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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller (centre), looks at a plaque detailing the sponsors of the state-of-the-art Union Gardens Infant School, at the official opening of the institution on Wednesday, January 13. Others (from left) are: Minister of Education, Hon. Rev. Ronald Thwaites; and Managing Director of the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF), Mr. Omar Sweeney. The school, located in South West St. Andrew was constructed last year through the collaboration of several public and private partners.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller (centre), looks at a plaque detailing the sponsors of the state-of-the-art Union Gardens Infant School, at the official opening of the institution on Wednesday, January 13. Others (from left) are: Minister of Education, Hon. Rev. Ronald Thwaites; and Managing Director of the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF), Mr. Omar Sweeney. The school, located in South West St. Andrew was constructed last year through the collaboration of several public and private partners.

Early Childhood Education a Priority – PM

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, has hailed the development of the new Union Gardens Infant School as an example of the Government’s commitment to early childhood education. The state-of-the-art institution, located off Spanish Town Road in the...
Leader of the Opposition, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller.
Leader of the Opposition, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller.

PM instructs Ministry of Health to take action to reduce effects of Zika Virus on Jamaicans
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, addresses the opening ceremony of the Jamaica Stock Exchange’s (JSE) ‘Investments and the Capital Markets’ Conference at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston yesterday (Jan. 18). The three-day conference is being held under the theme: ‘Reaching Beyond Traditional Boundaries – Exploring and Partnering for Growth for all.’
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, addresses the opening ceremony of the Jamaica Stock Exchange’s (JSE) ‘Investments and the Capital Markets’ Conference at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston yesterday (Jan. 18). The three-day conference is being held under the theme: ‘Reaching Beyond Traditional Boundaries – Exploring and Partnering for Growth for all.’

GOV’T Focused on Investment-Led Growth
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, addresses the opening ceremony of the Jamaica Stock Exchange’s (JSE) ‘Investments and the Capital Markets’ Conference at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston yesterday (Jan. 18). The three-day conference is being held under the theme: ‘Reaching Beyond Traditional Boundaries – Exploring and Partnering for Growth for all.’
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, addresses the opening ceremony of the Jamaica Stock Exchange’s (JSE) ‘Investments and the Capital Markets’ Conference at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston yesterday (Jan. 18). The three-day conference is being held under the theme: ‘Reaching Beyond Traditional Boundaries – Exploring and Partnering for Growth for all.’

Prime Minister Simpson Miller Outlines Economic Programme for Jamaica’s Survival and Growth
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller (centre), has a light moment with Minister of Tourism and Entertainment, Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill (right), and Chairman of the Earthquake Monument Restoration Committee, and Chief Executive Officer, Culture, Health, Arts, Sports and Education (CHASE) Fund, W. Billy Heaven. Occasion was the commemoration ceremony and official opening of a memorial park in honour of victims of the 1907 earthquake on January 14. The area, which is Jamaica’s newest heritage tourist attraction, is located at Little Eighth Street in Greenwich Town, St. Andrew.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller (centre), has a light moment with Minister of Tourism and Entertainment, Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill (right), and Chairman of the Earthquake Monument Restoration Committee, and Chief Executive Officer, Culture, Health, Arts, Sports and Education (CHASE) Fund, W. Billy Heaven. Occasion was the commemoration ceremony and official opening of a memorial park in honour of victims of the 1907 earthquake on January 14. The area, which is Jamaica’s newest heritage tourist attraction, is located at Little Eighth Street in Greenwich Town, St. Andrew.

PM Opens Memorial Park in Honour of 1907 Earthquake Victims

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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller (centre), cuts the ribbon to officially commission into service, the Jamaica Defence Force’s (JDF) fleet of Protected Mobility Vehicles (PMVs) at Up Park Camp in Kingston today (January 13). Others (from left) are: Minister of Finance and Planning, Hon. Dr. Peter Phillips; Chief of Defence Staff, Major General Antony Anderson; Minister of National Security, Hon. Peter Bunting; and Vice President of Thales Australia and New Zealand, Kevin Wall.
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PM Commissions JDF’s Protected Mobility Vehicles Squadron

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, today (Jan.13) commissioned into service, the Jamaica Defence Force’s (JDF) new Protected Mobility Vehicles (PMVs) Squadron. The fleet is equipped with 12 Thales Bushmaster PMVs, three of which were acquired this month. The Thales Bushmaster is an Australian-built vehicle that is designed for  rugged conditions. They are flexible enough for use in...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller (centre), looks at a plaque detailing the sponsors of the state-of-the-art Union Gardens Infant School, at the official opening of the institution on Wednesday, January 13. Others (from left) are: Minister of Education, Hon. Rev. Ronald Thwaites; and Managing Director of the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF), Mr. Omar Sweeney. The school, located in South West St. Andrew was constructed last year through the collaboration of several public and private partners.
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Early Childhood Education a Priority – PM

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, has hailed the development of the new Union Gardens Infant School as an example of the Government’s commitment to early childhood education. The state-of- the-art institution, located off Spanish Town Road in the South West St. Andrew constituency, was constructed at a cost of approximately $174 million through public-private partnership. Speaking at...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller (right), comforts Elizabeth Goodleigh, daughter of the late trade union leader, Lloyd Goodleigh, at his funeral service, held on January 9, at the Holy Trinity Cathedral, in Kingston.
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Prime Minister Hails Lloyd Goodleigh As Exemplary Advocate

The late trade union leader, Lloyd Goodleigh, has been hailed as an exemplary advocate for the cause of workers, by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller. Delivering a tribute on behalf of the Government at the funeral service of Mr. Goodleigh, held at the Holy Trinity Cathedral, in Kingston, on January 9, the Prime Minister  said the trade...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, addresses the official opening of the Melia Braco Village resort in Trelawny on Thursday, January 7. The hotel, which is owned by the National Insurance Fund (NIF), was renovated at a cost of US$23.5 million.
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PM Hails Growth of NIF

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, says the growth of the National Insurance Fund (NIF), which now stands at a healthy $77 billion, has made retirement benefits for contributors more attractive, while contributing to the development of the Jamaican economy. She was speaking yesterday (January 8) at the official opening of the NIF-owned Meliá Braco Village in Trelawny. The Prime Minister...
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Leader of the Opposition, The Most Honourable Portia Simpson Miller, O.N., M.P.
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Strong Families Critical for Unity of Jamaica – PM

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, says that maintaining strong families is critical in building communities and uniting the country. “Strong families make strong communities and strong communities build a strong nation. All Jamaicans should remember that no matter our social or economic status, no matter our religion or political persuasion, we are Jamaicans first,” the Prime Minister...
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