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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 21).
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 21).

Gov’t Sourcing Funding for Coastal Highway Expansion Projects

The South St. Elizabeth Extension Project has gone through the Public Investment Appraisal Branch (PIAB) process, and the source of funding for its execution is being identified by Government. “We expect to tender the project during the 2025/26 financial year,”...
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, delivers a statement in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 21).
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, delivers a statement in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 21).

Montego Bay Perimeter Road Project Approximately 55 Per Cent Complete
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 21).
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 21).

Gov’t Looking To Repair and Reopen Ocho Rios Port Main Terminal By September
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, announcing the new Speed Task Force to reduce bureaucracy and enhance efficiency in doing business. He was delivering the keynote address at the Jamaica Stock Exchange Investments & Capital Markets Conference held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Tuesday (January 21).
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, announcing the new Speed Task Force to reduce bureaucracy and enhance efficiency in doing business. He was delivering the keynote address at the Jamaica Stock Exchange Investments & Capital Markets Conference held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Tuesday (January 21).

PM Announces Task Force To Improve Speed of Doing Business
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, makes a statement in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 21).
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, makes a statement in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 21).

Jamaica Appoints Special Envoy for Climate Change, Environment, Ocean, And Blue Economy

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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, gives a statement to the House of Representatives on the Government’s Special CAPEX Programme, during Tuesday’s (January 21) sitting.
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Grange Lane Dualisation Project Now 60 Per Cent Complete

Work on the Grange Lane dualisation project in St. Catherine is now 60 per cent complete. This was announced by Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, who provided a project update during a statement to the House of Representatives on the Government’s Special CAPEX Programme, on Tuesday (January 21). “Upon its completion, work will shift to Braeton Road...
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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 14).
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House Approves Amendments to NRCA And WLP Acts to Increase Fines

The House of Representatives approved amendments to the Natural Resources Conservation Authority (NRCA) Act and the Wild Life Protection (WLP) Act on January 14, to allow for an increase in fines and related custodial sentences. Piloting the legislation, Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, said both laws are administered by the...
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Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, addresses the House of Representatives on January 14.
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House Amends Income Tax Act

The House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 14) passed amendments to the Income Tax Act, codifying the revenue measures that were announced in the 2024/25 Budget. Piloting the legislation, Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, said with strong macroeconomic fundamentals, the Government was able to introduce measures aimed at facilitating trade, reducing administrative inefficiencies and offsetting...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, and Member of Parliament for St. Catherine Central, Hon. Olivia Grange, distributes care packages to senior citizens during the annual Christmas treat hosted by the Houses of Parliament on Wednesday (December 18). The event was held on the grounds of Gordon House in Kingston.
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Houses of Parliament Bring Christmas Cheer to Children, Senior Citizens

Children and senior citizens from Mark Lane and nearby communities came together for a festive Christmas celebration hosted by the Houses of Parliament on Wednesday (Dec. 18) on the Gordon House grounds. Members of Parliament were on hand to share in the festivities and distribute meals, gifts and care packages. Member of Parliament for East Rural St. Andrew, the Most...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, smiles as she observes children enjoying a fun ride during the annual Christmas treat hosted by the Houses of Parliament on Wednesday (December 18) at the Gardens of Parliament in Kingston. This year’s event featured a health village for senior citizens and kiddies park for children.
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PHOTOS: Houses of Parliament Christmas Treat

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, smiles as she observes children enjoying a fun ride during the annual Christmas treat hosted by the Houses of Parliament on Wednesday (December 18) at the Gardens of Parliament in Kingston. This year’s event featured a health village for senior citizens and kiddies park for children.
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Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister (West) and Member of Parliament for St. James Southern, Hon. Homer Davis, makes his contribution to the 2024/25 Constituency Debate in the House of Representatives recently.
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Scores of St. James Southern Residents Benefit from Assistance

Scores of residents of St. James Southern have benefited from welfare support, skills training and work placement, says Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister (West) and Member of Parliament (MP), Hon. Homer Davis. In his recent contribution to the 2024/25 Constituency Debate in the House of Representatives, Mr. Davis informed that 50 persons have received assistance...
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