Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen has advised that no physical condolence books will be opened for members of the public or members of the Diplomatic Corps to sign subsequent to the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh on April 9, 2021. This decision has been taken in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the need...

The Government has programmed amendments to key pieces of legislation during the 2021/22 fiscal year, as part of efforts to facilitate Jamaica’s swift recovery from the economic fallout caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. These include the Urban Renewal (Tax Relief) Act, Financial Administration and Audit Act, Financial Services Commission Act, and Income Tax Relief (Large-scale Projects and Pioneer Industries)...

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, says despite limitations on regular diplomatic activity, international cooperation remained central to the Government’s achievement of inclusive and sustainable economic growth. He said that in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government secured and coordinated assistance valued at US$12 million from international partners, who donated medicines, field hospitals as well as...

Businessman and Justice of the Peace (JP), Hugh Gentles, was this morning (February 16) sworn in as Custos Rotulorum for the parish of Trelawny. Governor-General, His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, presided over the ceremony, which was held at King’s House. Mr. Gentles’ appointment follows the resignation of the Hon. Paul Muschett, who served the parish for the...

 

Ten judges were sworn into higher office on Thursday (January 7) by Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, during a ceremony at King’s House. They are Vivene Harris, who was appointed to serve as a judge in the Court of Appeal effective January 11, and Carole Barnaby, who will serve as Puisne Judge from January 7. Also...