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Principal of the Real Estate Training Institute (RETI), Dr. Tina Beale.
Principal of the Real Estate Training Institute (RETI), Dr. Tina Beale.

RETI Looking to Extend Services to Wider Caribbean

The Real Estate Training Institute (RETI) is looking to extend its professional development services to other countries within the Caribbean. Principal of the RETI, Dr. Tina Beale, made the disclosure in an interview with JIS News. “We are acutely aware...
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivers the Throne Speech during the 2023/24 Ceremonial Opening of Parliament at Gordon House on Tuesday (February 14), under the theme ‘A Stronger Jamaica: Consolidating Our Recovery, Reigniting Our Decade of Growth’.
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivers the Throne Speech during the 2023/24 Ceremonial Opening of Parliament at Gordon House on Tuesday (February 14), under the theme ‘A Stronger Jamaica: Consolidating Our Recovery, Reigniting Our Decade of Growth’.

Multibillion-Dollar Road Development for Corporate Area
(FILE) Some of the 50 new garbage trucks that were officially handed over to the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, during a ceremony at National Heroes Park in Kingston, on November 30.
(FILE) Some of the 50 new garbage trucks that were officially handed over to the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, during a ceremony at National Heroes Park in Kingston, on November 30.

50 More Garbage Trucks to be Procured
Governor-General, His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivers the Throne Speech during the 2023/24 Ceremonial Opening of Parliament at Gordon House on Duke Street in downtown Kingston, on Tuesday (February 14).
Governor-General, His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivers the Throne Speech during the 2023/24 Ceremonial Opening of Parliament at Gordon House on Duke Street in downtown Kingston, on Tuesday (February 14).

Work in Progress to Complete Action Plan to Implement Diaspora Policy
Workers carrying out paving under the US$34-million runway extension at the Sangster International Airport (SIA) in St. James.
Workers carrying out paving under the US$34-million runway extension at the Sangster International Airport (SIA) in St. James.

Multimillion-Dollar Sangster Airport Runway Extension on Track for Completion This Year

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Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams (second right), listens as Chief Executive Officer of EducFocal Limited, Gordon Swaby (left), speaks to Territory Manager of INOVA Solutions, Jeroen Nederkoorn (second left) and Acting Chief Education Officer, Dr. Kasan Troupe (third right), at the launch of the Microsoft 365 Programmes for teachers and students, at Excelsior High School, today (February 14). At right is Principal of Excelsior High School, Deanroy Bromfield.
EducationTechnologyYouth

Microsoft Suite of Programmes for Teachers and Students

The Ministry of Education and Youth (MOEY) is committed to eliminating the digital gap. This was emphasised by Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams, at the launch of the Microsoft 365 suite of programmes for teachers and students, held at Excelsior High School in Kingston today (February 14). Mrs. Williams said the introduction of the Microsoft Office 365...
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Governor-General, His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivers the Throne Speech during the 2023/24 Ceremonial Opening of Parliament at Gordon House on Duke Street in downtown Kingston, on Tuesday (February 14).
AgricultureGovernor GeneralParliament

Increase in Agricultural Output

Agro-parks and production zones have recorded a 230 per cent increase in output for the 2022/23 fiscal year, compared to 2021/22. This was achieved following the Government’s provision of more than $1 billion to expand infrastructure and production in eight agro-parks and nine agro-economic Zones. Governor-General, His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, who made the announcement, highlighted the...
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Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivers the Throne Speech for the opening of the 2023/24 session of Parliament, on February 14 at Gordon House, under the theme ‘A Stronger Jamaica: Consolidating Our Recovery, Reigniting Our Decade of Growth’.
Governor GeneralTransport

Gov’t Bringing Order to Nation’s Roads – G-G

Implementation of the new Road Traffic Act and Regulations is a major step by the Government in bringing order to the nation’s roads, says Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen. “Too many lives are being lost on our roads due to bad driving practices. The purpose of the [legislative measures] is to ensure that persons in charge...
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Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivers the 2023/2024 Throne Speech in Parliament, today (February 14).
CultureEntertainmentGender Affairs

Insurance to be Provided for Practitioners in Entertainment, Cultural and Creative Industries

The Government has engaged an actuarial consulting firm to assist with the tender process to provide group, health and life insurance for registered practitioners in the entertainment, cultural and creative industries. Making the disclosure while delivering the 2023/2024 Throne Speech in Parliament, today (February 14), Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, said as a nation of innovative...
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Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (right), inspects the Guard of Honour mounted by members of the Jamaica Defence Force, at the 2023/24 ceremonial opening of Parliament, today (February 14). At right is Chief of Defence Staff, Jamaica Defence Force, Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss-Gorman.
Governor GeneralNational SecurityParliament

Critical Pieces of Crime-Fighting Legislation Prioritised

The Government is prioritising critical pieces of legislation to advance efforts towards improving public order and safety and reducing crime and violence. These include amendments to the Fingerprints Act and the Immigration Restriction (Commonwealth Citizens) Act and Aliens Act, Review of the Corrections Act, and amendments to the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) (to include Unexplained Wealth). Governor-General, His Excellency...
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