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Deputy Governor of the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) with responsibility for Financial Markets and Payments Systems, Natalie Haynes (right), addresses concerns regarding shortage of coins and certain banknotes in the financial system, at the Central Bank’s Quarterly Monetary Policy Report Press Conference, on Monday (November 25). Listening is Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Jamaica, Wayne Robinson.

No Shortage of Coins or Banknotes

The Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) is reassuring the public that there is an ample supply of all coins and denominations within the financial system. Speaking at the Central Bank’s Quarterly Monetary Policy Report Press Conference on Monday (November 25), Deputy...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, outlining the Government's new strategy for inclusive economic growth during a recent briefing at the Office of the Prime Minister in Kingston.

“No One Will Be Left Behind” – PM

Governor of the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ), Richard Byles, addresses the Central Bank’s Quarterly Monetary Policy Report Press Conference on Monday (November 25), where he announced that the Bank has reduced its policy interest rate to 6.25 per cent, effective November 22, 2024.

Bank of Jamaica Announces Monetary Policy Adjustment

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (right) and Agricultural Specialist, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Kingston, Rasheeda Hall Hanson (left), look on as Chief of Party, USDA Food for Progress Jamaica Spices (JaSPICES) Project, Dr. Ronald Blake (second right) presents Chief Executive Officer, Carbyne Capital Investments Limited, Rajiv Ebanks, with the signed agreement to provide financing for the spices sector, during a ceremony at the Terra Nova Hotel in Kingston on Thursday (Nov. 21).

Increased Access To Financing For Spice Farmers

The Financial Investigations Division (FID) is a specialised financial investigation Department of Government that investigates a wide variety of financial crimes.

Persons Entering Jamaica With Money Exceeding US$10,000 Must Declare it

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, addresses the Jamaica Civil Service Long Service Awards Ceremony at King’s House on Wednesday (November 20). Some 497 civil servants were recognised for their dedication to the public sector for 25 years and more.

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Government Commits to Building a Civil Service with Strong Reputation for Excellence

The Government is committed to building a civil service with a strong reputation for excellence, says Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams. Speaking during the Jamaica Civil Service Long Service Awards Ceremony at King’s House on Wednesday (November 20), Mrs. Williams said the aim is to achieve “world class service delivery.” “We must constantly strive to...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, announces the Government’s new policy direction for growth during a briefing at the Office of the Prime Minister on Tuesday (November 19).

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PM Announces New Policy for Transitioning Jamaica to Inclusive Growth

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has outlined a comprehensive strategy aimed at transitioning Jamaica towards robust and inclusive economic growth. This announcement was made in a landmark address titled: ‘The Next Chapter: Pivot to Inclusive Growth’, which was delivered at the Office of the Prime Minister on Tuesday (November 19) before an audience of key business and...

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, addresses the Civil Service Week 2024 Church Service on Sunday (November 17). The service was held at the Church of the Open Bible in Kingston.

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PM Hails Civil Servants for Tireless Service

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has hailed Jamaica’s civil servants for their tireless service and commitment to nation building. He noted that the civil service represents over 118,000 dedicated individuals who play a pivotal role in national development. “Their contribution to the efficiency and modernisation of Government services is commendable,” Dr. Holness said, in a message read...

Director General, Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), Dr. Wayne Henry.

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Economy to Stablise in January-March 2025 Quarter – PIOJ

The overall performance of the economy is projected to stabilise during the January-March 2025 quarter, with a flat performance projected, says Director General of the Planning Institute of Jamaica, Dr. Wayne Henry. He was addressing the PIOJ’s recent briefing for the July to September 2024 quarter. Economic activity contracted by an estimated 2.8 per cent during the review quarter during...

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, addresses the 20th Civil Servant of the Year Awards Ceremony at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in St. Andrew on Friday (November 15).

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Minister Hails Civil Servants as ‘Backbone’ of the Society

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, has described Jamaica’s civil servants as the “backbone” of the society, who ensure seamless policy implementation. Mrs. Williams, who spoke during the 20th Civil Servant of the Year Awards Ceremony at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in St. Andrew on Friday (November 15), said the commitment and dedication of government...

Computer Services Manager, Jamaica Information Service (JIS), André Allen, receives his 2024/25 Civil Servant of the Year Award in the Managerial Category, from Assistant General Manager, First Heritage Co-operative Credit Union (FHCCU), Michelle Tracey (left), and Acting Deputy Financial Secretary, Ministry of Finance and the Public Service, Lois Walters, during the presentation ceremony at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in St. Andrew on Friday (November 15).

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Civil Servant of the Year Humbled and Inspired by Award

Civil Servant of the Year for 2024/25 in the Managerial Category, André Allen, has described the award as humbling and inspiring. Speaking during Friday’s (November 15) presentation ceremony at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in St. Andrew, Mr. Allen, who is the Jamaica Information Service’s (JIS) Computer Services Manager, said he and his fellow awardees were “representatives of the collective...

Director General of the Planning Institute of Jamaica, Dr. Wayne Henry (at podium), addresses the audience during Thursday’s (November 14) launch of the 2023 Violence Against Children and Youth Survey at the S Hotel in Kingston.

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New Data on Violence Against Children to Inform National Plan of Action

The Government will be utilising the newly launched Violence Against Children and Youth Survey (VACS) 2023, to inform the National Plan of Action for an integrated response to children and violence. This will be done through the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information and the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ). The survey revealed that sexual violence in childhood is...