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The Labour Minister said the other members of the Commission have been identified and invited to serve, and as soon as a new Chairman has been appointed, the public will be informed.

Ministry to Identify New Chair for Labour Market Commission

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security is working to identify a new chairman for the Labour Market Commission (LMC), so that the body can begin its work of reviewing existing labour policies and programmes. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Derrick Kellier...

Mrs. Colette K. Roberts-Risden, has been appointed as Permanent Secretary to the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, with effect from January 1, 2015.

Appointment Of Permanent Secretary Ministry Of Labour And Social Security

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Derrick Kellier

Consultations for Code Of Practice for Disabilities Community Begin Monday

Minister with Responsibility for the Public Service in the Ministry of Finance and Planning, Hon. Horace Dalley (second left) with the newly selected Civil Servant of the Year 2014, Senior Customs Officer at the Jamaica Customs Agency, Sean Barrow (second right). Mr. Barrow was chosen as this year’s top civil servant during the official launch of Civil Service Week 2014 at the Knutsford Court Hotel in Kingston on Friday (November 14). Also pictured (from left) are: President of the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ), Christopher Zacca; and Presiden of the, Jamaica Civil Service Association, O’Neil Grant.

PSOJ Head Lauds Civil Servants

Senator Navel Clarke (left), in conversation with Minister of Justice, Senator Mark Golding, during the sitting of the Senate on October 31. The Senate passed the Employment (Flexible Work Arrangements) (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill. The flexi-work arrangement is intended to increase employment opportunities, enhance productivity and afford workers the opportunity to better structure their lives through a flexible employee/employer work agreement.

Senate Approves Flexi Work Arrangement Bill

Former President of the Senate, Syringa Marshall-Burnett.

12 years ago LabourSenate

Condolence Book Opens October 29 for Former Senate President

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security will open a condolence book for the late former President of the Senate, Mrs. Syringa Marshall-Burnett, CD, at its North Street office in Kingston, on Wednesday, October 29. Minister of Labour and Social Security, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Derrick Kellier, is expected to sign, along with Permanent Secretary, Mr. Alvin McIntosh; Executive Director...

Sixty-five year old Vivienne Castro will receive the Badge of Honour for Long and Faithful Service to the National Insurance Scheme(NIS), at the National Honours and Awards Ceremony on October 20, at King’s House.

12 years ago LabourOffice of the Prime Minister

National Honouree Believes in Service

Sixty-five year old Vivienne Castro, a former employee of the National Insurance Scheme (NIS), is the epitome of dedicated and faithful service to country and her fellow man. During her 42 years at the NIS, she often went beyond the call of duty to ensure that persons contributed towards a pension or other benefit for themselves and their families. Retired...

12 years ago Finance & Public ServiceLabour

Pensioners to Receive Cheques in New Customer Friendly Format

Beginning this month, pensioners across the island will receive their certificates and cheques from the Accountant General’s Department (AGD) in a new customer friendly pressure sealed format. In an interview with JIS News, Accountant General, Carlene Murdock, said the change is part of an ongoing process of modernization at the AGD. She noted that a Modernization and Programming team at...

12 years ago Labour

12 Senior Citizens in St. Catherine to be Honoured

Twelve senior citizens will be honoured by the St. Catherine-based Friendship Sport and Community Club or their contribution to community development. They will be presented with plaques, gift baskets, among other items, at a function to be held on October 26 at the Friendship Primary School. The event is set to commence at 3:30 p.m., and will see the elders...

Executive Chairman of the Lasco Group of Companies, Hon. Lascelles Chin, addresses the 2014 Convention of the Jamaica Association of Administrative Professionals, held at the Hilton Rose Hall Resort in Montego Bay, St. James, on October 4. In his address, Mr. Chin gave his support to the Government’s flexi-work arrangements, stating that it will boost productivity.

12 years ago Labour

Lascelles Chin Supports Flexi-Work Bill

Executive Chairman of the Lasco Group of Companies, Hon. Lascelles Chin, has expressed support for the flexible working arrangements, which are being introduced under the Employment (Flexible Work Arrangements) (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill, 2014. Addressing the 2014 Convention of the Jamaica Association of Administrative Professionals (JAAP), at the Hilton Rose Hall Resort, in Montego Bay, St. James, on October 4, Mr....

Senior Citizen Beverly Edwards being tutored by computer instructor at the Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library, Adrian Gilman, as part of the Seniors Computer Training Programme which Mrs. Edwards implemented while working at the National Council for Senior Citizens.

12 years ago Labour

Beverly Edwards – Senior Citizen Leading By Example

There is no slowing down for the passionate and vivacious senior citizen, Beverly Edwards, who continues to play a vital role in national development. Born in Westmoreland and raised in St. Mary with her grandparents, Mrs. Edwards learnt, from an early age, the importance of hard work and respect for others. These are traits which have allowed her to excel in...

Minister of Labour and Social Security Minister, Hon. Derrick Kellier (right) breaks ground for the construction of a $30 million Early Stimulation Programme (ESP) facility in Portland, which will cater to children with disabilities. He is being assisted by (from left): Mayor of Port Antonio, Councillor Benny White; Member of Parliament, West Portland, Daryl Vaz; Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Digicel Foundation, Samantha Chantrelle; and Executive Director of the ESP, Antonica Gunter-Gayle. The ground breaking ceremony took place on Wednesday (October 1) in Orange Bay.

12 years ago Labour

$30 Million Facility for Disabled Children in Portland

Children with disabilities in Portland and surrounding parishes are to benefit from the construction of a $30 million Early Stimulation Programme (ESP) intervention centre. Ground was broken for the facility yesterday (October 1), which is being constructed by the Government through funding from Digicel Foundation. To be situated in Orange Bay, the centre will accommodate over 100 children and 10...