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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), cuts the ribbon at the handover of a three-bedroom dwelling to Julie Ann Sterling (right), under the social housing programme in Salt Spring, St. James Central, on May 21. At centre is Chief Technical Director in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Yaneke Watson.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), cuts the ribbon at the handover of a three-bedroom dwelling to Julie Ann Sterling (right), under the social housing programme in Salt Spring, St. James Central, on May 21. At centre is Chief Technical Director in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Yaneke Watson.

Government To Make 30,000 Low-Income Housing Solutions Available Over Five Years

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government is committed to making 30,000 low-income housing solutions available over the next five years, giving all Jamaicans a chance to be in compliance with the law. The Prime Minister, who...
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, making his 2021/22 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (May 19).
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, making his 2021/22 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (May 19).

Gov’t To Establish Baseline Information On Ingredients In Processed Foods
Executive Director, Transformation Implementation Unit (TIU), Maria Thompson Walters.
Executive Director, Transformation Implementation Unit (TIU), Maria Thompson Walters.

Public-Sector HR Practitioners Being Trained In Strategic Workforce Planning
Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) Governor, Richard Byles.
Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) Governor, Richard Byles.

Signs Of Incremental Improvement In Economy Emerging
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), presents a printer to Principal of the the Salt Spring Primary and Infant School, Norma Brydson (right), while Member of Parliament for Central St. James, Heroy Clarke, shares in the moment. Occasion was a ceremony at the school on Friday (May 21) for the handover of 30 tablets and a laser printer, which were donated through the Prime Minister
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), presents a printer to Principal of the the Salt Spring Primary and Infant School, Norma Brydson (right), while Member of Parliament for Central St. James, Heroy Clarke, shares in the moment. Occasion was a ceremony at the school on Friday (May 21) for the handover of 30 tablets and a laser printer, which were donated through the Prime Minister's Positive Jamaica Foundation.

Over 500,000 Students To Receive Devices – PM

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Detective Sergeant of Anti-Trafficking in Persons Vice Squad, Kevin Strachan.
Youth

Keep Kids Safe From Human Traffickers

Detective Sergeant of the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Vice Squad, Kevin Strachan, is appealing to parents and guardians to “keep a keen eye” on their children in order to protect them from becoming victims of human trafficking. He made the call as he participated in a virtual panel discussion hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Friends across Borders Jamaica on Tuesday (May 18)...
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Centenarian, 102-year-old Esther Myrtle Baker of Rosemount, St. James, with her gift basket, presented to her by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, in celebration of Centenarians’ Day, on Thursday, May 20.
Social Security

Centenarians Honoured

Two centenarians residing in St. James were recognised by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security on Thursday, May 20, in observance of Centenarians’ Day. Centenarians’ Day is celebrated annually in recognition of Jamaicans who are 100 years and older. Esther Myrtle Baker, 102 years old, of Rosemount and 105-year-old Salome Wilson of Norwood Meadows were each presented with a...
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Director of Communications and Public Relations at the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA), Camille Beckford​.
Labour

Jamaicans Encouraged To Utilise Backyards On Labour Day

The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is encouraging Jamaicans to utilise their backyards for garden projects this Labour Day, which is being observed on Monday, May 24. In keeping with the theme for Labour Day 2021, ‘Promoting a Clean and Healthy Environment’, emphasis is being placed on persons staying at home and tending to their personal spaces, including their gardens....
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Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Floyd Green (third left), and State Minister in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Robert Morgan (left), hand over packages for agricultural purposes to wards of the State at The Nest Children’s Home in St. Andrew, on Friday (May 21), to launch Backyard Vegetable Gardens in Residential Child Care Facilities. Sharing in the moment is Chief Executive Officer, Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA), Rosalee Gage-Grey (right).
Agriculture

Backyard Vegetable Gardens Launched In Residential Childcare Facilities

As the nation commemorates National Children’s Day today (May 21), the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries and the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) launched new Backyard Vegetable Gardens in Residential Childcare Facilities (RCCFs). The launch took place at The Nest Children’s Home located on the grounds of the Salvation Army on Manning’s Hill Road, where that home received...
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Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams, addressing Wednesday
CabinetForeign Affairs

Cabinet Approves Double Taxation Agreement Between UAE And Jamaica

Cabinet gave approval for the Double Taxation Agreement between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Jamaica. The agreement will eliminate double taxation with respect to taxes on income and the prevention of tax evasion and avoidance. Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams, made the disclosure on Wednesday (May 19), during the post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House...
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Health and Wellness Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, makes his contribution to the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 19.
Health & WellnessSectoral Debate 2021/2022

$4.9-Billion Upgrading Project At UHWI

The University Hospital of the West Indies (UWI) is to benefit from a $4.9-billion upgrade of building and equipment. The project, which is at the design stage, will include construction of a new six-storey, 120,000-square-foot medical facility, which will accommodate an additional 40 medical and surgical beds, improvements to outpatient or ambulatory surgery, lecture rooms and conference rooms. Health and...
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