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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, addresses the launch of the Problem Management Plus (PM+) initiative on Tuesday (March 14), at the Spanish Court Hotel in New Kingston.
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, addresses the launch of the Problem Management Plus (PM+) initiative on Tuesday (March 14), at the Spanish Court Hotel in New Kingston.

Ministry Boosts Community Mental Health Support

Persons experiencing stress, anxiety and other mental health challenges now have another avenue to access support within their communities through the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Problem Management Plus (PM+). The programme engages faith-based and community leaders to assist people...
Chief Executive Officer of the Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), Dolsie Allen, outlines the year-to-date achievement of the Commission for the 2022/2023 financial year.
Chief Executive Officer of the Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), Dolsie Allen, outlines the year-to-date achievement of the Commission for the 2022/2023 financial year.

CAC Secures Over $36 Million for Aggrieved Consumers
Finance and the Public Service Minister, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke (left), speaks with Prime Minister, the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness, during the sitting of the House of Representatives on March 14.
Finance and the Public Service Minister, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke (left), speaks with Prime Minister, the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness, during the sitting of the House of Representatives on March 14.

PHOTOS: Sitting of the House of Representatives
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., addresses a ‘Coffee Farmers’ Trade Day’ Expo at the University of Technology (UTech), on March 14.
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., addresses a ‘Coffee Farmers’ Trade Day’ Expo at the University of Technology (UTech), on March 14.

Farmers Encouraged to Embrace Innovation
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (right), enjoys a sample of coffee cane juice during his visit to a display area set up by the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) at a ‘Coffee Farmers’ Trade Day’ expo. The expo was held inside the Alfred Sangster Auditorium at the University of Technology (UTech), on March 14.
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (right), enjoys a sample of coffee cane juice during his visit to a display area set up by the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) at a ‘Coffee Farmers’ Trade Day’ expo. The expo was held inside the Alfred Sangster Auditorium at the University of Technology (UTech), on March 14.

Increase in Coffee Production

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Minister of State in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn (left), receives sanitisation and personal protective equipment from representatives of the Jamaica Red Cross. From left are Director General, Yvonne Clarke; President, Allasandra Chung and Past President, Dr. Carole Powell. With them is Programme Manager, Jamaica Country Cluster, International Federation of the Red Cross/Crescent Societies (IFRC), Cheryl Lewis.
Health & Wellness

Health Ministry Receives Essential Supplies from Jamaica Red Cross

The Ministry of Health and Wellness has received sanitisation and personal protective equipment, valued more than $8.6 million, from the Jamaica Red Cross. The items include 16 sanitiser stations for distribution across the regional health authorities, more than 13,000 surgical gowns, and 6,000 face shields along with facial masks. The provision was facilitated through the International Federation of the Red...
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Mayor of Kingston, Senator Councillor Delroy Williams, addresses the monthly meeting the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation, in downtown Kingston, today (March 14).
Local Government

Project to Transform Downtown Kingston Expanded

The Kulture Key project is being expanded to continue the transformation of downtown Kingston into a cultural district. The project highlights the country’s iconic musical heritage, among other things. Addressing the monthly meeting of the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) in downtown Kingston, today (March 14), Mayor of Kingston, Senator Councillor Delroy Williams, said the expansion work will...
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Principal Director for the Fisheries Compliance Licensing and Statistics Division of the National Fisheries Authority (NFA), Dr. Zahra Oliphant, speaks at a JIS ‘Think Tank’, today (March 14).
FisheriesTechnology

NFA to Launch New Online Fisheries Licensing System

The National Fisheries Authority (NFA) will be launching its long-awaited online licensing and registration system in December of this year. Once persons are fishing, a licence is needed for both the individuals and the vessels. The requirement for a licence to fish excludes persons fishing from the seashore or riverbank using a single line. Addressing a JIS ‘Think Tank’, today...
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Managing Director, Water Resources Authority (WRA), Peter Clarke, addressing a recent press briefing hosted by Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, at his Hagley Park Road offices in Kingston.
Water

Citizen Action Urged to Prevent Bushfires and Preserve Water Resources

The Water Resources Authority (WRA) is imploring increased vigilance in preventing bushfires to safeguard the country’s water resources. Managing Director of the entity, Peter Clarke, said citizen action is “critically important”, particularly given the current drought conditions. He noted that bushfires have an adverse impact on the island’s watersheds, causing “crippling, long-term, adverse impact on water supply,” which affects the...
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Chief Executive Officer, Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), Dolsie Allen (right), outlines the importance of including children in the process when doing a budget, during a recent JIS ‘Think Tank’ in Kingston. Listening is Communications Director at the CAC, Latoya Halstead.
Youth

Parents Encouraged to Include Children in Budget Planning

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is encouraging parents/guardians to include children in the process when planning a budget. Speaking at a recent JIS ‘Think Tank’, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), CAC, Dolsie Allen, said that getting children involved will ensure they become aware of the family’s financial situation. “When they are part of the process, and they own the process, they...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Alando Terrelonge (right), engages with students attending the Jamaica Day celebration, held recently at the Dinthill Technical High School in St. Catherine.
Youth

Youth Urged to Focus on Creating Legacies

The country’s youth are being urged to follow the example of the ancestors in creating legacies that future generations can inherit. Minister of State in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, made the call as he addressed the recent Jamaica Day celebration at the Dinthill Technical High School in St. Catherine under the theme 'Celebrating...
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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (left) and Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (second left), engage with students at the Watermount Primary and Infant School in St. Catherine, during the recent commissioning of the Watermount Water Supply System in the parish.
Water

Consumers Urged to be Vigilant When Sourcing Water

The Ministry of Health and Wellness is urging members of the public to exercise caution when sourcing and using water distributed by private trucking companies for domestic purposes, to avoid potential health risks. In times of severe water restrictions due to drought or unscheduled disruptions, water may be trucked to affected communities via the National Water Commission (NWC) and the...
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