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Chief Technical Director in the Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Brian Richardson.

GOV’T Taking Steps To Prevent Substandard Lithium-Ion Batteries Entering Jamaica

The Government is taking proactive measures to address the potential influx of substandard lithium-ion batteries into Jamaica as countries move to tighten regulations on their importation. Chief Technical Director in the Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Brian Richardson,...

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke, addresses the 105th annual general meeting of the Jamaica Civil Service Association (JCSA) at Jacisera Park in St. Andrew on Thursday (May 30).

More Than 10,000 Public-Sector Contract Workers Transitioned To Permanent Employment

Postmaster-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Post and Telecommunications Department (Jamaica Post), Lincoln Allen, says the entity is remaining steadfast in its drive to revolutionise the country’s postal service landscape.

CEO Says Jamaica Post Remains Steadfast In Drive To Revolutionise Services

Salt Marsh mangrove in Falmouth, Trelawny.

NEPA Calls On Jamaicans To Consider Ways To Help Safeguard The Natural Environment

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), is greeted by President of the Jamaica Civil Service Association (JCSA), Techa Clarke-Griffiths, on his arrival at JACISERA Park, in St. Andrew on May 30, for the Jamaica Civil Service Association (JCSA) 105th annual general meeting. At right is 1st Vice President, JCSA, Clarence Frater.

Government Will Continue To Make Strategic Investments In National Security

Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon, speaking at the Youth Climate Action Fund Programme launch on Thursday (May 30) at the Corporation’s Chambers in Montego Bay.

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$7.5-Million Youth Climate Action Fund Launched in Mo’bay

The St. James Municipal Corporation has launched the Youth Climate Action Fund Programme, a $7.5-million initiative aimed at promoting climate solutions in Montego Bay through youth engagement. This innovative programme is funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies in collaboration with United Cities Local Governments (UCLG) and the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation (BCPI) at Johns Hopkins University, USA. It will provide grants...

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Apply for Jamaican Citizenship for Children Born Overseas

Parents and guardians are being encouraged to apply for Jamaican citizenship by descent for their children who are born overseas. The service, which is offered by the Passport Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA), is crucial for children born in another country but reside permanently in Jamaica. PICA’s Business Development and Communications Director, Kauna McKenzie, explained that the children may be...

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (second left), along with State Minister, Hon. Fraklin Witter (left), view a display being shown to them by Chief Plant Protection Officer, Bodles Research Station, Hugh Smith, during a World Bee Day observance event on Thursday (May 30). The event was held at the Bodles Station in St. Catherine. At right is Principal Research Director, Bodles Research Station, Carla Douglas.

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PHOTOS: World Bee Day Celebration

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.

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Gov’t Looking to Strengthen NIS Funding Status

The Government, through the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, is looking to strengthen the funding status of the National Insurance Scheme (NIS) funding status to ensure guaranteed provisions for future beneficiaries. This according to Portfolio Minister, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., who says “we have to do the work now and prepare so that those that are coming will be...

Executive Director, Tourism Product Development Company Limited (TPDCo), Wade Mars (second left) and Executive Director, Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC), Lenford Salmon (second right), sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance cultural and tourism training for contestants in the Miss Jamaica Festival Queen competition, at the offices of the TPDCo, on May 30. Witnessing the signing (from left) are Company Secretary, TPDCo, Rosie Carty, and Director, Community Cultural Development Services Division, JCDC, Marjorie Leyden-Kirton.

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JCDC and TPDCo Sign MOU to Facilitate Training for Contestants in Festival Queen Competition

Contestants in the Miss Jamaica Festival Queen Competition are to benefit from training and exposure through a partnership between the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) and the Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo). Both entities signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Thursday (May 30), at the offices of the TPDCo, in Kingston. The MOU will last until May 29, 2026,...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda.

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Improved Water Supply for Residents of Western Jamaica in Coming Weeks

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda, says residents in western Jamaica can expect significant improvements in their water supply within the coming weeks. During a stakeholder meeting at the Grand Palladium Hotel in Hanover on May 29, Minister Samuda highlighted ongoing works in West End, the Salt Creek Bridge...

Director of Public Relations and Communication, at the Rural Agricultural Development Authority, (RADA), Camille Beckford.

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RADA to Stage St. Elizabeth Agri Fest May 31

The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) will host the St. Elizabeth Agri Fest at the Social Development Commission (SDC) Sports Complex in Santa Cruz, St Elizabeth, on May 31, beginning at 1:00 p.m. Speaking with JIS News, Director of Public Relations and Communication at RADA, Camille Beckford, said the show has grown over the years to become a highly anticipated...