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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton addresses journalists at the post sectoral debate press briefing, held at the Ministry’s New Kingston offices on May 22.

Cabinet to Receive Regulatory Framework Draft for Industrial Hemp

A draft of the proposed regulatory framework for industrial hemp will be submitted to Cabinet shortly. “This will pave the way for a viable chain to be developed around the hemp industry in Jamaica,” Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce,...

Minister of State in the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Colin Fagan (left) commends St. Elizabeth Parish Council for efforts in making St Elizabeth a disaster resilient parish. He was addressing the Disaster Preparedness Parish Forum hosted by the Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management Committee of the St Elizabeth Parish Council at the St Matthews Anglican Church Hall in Santa Cruz on Tuesday May 20. Social Development Commission field officer, Elizabeth Sanderson, is at right.

‘Bread Basket’ Parish Commended For Disaster Preparedness

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton, makes his presentation in the 2014/15 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives, on Wednesday, May 21.

Government to Host Logistics Hub Forum Targetting Overseas Investors

Work being carried out on the Association of Sports Cultural Clubs of Caribbean Port Authorities (ASCCCPA) Port Games Community project, the wash area of the St. James Infirmary.

Port Games Proceeds to Fund Refurbishing of St. James Infirmary

Governor-General, Sir Patrick Allen congratulates eminent academic and renowned poet, Professor Mervyn Morris, who was officially installed as Poet Laureate of Jamaica during an investiture ceremony at King’s House on May 22.

It’s Official for Poet Laureate Professor Mervyn Morris

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier, addressing a labour market reform forum at Emancipation Park, in New Kingston, on Wednesday , May 21. The event was part of activities to mark Workers Week 2014, and to discuss the impending flexi work legislation.

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Increased Productivity Strategy for Economic Growth – Labour Minister

Jamaicans are being urged to regard increased productivity as a strategy for economic recovery, expansion and creation of new enterprises, and creation of jobs. Speaking at a panel discussion on Labour Market Reform, held at Emancipation Park, in New Kingston, on Wednesday, May 21, Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier, said productivity is crucial for Jamaica to...

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton (left), in conversation with State Minister in the Ministry, Hon. Sharon Ffolkes Abrahams, before making a presentation in the 2014/15 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives, on May 21.

12 years ago CommerceSectoral Debate 2014/2015

Garmex Freezone to be Modified to Facilitate Logistics Activities

The Factories Corporation of Jamaica (FCJ) will spend $120 million this year to retrofit the Garmex Freezone located on Marcus Drive, in Kingston. Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton, says given its proximity to the port, the Garmex Freezone will be retrofitted into a world class industrial complex, to accommodate logistics and industrial clusters. The Minister made...

12 years ago CommerceParliamentSectoral Debate 2014/2015

Technology Coming to Reduce Internet Service Costs

The country is expected to save more than US$2 million per year, with the creation of the Jamaica Internet Exchange Point (IXP), scheduled for implementation by the end of July. An IXP allows local Internet service providers to exchange Internet traffic between their networks at a reduced cost. Making the disclosure on Wednesday, May 21, Minister of Industry, Investment and...

President of the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS), Senator Norman Grant (at podium), addresses a ceremony to officially launch Agrofest 2014 at the downtown Kingston offices of the JAS on May 22. Also pictured at the head table (from left) are: Parish Manager for Kingston and St. Andrew, Social Development Commission (SDC), Sandra Goulbourne; and Parish Manager for Kingston and St. Andrew, Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA), Stanford Laws.

12 years ago Agriculture

4-H Members in Schools to Take Part in Agrofest Competition

Members of 4-H clubs in 10 schools across Kingston and St. Andrew are expected to vie for the top prize in a debate competition, to be held as part of the 18th staging of Agrofest 2014. The agricultural and industrial show will be held on the grounds of Jamaica College in St. Andrew, on Saturday, May 31, from 8:00 a.m....

Leader of the Opposition, The Most Honourable
Portia Simpson Miller, O.N., M.P.

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Lafayette College Establishes Scholarship Fund to Mark PM’s Visit

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller left the island on Friday, May 23, for Pennsylvania, USA, where she will deliver the keynote address at the Lafayette College’s 179th Commencement Ceremony. Mrs. Simpson Miller will also receive an honorary Doctor of Public Service degree from the institution. Expressing delight at the decision of the Prime Minister to address the...

The Most Hon. Andrew Holness, ON., MP., Prime Minister

12 years ago CultureOpposition

2014 Labour Day Message from the Leader of the Opposition Mr. Andrew Holness, MP

Fellow Jamaicans: We celebrate Labour Day this year under the theme “'Take a stand... Beautify our Land'. This is an exhortation that has my full support. God has blessed Jamaica with a naturally beautiful physical environment. We are the stewards of this land. As we seek to build our society and economy, we sometimes neglect, sacrifice and even scar our...

12 years ago CommerceParliamentSectoral Debate 2014/2015

International Financial Services Centre Bill by September

Seven pieces of legislation have been drafted to facilitate the establishment of financial entities inside the proposed International Financial Services Centre. “All seven draft Bills, are now with the Office of the Chief Parliamentary Counsel, where priority is being given to four of the Bills, which we expect to table within the first half of this financial year,” Minister of...