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Prime Minister Andrew Holness addressing members of the media this morning (Wednesday, August 15) during his Quarterly Press Briefing at the Office of the Prime Minister.

Community Participation Will be Integral to the Redevelopment of Heroes Circle – PM Holness

Prime Minister Andrew Holness says the planned redevelopment of Heroes Circle and surrounding areas will involve consultation with the residents of the area. Responding to questions from journalists during his Quarterly Press Briefing at the Office of the Prime Minister...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, emphasises a point during his quarterly press briefing at the Office of the Prime Minister in St. Andrew on Wednesday (Aug. 15).

Gov’t Paying Down Debt

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), greets Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Public Media Alliance (PMA), Dr. Sally-Ann Wilson (second right), when he arrived at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Monday (Aug. 13) to attend the opening ceremony for the 49th Annual General Assembly of the Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU). President of the CBU, Gary Allen (left), makes the introduction. Looking on are President, PMA, Paul Thompson (centre); and Vice President, CBU, Amalia Mai.

Gov’t to Launch Commission to Find Solutions to Violence

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness. (File)

Infrastructure Upgrading Continues in Mount Salem

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second right), greets Founder of the Virgin Group, Sir Richard Branson, before the launch of the Caribbean Climate-Smart Accelerator Programme, at the University of the West Indies Mona Campus on August 9. Vice Chancellor of the University of the West Indies, Sir Hilary Beckles (right); and sprint legend Usain Bolt also attended the launch.

Caribbean Aims to Become World’s First Climate-Smart Zone

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Prime Minister Holness Continues Review of Boards

Prime Minister Andrew Holness today continued his review of boards from the Ministry of Science and Technology as well as the Ministry of Energy. Prime Minister Holness had previously stated that he maintains oversight of the Science and Technology Ministry for at least two weeks while he reviews the boards, systems and procedures. The Prime Minister noted that the Ministry...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (at podium), addresses attendees at a ceremony for the official opening of the Inter-American Development Bank’s new country office at 6 Montrose Road in Kingston on Thursday (August 9).

7 years ago Prime Minister

New Policy for Electrical Approvals by Year End – PM

The Government is seeking to fully implement the new policy framework governing the electrical inspection approvals process for new buildings by year end. This was announced by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on Thursday (August 9) while speaking at the official opening of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Kingston office at 6 Montrose Road. Under the policy, the...

(From second left) Governor-General, His Excellency, The Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen; Her Excellency, the Most Hon. Lady Allen; Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness; and the Most Hon. Juliet Holness, look on as Director, Jamaica Music Museum, Institute of Jamaica (IOJ), Herbie Miller (left), points out the features of an early form of banjo used in Jamaican folk music. Occasion was the Governor-General

8 years ago Prime Minister

PM to Make Announcement on Plastic and Styrofoam Use

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says he will be making an announcement shortly on measures to combat plastic and styrofoam pollution. “I think we must now, after reflecting and celebrating our Independence, make a commitment to protect and preserve our environment. I intend, very shortly, just after the Independence celebration, to make some announcements regarding plastics and styrofoam,”...

8 years ago EnergyPrime Minister

Prime Minister Summons Energy Ministry Boards

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has summoned all boards associated with the Energy portfolio to an important meeting at the Office of The Prime Minister next week. The boards are being called in, to be given direct policy instructions by the Prime Minister who is the Minister currently in charge of the Energy portfolio. The boards expected to appear with the...

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie.

8 years ago Local GovernmentPrime Minister

PM to Meet with Enterprise Team on Riverton City Landfill

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, is to meet this week with the Enterprise Team that was named for the divestment of the Riverton City Landfill. This was disclosed by Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, during a press conference held at the Office of the Prime Minister on July 30, where he gave an...

The Most Hon. Andrew Holness Prime Minister of Jamaica at the 10th BRICS Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa.

8 years ago Prime Minister

Jamaica and CARICOM Open to Greater Partnerships – PM Holness

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has pointed to four critical challenges that should be addressed on multiple fronts by global leaders. During his historic address to world leaders at the 10th BRICS Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, today (Friday July 27), Prime Minister Holness said leaders should enhance productivity, engage in trade, address climate change and ensure social protection, inclusion and...

Bilateral discussions today (Monday July 23) with the HE Dr Hage Geingob President of Namibia and other Government officials

8 years ago Foreign AffairsPrime Minister

Jamaica and Namibia Agree Visa Waiver Programme

Jamaicans traveling to the Republic of Namibia for business or tourism will not be required to obtain a visa. The Governments of Jamaica and Namibia this morning (July 23) agreed to a visa waiver programme. It’s the first of several agreements between both countries, as Prime Minister Andrew Holness began a full day of discussions with the Namibian President HE...