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Minister of National Security, Hon. Peter Bunting, makes a point during his presentation in the 2014/15 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 13.

Business Case for New Correctional Facility to be Completed in May

The business case for a new correctional facility is being prepared and will be completed by the end of May. This is included in a Ministry Paper that was tabled in the House of Representatives, on Tuesday, May 13, by...

Minister of National Security, Hon. Peter Bunting, making his contribution to the 2014/15 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 13.

Security Minister Emphasises Importance of Collaborations to Reduce Crime

Mr. Rennie Wellington of JR Group Ltd. shows the keys for one of the newly acquired buses, which he handed over to Minister of Transport, Works and Housing, Dr. the Hon. Omar Davies (second left), recently.

No Excuse By JUTC – Managing Director

Executive Director of the Caribbean Maritime Institute (CMI) and Chairman of the Education and Training Committee of the Jamaica Logistics Hub, Dr. Fritz Pinnock, addressing the general session of the Jamaica Employers’ Federation (JEF) 32nd Annual Business and Workplace Convention, at the Sunset Jamaica Grand Resort and Spa, in Ocho Rios, on May 10. The convention was held from May 8 to 11 under the theme: 'Our agenda ...growth, development, partnership for prosperity'.

London Model Recommended For Logistics Hub

Minister with Responsibility for Information, Senator the Hon. Sandrea Falconer (centre), and Head, European Union (EU) Delegation in Jamaica, Ambassador Paola Amadei (right), cuddle the babies of two teenage mothers enrolled at the Women’s Centre of Jamaica Foundation’s (WCJF) Kingston centre, on Trafalgar Road, during their tour of the facility on Monday (May 12). Ambassador Amadei visited the centre to view operations there as part of the EU’s undertaking aimed at determining the extent of financial assistance which the organization can extend to the facility. The EU and Government of Jamaica are currently discussions in this regard. Also pictured is the Kingston centre’s manager, Beverly Martin Berry.

EU and GOJ Discuss Funding for Women’s Centre of Jamaica

Minister of Finance and Planning, Hon. Dr. Peter Phillips (right); in discussion with Head of the European Union (EU) Delegation to Jamaica, Her Excellency Paola Amadei, at a signing ceremony between Jamaica and the EU, for grant funding of $11.5 billion. The event took place at the Office of the Prime Minister on Europe Day celebrated around the world on May 9.

12 years ago Finance & Public Service

Jamaica to Seek More Opportunities in EU Markets

Jamaica is to push even harder to further penetrate the European Union (EU) markets, as it seeks to take full advantage of economic advancements in that trading bloc. “It (EU) represents a tremendous trading opportunity for Jamaica, which we hope to take increasing advantage of, as we complete our own economic reform agenda,” said Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr....

Deputy Financial Secretary in the Public Expenditure Policy Coordination Division, of the Ministry of Finance and Planning, Hope Blake gives her remarks at the opening ceremony for the training programme in procurement law and practice held at the Management Institute for National Development (MIND) on Old Hope Road today May 12.

12 years ago Finance & Public Service

MIND Conducts Procurement Training for Public Sector Personnel

Twenty-five procurement specialists and lawyers across the public sector are set to benefit from five days of training in procurement law and practice. The training is being held from May 12 to16 at the offices of the Management Institute for National Development (MIND), Old Hope Road. It is intended to equip procurement specialists and lawyers across the sector with invaluable...

Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Fenton Ferguson (at the podium), addresses function to mark International Nurses’ Day and the launch of National Nurses Week at the Knutsford Court Hotel in New Kingston, on May 12. Listening (from right) are: wife of the Governor-General, Her Excellency the Most Hon. Lady Allen; Deputy Chief Nursing Officer, Shirley Hibbert; Health Specialist, Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), Denese McFarlane; and Nurse Educator, University of Technology (UTech), Terry Campbell. International Nurses’ Day is celebrated annually on May 12, the anniversary of the founder of modern day nursing, Florence Nightingale’s birthday. The theme for 2014 is: ‘Nurses: A Force for Change – A vital resource for health’. Nurses Week, which was also launched, will be observed from July 13 to July 19.

12 years ago Health & Wellness

Minister Assures Health Professionals

Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Fenton Ferguson, says the relevant agencies are working assiduously to ensure that monies deducted from the salaries of health professionals are paid over to their respective financial institutions. The Minister gave the assurance during the launch of National Nurses Week, held at the Knutsford Court Hotel in New Kingston, on Monday, May 12. Recent reports...

Chief Technical Director with responsibility for Housing in the Ministry of Transport, Works and Housing, Mrs. Doreen Prendergast, giving details about the UN Conference on Human Settlements.

12 years ago Transport

Consultations for Habitat III

The Ministry of Transport, Works and Housing is embarking on a series of island-wide consultations from May 12 to 16, in preparation for a national report for the third United Nations Conference on Human Settlements (Habitat III). In addition to the one taking place at the UWI Western Campus at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 12, consultations will be held...

Jamaican High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Her Excellency Aloun
Ndombet-Assamba (right); with prize winner Shaun Elliot (second left); and his family as they celebrate Jamaica Day at the Jamaican High Commission in London on February 28. Mr. Elliot was one of the winners of the Jamaican Knowledge Quiz.

12 years ago Foreign Affairs

Jamaican High Commissioner Nominated for Youth Empowerment

London, UK: Jamaican High Commissioner HE Ms Aloun Ndombet-Assamba has been shortlisted out of 70 candidates this year for the 2nd Grassroot Diplomat Initiative Award. The award recognises UK- based politicians and diplomats who are representing the interests of the public at the highest level. The High Commissioner is nominated for her vast voluntary work in empowering the youth of Jamaica. With...

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Anthony Hylton (left) shares a light moment with Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Jamaica, His Excellency, Dong Xiaojun; and President of Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Diane Edwards, during JAMPRO’s 25th anniversary ‘business mixer’ held on Wednesday, May 8 at its head offices in Kingston.

12 years ago Commerce

JAMPRO Launches Global Business Connect

Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) has created an avenue to increase its reach and response time to the global business community with the launch of its interactive web-based platform: ‘Global Business Connect’. The site, which can be accessed at www.jaglobalbusinessconnect.com facilitates interactive forums and blogs; webinars and live discussions among the business community of investors, exporters, buyers, distributors, the Jamaican Diaspora,...

Minister of Education, Hon. Rev. Ronald Thwaites (right); greets Head of the Conference of the Parties Convention Secretariat at the World Health Organization (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, Dr. Haik Nikogosian (left); while Director, Emergency, Disaster Management and Special Services, at the Ministry of Health, Dr. Marion Bullock DuCasse (centre), looks on. Occasion was a public lecture at the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, in St. Andrew, on May 8.

12 years ago Health & Wellness

Jamaica Has Taken the Lead in Compliance with FCTC Obligations

Head of the Convention Secretariat of the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), Dr. Haik Nikogosian said although the progress overall with respect to implementing the FCTC has been slow over the years, Jamaica has taken the lead internationally as the present Tobacco Regulations are very strong. He commended the Minister of Health for his leadership in...