Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says Jamaica is poised to enter a period of sustainable economic growth as evidenced by, among other things, extensive investments in infrastructure developments either now under way or programmed for implementation. Among these, he noted, are significant engagements in commercial, industrial and residential construction as well as the country’s road, telecommunications, water, sewerage...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, recently toured the world-renowned Joy Spence Appleton Estate Rum Experience, located in Nassau Valley, St. Elizabeth. The tour, which gave an insight into Jamaica’s rich history and culture, included Joy Spence, the first female Master Blender in the world and Appleton Estate's Master Blender; Managing Director of J. Wray & Nephew Limited, Jean-Philippe...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government remains committed to putting in place the necessary policies, infrastructure and systems to preserve the lives of Jamaicans on the nation’s roads. “We have a vested interest in ensuring that we develop safe road practices in terms of public awareness, public education, legislative framework and our ability to enforce, and...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says anti-harassment initiatives and security measures will be implemented at Port Royal, Kingston, to ensure a safe and hassle-free environment for tourists. “We are not going to allow this new tourist destination to descend into chaos. We are not going to tolerate harassment and public disorder in this area and I am relying...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, is calling on Jamaicans, including members of the church community, to help in the fight against crime and violence, by distancing themselves from persons who are involved in criminality, and to provide the security forces with information. “Be smart about what you are doing and share information,” the Prime Minister urged, during his...

Prime Minister, the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness has called on the support of the church as the Government works to put a dent in crime and violence this year. “This is going to be a great year for Jamaica. We are going to break the back of the crime problem, and we are going to break the back of the...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has urged the heads of agencies under the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation to focus on developing fresh, innovative projects guaranteed to generate higher levels of sustainable inclusive economic growth for Jamaica. “We need to now start thinking of game-changing innovative and large projects. Let’s look at projects that could solve...