Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has assured local and international tourism investors of the Government’s support for the continued development of the sector. He noted that tourism is a key part of the national growth strategy and is a priority area of focus. “Tourism, being such a major part of our Gross Domestic Product (GDP), would be the...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government intends to do more to safeguard the country’s territorial waters against poaching. He noted that Jamaica loses approximately US$10 million annually due to illegal fishing. He said the fishing jurisdiction is an important zone that, if properly protected and tapped into, can contribute significantly to the country’s growth and development....

The Government is looking at implementing legislation to make it illegal for children to be barred or denied access to education, particularly at the secondary level. This was disclosed by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, during the July 26 sitting of the House of Representatives. He informed that access to education is not defined as a right in the Charter...

A toll-free number has been established for persons needing information on the Jamaica House Fellowship Programme. The number 1-888-429-5JHF (543), will be in operation on Mondays to Thursdays 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and Fridays 8:30 am to 4:00pm. Acting Chief Technical Director in the Office of the Prime Minister Mrs. Jacqueline Lynch-Stewart is encouraging individuals to call if they...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has reiterated the Government’s objective to make education compulsory for children three to 18. “It is a little bit more advanced than saying that everyone must be in school. It is saying that everyone should be known to the State, registered in an officially recognised educational institution and meet a certain standard of...

An impassioned plea for motorists to exercise caution on the nation’s roads has been made by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness. “Drive with care, drive with consideration, slow down, arrive at your destination alive. Your life is in your hands on the road,” he urged. The Prime Minister’s appeal came as he addressed the launch of Guardian Life’s...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, signed a joint communiqué with Prime Minister of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, Dr. the Hon. Keith Rowley, on July 21, which details the result of bilateral discussions between the two leaders over the past days. The communiqué outlined the issues discussed during Dr. Rowley’s official visit, from July 17-21, with the view...