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National Security Minister, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (left), and Commissioner of Police, Major General Antony Anderson, look at an e-ticket printer, during the handover of 3,000 sets of rugged handsets and printers at Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB) on Elletson Road in Kingston on December 19. At the podium (centre, background) is Senior Superintendent of Police, Stephanie Lindsay.

JCF Gets 3,000 E-Ticketing Handsets

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) e-Ticketing system has been bolstered with the handover of 3,000 sets of rugged handsets and printers by the Ministry of National Security. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, made the presentation on Tuesday (December 19)...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, delivers the keynote address during Tuesday’s (December 19) ceremony to break ground for the Kingston Two Apartments (K2) residential development in Bournemouth Gardens.

Prime Minister Holness Encourages Hard Work to Further Strengthen Jamaica’s Economy

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Consumption Taxes for November Due Friday December 29

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third left), participates in Tuesday’s (December 19) ground-breaking exercise for Sherbourne Limited’s $2.1-billion Kingston Two Apartments (K2) development in Bournemouth Gardens, Kingston. He is joined by (from left) Chief Executive Officer of BYD Construction, Richard Xin; Principal Director, Aerocon Construction/Island Homes, Richard Lake; Member of Parliament, Kingston East and Port Royal, Phillip Paulwell; Director, Sherbourne Limited, Michael Lake; and Chief Executive Officer, Lake Group, Lisa Lake, Kingston.

Ground Broken for $2.1-Billion Housing Development in Kingston

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third right), cuts the ribbon to hand over a three-bedroom house to Shaneil Francis (third left) in Casabanna, Clifton, St. Catherine on December 19. The house is the latest unit delivered under the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP). Sharing in the moment (from left) are Member of Parliament, St. Catherine Southern, Fitz Jackson; Chief Technical Director, Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Authrine Scarlett [partially hidden]; Member of Parliament for St. Catherine East Central, Hon. Alando Terrelonge; and Member of Parliament, St. Catherine South Eastern, Robert Miller.

Gov’t to Hand Over 300 Titles to Clifton Residents in February

Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Gary McKenzie, speaks at a recent JIS ‘Think Tank’.

2 years ago National Security and Peace

Police Caution Against Firecracker Use Without Permit

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is reminding the public that the use of fireworks (pyrotechnics) and firecrackers remains illegal in Jamaica without the necessary permit. Speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank, Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Gary McKenzie, pointed out that illegal fireworks can cause distress to residents and...

Acting Research and Planning Officer, Jamaica Fire Brigade, Jay Scott.

2 years ago Local Government

Exercise Caution as You Decorate for Christmas – JFB

As Jamaicans continue to decorate their homes for Christmas, the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) is urging citizens to take precautions to prevent fires. In a recent interview with JIS News, Acting Research and Planning Officer, JFB, Jay Scott, said that persons should ensure that Christmas lights are placed in the correct location. “A lot of persons are not aware that...

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (left), presents a backyard gardening kit to Corporate Area resident Arlene Nelson, at the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) St. Andrew Parish Office on Monday (December 18). The Ministry, in collaboration with RADA, is continuing the ‘Backyard Garden Kit’ initiative with the aim to assist residents in urban and peri-urban areas to grow vegetables and herbs in small spaces or their backyards.

2 years ago Agriculture

PHOTOS: Minister Green Hands Out Backyard Gardening Kits

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (left), presents a backyard gardening kit to Corporate Area resident Arlene Nelson, at the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) St. Andrew Parish Office on Monday (December 18). The Ministry, in collaboration with RADA, is continuing the ‘Backyard Garden Kit’ initiative with the aim to assist residents in urban and peri-urban areas...

Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Corporate Communications Unit, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay, speaks at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, on December 14.

2 years ago National Security and Peace

Business Owners Encouraged to Invest in Security Safeguards for Their Establishments

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is encouraging business operators to invest in security safeguards for their establishments. Head of the JCF’s Corporate Communications Unit (CCU), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay, recommends that particular consideration be given to incorporating armed guards and installing surveillance cameras. She was speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on December 14....

Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Gary McKenzie, speaking during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’.

2 years ago National Security and PeaceTransport

JCF Cautions Against the Illegal Use of Coloured Lights on Motor Vehicles

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is cautioning motorists against the illegal use of coloured lights on their motor vehicles this holiday season. Speaking during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’, Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Gary McKenzie, advised that the use of these lights, as detailed in the...

Close up of couple showing keys to their new home.

2 years ago Housing

NHT Increases Microfinance Loan Ceiling

Qualifying National Housing Trust (NHT) contributors can now access up to $1.95 million under the improved Housing Microfinance Loan programme. Assistant General Manager for Treasury Management, Lloy Palmer, made the disclosure while addressing the NHT’s housing webinar on December 17. Mrs. Palmer said the initiative aims to provide more financing options for low-income earners. Under the programme, only a maximum...

Director of Communications, Consumer Affairs Commission, Latoya Halstead, shares tips for consumers to follow during the Christmas season, while addressing a recent Think Tank at the JIS head office in Kingston. Listening is Senior Superintendent of Police and Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Corporate Communications Unit, Sephanie Lindsay,

2 years ago Cybersecurity

Citizens Urged to Use Social Media Responsibly

Jamaicans are being encouraged to use social media responsibly as they go about their business this festive season. “Don't put every bit of information on social media because you don't know if somebody is trying to track you down. Do not put your every move [online],” said Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Stephanie Lindsay. “You want to make sure that...