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PM Declares Jamaica a Disaster Area for Next Seven Days

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has declared Jamaica a disaster area for the next seven days as Hurricane Beryl approaches the island. He made the announcement during a national broadcast on Tuesday evening (July 2). “After careful review...

Police Commissioner, Dr. Kevin Blake, addresses Monday’s (July 1) press conference at the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM).

Additional Security Measures During Passage of Hurricane Beryl

Commissioner, Jamaica Fire Brigade, Stewart Beckford addresses, a press conference at the Office of the Prime Minister. Listening from left are Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, and Acting Director General, Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management, Richard Thompson.

JFB Commissioner Urges Jamaicans to Heed Evacuation Warnings

Principal Director, Meteorological Service Branch, Evan Thompson, gives an update on Hurricane Beryl during a meeting of the National Disaster Risk Management Council (NDRMC) at the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development in Kingston on Monday (July 1).

Jamaica Remains on Hurricane Watch

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses a briefing with agencies responsible for disaster preparedness, and members of the Cabinet, regarding the state-of readiness for the passage of Hurricane Beryl at Jamaica House on Monday (July 1).

PM Urges Jamaicans to be in a State-of-Readiness for Hurricane’s Passage

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, makes her contribution to the 2024/25 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 25).

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Sexual Harassment Tribunal Members Appointed

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sports, Hon. Olivia Grange, on Tuesday (June 25) announced the 15-member Sexual Harassment Tribunal. All members have met the fit and proper eligibility requirements specified in the Sexual Harassment Act. The Tribunal will be chaired by Ferdinand Algernon Smith, and includes Dr. Meric Dale Walker, Donald Roberts, Debby-Ann Brown-Salmon, Karen Thompson-Wilson, Karen Campbell-Bascoe, Gennetta...

Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Michael Holness ON, PC, MP.

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Government Remains Committed to Youth Empowerment – PM

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government remains committed to continue delivering on policies conducive to youth empowerment, where young people can self-actualise and achieve their dreams like never before. Speaking to a group of young people at the Almond Tree Hotel and Restaurant in Ocho Rios, following a tour of sections of St. Ann on June...

Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett making his presentation during a Ministerial Panel at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) Caribbean Week in New York on Tuesday June 18, 2024.

2 years ago Press ReleaseTourism

Reimagining of Caribbean Tourism Key to Resilience of the Industry, Says Minister Bartlett

Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett believes the push to reimagine Caribbean Tourism is key to ensuring the resilience of the industry. Speaking at the Council of Ministers during the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) Caribbean Week in New York on Tuesday June 18, Minister Bartlett expressed his support for implementing changes that will benefit the region. “Tourism remains the lifeblood...

Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett (1st R) captured with (L-R) Philip Rose, Deputy Director of Tourism, Americas, Jamaica Tourist Board, Donovan White, Director of Tourism, Jamaica Tourist Board, Mike LaGrand: Director, Latin & Pacific Network Planning (L), Annalei Avancena: Director, International Regulatory Affairs – Americas, Francine Henry-Carter, Manager, Tour Operators and Airlines, Jamaica Tourist Board and Tom Kozlowski: Senior Manager, Latin Network Planning following a meeting at United Airlines’ office in Chicago June 20.

2 years ago Press ReleaseTourism

United Airlines Increases Service to Jamaica by Over 50% Since 2019

Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett has welcomed news that United Airlines increased its total flights to Jamaica by over 50% since 2019. The disclosure was made during a meeting with the Airline’s top brass and the Minister and his Senior Executives at United’s World Headquarters last week. United Airlines is a major American airline headquartered at the Willis Tower...

Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Minister, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addresses the Ministry’s June 18 press conference at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) in New Kingston.

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Transport Minister Condemns the Irresponsible Use of Roadways by Some Motorists

Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Minister, Hon. Daryl Vaz, says irresponsible use of the roadways by some motorists has created an unsafe environment for other road users. Addressing the Ministry’s June 18 press conference at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) offices in New Kingston, Mr. Vaz described the spate of road fatalities as “a national emergency”. Providing year-to-date figures,...

Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Gary McKenzie.

2 years ago National Security

Head of PSTEB Says Motorists Must Obey Traffic Lights at Intersections

Motorists are being reminded that they should adhere to the traffic lights that govern intersections. Head of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Gary McKenzie, explained that the amber light is often misinterpreted by drivers. Mr. McKenzie gave clarity while speaking on the Police Civilian Oversight Authority (PCOA) podcast, ‘Pon Di Corner’, recently....

Education and Youth Minister, Hon. Fayval Williams (right, standing), assists students to navigate the new laptop computers donated to the Bethabara Primary School by e- Learning Jamaica Company Limited. Observing (from left) are Principal of Bethabara Primary School, Cecil Hamilton; and Chief Executive Officer, E-Learning Jamaica Company Limited, Andrew Lee. The official handover ceremony was held on June 21 at the school’s Manchester location. The devices were handed over to the Bethabara and Broadleaf Primary Schools under the Tablets in Schools Programme.

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PHOTOS: Laptop Computer Donation

Education and Youth Minister, Hon. Fayval Williams (right, standing), assists students to navigate the new laptop computers donated to the Bethabara Primary School by e- Learning Jamaica Company Limited. Observing (from left) are Principal of Bethabara Primary School, Cecil Hamilton; and Chief Executive Officer, E-Learning Jamaica Company Limited, Andrew Lee. The official handover ceremony was held on June 21 at...