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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (second left), addresses residents and team members from the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA), ahead of a clean-up exercise in West Kingston on Thursday (May 8) under the NSWMA’s ‘Pass di Broom’ campaign.
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (second left), addresses residents and team members from the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA), ahead of a clean-up exercise in West Kingston on Thursday (May 8) under the NSWMA’s ‘Pass di Broom’ campaign.

Massive West Kingston Clean-Up under NSWMA’s Pass di Broom Campaign

Residents of West Kingston are now enjoying a cleaner, more pleasant environment following the removal of bulky waste, derelict vehicles and backlogged garbage from several communities on Thursday (May 8). The major clean up activity was done by the National...
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (centre), shares a photo opportunity with residents and volunteers prior to the start of a major clean-up exercise in Kingston Western, for which he is the Member of Parliament, on Thursday (May 8). The mass clean-up formed part of the National Solid Waste Management Authority’s ‘Pass di Broom” public education campaign.
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (centre), shares a photo opportunity with residents and volunteers prior to the start of a major clean-up exercise in Kingston Western, for which he is the Member of Parliament, on Thursday (May 8). The mass clean-up formed part of the National Solid Waste Management Authority’s ‘Pass di Broom” public education campaign.

PHOTOS: NSWMA Mass Clean-Up in Kingston Western
Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon (centre), shares a moment with staff of the St. James Family Court at the inaugural Judiciary Day celebrations held at the court in Montego Bay on Wednesday ( May 7).
Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon (centre), shares a moment with staff of the St. James Family Court at the inaugural Judiciary Day celebrations held at the court in Montego Bay on Wednesday ( May 7).

Rule of Law Applies to Everyone – Councillor Vernon
Executive Director, Social Development Commission (SDC), Omar Frith, addresses the agency’s National Staff Summit at the Jamaica Conference Centre in downtown Kingston on Tuesday (May 6). The event was held under the theme ‘Reset. Rebuild. Reignite. SDC in Transition’.
Executive Director, Social Development Commission (SDC), Omar Frith, addresses the agency’s National Staff Summit at the Jamaica Conference Centre in downtown Kingston on Tuesday (May 6). The event was held under the theme ‘Reset. Rebuild. Reignite. SDC in Transition’.

Social Development Commission to Conduct Programme Review
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, greets Social Development Commission (SDC) Community Development Officer, Allison Hurge, during the SDC’s National Staff Summit at the Jamaica Conference Centre in downtown Kingston on Tuesday (May 6).
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, greets Social Development Commission (SDC) Community Development Officer, Allison Hurge, during the SDC’s National Staff Summit at the Jamaica Conference Centre in downtown Kingston on Tuesday (May 6).

Gov’t to Engage SDC in Hurricane Season Preparations

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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, speaks to employees of the Social Development Commission (SDC) at the agency’s inaugural National Staff Summit, held at the Jamaica Conference Centre in downtown Kingston, on Tuesday (May 6).
Local Government

SDC Lauded for Role in National Development

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, has lauded the Social Development Commission (SDC) as a cornerstone of national development and a “shining example” within the Ministry. The Minister also praised the agency for being one of the most transparent and accountable organisations in the country. Mr. McKenzie was speaking at the SDC’s inaugural National Staff Summit...
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Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby (right), pays his respects to those children who died under violent circumstances, at the Secret Garden Monument in downtown Kingston. The Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) hosted its annual Child Month Candlelight Vigil on Sunday (May 4).
CommunityDevelopmentLocal GovernmentYouth

Jamaicans Urged to Create a Safe and Nurturing Environment for Children

Jamaicans are being implored to create a safe and nurturing environment for the nation’s children. The call was made by Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, at the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) annual Child Month Candlelight Vigil, on May 4, at the Secret Garden Monument in downtown Kingston. Mayor Swaby said the monument, which was constructed 17...
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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (second left), looks at a drain in Arizona Avenue in Portmore, St. Catherine, during a site visit to the community on Tuesday (April 22), to get a first-hand look at drain issues impacting residents. Looking on are (from left) Mayor of Portmore, Leon Thomas; Chief Technical Director in the Ministry, Dwight Wilson; Assistant Parish Manager for National Works Agency (NWA), St. Catherine, Courtney Mullings; and Councillor for the Independence City Division, Courtney Edwards.
Local Government

Local Government Ministry To Address Collapsed Drain In Texas Avenue, Portmore

The Ministry of Local Government and Community Development is moving quickly to undertake drainage remediation in Texas Avenue in Portmore, St. Catherine, to address a collapsed channel wall, which is impacting several homes. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, gave the pledge during a site visit to the area on Tuesday (April 22). He stopped at the home of Adrian Parnell,...
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Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade, Stewart Beckford.
CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

Event Promoters and Organisers Urged to Apply Early for Fire-Safety Permits

Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade, Stewart Beckford, is reminding event promoters and organisers to apply early for fire-safety permits. Speaking with JIS News recently, Mr. Beckford noted that this is to ensure that all necessary inspections are done and safety measures are in place ahead of public gatherings. He explained that once an application is submitted, the Fire Prevention...
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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie.
CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

Rehabilitated Roadway Opens in Trysee, St. Ann

Residents of Trysee in St. Ann are celebrating a significant event in their community, as the official opening of a newly rehabilitated roadway took place on Monday, April 15. The event was marked by a brief ceremony hosted by the St. Ann Municipal Corporation. Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, and other officials participated in the...
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