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Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, makes his contribution to the 2024/25 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 21.

More Jamaicans Could Benefit From Expungement

The Government is exploring the possibility of giving more persons the opportunity to benefit from expungement. In this regard, Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, will be making a submission to Cabinet for consideration and possible approval. Expungement involves the...

Postmasters-General, Directors of Post, and delegates across Caribbean Community member and associate states are meeting at the ROK Hotel, downtown Kingston, from May 21 to 23 for the Electronic Advance Data (EAD) and Regional Transport Workshops.

Jamaica Hosting Training Workshops for Caribbean Postal Operators

Governor-General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (right) listens as newly appointed Parliamentary Secretary, Senator Abka Fitz-Henley (centre) takes the Oath of Allegiance and the Oath of Office during the swearing-in ceremony held at King’s House on May 22.

Senator Fitz-Henley Sworn in as Parliamentary Secretary

Minister of Legal and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Marlene Malahoo Forte (at podium), addresses Wednesday’s (May 22) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House. With the Minister are some members of the Constitutional Reform Committee (CRC) (from left) Civil Society Representative, Dr. Nadeen Spence (partly hidden); Chairman of the Jamaica Umbrella Group of Churches, Dr. Elaine McCarthy; CRC Co-Chair, Ambassador Rocky Meade; Attorney General, Dr. Derrick McKoy; and Youth Advisor, Sujae Boswell.

Cabinet Approves Drafting Instructions for Transitional Bill

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, makes his 2024/25 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 21).

Agriculture Ministry to Provide ‘Feed’ Support for Youth, Women and Persons With Disabilities

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Virtual Regional Exchange Conference Slated to Mark International Missing Children’s Day

In recognition of International Missing Children’s Day on May 25, the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) will host a virtual Regional Knowledge Exchange Conference on Friday (May 24). Ananda Alert Officer at the CPFSA’s National Children's Registry, Annadjae Roberts, told JIS News that the event aims to facilitate collaboration among regional nations to enhance responses to cases of...

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, makes his 2024/25 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 21).

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Justice Minister Proposes Mediation to Settle Estate Matters at the AGD

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, is proposing the use of mediation to deal with estate matters at the Administrator-General’s Department (AGD). Mr. Chuck made the recommendation during his 2024/25 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 21). The Department currently has 5,109 active estate and 935 enquiry cases in administration, including 338 new matters for...

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, emphasises a point while making his contribution to the 2024/25 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 21. Seated to his right is the Minister of State in the Ministry, Hon. Franklin Witter.

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Bauxite Land Lease Programme to Be Introduced

A Bauxite Land Lease Programme will be introduced this year to provide farmers in bauxite areas with land to boost their agricultural production. Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, provided details during his contribution to the 2024/25 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 21. “A lot of bauxite land stands idle. We are starting...

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, makes his contribution to the 2024/2025 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 21).

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Parish Courts Almost Backlog-Free

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, says Parish Courts are now effectively backlog free. He made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2024/2025 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 21. “The statistics show that less than 2.5 per cent of cases are in backlog, which means these cases have not been tried in 24 months. To...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the House of Representatives on May 21.

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Evaluation and Award of Contract under SPARK by Sept. 30

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has informed that evaluation and award of contract under the Shared Prosperity Through Accelerated Improvement to our Road Network (SPARK) Programme, will be done by September 30, 2024. Mr. Holness made the disclosure during a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 21). Approximately 70 roads identified during consultations on the...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, addresses the ceremony to officially commission three X-ray machines into service at the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH), located in downtown Kingston on Tuesday (May 21).

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KPH Gets Digital X-Ray Machines

The provision of diagnostic services at the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) has been strengthened with the installation of three digital X-ray machines. The new units were provided under a project, valued at approximately $500 million, for the supply, installation and maintenance of X-ray equipment at four hospitals in the South East Regional Health Authority (SERHA). The others are Bustamante Hospital...

Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) Governor, Richard Byles (second left), responds to a question during the BOJ’s Quarterly Monetary Policy Press Conference on Tuesday (May 21). With him are (from left) BOJ Deputy Governor, Dr. Jide Lewis; BOJ Senior Deputy Governor, Dr. Wayne Robinson; and BOJ Deputy Governor, Natalie Haynes.

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BOJ Developing Central Electronic Client Database

The Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) is developing a central electronic database with Know Your Customer (KYC) information, aimed at making it easier for clients to switch banks. Addressing the BOJ’s Quarterly Monetary Policy Press Conference on Tuesday (May 21), Central Bank Governor, Richard Byles, disclosed that 60 per cent of deposits reside in two of Jamaica’s 11 deposit-taking institutions. He...