Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Hon. Horace Chang, has announced that 10 Domestic Violence Intervention Centres will be operational at designated police stations later this year. Making his contribution to the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 25, Dr. Chang informed that four of the centres are already operational and another six will be opened...

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, says the Government has set up a Business Advisory Group with responsibility for inter-ministerial coordination and collaboration around social investment for community transformation. Making his contribution to the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 25, Dr. Chang said establishment of the group forms part of the Government’s strategic,...

In an effort to make forensic science the new frontier of law enforcement for swift and sure justice, the Government will soon break ground for Jamaica’s first autopsy suite in the capital of Kingston. Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, gave this update during his contribution to the Sectoral Debate on Tuesday (May 25). “The Institute of Forensic...

National Security Minister, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, will be piloting several pieces of legislation in the House of Representatives that are critical in bolstering public safety and citizen security. Key among these are the Criminal Justice Suppression of Criminal Organisations (Amendment) Bill, 2021 (Anti-Gang Bill); the Firearms Licensing Act; amendments to the Trafficking In Persons Act; the Corrections Act; and...

The Government is investing US$8.5 million in a digitised integrated health information system. Making his contribution to the 2021/22 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives recently, Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, informed that the process has started and is intended to provide a modern and integrated digital healthcare system. “Essentially, health care is going...

The Government is looking to establish baseline information on ingredients in processed foods that will heighten consumers’ awareness and assist them in making healthier consumption choices. This was disclosed by Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, who said the Administration will also be pushing for labelling requirements that are clear and easy to understand, including front-of-package...

The University Hospital of the West Indies (UWI) is to benefit from a $4.9-billion upgrade of building and equipment. The project, which is at the design stage, will include construction of a new six-storey, 120,000-square-foot medical facility, which will accommodate an additional 40 medical and surgical beds, improvements to outpatient or ambulatory surgery, lecture rooms and conference rooms. Health and...