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Minister of National Security, Hon. Peter Bunting (left), in discussion with President of the Realtors Association of Jamaica, Carlene Sinclair, before his address to realtors and other industry stakeholders at the Association's annual general meeting, held at the New Kingston conference Centre on Thursday, September 25.

Portland Has Lowest Murder Rate

Portland is the country’s safest parish, with the lowest murder rate at 10 per 100,000 population, the latest crime statistics have revealed. The figures, for the period January 1 to September 20, were announced by National Security Minister, Hon. Peter...

Minister of State, Hon. Sharon Ffolkes-Abrahams (left), addresses the audience at the launch of the Excelsior Guava Cheese sandwich biscuit at Mandela Park, Half-Way-Tree on Friday, September 26.

Industry State Minister Lauds JAMBISCO

Minister of Health, the Hon. Dr. Fenton Ferguson. (FILE)

Dr. Fenton Ferguson Address to the Nation Sunday, September 28, 2014

Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Phillip Paulwell (second left); Civil Servant of the Year 2013-14, Enthrose Campbell (left); Senior Corporate Relations Manager, Digicel, Trisha Williams-Singh (second right) cut the ribbon symbolising the official opening of the Internet cafe at the Treadways Gospel Assembly during a ceremony September 28 at the church’s premises in Treadways, St. Catherine. Looking on is Pastor at the church, Elder Courtney Lyn. The Treadways Internet café is one of the four projects undertaken by Ms. Campbell, and is supported by Digicel which donated the computers, desks and chairs for the facility. The café is equipped with two desktop computers, two laptop computers, a multipurpose printer and wall posters.

$12 Billion Collected From Universal Service Fund

Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Stephen Vasciannie. FILE

Jamaica Continues to Safeguard the Rights of Asylum-Seekers

Minister of Youth & Culture, the Hon. Lisa Hanna.

12 years ago Education

Educators Urged to Remain Alert for Signs of Child Abuse

Minister of Youth and Culture, Hon. Lisa Hanna, is appealing to educators to continue to familiarise themselves with the signs of abuse in children, particularly sexual abuse, so that suspected cases can be reported to the relevant authorities. “I recognise the awesome responsibility that you have in not only teaching those vital subjects that are part of the curriculum, but...

Director of Taxation Policy in the Ministry of Finance and Planning, Ian Scarlett, explains Government’s Economic Reform Programme to residents of St. Elizabeth, at a Town Hall meeting held on Wednesday (Sept. 24), at the new public park in Black River.

12 years ago AgricultureTourism

Tourism-Agriculture Link To Create Jobs

The Government is targeting an employment boom from the strengthening of linkages between agriculture and tourism. Director of Taxation Policy in the Ministry of Finance and Planning, Ian Scarlett, said that Government is looking to capitalise on the continued growth in the agriculture sector by creating ready and secured markets for agricultural products to the hospitality sector. This, he said,...

Minister of Justice, Senator the Hon. Mark Golding. (FILE)

12 years ago ParliamentSenate

Senate Passes General Consumption Tax (Amendment) Act

The General Consumption Tax (Amendment) Act was passed in the Senate on Friday, September 26. The legislation introduces a series of adjustments, which aim to facilitate the operation of businesses as well as achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness in the system of tax collection, and also widen the tax net. Opening the debate on the Bill, Minister of Justice, Senator...

Minister of Finance and Planning, Hon. Dr. Peter Phillips. (FILE)

12 years ago Finance & Public Service

Passing IMF Tests Creates Economic Stability – Dr. Phillips

Finance and Planning Minister, Hon. Dr. Peter Phillips, says that passing the International Monetary Fund (IMF) tests creates stability in the Jamaican economy. Passing the tests means that Jamaica is meeting its targets in instituting key economic reforms, enabling the country to drawdown on funds to promote growth and employment. Dr. Phillips, who was speaking in an interview with JIS...

Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, Dr. Kevin Harvey, is dispelling rumours of a suspected case of Ebola.

12 years ago Health & Wellness

Health Ministry Dispels Ebola Rumours

The Ministry of Health is dispelling rumours of a suspected case of the deadly Ebola virus in the island. Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dr. Kevin Harvey, said no suspected case of the disease is being investigated. “We are not investigating a suspected case and we have no reason to consider that anyone in the country at this time...

Mayor of Kingston, Senator Councillor Angela Brown Burke addressing today’s (December 10) Kingston and St. Andrew Corporation (KSAC) Council meeting, at its Church Street chambers, in downtown Kingston. Mrs. Brown Burke outlined plans for a Downtown shopping spree to be held on December 18.

12 years ago Local Government

KSAC Seeks to Regulate Feeding of the Homeless

The Kingston and St. Andrew Corporation (KSAC) is refuting reports that it has placed a ban on the feeding of homeless persons on the streets, as it is only seeking to regularize and coordinate the work of the groups that have caring programmes for these persons. According to Mayor of Kingston, Senator Angela Brown Burke, the KSAC recently met with...

12 years ago Finance & Public Service

DBJ Providing Low Interest Loans for Key Sectors

Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in key sectors, are being encouraged to access low interest loans, provided by the Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ), to finance their operations. These loans are available for agriculture, agro-processing, renewable energy, and manufacturing. The loan funding can be accessed through approved financial institutions (AFIs) such as commercial banks, credit unions, and the National People's...