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Epidemiologist at the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Dr. Maung Aung.

Most Healthcare Workers In Western Jamaica Fully Vaccinated

The Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA) is reporting that the majority of healthcare workers in the region who got the first dose of the AstraZeneca coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine have received their second shots. Epidemiologist at the WRHA, Dr. Maung Aung,...

The Bank of Jamaica Building, Nethersole Place, downtown Kingston. (JIS File Photo)

Digital Currency Will Boost Gov’t Service Delivery, Financial Inclusion

Leader of Government Business in the Senate, Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith (at podium), who is also Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade and daughter of the late Ambassador, Anthony Johnson, OJ, pays tribute to her father during today’s (May 27) Official Memorial Service at the St. Augustine’s Chapel, Kingston College, 2A North Street, Kingston. Listening (from left) are Ambassador Johnson’s children, Alexander and Olivia.

Ambassador Johnson Eulogised As Exceptional Man Of Integrity And Excellence

Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Floyd Green (seated), tries out the Ministry's new online Customer Feedback System, while Acting Computer Applications Manager and developer of the website, Ricardo Gayle (second left), points out some of the features. Occasion was the virtual launch of the system on Wednesday (May 26). Looking on are Acting Director of Customer Service at the Ministry, Taniesha Clarke (second right); and Acting Manager for Customer Care, Jamila Francis.

Agriculture Ministry Launches Online Customer Feedback System

National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) Executive Director, Audley Gordon.

Head Of NSWMA Commends St. Andrew Resident For Assisting To Clear Garbage

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, speaking during his contribution to the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 26.

5 years ago Sectoral Debate 2021/2022Transport

$13-Billion Airport Development Programme To Continue

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, says the $13-billion (US$89-million) airport development programme is set to continue. This includes the Sangster International Airport runway expansion, shoreline protection works and expansion of the arrivals terminal. “At the Norman Manley International Airport, shoreline protection works are also under way. A new police station at Ian Fleming International Airport will soon...

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, speaks in the House of Representatives. (File Photo)

5 years ago National Security and Peace

House Begins Debate To Amend Anti-Gang Legislation

Debate on the Criminal Justice (Suppression of Criminal Organisations) (Amendment) Act, 2021, commonly called the anti-gang legislation, began in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (May 26). The legislation will provide an additional game-changing tool to the security forces in combatting criminal gangs. The report of the Joint Select Committee (JSC) to review the Criminal Justice (Suppression of Criminal Organisations)...

A passenger train on a test run from Spanish Town to Linstead on Thursday (May 20), in preparation for the school train programme, awaits the passage of a bauxite train in Bog Walk to continue on its journey. The service is slated to begin in September with trips from Spanish Town to Linstead and Old Harbour.

5 years ago Sectoral Debate 2021/2022Transport

Revitalisation Of Rail Service Will Bring Economic Benefits To Communities – Minister Montague

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, says that the impending revitalisation of railway service between downtown Kingston and Marcus Garvey Drive is expected to bring economic activities to the communities along the line. The Minister, who was making his contribution to the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (March 26), said that the service...

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, addresses the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 26.

5 years ago MiningSectoral Debate 2021/2022

Large Deposits Of Rare Earth Elements

There are potentially large deposits of rare earth elements at a location in Jamaica, says Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague. Speaking in the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 26, the Minister said the discovery came as a result of a recent survey. He emphasised that the rare earth elements are critical to...

Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams (left) and Cuba

5 years ago Education

Jamaica And Cuba Extend Education Agreement

Jamaican schools will continue to benefit from professional and academic support provided by Cuban teachers, following the signing of an agreement between the countries on Wednesday (May 26) to extend the bilateral cooperation in education. The signing ceremony was held at the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information’s National Heroes Circle offices in Kingston. The primary areas of instruction covered...

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague, speaks in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (May 26).

5 years ago MiningSectoral Debate 2021/2022

Mining Operations Account For Most Foreign Exchange In 2020

Transport and Mining Minister, Hon. Robert Montague, says mining operations accounted for the most foreign exchange earned in 2020, the year in which the COVID-19 pandemic caused havoc for numerous sectors islandwide. Speaking in the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 26, the Minister said the mining sector remains buoyant, resilient and strong in the midst...

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, speaking during his contribution to the 2021/22 Sectoral debate in the House of Representatives on May 25. At left is Attorney General, Marlene Malahoo Forte.

5 years ago National Security and Peace

JCF To Train 1,000 Recruits This Year, 1,500 In 2022

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, says the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) intends to train 1,000 new recruits this year and reach full capacity of 1,500 recruits in 2022 as the entity seeks to increase the number of law-enforcement personnel. He was making his contribution to the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 25....