The National Works Agency (NWA) is urging motorcyclists to desist from using the recently installed foot bridge in Troy, Trelawny. This temporary foot bridge was installed in December 2024, under a multimillion-dollar contract to reconstruct the failed Troy Bridge. The collapse of the bridge disconnected the community of Troy, from neighbouring communities in Manchester, displacing several residents, including farmers and...

Works have now commenced to replace a bridge in the community of Nightingale Grove (aka Spring Village) in St. Catherine. The roadway was closed in 2023 after the existing structure was compromised. Physical works for the bridge replacement project commenced this week and is scheduled to be completed by the end of this year. Manager of Communication and Customer Services...

Following extensive consultations with the security forces, the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth, and Information is advising that schools in the Spanish Town area may reopen for face-toface classes tomorrow, Friday, January 24, 2025. The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has signalled that they will be maintaining a robust security presence in and around affected communities. In light of this development,...

The Accountant General’s Department wishes to inform the public that there may be delays in contacting our office and receiving in-person services on Friday, January 17, 2025 due to a disruption in our electrical systems. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. We would also like to remind you of...

As Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) kicks off the current Tax Season, it is advising business persons that the annual Income Tax due date is Monday, March 17, 2025, as the usual March 15 due date falls on the weekend. This means that all categories of Income Tax filers have until March 17 to file their Annual Income Tax Returns for...

Effective, tomorrow, Friday, January 17, 2025, the Benson Ford in St. Andrew will be reduced to single lane traffic and thereafter closed for a period of one week. The Ford is being closed by the National Works Agency (NWA) in order to correct defects in the concrete slab. The defects are in relation to the $19.2 million works that were...

The Public Procurement Commission (PPC) continues to champion transparency, accountability, and efficiency in Jamaica's public procurement processes. Executive Director Mrs Nadia Morris is highlighting that as the safeguard in the acquisition of goods, works, and services, the PPC plays a pivotal role in ensuring good governance and the responsible use of public resources. PPC Streamlines Procurement Reviews Mrs Morris, emphasizes...