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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the House of Representatives on March 31.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the House of Representatives on March 31.

Jamaica Will Emerge From COVID-19 A Stronger Nation – PM

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says he is confident that the country will come out of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic a stronger nation. “We are not going to waste the crisis; the crisis gives us the opportunity to...
Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Homer Davis, speaking at a meeting of the Emergency Operations Committee at the St. James Municipal Corporation in Montego Bay on Tuesday (March 31).
Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Homer Davis, speaking at a meeting of the Emergency Operations Committee at the St. James Municipal Corporation in Montego Bay on Tuesday (March 31).

Montego Bay Streets Being Cleaned And Sanitised
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, speaks at a digital town hall hosted by the Ministry on Tuesday (March 31).
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, speaks at a digital town hall hosted by the Ministry on Tuesday (March 31).

Vendors, Market Users Urged To Comply With Operating Hours
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), speaks at a press conference at Jamaica House, on Monday (March 30). With the Prime Minister is Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor McKenzie.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), speaks at a press conference at Jamaica House, on Monday (March 30). With the Prime Minister is Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor McKenzie.

PM Holness Announces Nightly Islandwide Curfews For 7 Days
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes a point as he addresses the House of Representatives on March 31.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes a point as he addresses the House of Representatives on March 31.

PM Tables New Measures To Contain COVID-19

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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. J.C. Hutchinson, addressing a digital press conference on March 31. Looking on is Minister of State in the Ministry, Hon. Floyd Green.
AgricultureCoronavirusIndustry

Gov’t Spending $240 Million To Purchase Excess Produce From Farmers

The Government is spending $240 million to purchase excess produce from farmers impacted by coronavirus (COVID-19). Making the announcement at a digital press briefing on Tuesday (March 31), Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. J.C. Hutchinson, said the measure is to begin with immediate effect. Mr. Hutchinson noted that the objective is to...
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Chief Medical Officer (CMO) in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor-McKenzie, speaking at a virtual press conference from Jamaica House on March 30.
CommunityCoronavirusHealth & Wellness

Jamaicans Urged To Obey Social Distancing Rules

Members of the public are again being urged to do their part to reduce transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19) by strictly adhering to the Government’s social-distancing protocols. The call came from Chief Medical Officer (CMO) in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor-McKenzie, who said that social distancing remains one of the most effective defences in combatting the...
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Chief Executive Officer of the Child Development Agency (CDA), Mrs. Rosalee Gage-Grey, addresses JIS ‘Think Tank’ on April 27. (File)
CoronavirusYouth

CPFSA Head Says Measures In Place To Protect Children In State Care

The Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) is reporting that its childcare facilities have put measures in place to ensure that children in State care are protected during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Chief Executive Officer of the CPFSA, Rosalee Gage Grey, told JIS News that the agency has activated its National Emergency Disaster Committee, similar to what is done...
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A seafarer (left) facilitates cargo vessel in the Kingston Harbour by Marine Inspector Kenre Valentine.
CoronavirusTransport

Maritime Authority Extends Validity Of Seafarers’ Certificates

The Maritime Authority of Jamaica (MAJ) is advising seafarers with certificates that will expire in the next three months to present the MAJ bulletin regarding the extension of validity of these documents, along with the expired papers, to Port State Control (PSC) at their various ports of call. Speaking in an interview with JIS News, MAJ Director General, Rear Admiral...
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CoronavirusHousing

NHT Adjusts Opening Hours

The National Housing Trust (NHT) wishes to advise that it has adjusted its opening hours effective April 1, 2020, until further notice. In addition, the NHT will offer some services online or by telephone only. Starting Wednesday, April 1, 2020: • Our offices will be open to the public from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Mondays to Thursdays and close...
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CoronavirusFinance & Public ServiceHealth & Wellness

Operational Rescheduling Of GETS Due To Island Wide Curfew

With the advent of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and consequent to the announcement of an Island wide curfew to take effect from April 1 2020, the normal operational schedule of the Government Employees Transportation Service (GETS) will be adjusted. Please note the following changes and ensure that they are brought to the attention of all concerned: Morning Pick Ups The...
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