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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the ribbon cutting ceremony at the re-opening of the recently upgraded Kingston air traffic control centre, in Kingston, on Wednesday, December 18

Increased Revenue Expected From Overflight Services

Jamaica is expected to earn increased revenues from overflight services as a result of the recent US$17 million (J$2 billion) upgrade to the Kingston Air Traffic Control Centre (KATCC). Speaking at the recent opening of the centre, Prime Minister, the...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew fourth left), escorts Miss World 2019, Toni-Ann Singh, to the lawns of Jamaica House for Sunday’s (December 22) reception, hosted in her honour. The event was part of the four-day visit by Miss Singh, who copped the title in London, on December 14. Behind the Prime Minister is Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange.

PHOTOS: PM Hosts Reception For Miss World

Prime Minister, the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness (right), presents a certificate of title to new home owner, Medlyn Dixon (left), during a ceremony at the Greater Portmore Open Bible Church, on Wednesday (December 18). She was among 30 persons who were provided with titles at the event. Also pictured (from second right) are: Member of Parliament for South St. Catherine, Fitz Jackson; Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.; and joint title holder with Ms. Dixon, Michael Cole.

PM Hands Over Titles To 30 Families In Greater Portmore

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second right), cuts the ribbon to officially reopen the upgraded Kingston Air Traffic Control Centre (KATCC), at the Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority (JCAA) headquarters in St. Andrew on Wednesday (December 18). He is assistsed by Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Robert Montague (second left). Looking on (from left) are Vice President of Sales for French company, Thales, Frédérique Miller; and Director General, JCAA), Nari Williams-Singh.

PM Opens Upgraded Kingston Air Traffic Control Centre

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right); and wife, the Most Hon. Juliet Holness, spread Christmas cheer to children as they present them with gifts during the Prime Minister’s annual treat for children, which was held on the grounds of the Office of the Prime Minister on Sunday (December 15).

Prime Minister Holness Fetes 2,000 Children At Christmas Treat

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), presents keys to a housing unit in Darliston Grove, Westmoreland, to Adria Hedley, on Wednesday (December 4). Mr. Holness also handed over housing solutions in Shrewsbury in the parish on the day.

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Gov’t Will Not Relent Against Criminals – PM

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government will not yield in its fight against criminal activity in the country. “Let me make it absolutely clear – this Prime Minister and the Government will not relent against the criminals. “So, if there is any expectation that if the States of Public Emergency (SOE) are not renewed, that it...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), is flanked by recipients of the Prime Minister

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PM Betting On Country’s Youth

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, is placing his bet on Jamaica’s youth to rebuild the value system and drive the standards of excellence that the country needs for sustained economic growth and prosperity. The Prime Minister said that “there is too much compromise in standards these days,” which, he argued, is “placing our values under threat.” Such compromise,...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre) speaking to residents in Rasta City located in Tivoli Gardens, following a tour of the area on Saturday (November 30).

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PM Tours Sections Of West Kingston

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness on Saturday (November 30) toured sections of Tivoli Gardens in West Kingston to assess the needs of residents, particularly those of the elderly and shut-ins. The tour also included site visits for possible housing solutions to be constructed in Rasta City, an area in Tivoli Gardens and Denham Town. Rasta City consists of...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre) shares a photo opportunity with the 48 recipients of the Prime Minister’s Youth Awards for Excellence, at the awards ceremony held on November 30, on the lawns of Jamaica House. Also sharing in the moment are Minister with responsonbility for Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Karl Samuda (10th left) and Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Alando Terrelonge (10th right) .

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47 Received PM Youth Awards For Excellence

Forty- seven of the nation’s youth, who have made outstanding contributions in various areas of national life, were presented with the Prime Minister’s Youth Awards for Excellence during a ceremony held on the lawns of Jamaica House on Saturday (November 30). The award recipients, which included new Reggae sensation Mikayla ‘Koffee’ Simpson; entertainer, Jamila Falak James; Reggae Girl, Jody Brown;...

Prime Minister, the Most. Hon Andrew Holness (third left, front row) and Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (third right, front row) with youth mayors and youth councillors from the 14 municipalities across the island, during a courtesy call at Jamaica House in St. Andrew on Wednesday (November 27).

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PM Encourages Youth To Pursue Excellence

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, is encouraging young people to remain unwavering in their pursuit of excellence. “You are our hope and future and I want to encourage you to continue to shine as an example to the rest of us,” he said. “Never allow the positions that you have taken to pursue excellence to be mocked, to...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addressing the 2018 Prime Minister’s Youth Awards for Excellence ceremony.

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Young Achievers To Be Recognised At PM’s Youth Awards Ceremony Nov. 30

Activities for Youth Month 2019 will culminate on Saturday, November 30, when several young people will be recognised at the annual Prime Minister’s National Youth Awards for Excellence ceremony, to be held on the lawns of Jamaica House, starting at 5:00 p.m. A total of 160 young persons were nominated in the categories of Agriculture, Arts and Culture, Entrepreneurship/Social Enterprise,...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (November 26). Seated at left is Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke.

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Additional Factory Space For Small Businesses

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government is in the process of creating additional factory space that will greatly benefit small businesses. “The space will be far more economical and far more modern than what they have now, and will fit into an economy that supports small businesses,” he said. Speaking in the House of Representatives on...