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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, outlines strategic tax reforms during the Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) Investments and Capital Markets Conference at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Tuesday (January 21).

Gov’t Continuing Tax Reform Implementation

The Government is continuing the implementation of tax reforms, deemed critical to fostering sustainable inclusive economic growth in Jamaica. Among the initiatives Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, indicated is consolidation of payroll taxes into a single deduction...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), greets Secretary of Health, Republic of the Philippines, Dr. Teodoro J. Herbosa (left), at the opening ceremony for the health and wellness career exposition and employment fair, at the Old Library, University of the West Indies, Mona campus, in St. Andrew, on January 22. At centre is Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton.

Road Leading to the UWI to Be Upgraded

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, converses with Chairman of the Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE), Steven Whittingham, at the JSE Investments & Capital Markets Conference held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Tuesday (January 21).

Gov’t Completing Legislative Framework To Establish Jamaica As Int’l Financial Hub

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 21).

Gov’t Sourcing Funding for Coastal Highway Expansion Projects

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, delivers a statement in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 21).

Montego Bay Perimeter Road Project Approximately 55 Per Cent Complete

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 21).

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Gov’t Looking To Repair and Reopen Ocho Rios Port Main Terminal By September

The Government is making every effort to have the main terminal at the Ocho Rios Port in St. Ann, which was closed after sustaining damage last year, reopened by the start of the next cruise season in September 2025. This is, according to Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, to prevent any rescheduling of vessel itineraries. He made...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, announcing the new Speed Task Force to reduce bureaucracy and enhance efficiency in doing business. He was delivering the keynote address at the Jamaica Stock Exchange Investments & Capital Markets Conference held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Tuesday (January 21).

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PM Announces Task Force To Improve Speed of Doing Business

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has announced the establishment of a Speed Task Force that will work to reduce bureaucracy and red tape in the public sector. The initiative is part of the Government's broader strategy to foster a more efficient business environment and stimulate economic growth. "We are determined to end the outdated notion that efficiency...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, gives a statement to the House of Representatives on the Government’s Special CAPEX Programme, during Tuesday’s (January 21) sitting.

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Grange Lane Dualisation Project Now 60 Per Cent Complete

Work on the Grange Lane dualisation project in St. Catherine is now 60 per cent complete. This was announced by Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, who provided a project update during a statement to the House of Representatives on the Government’s Special CAPEX Programme, on Tuesday (January 21). “Upon its completion, work will shift to Braeton Road...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), is greeted by Deputy Governor General, Hon. Steadman Fuller (left), at the National Leadership Prayer Breakfast (NLPB), held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston, on January 16. At right is Leader of the Opposition, Mark Golding.

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Unity in Leadership Main Message at NLPB

Unity in leadership and the collective aspiration towards righteousness was the recurring message today (January 16) at the National Leadership Prayer Breakfast (NLPB), which was convened at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in Kingston. The 2025 staging of the prayer breakfast brought together leaders from various sectors to seek divine guidance and support for the nation. This year’s theme, ‘Righteousness Exalts...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second left), cuts the ribbon to open CB Group’s multimillion-dollar Air Chill Poultry Processing Plant in Hill Run, St. Catherine, on Wednesday (January 15). He is joined by (from left), Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green; Chief Executive Officer of CB Group, Matthew Lyn; and Chairman of the Group, Lori-Ann Lyn,

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Gov’t Welcomes Investments to Grow the Economy – PM

The Government is creating the environment to facilitate investments that can generate jobs and drive growth in the economy, says Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness. “There is no country that can grow without the innovation, expertise and commitment of our entrepreneurs,” he said. “Once you make that decision to invest, we are proud of you. We want...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses a recent meeting with the National Leadership Prayer Breakfast Committee at the Office of the Prime Minister in Kingston.

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Gov’t Laser-Focused on Productivity – PM

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says that boosting productivity is a top priority for the Government this year as a pathway to sustainable growth and prosperity for all citizens. He made the declaration while addressing a recent meeting with the National Leadership Prayer Breakfast Committee at the Office of the Prime Minister in Kingston. “In 2025, we...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, emphasises a point at a recent meeting with the National Leadership Prayer Breakfast Committee at the Office of the Prime Minister.

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Gov’t Committed to Making Housing More Affordable – PM

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has reiterated the Government’s commitment to ensuring that all Jamaicans have access to affordable housing solutions. He noted that there is an imbalance between housing supply and affordability, with many qualified individuals struggling to find solutions within their income bracket. "The issue is not the finance; it's that people who qualify can't...