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Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, converses with Director General of the National Commission on Science and Technology (NCST), Professor Errol Morrison, at the recent launch of Science and Technology Month at the Scientific Research Council (SRC) on October 26.

Big Money in Nutraceuticals

Director General at the National Commission on Science and Technology (NCST), Professor Errol Morrison, says development of nutraceuticals could become the economic saviour for Jamaica. He said ginger, marijuana and the ball moss offer significant potential for product research and...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right) and former Chief of Defence Staff, Major General Antony Anderson, exchange words as they focus on activities during a closing ceremony for Phase II of Exercise Tradewinds 2016, at the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) polo field at Up Park Camp on June 28. (File Photo)

Major General Anderson to be Appointed Jamaica’s First National Security Advisor Effective December 1, 2016

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Audley Shaw, emphasises a point while addressing the House of Representatives on November 1.

House Begins Debate on Bills to Facilitate Development of Horse-Racing Industry

Co-Chair of the Economic Programme Oversight Committee (EPOC), Richard Byles, addresses the media at a press briefing at Sagicor head office in Kingston, on November 10.

Jamaica Exceeds All Targets

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Shahine Robinson, delivering the keynote address at the PATH Top Achievers’ Awards ceremony, held at the Mona Visitors’ Lodge on November 9.

PATH Students Recognised for Academic Achievements

Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid, addresses a post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House on October 12.

9 years ago Environment

Cabinet Approves Contract for Rio Cobre Study

Cabinet has approved the award of a contract valued at US$427,000 to consulting engineering firm Stanley Consultants Inc., for the Rio Cobre Basin Water Resources Study. The study forms part of the Kingston Metropolitan Area (KMA) Water Supply Improvement programme and will be overseen by the National Water Commission (NWC). Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel...

In this file photo, Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague, has the attention of security guards from Hawkeye Limited, at a press conference at the Ministry’s head office on Oxford Road on November 8, 2016 to announce a self-contributory health-insurance scheme for security guards through Guardian Life.

9 years ago National Security and Peace

Self-Contributory Health-Insurance Scheme for Security Guards

Security guards are to benefit from a self-contributory health-insurance scheme provided through Guardian Life. Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague, who made the announcement at his Oxford Road offices yesterday (November 9), said that some 23,000 registered security guards stand to benefit from health coverage. It includes an individual plan for $997 per month, a family plan for $1,473...

Members of the St. Peter Claver Cub Scout Pack, bow their heads in prayer at the Scout Association of Jamaica National Founder’s Day church service held on Sunday, February 23, at the Faith Cathedral Deliverance Centre, 104 Waltham Park Road, Kingston 10. (File)

9 years ago Education

Education Minister Urges Participation in Day of Prayer in all Schools Nov. 11

The Ministry of Education, Youth and Information is inviting the participation of all relevant stakeholders in staging a National Day of Prayer on Friday, November 11, at all levels of the education system. Portfolio Minister, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid, says early-childhood, primary, secondary and tertiary-level institutions should hold a morning devotion between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m., and in...

Minister of Justice, Hon Delroy Chuck, addresses a workshop organised by the National Taskforce Against Trafficking in Persons, today (November 9), at The Knutsford Court Hotel, in New Kingston. It was held under the theme ‘Understanding Human Trafficking, Supporting Victims’. (FILE)

9 years ago Justice

No Ease in Fight Against Human Trafficking – Chuck

Minister of Justice, Hon Delroy Chuck, says despite gains by various agencies, there will be no ease in the fight against the trafficking of humans. According to the Minister, both the prosecution arm of the State and police investigators have been making strides to send the “right signal” to make the activity a thing of the past in Jamaica. “We...

Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid. (FILE)

9 years ago Education

Education Ministry Explores Wellness Programme for Teachers

The Ministry of Education, Youth and Information is looking to start a Staff Wellness Programme for teachers and school administrators, following preliminary discussions with the Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA). Portfolio Minister, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid, said the programme is being considered against the background of the recent sudden death of Spanish Town High teacher, Shanorayo Hemmings-Neil, as well as...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), greets Property and Fixed Asset Manager of the Agro-Investment Corporation of Jamaica, Rickman Edwards (right) following a board meeting at the agency’s Spanish Town Road office in Kingston on November 9. Looking on (from second left) are Chief Executive Officer, Courtney Cole and Chief Financial Officer, Kadiana Ramballi.

9 years ago AgriculturePrime Minister

PM Urges Agro Corporation to Focus on Increasing Investment

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has mandated the Agro-Investment Corporation of Jamaica (AIC) to focus on expanding the agriculture sector and creating an environment for investment. “There are some critical things that we have to look at such as how do we get investments for special zones for agriculture, including the development of agro-parks,” he said. “Also, getting...

Education, Youth and Information Minister, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid.

9 years ago Tourism

Cabinet Approves Plan to Boost Arrivals from Canada

Cabinet has given approval for the implementation of a rescue plan for the Canadian tourism market. The objective is to increase arrivals to the island from the North American country for the 2016/2017 winter season, which starts in December. Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid, said as part of the plan, Jamaica Vacations Limited (JAMVAC)...