Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has committed to assisting the victims of a fire that destroyed seven homes in the Bell Rock community in St. Andrew. During a visit to the area on Tuesday (September 17), Prime Minister Holness said the damage from the fire, which was deliberately set, is extensive, noting that 13 adults and nine...

An Integrity Commission Report concerning an investigation into the statutory declarations of Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, was tabled in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (September 17). The report is in relation to the declaration submitted by the Prime Minister for the year 2021. The ruling of the Director of Corruption Prosecution was tabled at the...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, today (September 10) announced the establishment of a disaster risk management review committee (DRMRC) to assess the country’s disaster risk management processes. Major General Antony Anderson, a public servant with decades of experience in disaster management and national security, will head the body. Other members include Dr. Parris Lyew-Ayee Jr., a leader in...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says respecting the rights of citizens remains paramount in the fight against criminal gangs. He noted that human rights are rooted in the transformation of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF). “In all their development courses, respect for citizens' rights, respect for human rights is paramount, including in our operations, in our equipping of...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness on Friday (September 6), paid tribute to outgoing Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Fitz Bailey.  Mr. Holness described Mr. Bailey as an extraordinary policeman, who has executed his job well.  “As you leave this job to no doubt go unto other fields, you will be remembered and your work will be the model...

Residents of St. Ann North Eastern will go to the polls in a by-election on September 30, Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has announced. This has become necessary following the resignation of the former Member of Parliament, Marsha Smith. Nomination Day is slated for September 11, Mr. Holness, further informed. He made the announcement during Wednesday’s (September 4)...

The Government, through the Ministry of Education and Youth, is looking to redouble efforts to ensure that all persons with special needs have access to education. Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says this is in keeping with his Administration’s efforts to promote greater inclusivity. “No child should be denied access to education because of any need that they...