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

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

My fellow Jamaicans,   Since July, we have been battling an increase in the incidence of cases of fever with pain, among them individuals affected by the chikungunya virus. As a citizen of this country and the Minister of Health...
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.
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’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.
Minister of Youth & Culture, the Hon. Lisa Hanna.

Educators Urged to Remain Alert for Signs of Child Abuse
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.
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.

Tourism-Agriculture Link To Create Jobs

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Minister of Justice, Senator the Hon. Mark Golding. (FILE)
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...
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Minister of Finance and Planning, Hon. Dr. Peter Phillips. (FILE)
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...
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Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, Dr. Kevin Harvey, is dispelling rumours of a suspected case of Ebola.
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...
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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.
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...
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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 yesterday (Sept. 24), at the new public park in Black River.
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...
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Minister of Justice, Senator the Hon. Mark Golding (centre), shares a light moment with (from left): Chief Justice Hon. Zalia McCalla; Canadian High Commissioner, His Excellency Robert Ready; Senior Director for the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD), Dr. Gail Miller; and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Justice, Carol Palmer. Occasion was the Justice Undertakings for Social Transformation (JUST) programme partnership breakfast meeting, held yesterday (Sept. 24), at the Knutsford Court Hotel, New Kingston.
Justice

Canada Commits to Supporting Justice Reforms

Canadian High Commissioner, His Excellency Robert Ready, has pledged the continued commitment of the Canadian Government to Jamaica’s justice reform goals. He gave the commitment, while addressing the Justice Undertakings for Social Transformation (JUST) programme partnership breakfast meeting held yesterday (September 24) at Knutsford Court Hotel in New Kingston. The Canadian Government currently provides support to the Government of Jamaica...
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Jamaica’s Honorary Consul to Atlanta, Jewel Scott
Foreign AffairsHealth & Wellness

Over US$80 Million in Medical Supplies and Services from Atlanta-Montego Bay Health Mission

Jamaica’s honorary consul to Atlanta, Jewel Scott, has praised the Atlanta-Montego Bay Sister Cities Health Mission for providing over US$80 million in medical supplies and services, and treating more than 47,000 patients over the past 20 years. “Each year, your health mission team comes together and your members and supporters give selflessly to address the healthcare needs of Montego Bay. ...
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