on...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, lays a floral tribute at the grave of former Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Edward Seaga, during a ceremony held on Thursday (May 28) at National Heroes Park in Kingston to mark the life and work of the late statesman. The fifth Prime Minister of Jamaica, Edward Seaga held the office for two successive terms from 1980 to 1989 and was leader of the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) from 1974 until his retirement in 2005. Mr. Seaga was elected Member of Parliament for Western Kingston in April, 1962 and held the seat for 40 consecutive years. Mr. Seaga died on his 89th birthday on May 28, 2019.

PHOTOS: Floral Tribute For Mr. Seaga

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, speaks at a virtual town hall on May 28 to address preparations for the Atlantic Hurricane Season as the country tackles the coronaviris (COVID-19).

Jamaica Ready For Hurricane Season – McKenzie

COVID-19 Recoveries Up to 49.9%

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, speaking during the sitting of the House of Representatives on May 27.

House Adopts Committee Report On Anti-Gang Legislation

Justice Minister, Hon. Delroy Chuck, speaks in the House of Representatives on May 27.

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Motion To Strengthen INDECOM Tabled In House

A Motion calling for legislative changes to the Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) Act, to strengthen the investigative capabilities of the organisation was tabled in the House of Representatives by Justice Minister, Hon. Delroy Chuck, on May 27. A Joint Select Committee of the Houses of Parliament reviewed and reported on the Act in October 2015. It recommended, in light...

Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) Director General, Dr. Wayne Henry (centre), speaks at a media briefing. Listening (from left) are Senior Director for the PIOJ’s Economic Planning, Research and Policy Logistics Division, James Stewart; and Programme Director for the Vision 2030 Jamaica Secretariat at the PIOJ, Peisha Bryan.

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Government Reviews Vision 2030 National Development Plan

The Government has commenced work to review and revise the requisite strategic actions for implementing the country’s long-term National Development Plan – Vision 2030 Jamaica – in light of the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The Plan aims to positon Jamaica to achieve developed country status, and in the process, make it the place of choice to live, work,...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addressing the United Nation’s

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PM Calls For Revamping Of Global Financial System To Focus On Most Vulnerable

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has called for the creation of a revamped system of global, financial and monetary governance that focuses on the most vulnerable groups in society. He was addressing the United Nations (UN) ‘Virtual High-Level Event on Financing for Development in the Era of COVID-19 and Beyond’ on Thursday (May 28). The Prime Minister co-convened...

Chief Executive Officer of the National Parenting Support Commission, Kaysia Kerr, addresses a JIS

6 years ago Coronavirus

NPSC Says Parents Taking Advantage Of Helplines

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Parenting Support Commission (NPSC), Kaysia Kerr, has indicated that several parents across the island have been taking advantage of the agency's helplines. The 36 helplines, which were launched on April 6, were put in place to assist with the psychosocial first aid of parents during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. They were implemented by...

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke, speaks in the House of Representatives, on Wednesday (May 27).

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House Gives More Time To Achieve Debt To GDP Target

The House of Representatives on Wednesday (May 27), approved amendments to the Financial Audit and Administration (FAA) Act to postpone Jamaica’s target of reducing debt to gross domestic product (GDP) to 60 per cent, by two years. The legislation will facilitate the extension of the timeline from March 31, 2026 to March 31, 2028. In his address, Minister of Finance...

Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) Director General, Dr. Wayne Henry.

6 years ago CoronavirusEconomic Growth & Infrastructure Development

January To March Quarter Impacted By COVID-19 And JISCO Closure

The Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) is reporting that the economy contracted by an estimated 1.7 per cent for the January to March 2020 quarter, relative to the corresponding period last year. The Institute says that the March 2020 quarter out-turn largely reflected implementation of measures to manage the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, which commenced in mid-March; and lower capacity utilisation...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (at podium), addresses a virtual meeting of the National Disaster Risk Management Council on Wednesday (May 27). Also pictured (at left) is Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, while at second left, is Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton.

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Gov’t Preparing Guidelines For Shelters, Emergency Operations

Special guidelines for shelters and emergency operations are being developed by the Government as it prepares for the upcoming hurricane season while concurrently managing the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This was disclosed by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, who said the guidelines are being finalised by the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) and the Ministry of...