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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, making his contribution to the 2025/26 Budget Debate in the House of Representatives on March 20.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, making his contribution to the 2025/26 Budget Debate in the House of Representatives on March 20.

24 Interceptor Vessels Being Acquired for Border Patrol

The Government is further enhancing border security with the acquisition of 24 surface interceptor vessels this year. These are high-speed, specialised boats designed for rapid maritime interception and patrol, often used for counter-narcotics operations, maritime security, and border patrol. Prime...
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes his contribution to the 2025/26 Budget Debate in the House of Representatives on Thursday (March 20).
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes his contribution to the 2025/26 Budget Debate in the House of Representatives on Thursday (March 20).

RWSL Embarking on Six CDB-Funded Projects to Transform Access for Over 38,000 Jamaicans
Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Michael Holness ON, PC, MP.
Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Michael Holness ON, PC, MP.

60 Buses to Launch Dedicated School Bus System by September 2025
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), turns on the valve at the commissioning ceremony for the Middle Quarters Pipeline Project in St. Elizabeth on March 14. Observing are Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, with responsibility for Water, Hon. Matthew Samuda (third left); Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (third right), and other dignitaries.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), turns on the valve at the commissioning ceremony for the Middle Quarters Pipeline Project in St. Elizabeth on March 14. Observing are Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, with responsibility for Water, Hon. Matthew Samuda (third left); Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (third right), and other dignitaries.

Prime Minister Urges Jamaicans to Remain Firm and Resolute Against Criminals
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre) turns on the valve at the commissioning ceremony for the Runnit Pipeline Project in St. Elizabeth on March 14. Looking on (from left) are Member of Parliament for St. Elizabeth North Eastern, Delroy Slowley and Minister without portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Water, Hon. Matthew Samuda.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre) turns on the valve at the commissioning ceremony for the Runnit Pipeline Project in St. Elizabeth on March 14. Looking on (from left) are Member of Parliament for St. Elizabeth North Eastern, Delroy Slowley and Minister without portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Water, Hon. Matthew Samuda.

Prime Minister Tours Water Project in St. Elizabeth

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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the official launch of Infiniti Cooperative Credit Union Limited at AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston recently.
Finance & Public ServicePrime Minister

Prime Minister Encourages Savings Culture Amid Record-Low Unemployment in Jamaica

As the country enjoys historically low unemployment rates, Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, encourages Jamaicans to save a portion of their income and embrace fiscal prudence. Jamaica’s unemployment rate has stood at a record low 3.5 per cent as of October 2024. This represents a decrease from the previous record of 3.6 per cent in July 2024,...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second right), at the unveiling of a monument in honour of healthcare workers who died while combatting the COVID-19 pandemic, today (March 10), at the National Chest Hospital in St. Andrew. Also at the unveiling are (from left) Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor-McKenzie; Professor of Public Health and Ageing, University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona, Dr. Denise Eldemire-Shearer; Leader of the Opposition, Mark Golding, and Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton.
Health & WellnessPrime Minister

Jamaica Better Equipped to Deal with Another Crisis Such as Covid-19 Pandemic – PM

The Government has significantly increased investments in healthcare and should another crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic hit the island, the country will be better equipped to deal with it, according to Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness. Speaking at the unveiling of a monument in honour of healthcare workers who died while tackling the COVID-19 pandemic, on Monday...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses residents of Kingston Central during Tuesday’s (March 4) tour of communities affected by a recent fire which displaced a number of householders. At right is Member of Parliament for the constituency and Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie.
CommunityDevelopmentLocal GovernmentPrime Minister

Gov’t Pledges Support for Downtown Kingston Fire Victims

The Government will be assisting residents in downtown Kingston who were displaced by recent fires which destroyed their homes. Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, made the commitment during his visit to the victims who reside in the constituencies of Kingston Western and Kingston Central on Tuesday (March 4). The areas toured included Love Lane in Fletcher’s Land,...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, is affixed with a pin commemorating International Women’s Day by Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, during a special edition of the post-Cabinet press briefing in observance of the Day at Jamaica House on Tuesday (March 4). Looking on is Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon. International Women’s Day will be observed on March 8.
Gender AffairsPrime Minister

PM Holness Reaffirms Gov`t’s Commitment to Empowering Women for Jamaica’s Success

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to supporting and empowering women, noting that their contributions are critical to Jamaica’s success. “Today, we come together to celebrate the strength and resilience of Jamaican women on International Women’s Day, and its more than just the courtesy [of] recognition. It is truly a reaffirmation of the...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the official launch of Infiniti Co-operative Credit Union Limited at the AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston recently.
Finance & Public ServicePrime Minister

Credit Unions Key to Wealth Creation and Economic Strength – PM Holness

Credit unions empower individuals to build wealth, strengthen local economies and create a more resilient and inclusive financial system says Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness. “In today’s world, where access to financial services can determine whether a family thrives or struggles, financial inclusion is more than a policy goal; it is a necessity. Credit unions have emerged...
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