The Ministry of Labour and Social Security has convened a meeting with key players at the National Water Commission (NWC) and union representatives, as workers are in protest over an outstanding reclassification exercise as well as the ongoing public-sector compensation review. Speaking in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 10), Portfolio Minister Hon. Karl Samuda, said the meeting was...

The Ministry of Science, Energy and Technology is updating the policy, legislative and regulatory framework related to the energy sector. Providing details in the House of Representatives on May 10, Portfolio Minister, Hon. Daryl Vaz, said that the Ministry is seeking to engage a consultant to review and update the 2009-2030 National Energy Policy. “This is to further safeguard against...

The Government remains resolute to provide universal access to Internet services. Making his contribution to the 2022/23 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 10, Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Daryl Vaz, said the Universal Service Fund (USF) is on a mission to enable a digital society, through universal access to the Internet and digital inclusion....

The Government Electrical Regulator (GER) is now fully operational. Its establishment facilitates the closure of the Government Electrical Inspectorate and the institution of a new system to regulate the electrical installation and inspection processes in Jamaica. Minster of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Daryl Vaz, provided details during his contribution to the 2022/23 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives,...

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The Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) will be embarking on a comprehensive drain-cleaning programme in several communities across the Corporate Area. The initiative, which seeks to reduce flooding, forms part of the KSAMC’s annual preparedness activities for the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 through to November 30. Deputy Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Winston Ennis, provided...

Individuals and organisations are being encouraged to support persons affected by Lupus, as many find it overwhelming to survive. Making the call, Minister of State in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn, said there is a need for awareness in raising the profile for “this vulnerable group”. “Managing a disease like Lupus can be overwhelming and exhausting,...