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Deputy Chief Inspector at the National Education Inspectorate, Bronty Liverpool-Williams, addresses a recent JIS Think Tank.

National Education Inspectorate Conducting Second Cycle Assessments

The National Education Inspectorate (NEI) is conducting its second cycle of school inspections. A total of 791 primary institutions and 162 at the secondary level are being assessed. Addressing a recent JIS Think Tank, Deputy Chief Inspector at the NEI,...

Jamaica National (JN) Foundation iLead School Improvement Coach, Esther Tyson (left), provides details about the programme, during a JIS Think Tank. Looking on are Director of Education Programmes at JN Foundation, Dr. Renee Rattary (centre); and Deputy Chief Inspector at the National Education Inspectorate, Bronty Liverpool-Williams.

Schools See Improvement Under JN iLead Programme

Minister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague, addressing the press launch of Jamaica Pray, held on July 26, at the Guardian Life Building, in New Kingston, St. Andrew. The event, set for July 31 in Half-Way Tree, is the Christian community’s approach to seek divine intervention as it relates to crime and violence.

Citizens Urged to Take Part in Jamaica Pray

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Shahine Robinson.

Independence Day to be Observed on Saturday as Scheduled

Minister of Health, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, offers words of comfort to a patient at the Black River Hospital, during a recent tour of the facility.

Public-Private Partnership for Distribution of Prescription Drugs

CEO of the Jamaica Customs Agency and Commissioner of Customs, Major (Ret’d) Richard Reese, addressing a meeting of the Kiwanis Club of downtown Kingston at the Hotel Four Seasons on Monday, July 25. (File photo)

10 years ago Finance & Public ServiceTransport

Jamaica Customs Agency Moves to Further Boost Revenue Collection

Commissioner of Customs, Major (Ret’d) Richard Reese, says the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) is redoubling its efforts to improve revenue collection by implementing targeted strategies. These, he says, include revamping the JCA’s operations and boosting manpower to better position the agency to work with clients in achieving improved compliance. The JCA’s Chief Executive Officer was addressing a Kiwanis Club of...

Manager of Earl’s Fashions and Tailoring, Earl Williams (third left), makes a point at the first Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) ‘Link Up and Labrish’ discussion forum, held on July 20 in Montego Bay. Others (from left) are Festival Fashion Consultant and moderator, Weston Haughton; Fashion Designer, Andrea Lindo; Chief Executive Officer of Open Air Media and Promotion, Jackie Norman; Managing Artistic Director of Mahogany Entertainment Network, Brent Maxwell; and Manager of Showjam Promotions Company Limited, Patrick Alex Foster.

10 years ago CultureEntertainmentJIS Think Tank

JCDC Stages ‘Link Up and Labrish’ Discussion Fora

The Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) will stage its second in a series of ‘Link Up and Labrish’ discussion fora on July 27. The forum, under the theme ‘Feeling Alright at 54: Transforming Lives through Sports’ will be held at the Excelsior Community College Lecture Theatre, 137 Mountain View Avenue, Kingston, commencing at 6:00 p. m. Director of Public...

Members of the Jamaican armed forces stand at attention while raising the National Flag at a Grand Gala event at the National Stadium in Kingston.

10 years ago Culture

Guidelines on Use of the Jamaican Flag

As the celebrations for Jamaica’s 54th anniversary of Independence draw near, Jamaicans are being reminded to adhere to the guidelines and rules governing the National Flag. It came into use on Independence Day, August 6, 1962 and signifies the birth of the nation, so it should be respected and regarded as a sacred emblem of the country. Guidelines taken from...

10 years ago National Security and PeaceTechnologyTransport

Jamaica Customs to Launch Electronic Window

The Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) is to launch a Trade Single Electronic Window, which will allow customers to apply and pay for permits and licences electronically. Commissioner of Customs, Major (Ret’d) Richard Reese, said the system will facilitate the processing and electronic transfer of applications to the agency. Major Reese, who was addressing a meeting of the Kiwanis Club of...

Prime Minister, the Most Honourable
Andrew Michael Holness, ON, PC, MP

10 years ago Prime Minister

Toll-Free Line for Jamaica House Fellowship

A toll-free number has been established for persons needing information on the Jamaica House Fellowship Programme. The number 1-888-429-5JHF (543), will be in operation on Mondays to Thursdays 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and Fridays 8:30 am to 4:00pm. Acting Chief Technical Director in the Office of the Prime Minister Mrs. Jacqueline Lynch-Stewart is encouraging individuals to call if they...

Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA), Major (Ret’d) Richard Reese (right), is presented with a gift by President of the Kiwanis Club of downtown Kingston, Hugh Meredith, during the service organisation’s meeting at Hotel Four Seasons on Monday, July 25. Major Reese, who is also the Commissioner of Customs, was the guest speaker.

10 years ago Transport

JCA Reports Significant ASYCUDA Stakeholder Compliance

Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA), Major (Ret’d) Richard Reese, is reporting significant stakeholder compliance with the Automated System for Customs Data (ASYCUDA) World since its full implementation in April. ASYCUDA is a web-based system designed to transform the JCA to a paperless operation through the use of electronic documents. Major Reese, who is the Commissioner of...

(Right) Coordinator for the Science and Technology Education Unit at the Scientific Research Council (SRC), Amanda McKenzie is pictured here with students from the SRC’s Science and Technology at a previous Summer Camp, during their field trip to Hollywell.

10 years ago Technology

SRC Stages Summer Camp for Primary-School Students

Scores of students from Corporate Area primary schools are benefiting from a two-week science and technology summer camp being held at the Parade Gardens STEM Centre, downtown Kingston. The July 25 to August 5 non-residential camp, under the theme ‘Living in our Environment’, is being staged by the Scientific Research Council (SRC) in collaboration with the Grace and Staff Community...