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...

Cabinet is to consider a submission for the establishment of a Municipal Court and enhancement of the Municipal Police Force (MPF). This was disclosed by Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Noel Arscott, during his contribution to the 2013/14 Sectoral Debate on June 11, in the House of Representatives. He informed that a joint submission from his Ministry...

Cabinet has approved the issuing of drafting instructions to the Chief Parliamentary Counsel for enactment of the Insolvency Act and amendments to the Companies Act. Speaking at the Jamaica House press briefing held at the Office of the Prime Minister on Thursday, June 6, Minister with responsibility for Information, Senator the Hon. Sandrea Falconer, said the amendments will bring the...

A proposal is to be submitted to Cabinet for the review and approval of a National Athlete Insurance and Retirement Benefits Plan. Minister with responsibility for Sport, Hon. Natalie Neita Headley, made the announcement on Wednesday, June 5, during her contribution to the 2013/14 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives. She said that once approval is granted, “we will...

Jamaica’s Sport Policy and Sport for Development, Growth and Equity Fuelling Sporting Success for Future Development Salutations and Thanks: Mr. Speaker, I remain eternally grateful to the Almighty for everlasting grace and mercy. The constituents of St. Catherine North Central are responsible for my continued presence in this Honourable House to serve my country at the highest level. To them,...

The Government is to establish a Commercial Task Force within the Attorney General’s Chambers, aimed at providing legal advice on potential strategic investment projects. Attorney General, Hon. Patrick Atkinson, made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2013/2014 Sectoral Debate in the House on May 29. He noted that Jamaica is poised to receive a significant volume of new investments,...