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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness.

Gov’t Commits to Significant Long-Term Investments in Jamaica’s Road Infrastructure

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government will be making significant long-term investments in improving Jamaica’s road infrastructure. “It is going to be a 20-year journey for us to get all our roads into the conditions...
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), joins New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) beneficiary Rosemarie Johnson (left) on a tour of her new home, during the handover ceremony at New Road in Dressikie District, St. Mary, on September 19. Others sharing in the moment are Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Arlene Williams (second left); Member of Parliament, St. Mary Western, Robert Montague and Member of Parliament, St. Catherine Southeastern, Robert Miller.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), joins New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) beneficiary Rosemarie Johnson (left) on a tour of her new home, during the handover ceremony at New Road in Dressikie District, St. Mary, on September 19. Others sharing in the moment are Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Arlene Williams (second left); Member of Parliament, St. Mary Western, Robert Montague and Member of Parliament, St. Catherine Southeastern, Robert Miller.

PHOTOS: PM Hands Over House in Dressikie District, St. Mary
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third left), speaks with fire victims during a visit to Bell Rock, St. Andrew on Tuesday (Sept. 17). He was accompanied by Commanding Officer for the St. Andrew South Division, Superintendent Damion Manderson. A deliberate fire destroyed seven homes, leaving 13 adults and nine children homeless.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third left), speaks with fire victims during a visit to Bell Rock, St. Andrew on Tuesday (Sept. 17). He was accompanied by Commanding Officer for the St. Andrew South Division, Superintendent Damion Manderson. A deliberate fire destroyed seven homes, leaving 13 adults and nine children homeless.

Assistance for Bell Rock Fire Victims
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, speaking in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (September 17).
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, speaking in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (September 17).

IC Report on Investigation into PM’s Statutory Declarations Tabled in House
Prime Minister the Most Hon. Andrew Holness addresses a post-Cabinet press briefing held on Tuesday (September 10) at Jamaica House.
Prime Minister the Most Hon. Andrew Holness addresses a post-Cabinet press briefing held on Tuesday (September 10) at Jamaica House.

PM Announces Disaster Risk Management Review Committee

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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, emphasies a point while addressing the retirement function for Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Fitz Bailey, held recently at the AC Mariott Hotel in New Kingston.
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Respect for Human Rights Paramount – PM

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...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), engages in conversation with outgoing Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Fitz Bailey, at a retirement function for the veteran policeman, held on Friday (September 6), at the AC Mariott Hotel, in New Kingston.
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Prime Minister Pays Tribute to DCP Bailey

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...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, speaking during Wednesday’s (September 4) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House.
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St. Ann North Eastern By-Election Set for Sept. 30

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)...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon Andrew Holness, gives a ‘high five’ to students of the Hope Valley Experimental School in St. Andrew. Looking on is Education and Youth Minister, the Most Hon. Fayval Williams. Prime Minister Holness and Minister Williams visited with students, staff, and parents at the school in St. Andrew, during Monday’s (September 2) start of the 2024/25 academic year.
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Gov’t Looking to Ensure Access to Education for All Persons with Special Needs

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...
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