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This year, we celebrate 80 years of modern day activism on the part of Jamaican workers. In 1938, workers from Frome in Westmoreland to Serge Island in St Thomas, in the East and including notably the port workers of Kingston … Continued
Mr Speaker, We all gain membership in this Honourable House through the support and very often the sacrifices of others. Let me express my own gratitude to my constituents in East Central St Andrew who have have kept me as … Continued
Let me wish all of you a happy, safe and productive New Year. As we usher in 2018, let us thank the Almighty for his many blessings that have sustained this past year. Even as we endured floods and the … Continued
My fellow Jamaicans, Season’s Greetings. Christmas is traditionally the time of the year when we embrace our family and friends and care for the less fortunate as we celebrate the spirit of our Saviour by spreading peace and love in … Continued
My fellow Jamaicans, As we celebrate the 55th anniversary of our Independence, we can be justly proud of our achievements. We remain one of the few countries in the world which has maintained a stable parliamentary democracy where the rights … Continued
My fellow Jamaicans: I greet you in the spirit of the freedom that we now celebrate annually on Emancipation Day. This celebration is a timely reminder of the struggles waged by our forebears against plantation slavery for over two centuries. … Continued
‘Protecting the Interest of Workers As We Build A Jamaica That Works for All’ My fellow Jamaicans. Labour Day 2017, provides us with the opportunity to once again honour and celebrate the tremendous contribution of the workers of Jamaica to … Continued
New President of the People’s National Party (PNP), Dr. Peter Phillips, was sworn in yesterday (April 3), as Leader of the Opposition, at King’s House. He was presented with the Instrument of Appointment by Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. … Continued
Outgoing Leader of the Opposition, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, is proposing that a Special Standing Committee on Social Security be established in Parliament, aimed at increasing participation in pension schemes. The Committee, she suggested, should also focus on … Continued
My fellow Jamaicans at home and in the Diaspora: I greet you on this New Year’s Day in the positive spirit that the New Year brings. The dawning of a New Year also comes with opportunities for new beginnings in … Continued
Joy to the world, the Lord is come. Let Earth receive her King! It is Christmas and I greet all my fellow Jamaicans at home and abroad in the true spirit of the Season. I welcome warmly to our shores, … Continued
I extend sincere congratulations to Donald J. Trump on being elected President of the United States of America. He joins a select group of men who have attained the distinction of becoming Leader of the Free World. This job carries … Continued
My fellow Jamaicans and visitors to our beautiful Island. Our dynamic heritage is a celebration of the Jamaican people – past, present and future. Our heritage defines our identity as a people and serves as a guide to the future we … Continued
My fellow Jamaicans here at home and the millions in the Diaspora, I wish you all a happy Independence. Independence is the celebration of the best of Jamaica;our dynamic culture and the many achievements of our people. Our people have … Continued
Prime Minister the Most Hon. Andrew Holness and his Cabinet have commended the personnel at the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) for their prompt and efficient response to the threats from Tropical Storm Earl. Director General of the Office of … Continued
My fellow Jamaicans; Labour Day signals the end of Workers’ Week, in which the nation pays tribute to all our workers. It is also a time when we reflect on Jamaica’s proud history of struggle and the triumph of our … Continued
Hundreds of persons from all walks of life turned out to pay their final respects to late trade unionist and political representative, Derrick Rochester at the Official Funeral service held on May 1. Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir … Continued
Leader of the Opposition, Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller is extending condolences to the family and colleagues of Woman Corporal Judith Williams, who died in hospital on Friday after being shot by gunmen in Kingston Thursday morning. “It is extremely … Continued
On International Women’s Day, I reflect on the tremendous contribution that women have made to the social, economic, cultural and political development of Jamaica. I am honoured to have led Governments that consistently demonstrated a commitment to real empowerment of … Continued
2015 Christmas Message From the Leader of the Opposition Andrew Holness, MP The Christmas season is bundled with joyous festivities, merriment, and an underlying consumerism. It is also a period when we focus on spending quality time with … Continued