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Regional Director, Region 1, at the Human Employment and Resource Training/National Service Training Agency (HEART/NSTA) Trust, Charlene Mohan, speaks at a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’, at the agency’s head office in Kingston.
Regional Director, Region 1, at the Human Employment and Resource Training/National Service Training Agency (HEART/NSTA) Trust, Charlene Mohan, speaks at a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’, at the agency’s head office in Kingston.

Tourism Workers Receive Training and Certification Through HEART/NSTA Trust

Several workers in the tourism sector have received training and certification through the Human Employment and Resource Training/National Service Training Agency (HEART/NSTA) Trust, to enhance their skills and abilities. Speaking at a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at...
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda (at podium), addresses the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)/National Environment and Planning Agency knowledge-sharing workshop on marine plastic litter, held at Hotel Four Seasons on August 31.
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda (at podium), addresses the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)/National Environment and Planning Agency knowledge-sharing workshop on marine plastic litter, held at Hotel Four Seasons on August 31.

Greater Level of Protection for Certain Areas of the Environment
Managing Director of the Human Employment and Resource Training/National Service Training Agency (HEART/NSTA) Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton, speaking at a JIS ‘Think Tank’, recently.
Managing Director of the Human Employment and Resource Training/National Service Training Agency (HEART/NSTA) Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton, speaking at a JIS ‘Think Tank’, recently.

HEART/NSTA Extends Digital Literacy Programme to the Public
Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, speaks with journalists following a tour of the Cheswick community in St Thomas, on August 30. The community is next to benefit from a series of upgrades under the Rural Development Programme. Listening to the Minister (from left) are Member of Parliament, St. Thomas Eastern, Dr. Michelle Charles and Councillor for the Dalvey Division, Michael McLeod.
Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, speaks with journalists following a tour of the Cheswick community in St Thomas, on August 30. The community is next to benefit from a series of upgrades under the Rural Development Programme. Listening to the Minister (from left) are Member of Parliament, St. Thomas Eastern, Dr. Michelle Charles and Councillor for the Dalvey Division, Michael McLeod.

Development Work in Chambers Pen Well Advanced
Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (left), makes a point to Managing Director, Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF), Omar Sweeney, during a tour of Cheswick, St Thomas, on August 30. The community is next to benefit from the Rural Development Programme, spearheaded by the Ministry.
Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (left), makes a point to Managing Director, Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF), Omar Sweeney, during a tour of Cheswick, St Thomas, on August 30. The community is next to benefit from the Rural Development Programme, spearheaded by the Ministry.

Cheswick in St. Thomas to Benefit from Rural Development Programme

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Children and grandchildren of the late Keith and Phyllis Watson (from left) Chad Price (grandson); Dr Jacqui Watson (daughter); Richard Watson (son) with grandchildren Edgar and Ella; Kim Watson (daughter) and Marcus Salandy DeFour (grandson).
Health & Wellness

J$3.5M for the National Chest Hospital From RalRosa Foundation

The National Chest Hospital in Kingston is to benefit from a gift of J$3.5 million dollars from the RalRosa Foundation, for the purchase of much-needed medical equipment. President of Health Concepts International and Chair of the RalRosa Foundation’s fundraiser, which took place in June, Dr. Jacqui Watson, said the proceeds from the inaugural event will be handed over on Thursday...
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Hon. Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie.
Local Government

Minister Calls on Jamaicans to Care for the Homeless

Local Government and Rural Development Minister, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, is calling on Jamaicans to be more amicable towards homeless persons, and to desist from inciting violence against them. His appeal comes against the background of the recent killing of a homeless man, Lionel Johnson, in the Corporate Area. It has been reported that Mr. Johnson was set ablaze. “I can...
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Secretary at the Board of Supervision, Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development, Treka Lewis.
Local Government

Persons Encouraged to Use Drop-In Centres to Feed the Homeless

Persons interested in providing meals for the homeless are being encouraged to utilise the available Drop-in Centres by contacting the Poor Relief Department, located in all 13 Municipal Corporations, to make the necessary arrangements. Drop-in Centres are the first point of contact for homeless persons and offer a range of care, including a bath and other hygiene care, food, and...
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Finance & Public Service

Cross Roads Tax Office Closure

Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) wishes to advise the public that the Cross Roads Tax Office located in Kingston, will remain closed for business Wednesday August 31 to Friday September 2, 2022. During this time, persons are being advised to visit either the Kingston or St. Andrew Revenue Service Centers, located in Downtown Kingston and Constant Spring respectively, to conduct their...
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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda (left), speaks on the management of plastics and the environment, during a Plastics Forum, held virtually on Tuesday, August 30. Seated is Head of the Technical Regulations Unit in the Bureau of Standards Jamaica, Phillipa O’Conner Bennett.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

Government to Legislate Deposit Refund Scheme for Plastic Bottles

The Government is to legislate the Deposit Refund Scheme for plastic bottles by the end of this financial year. This will boost the effort to improve the country’s environmental and waste management thrust. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda, gave details during a Plastic Forum, held virtually on Tuesday,...
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