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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, emphasises a point while speaking at a handing over ceremony of a one bedroom house to an elderly person in Bogue, St. Elizabeth, on July 17.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, emphasises a point while speaking at a handing over ceremony of a one bedroom house to an elderly person in Bogue, St. Elizabeth, on July 17.

PM Says There Are Some Strong Indicators That Bode Well For The Future

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says that while the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has created some severe economic challenges for Jamaica, there are some surprisingly strong indicators that bode well for the future. Mr. Holness, who was speaking at...
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second left), cuts a ribbon to open the rehabilitated bridge along Liguanea Avenue in St. Andrew, on Thursday (July 9). Sharing the moment are (from left) Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck; Chief Executive Officer, National Works Agency, Everton Hunter; and Deputy Mayor of Kingston, Winston Ennis.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second left), cuts a ribbon to open the rehabilitated bridge along Liguanea Avenue in St. Andrew, on Thursday (July 9). Sharing the moment are (from left) Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck; Chief Executive Officer, National Works Agency, Everton Hunter; and Deputy Mayor of Kingston, Winston Ennis.

Prime Minister Commissions Rehabilitated Bridge On Liguanea Avenue
Prime Minister, the Most. Hon Andrew Holness, addressing a virtual press conference from the Office of the Prime Minister Media Centre in Kingston on Wednesday (July 8).
Prime Minister, the Most. Hon Andrew Holness, addressing a virtual press conference from the Office of the Prime Minister Media Centre in Kingston on Wednesday (July 8).

Prime Minister Says DPP’s Tenure To Be Extended For Three Years
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), presents new homeowner, Andrew Brodber, with his keys at the official opening of the SilverSun Estates housing development in St. Catherine, today (July 1). Mr. Holness handed over keys to 50 new homeowners.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), presents new homeowner, Andrew Brodber, with his keys at the official opening of the SilverSun Estates housing development in St. Catherine, today (July 1). Mr. Holness handed over keys to 50 new homeowners.

Prime Minister Hands Over Keys To New Homeowners At SilverSun Estates
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), in discussion with President, Jamaica Chamber of Commerce, Lloyd Distant (second right), during the National Consensus on Crime stakeholder meeting at the Office of the Prime Minister in St. Andrew, on June 25. Others taking part (from second left) are Attorney General, Marlene Malahoo Forte; Chairman of the Violence Prevention Alliance (VPA), Dr. Elizabeth Ward; and Professor of Political Sociology, University of the West Indies, Anthony Harriott.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), in discussion with President, Jamaica Chamber of Commerce, Lloyd Distant (second right), during the National Consensus on Crime stakeholder meeting at the Office of the Prime Minister in St. Andrew, on June 25. Others taking part (from second left) are Attorney General, Marlene Malahoo Forte; Chairman of the Violence Prevention Alliance (VPA), Dr. Elizabeth Ward; and Professor of Political Sociology, University of the West Indies, Anthony Harriott.

Prime Minister Meets With Members Of Committee For The National Consensus On Crime

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Statement from Prime Minister Andrew Holness – Declaration of Zone of Special Operations in August Town

As Prime Minister acting in accordance with the advice of the National Security Council, and having received the written agreement of the Commissioner of Police and the Chief of Defence Staff, I have declared a Zone of Special Operations under the Law Reform (Zones of Special Operations) (Special Security and Community Development Measures) Act, 2017. The Law Reform (Zones of...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, emphasises a point while addressing the sitting of the House of Representatives on June 16. Listening is Minister of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Audley Shaw.
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Gov’t To Soon Make Announcement On Reopening Of Restaurants

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government will, in short order, announce the way forward regarding the reopening of restaurants. This follows the completion of health and safety protocols to govern the operation of these establishments as the country resumes economic activities. “The COVID-19 Economic Recovery Task Force has done significant work on how restaurants should reopen....
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PM Expresses Confidence In CMU Council

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has expressed confidence that the Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) Council will carry out its work in a manner that will make Jamaica proud. The Prime Minister, who was speaking at the ceremony to break ground for the Caribbean Estates housing development on Wednesday (June 17), noted that while the CMU has faltered and...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon, Andrew Holness (second left), cuts the ribbon to officially commission into service a new bridge in Bowden Hill, St. Andrew, on Thursday (June 18). He is assisted by (from left) Councillor, Stony Hill Division, Tosha Schwapp; Mayor of Kingston, Senator, Councillor, Delroy Williams; Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie; and Member of Parliament, West Rural St. Andrew, Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn.
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PM Commissions Bowden Hill Bridge

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on Thursday (June 18) commissioned into service a new bridge in Bowden Hill, St. Andrew, which will benefit hundreds of residents in the rural community and adjoining areas. The new structure, built at a cost of $31 million, replaces a nearly 70-year-old bridge, which collapsed on February 18, 2019. It connects Bowden Hill...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), addresses the Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) Council members during a meeting on the campus in Kingston, on Wednesday (June 17). Seated is President and Chief Executive Officer, Port Authority of Jamaica, Professor Gordon Shirley, who is Chairman of the Council.
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Prime Minister Encourages Members Of CMU Council

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has encouraged members of the Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) Council to have “unquestionable integrity, knowledge of the field, proven competence, visionary thinking, commitment to excellence and commitment to Jamaica”. In recent months, the CMU has been under scrutiny with regard to its operations and management. Speaking to Council Members of the institution on...
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Prime Minister’s Statement On the Shooting Death of Policemen by Criminals in Spanish Town St. Catherine

I am deeply saddened to learn of the deadly turn of events which resulted in the death of at least two (2) members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) and the serious wounding of two others while on operation early this morning. The killing of law enforcement officers is an immeasurable tragedy and we will not rest until the perpetrators...
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