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A Bill seeking to address the import of aquaculture products into Jamaica, and to establish proper and adequate guidelines for all aspects of the fishing industry, was passed in the House of Representatives on July 16. The Aquaculture, Inland and Marine Products and By-Products (Inspection, Licensing and Export) (Change of Name and Amendment) Act, 2013, was approved without any amendment....

A Bill seeking to provide a modern legislative framework for the administration of trademarks in Jamaica was passed in the House of Representatives on July 16. Debate on the Trademarks (Amendment) Act began on Tuesday, July 9 and was piloted by Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton. Continuing the debate before passage of the Bill, Minister of...

An Act to Repeal the Defamation Act and Libel and Slander Act', also known as the Defamation Bill, was passed today (July 12) in the Senate. The Bill addresses inadequacies in the existing libel law and promotes speedy and non-litigious methods of resolving disputes. Among the provisions are: the abolition of the distinction between libel and slander and the establishment...

President of the Senate, Senator Floyd Morris, says having a sound education as well as a clear vision of what one wants to achieve in life, are among factors, which will ensure one’s survival in these challenging times. He said many Jamaicans are facing financial strains and the stresses of family life, and they will have to dig deep into...

The Senate, on July 5, commenced debate on a Bill entitled: ‘An Act to Repeal the Defamation Act and Libel and Slander Act’, also known as the Defamation Bill, during its sitting at Gordon House, downtown Kingston. The Bill, which was piloted by Justice Minister, Senator the Hon. Mark Golding, seeks to amend Jamaica’s defamation laws to address inadequacies identified...

Mr Speaker, my contribution to this 2013/14 Sectoral Debate comes two days after June 30th, the date of Jamaica’s first quarterly test under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) Agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Mr. Speaker, although the final information is not yet available, being so close to the end of the month, we are confident of success because...

Mr. Speaker, I am extremely pleased to rise to make my contribution to the Sectoral Debate, and I would like to thank the Most Honourable Prime Minister for affording me the opportunity to serve in the capacity of Minister of Tourism and Entertainment. Congratulations to the Speaker, Clerk and the committed staff of the House for the good job you...

Cabinet has given approval for the implementation of a backlog reduction strategy, to deal with the high number of court cases and their slow rate of disposal. Making the announcement at a Jamaica House press briefing on Wednesday, June 26, at the Office of the Prime Minister, Information Minister, Senator the Hon. Sandrea Falconer, explained that from 2007, the Jamaica...

Mr Speaker, against the background of the earlier presentation made by senior Minister the Honourable Noel Arscott, allow me to enhance the demonstration of the Ministry’s effort to develop communities by involving everybody, through community empowerment and social interventions, in the business of local governance. To achieve the desired result; to facilitate the development of settlements and communities that can...

Mr. Speaker, the theme of my presentation, “Restoring the Hope – Building Entrepreneurs”, is based on Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future”. This theme is supportive of the overall thrust of the Government towards achieving...

It is with a sense of anticipation that I am here this morning, and it is my distinct pleasure to be a part of this ground breaking event, and to be delivering the opening remarks. Ladies and gentlemen, I believe that once this festival concludes we would have witnessed a display of talent and energy that demonstrates the possibilities that...

Mr. Speaker, I consider it an honour to be afforded the opportunity to address this Honourable House again as the Member for South East St. Ann and to participate in the Sectoral Debate for the second time as Minister with responsibility for Youth and Culture. In the gallery this afternoon are some of the most resilient and hardworking people that...