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Managing Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton, speaking at recent JIS Think Tank.

HEART/NSTA Hospitality Graduates in High Demand

Graduates of the HEART College of Hospitality Services are some of the most highly sought-after workers by key players in the tourism and hospitality sector, says Managing Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton. Speaking at a recent Jamaica...

Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with oversight for Skills and Digital Transformation, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, speaks in the Senate on Friday (December 8).

New Offences Recommended for Inclusion in Cybercrimes Act

Minister without portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Skills and Digital Transformation, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, delivers the keynote address during Wednesday’s (December 6) launch of FunDoo at the National Commercial Bank (NCB) Wellness and Recreational Centre in Kingston.

UNICEF Launches Life Skills Chatbot for Youth

Digital padlock icon, cyber security network and data protection technology on virtual interface screen.

Data Protection Act Takes Effect Today

‘One Jamaica’ App Being Proposed for Accessing Multiple Gov’t Services

2 years ago Office of the Prime Minister

Pilot for Birth Certificates in Braille to Start in December

The pilot for the printing of the Jamaican birth certificate in braille is expected to commence in December. Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with Responsibility for Skills and Digital Transformation, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, made the disclosure on Wednesday (November 29), while addressing a Government of Jamaica (GOJ) Technology Showcase at the...

2 years ago Office of the Prime Minister

Persons to Access Free Digital Services at Post Offices Next Year

Come next year, the Government will be rolling out digital service providers at post offices islandwide, assuring Jamaicans of inclusion in the ongoing digital transformation. Making the announcement, Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with Responsibility for Skills and Digital Transformation, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, informed that the service points will be “dedicated...

Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), with responsibility for Information, Hon. Robert Morgan, speaks in the House of Representatives on November 28.

2 years ago Office of the Prime Minister

OPM and AEROTEL Ltd. to SIGN MOU for Transfer of Kool97fm

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is to be signed between the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) and AEROTEL Limited to facilitate the transfer of radio station Kool97FM for the consolidation of government communications. Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Information, Hon. Robert Morgan, made the disclosure during yesterday’s (November 28) sitting of...

Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Information, Hon. Robert Morgan.

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ATI Unit Services Being Bolstered

Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Information, Hon. Robert Morgan, says the Access to Information (ATI) Unit is undertaking pivotal initiatives aimed at elevating its services. “There is an upgrade taking place, currently, of the ATI website, as well as aligning it to modern accessibility standards,” he indicated. Mr. Morgan said the vision...

Minister with responsibility for Information and Member of Parliament for Clarendon North Central, Hon. Robert Morgan, makes his contribution to the State of the Constituency Debate in the House of Representatives on November 28. Listening are State Minister for National Security and Member of Parliament West Rural St. Andrew Hon. Juliet Cuthbert Flynn (left), and Member of Parliament for Portland Eastern, Ann-Marie Vaz.

2 years ago InformationOffice of the Prime Minister

Broadcasters Commence Testing for Digital Switchover

Various broadcasters have commenced testing for digital switchover (DSO), says Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Information, Hon. Robert Morgan. DSO refers to the transition from analogue television broadcasting to digital television broadcasting. It will involve a phased transition from the outdated analogue technology to the Advanced Television Systems Committee (ATSC) 3.0, also...

2 years ago Office of the Prime Minister

HEART and INFOTEP Sign TVET Letter of Intent

The HEART/NSTA Trust and the National Institute of Technical-Vocational Training (INFOTEP), Dominican Republic, have signed a letter of intent to enhance the quality and delivery of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Jamaica. The partnership will facilitate virtual and in-person exchanges of best practices aimed at strengthening professional education among TVET leaders and educators. It will also support...

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Importance of Technical and Vocational Education and Training Underscored

Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with Oversight for Skills and Digital Transformation, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, is urging parents to encourage their children to pursue careers in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). She said the view that TVET is only pursued by students who did not succeed on the traditional...