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The late former Deputy Prime Minister, Ambassador Seymour Mullings, who died on October 9, at the age of 82.

Official Funeral for Seymour Mullings

The Government of Jamaica will accord an Official Funeral to the late former Deputy Prime Minister and Cabinet Minister, the Hon. Seymour Mullings, OJ. The funeral service for the former Parliamentarian will take place at the St. Matthew’s Anglican Church,...

Minister of State in the Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining (STEM), Hon. Julian Robinson (right) is greeted by South Korea’s Vice Minister for Science, Information Communication Technology (ICT) and Future Planning, LEE Sang-Mok (left), ahead of a meeting to discuss issues related to cyber security and how the South Korean Government could assist in training and capacity building for Jamaican personnel. The State Minister is in South Korea for the ‘Seoul Conference on Cyberspace 2013,’ from October 16 to 18.

Gov’t Seeks Assistance from South Korea in Strengthening Cyber Security

Teacher of Agriculture at the St. Ann based Claremont All Age School, Kay-Ann Lawson, whose life changed when she met the late former Deputy Prime Minister, Seymour Mullings, in the late 1990s.

Former Deputy Prime Minister’s Kindness Changed a Student’s Life

Outstanding Son of Jamaica: Former Mayor of Portmore, George Lee

Former Deputy Prime Minister’s Kindness Changed a Student’s Life

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier (right), converses with President, Jamaica Manufacturers’ Association (JMA), Brian Pengelley during a breakfast meeting today (Oct. 16), at the Knutsford Court Hotel in New Kingston. The meeting was organised by the Ministry in collaboration with the JMA, and sought to increase awareness at the highest corporate level, about occupational safety and health issues, and the need to reduce levels of stigma and discrimination in the food service industry.

13 years ago Labour

Plans on Track for Implementation of Occupational Safety and Health Act by March 2014

Plans remain on track for enactment of the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act within this legislative year, says Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier. “The Justice Ministry recently gave indication that steps are being taken to finalise the drafting of the OSH Bill by month-end. This means that the target for enacting this legislation within this...

Minister of Tourism, the Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill.

13 years ago Tourism

Government Takes Action to Regulate Jet Ski Operations

The Government is taking action to regulate jet ski operations, which should result in a reduction of jet skiing accidents at marine recreational areas, and a clamp down on illegal commercial operators. Minister of Tourism and Entertainment, Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill, announced in the House of Representatives on Tuesday, October 15, that Cabinet has approved a six-month suspension on the...

High Commissioner to the United Kingdom (UK), Her Excellency Aloun Ndombet-Assamba, signs the book of condolence for the late former Deputy Prime Minister and Ambassador to the United States of America (USA), Hon. Seymour Mullings, which opened on Monday, October 14, at the High Commission in London. The book will remain open until Friday, October18. Ambassador Mullings served for 26 years as a member of the House of Representatives, and was also a Finance Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of Health, Minister of Local Government, and Minister of Agriculture. He died on October 9 at the age of 82.

13 years ago Community

Members of the House Pay Tribute to Ambassador Mullings

Members of the House of Representatives, on Tuesday, October 15 paid glowing tributes to the late former Deputy Prime Minister, Cabinet Minister, and Ambassador to Washington, Mr. Seymour Mullings, describing him as a patriot and selfless, who was dedicated to the advancement of his constituents, and the country as a whole. In her contribution, Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia...

Financial Secretary, Ministry of Finance and Planning, Devon Rowe, addresses the Audit Commission’s annual conference today (Oct.15), at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston under the theme: ‘Recalibrating Your Audit Committee: Performance at the Next Level’. Listening are: Audit Commission Chairman, Leighton McKnight (left, seated); and National Integrity Action (NIA) Executive Director, Professor Trevor Munroe.

13 years ago Finance & Public Service

Audit Committees Urged to Adhere to Governance Framework

Financial Secretary, Ministry of Finance and Planning, Devon Rowe, is urging strict adherence by the government’s Audit Commission and its affiliated committees to the principles of accountability, probity, and transparency. This, to ensure that state agencies and entities conform to the governance framework legislated for their operations. Mr. Rowe contended that having a “robust” monitoring and governance mechanism is necessary...

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton, speaking at a post Canada mission press briefing, held today (October 15) at the Ministry’s New Kingston Offices.

13 years ago Commerce

Canada Shows Keen Interest in Logistics Hub Project

Jamaica and Canada could benefit from increased trade opportunities through the Global Logistics Hub initiative, says Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton. The Minister was giving an update on his Ministerial mission to Canada from October 1to10 at a press briefing on Tuesday, October 15, at his New Kingston offices. He informed that significant interest was expressed...

Minister of Youth and Culture, Hon. Lisa Hanna (centre), and Chef, Brian Lumley (right), listen keenly to a point being made by Entrepreneur, Keneea Linton-George, during the launch of Youth Month 2013 on October 14 at 689 by Brian Lumley in New Kingston.

13 years ago Culture

Hundreds of Young People to Benefit from Employment and Training

Hundreds of young people are set to benefit from training and employment opportunities over the course of the next few months, as part of activities for Youth Month 2013. The event, which is being coordinated by the Ministry of Youth and Culture, through its various agencies, will be celebrated from November 1 to December 1 under the theme: ‘Reset di...

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton, makes a point during his presentation at a post Canada mission press briefing, held today (October 15) at the Ministry’s New Kingston Offices.

13 years ago Commerce

Conference on Logistics Hub Initiative November 12

A one-day conference on the Logistics Hub initiative will be held at the Jamaica Conference Centre, in downtown Kingston, on November 12. This was disclosed by Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton, at a post Canada mission press briefing, held on Tuesday, October 15, at the Ministry’s New Kingston offices. The Minister pointed out that the conference...