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A unit constructed under the National Housing Trust (NHT) Sandhill Vista housing development in St. Catherine.
A unit constructed under the National Housing Trust (NHT) Sandhill Vista housing development in St. Catherine.

NHT Receives 667 Applications for Post-hurricane Disaster Relief Grant

The National Housing Trust (NHT) has, to date, received 667 applications from persons affected by Hurricane Melissa for the Disaster Relief Grant. This was disclosed by Managing Director, Martin Miller, during Wednesday’s (December 10) sitting of the Public Administration and...
Corporate Risk and Insurance Manager, National Housing Trust (NHT), Stefan Clarke, speaks during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’.
Corporate Risk and Insurance Manager, National Housing Trust (NHT), Stefan Clarke, speaks during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’.

NHT Streamlines Hurricane Claim Process to Support Mortgagors
Corporate Risk and Insurance Manager at the National Housing Trust (NHT), Stefan Clarke, speaking in a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.
Corporate Risk and Insurance Manager at the National Housing Trust (NHT), Stefan Clarke, speaking in a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.

NHT Provides Comprehensive, Affordable Insurance for Homeowners
Administrative Manager, Customer Relations Management Division, National Housing Trust (NHT), Shara Luke Cooper, addresses a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’.
Administrative Manager, Customer Relations Management Division, National Housing Trust (NHT), Shara Luke Cooper, addresses a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’.

NHT Extends Hurricane Melissa Relief to Mortgagers in Lesser-Affected Parishes
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, Hon. Robert Montague (third left), and Opposition Leader and Member of Parliament for St. Andrew Southern, Mark Golding (centre), cut the ribbon to mark the completion of the $58-million Torrington Park Rehabilitation Project on Tuesday (December 9). They are joined by (from left) Caretaker for St. Andrew Southern, Carlton Allen; Ministry officials, Senior Director, Christina Gardner, and Director of Projects, Phillip Stephenson; Councillor for the Admiral Town Division, Louise Newland; and Contractor, Orrett Wellington.
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, Hon. Robert Montague (third left), and Opposition Leader and Member of Parliament for St. Andrew Southern, Mark Golding (centre), cut the ribbon to mark the completion of the $58-million Torrington Park Rehabilitation Project on Tuesday (December 9). They are joined by (from left) Caretaker for St. Andrew Southern, Carlton Allen; Ministry officials, Senior Director, Christina Gardner, and Director of Projects, Phillip Stephenson; Councillor for the Admiral Town Division, Louise Newland; and Contractor, Orrett Wellington.

$58M Rehabilitation Boosts Living Conditions at Torrington Park Housing Scheme

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Assistant General Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, National Housing Trust (NHT), Dwayne Berbick.
HousingHurricane Relief & RecoveryOffice of the Prime Minister

NHT Introduces More Flexible Verification Measures for Hurricane Melissa Relief

The National Housing Trust (NHT) has expanded the range of documents it will accept to verify identity and property ownership for persons seeking assistance under its Hurricane Melissa relief initiatives. Assistant General Manager for Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, Dwayne Berbick, noted that, in addition to traditional proof, the NHT will now accept property tax records, land diagrams, and notarised...
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Assistant General Manager in charge of Engineering and Contract Monitoring at the National Housing Trust (NHT), Alex Bernard, gives remarks during the opening ceremony for the Little London Police Station in Westmoreland on November 28.
HousingNational SecurityOffice of the Prime Minister

Upgraded Little London Police Station a Symbol of Resilience – NHT

Assistant General Manager for Engineering and Contract Monitoring at the National Housing Trust (NHT), Alex Bernard, says the opening of the upgraded Little London Police Station stands as a powerful symbol of renewal, resilience, and Jamaica’s shared responsibility to rebuild. Speaking at the official opening ceremony for the facility in Westmoreland on November 28, Mr. Bernard said that the occasion...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, listens attentively as New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) beneficiary, Beverly Barnaby-Moo-Young (second right), shares her journey to home ownership. The occasion was the official handover of her new unit in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, on November 28. Also pictured are (from left) Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development, Arlene Williams, and Mrs. Barnaby Moo-Young’s daughter, Natasha Moo-Young.
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NSHP Handover In Westmoreland Marks Poignant Tribute to Beneficiary’s Late Aunt

What was expected to be a joyful handover ceremony became a poignant occasion for New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) beneficiary, Beverly Barnaby Moo-Young, who accepted the keys to a new home in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, originally intended for her late aunt, Nellie White. Mrs. Barnaby Moo-Young, who received the keys to the new unit from Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon....
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second right), cuts the ribbon to officially hand over a New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) unit to beneficiary, Beverly Barnaby Moo-Young (second left), in Savanna-La-Mar, Westmoreland on Friday ( November 28). Also sharing in the occasion are (from left) Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development, Arlene Williams, and Mrs. Barnaby Moo-Young’s husband, Antoney Moo-Young.
HousingOffice of the Prime Minister

Gov’t to Revamp NSHP to Address Evolving Housing Demands

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has announced plans to revamp the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) in order to better meet Jamaica’s evolving housing needs. Speaking during the handover of a new home to NSHP beneficiary, Beverly Barnaby Moo‑Young in Savanna‑la‑Mar, Westmoreland, on Friday (November 28), Prime Minister Holness noted that the immediate priority is the provision...
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Assistant General Manager for Corporate Communications and Public Affairs of the National Housing Trust, Dwayne Berbick, addresses a Special Press Briefing on Hurricane Melissa Recovery, at the Office of the Prime Minister in Kingston, on November 26.
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NHT to Procure First 2,500 Semi-Permanent Housing Units

The National Housing Trust (NHT) is in the process of procuring the first 2,500 semi-permanent housing units under the rapid deployment housing initiative. Assistant General Manager for Corporate Communications and Public Affairs at the NHT, Dwayne Berbick, made the announcement today (November 26), while addressing a Special Press Briefing on Hurricane Melissa Recovery, at the Office of the Prime Minister...
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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, addresses a press briefing at Jamaica House on November 26.
HousingHurricane Relief & RecoveryLocal Government

Ministry to Instal Prefabricated Housing Units to Accommodate Displaced Persons

The Ministry of Local Government and Community Development is looking to instal prefabricated housing units in sections of the country to accommodate displaced persons, especially those who occupy school facilities following the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa. Addressing a press conference at Jamaica House on November 26, Portfolio Minister, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, said an inspection of the prefabricated solutions will be...
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Manager for Customer Relations Management, Shara Luke Cooper, and Assistant General Manager for Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, Dwayne Berbick, both of the National Housing Trust (NHT), participate in a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, on November 25.
HousingOffice of the Prime Minister

NHT Offering Support to Mortgagors Impacted by Hurricane

National Housing Trust (NHT) contributors and mortgagors who remain unsure of how to begin their recovery journey after Hurricane Melissa are being encouraged to connect with the Trust for support. Manager for Customer Relations Management at the NHT, Shara Luke Cooper, says the organisation recognises the emotional and financial strain many families continue to face nearly a month after the...
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