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All systems are now in place for special services electors, comprising the police, military and Election Day Workers, to register their votes for the March 26 Local Government Elections on Wednesday (March 21). Under the provisions of the Representation of the People Act, special services electors are required to vote at least three clear days (excluding Sunday and public holidays)...

Minister of Justice, Senator Mark Golding, has stated the government’s intent to introduce legislation that will provide greater protection to the country’s innovators and inventors. He said that work has been underway on a new Patent and Designs Bill for some time, and the government is committed to “taking it as quickly as possible to the point where it can...

A book, ‘The Longer Run: A Daughter’s Story of Arthur Wint’, was launched on March 15 during a ceremony, held at Bookophila, in Liguanea, Kingston. The book, written by Valerie Wint, chronicles the world famous achievements of her father, Arthur Wint. It is also timely as the Olympics this year is being held in London where the former Olympian, Diplomat...

Minister with responsibility for Information, Hon. Sandrea Falconer, confirmed on Wednesday the appointment of former Chief Justice, Hon. Lensley Wolfe, as Chairman of the Public Services Commission. Other members are: Hon. Shirley Tyndale; Rev. Dr. Karl Johnson; Professor Verene Shepherd; and Hon. Anthony Irons. Their period of appointment is from February 24, for three years, the Minister noted. Miss Falconer...

Cabinet has given approval for the establishment of a port community system, which will connect port personnel and allow them access to logistical information on port-related freight distribution. “It will also facilitate the exchange of vital information and improve the efficiency in maritime trade and the transportation cycle,” said Minister with responsibility for Information, Hon. Sandrea Falconer, at Wednesday March...

An Exchange of Information (EOI) Office is soon to be established in Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ), to facilitate the receipt and sharing of tax information across international borders.   As a precursor to this development, an exchange of information workshop is now underway at the TAJ's offices in Kingston.   According to a TAJ brief, the exchange of information is critical...

The third day of activities in the four-day official visit to Jamaica by His Royal Highness, Prince Henry of Wales (always known as Prince Harry) ended in fine style last night (March 7), with a Jamaica night event at the Sandals Cay in Montego Bay. The function, organised jointly by the government in partnership with Sandals Resorts, included several performances...

The historic Good Hope Great House, located some five miles south west of the town of Falmouth, was among the stops for His Royal Highness, Prince Henry of Wales (always known as Prince Harry) on his visit to Trelawny on Wednesday (March 7). While wet conditions prevented an extensive tour of the scenic and expansive grounds, the Prince was able...

MONTEGO BAY — Despite inclement weather, thousands of Jamaicans and visitors to the island lined the streets of Falmouth this morning (March 7), to catch a glimpse of His Royal Highness Prince Henry of Wales (always known as Prince Harry). The Prince was touring the historic town on the second leg of his four-day visit to the island. He was...

State Minister for Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Sharon Ffolkes-Abrahams, says further empowerment of women is to key to enhancing economic growth and development in Jamaica. “We know that through the ages, women have faced unequal access to financial services and we must ensure that women in Jamaica are empowered and liberated financially,” Mrs. Ffolkes-Abrahams said as she addressed a...

Chief Executive Officer of the Public Sector Transformation Unit, Patricia Sinclair McCalla, says Jamaica has produced exemplary women in representational politics over the years despite the challenges they have faced. Some of the challenges she alluded to include: lack of resources to support the female candidate; the social construct of the society; environmental issues and reproductive responsibilities. In pointing out...

His Royal Highness, Prince Henry of Wales (always known as Prince Harry), Tuesday March 6 unveiled the ‘Rings of Life’ at the Victoria Jubilee Hospital (VJH) in downtown Kingston on the first full day on activities of his four-day official visit to Jamaica. The statue, which is the work of master sculptor, Basil Watson, marks three events in 2012: The...