Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has commended the security forces for carrying out their duties in a professional manner in the Zones of Special Operations (ZOSOs), and the State of Public Emergency that is now under way in St. James. “They have executed their duties in a commendable way and are being meticulous and accountable in how they...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the security forces in St. James will not relax the rules of engagement in any particular area while enforcing them in others. Mr. Holness, who was addressing the media following a tour of sections of Montego Bay in the parish on January 27, said while the tourism sector has to be protected,...

Prime Minister the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says he is satisfied that the security forces have not been abusing the extraordinary powers they currently have, under the State of Public Emergency now in effect in St. James. He noted that while accommodations for the detainees are not the best, there was nothing to suggest that the rights of citizens are...

The Prime Minister the Most Hon. Andrew Holness says the decision to declare a State of Public Emergency in St. James wasn’t unilateral, but one that was endorsed by a wide cross section of the society. He made the remarks as he addressed the media at the Freeport Police Station in St. James, following a tour of sections of Montego...

Prime Minister the Most Hon. Andrew Holness says the Government takes the role of protecting the rights of all citizens seriously. He noted that in dealing with the incidence of crime, the government is ensuring that there will be justice for all. “If it is that we are truly seeking justice in order to get peace, then it can’t be...

Prime Minister Andrew Holness revealed that he has asked the Ministry of Science Technology and Energy to fast-track a planned program aimed at replacing open flame light sources in homes with solar lights in vulnerable rural and inner-city communities. The Prime Minister's revelation comes after a deadly fire in his constituency last night which claimed the lives of three toddlers. “I am deeply saddened and...

Prime Minister the Most Hon. Andrew Holness says the Government is focused on developing Falmouth into a world class destination, where its rich culture and history are fully utilized. He noted that through the Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ), significant investments will be made to transform Falmouth “into what undoubtedly will be the gem of the Caribbean.” “This is a town...