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Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. the Hon. Peter Phillips, updates journalists on fiscal matters discussed at the recent two-day Cabinet retreat, at a media briefing, hosted by Information Minister, Senator the Hon. Sandrea Falconer, at Jamaica House, on Wednesday, September 17.
Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. the Hon. Peter Phillips, updates journalists on fiscal matters discussed at the recent two-day Cabinet retreat, at a media briefing, hosted by Information Minister, Senator the Hon. Sandrea Falconer, at Jamaica House, on Wednesday, September 17.

Cabinet Committee to Identify and Remove Growth Impediments

The Government has mandated a Cabinet sub-committee to identify and remove impediments to growth projects, as well as pinpoint general economic measures to be undertaken, in order to enhance Gross Domestic Product (GDP) levels. Minister of Finance and Planning, Hon....
Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. the Hon. Peter Phillips (centre), updates journalists on matters discussed at the recent two-day Cabinet retreat, at a media briefing, hosted by Information Minister, Senator the Hon. Sandrea Falconer (left), at Jamaica House, on September 17. At right is Financial Secretary, Mr. Devon Rowe.
Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. the Hon. Peter Phillips (centre), updates journalists on matters discussed at the recent two-day Cabinet retreat, at a media briefing, hosted by Information Minister, Senator the Hon. Sandrea Falconer (left), at Jamaica House, on September 17. At right is Financial Secretary, Mr. Devon Rowe.

PIOJ Says Growth Could Reach 3% in 2015/16
Journalists at the Gleaner Company Limited, Arthur Hall (left) and Ryon Jones, accept the winning trophy in the 2013/14 Fair Play Awards from Chairman of Jamaica Broilers Group, Robert Levy (right), during a ceremony on Tuesday, September 16, at the Terra Nova Hotel in St. Andrew. The Gleaner took the top prize for the entry entitled ‘Inappropriate Sexual Education’.
Journalists at the Gleaner Company Limited, Arthur Hall (left) and Ryon Jones, accept the winning trophy in the 2013/14 Fair Play Awards from Chairman of Jamaica Broilers Group, Robert Levy (right), during a ceremony on Tuesday, September 16, at the Terra Nova Hotel in St. Andrew. The Gleaner took the top prize for the entry entitled ‘Inappropriate Sexual Education’.

Gleaner Cops $500,000 Top Prize in Fair Play Awards
Minister with responsibility for Information, Senator the Hon. Sandrea Falconer, addressing Wednesday’s (February 12) Jamaica House press briefing at the Office of the Prime Minister in Kingston. (FILE)
Minister with responsibility for Information, Senator the Hon. Sandrea Falconer, addressing Wednesday’s (February 12) Jamaica House press briefing at the Office of the Prime Minister in Kingston. (FILE)

Minister Falconer Hails Clare Forrester As A ‘Giant Of Caribbean Journalism’
Principal of the Montego Bay Community College in St. James, Dr. Angela Harris (right), peruses reading material at the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) booth, during a book fair held on September 4, on the grounds of the institution. Assisting her are Administrative Assistant at the JIS Regional Office, Ann Marie Whittingham (centre) and Technician, Avair Nembhard.
Principal of the Montego Bay Community College in St. James, Dr. Angela Harris (right), peruses reading material at the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) booth, during a book fair held on September 4, on the grounds of the institution. Assisting her are Administrative Assistant at the JIS Regional Office, Ann Marie Whittingham (centre) and Technician, Avair Nembhard.

JIS Supports Montego Bay Community College’s Book Fair

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Huntley Medley Appointed Director of Communication and Public Affairs Division

The Office of the Prime Minister announces the appointment of Mr. Huntley Medley as Director of Communication and Public Affairs. The Director of Communication and Public Affairs is part of a new Communications structure and has overall responsibility for the management of the operations of the Communication and Public Affairs Division of the Office of the Prime Minister which comprises...
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Minister with responsibility for Information, Senator the Hon. Sandrea Falconer. (FILE)
InformationOffice of the Prime Minister

Government Confirms Plane Crash

Minister with responsibility for Information, Senator the Hon. Sandrea Falconer, has confirmed preliminary reports that a plane crashed 14 miles North East of Portland, on Friday, September 5. The Jamaican Government, she said, has dispatched a Search and Rescue Team and a military helicopter. “The Authorities are in constant touch with the United States (US) Southern Command, which we understand...
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Senior Corporate Relations Manager at Digicel, Tricia Williams-Singh (2nd left), along with Civil Servant of the Year, Miss Enthrose Campbell (right), observe while children familiarize themselves with one of five computers donated by Digicel to the Treadways Gospel Assembly, in St. Catherine, for a community homework centre. The computers, which were acquired through the lobbying efforts of Miss Campbell, were handed over on August 26.
Finance & Public ServiceInformation

Church Gets Help from Civil Servant of the Year to Set Up Homework Centre

Plans by the Treadways Gospel Assembly to establish a homework centre for the community, has been bolstered by the gift of four computers, a printer and one month free Internet service from Digicel, made possible through the lobbying efforts of Civil Servant of the Year, Miss Enthrose Campbell. Speaking with JIS News, at the St. Catherine-based church where the presentation...
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Past President of the Rotary Club of Liguanea Plains, Novlet Deans (second right), presents Deputy Chief Executive Officer/Chief State Liaison, Jamaica Information Service (JIS), Ian Boyne (left), with a certificate of appreciation, during the Club’s weekly meeting at the Eden Gardens Wellness Resort and Spa, in Kingston, on August 15. At right is President of the Club, Patrick Evelyn.
InformationOffice of the Prime Minister

Jamaicans Urged to Cultivate Spirit of Optimism

Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Jamaica Information Service (JIS), Mr. Ian Boyne, is encouraging Jamaicans to cultivate a spirit of optimism and a ‘can-do attitude’, even as they navigate their way through the current economic challenges. Mr. Boyne, who is also Chief State Liaison, said it is important for Jamaicans to seek out the opportunities present in times of significant challenges,...
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Minister of Transport, Works, Dr. the Hon. Omar Davies (left), affixes his signature to Final Framework Agreement regarding negotiations involving the Portland Bight development project, during a ceremony held at the Office of the Prime Minister on Tuesday, August 5. Also signing (from centre) are President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Port Authority of Jamaica, Professor Gordon Shirley; and General Manager of CHEC, Zhongdong Tang. The agreement is a record of their understanding of the general terms and conditions on which negotiations for the project will continue.
InformationOffice of the Prime Minister

No Work Has Started At Portland Bight

No construction or development work has started at Portland Bight. The only activity that is underway is the detailed technical work to complete the feasibility studies prior to making a submission to the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) and other regulatory agencies for approval. Once all approvals are in place only then will the project be submitted to the...
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Media Accreditation for Grand Gala

Journalists who will be covering the Independence Day Grand Gala, at the National Stadium in Kingston, on Wednesday August 6, must be accredited. The Jamaica Information Service (JIS) is the designated agency responsible for media accreditation for the stellar event. Accreditation forms are currently on the JIS website – www.jis.gov.jm. Persons may download and complete these, and have the approved...
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