More community groups will benefit from free training in agro-processing as the Scientific Research Council (SRC) seeks to empower more Jamaicans to create sustainable livelihoods from local materials. A series of workshops are being offered in several areas, including natural juice processing, sauces, seasons, and personal care products such as bar soaps and bodywash. Community Development Coordinator, Yanique Rodgers, told...

The Seville Heritage Park in St. Ann has undergone extensive renovations totalling $23 million to further preserve and showcase the site’s rich history. Spearheaded by the Tourism Product Development Company Limited (TPDCo) in partnership with the Jamaica National Heritage Trust (JNHT), the Seville Heritage Park Enhancement Project included repairs to the roof of the greathouse, electrical upgrades, park fencing, lighting,...

The Bustamante Hospital for Children (BHC) is now equipped with two critical pieces of equipment to enhance the precision of surgical procedures, while facilitating training for residents in paediatric surgery. The C-Arm and laparoscopy machines, donated by the Culture, Health, Arts, Science and Education (CHASE) Fund at a cost of $46 million, were handed over by the entity’s Chief Executive...

The Betting Gaming and Lotteries Commission (BGLC) is advising the public that its office, located at 78cef Hagley Park Road, Kingston 10, will be closed on Friday, December 15 to facilitate a staff event. Regular operations will resume on Monday, December 18, at 8:30 a.m. The BGLC apologises for any inconvenience resulting from the closure. The BGLC is the regulator...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda, is expected to make a ministerial statement this week on Jamaica’s participation in the 28th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP28). The announcement was made by Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with Responsibility for Information, Hon....

The House of Representatives, on Tuesday (December 12), commenced the debate on the amendments to the Domestic Violence Act. Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, said the Act, along with others, was the subject of review by a Joint Select Committee. The Committee recommended a comprehensive review of the Act to update it to current realities...

The Ministry of Education and Youth has introduced a behaviour change support model for students, aimed at ensuring that their basic and mental health, safety, security, and behavioural and nutritional needs are met. Rollout of the Behaviour Change Support Services for Students in primary and secondary schools will begin in the new school term in January 2024. In secondary schools,...