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Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addressing a press conference on Tuesday (March 4) at the Half-Way Tree Transport Centre in Kingston.
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addressing a press conference on Tuesday (March 4) at the Half-Way Tree Transport Centre in Kingston.

11 KMTR Routes Converted from Hackney Carriage to Route Taxi

Eleven taxi routes within the Kingston Metropolitan Transport Region (KMTR) have been approved for conversion from hackney carriage to route taxi licences. Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Minister, Hon. Daryl Vaz, said the decision was taken following an appeal by...
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz (second left), in conversation with (from left) Managing Director of the Transport Authority (TA), Ralston Smith; Acting Managing Director of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC), Owen Ellington; and Director General of Road Traffic, Island Traffic Authority (ITA), Col. Daniel Pryce. The event was the Ministry’s press conference, held on Tuesday (March 4) at the Half-Way Tree Transport Centre in Kingston.
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz (second left), in conversation with (from left) Managing Director of the Transport Authority (TA), Ralston Smith; Acting Managing Director of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC), Owen Ellington; and Director General of Road Traffic, Island Traffic Authority (ITA), Col. Daniel Pryce. The event was the Ministry’s press conference, held on Tuesday (March 4) at the Half-Way Tree Transport Centre in Kingston.

Government Commits to Provide Affordable, Safe and Reliable Transportation to New Areas
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz (second left), converses with (from left) Managing Director, Transport Authority (TA), Ralston Smith; Acting Managing Director, Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC), Owen Ellington; and Director General, Road Traffic, Island Traffic Authority (ITA), Colonel Daniel Pryce, during the Ministry’s press conference at the Half-Way Tree Transport Centre in St. Andrew on Tuesday (March 4).
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz (second left), converses with (from left) Managing Director, Transport Authority (TA), Ralston Smith; Acting Managing Director, Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC), Owen Ellington; and Director General, Road Traffic, Island Traffic Authority (ITA), Colonel Daniel Pryce, during the Ministry’s press conference at the Half-Way Tree Transport Centre in St. Andrew on Tuesday (March 4).

Gov’t Advancing Aged Vehicle Policy Reimplementation to Boost Public Transport Sector
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addresses the Ministry’s press conference at the Half-Way-Tree Transport Centre in St. Andrew on Tuesday (March 4).
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, addresses the Ministry’s press conference at the Half-Way-Tree Transport Centre in St. Andrew on Tuesday (March 4).

JUTC to Launch Testing of Self-charging Battery Electric Bus
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz (second left), converses with (from left) Managing Director, Transport Authority (TA), Ralston Smith; Acting Managing Director, Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC), Owen Ellington; and Director General, Road Traffic, Island Traffic Authority (ITA), Colonel Daniel Pryce, during the Ministry’s press conference at the Half-Way Tree Transport Centre in St. Andrew on Tuesday (March 4).
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz (second left), converses with (from left) Managing Director, Transport Authority (TA), Ralston Smith; Acting Managing Director, Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC), Owen Ellington; and Director General, Road Traffic, Island Traffic Authority (ITA), Colonel Daniel Pryce, during the Ministry’s press conference at the Half-Way Tree Transport Centre in St. Andrew on Tuesday (March 4).

JUTC Saves $31.3m Through Fuel Theft Prevention Efforts

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Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), Stewart Beckford, says installing fire extinguishers in motor vehicles can make a critical difference in emergencies. He was speaking to JIS News recently.
Fire SafetyLocal GovernmentTransport

JFB Urges Every Motorist to Get a Working Fire Extinguisher

The Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) is urging all motorists to prioritise fire safety by ensuring their vehicles are equipped with a working fire extinguisher. Speaking with JIS News recently, Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade, Stewart Beckford, said this simple precaution could make a critical difference in emergencies, potentially saving lives and preventing severe injuries. “Oftentimes, you see vehicles on...
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Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz (centre), examines a new SmartFare card shown to him by Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) Revenue Agent, Alecia Blackwood. Looking on is the Transport Authority (TA) Managing Director, Ralston Smith. The JUTC launched its new SmartFare system on Tuesday (March 4) at the Half-Way Tree Transport Centre in Kingston.
Transport

JUTC Unveils New SmartFare System

The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) Limited has unveiled its new SmartFare system, which seeks to improve operational efficiency and eliminate the need for cash transactions. The JUTC has outfitted all its buses with SmartFare systems. Launched on Tuesday (March 4) at the Half-Way Tree Transport Centre in Kingston, the system uses state-of-the-art technology to enable passengers to utilise a...
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Press ReleaseTransport

ITA and JCF Clarify Regulations Pertaining to Driving Instruction

The Island Traffic Authority and the Jamaica Constabulary Force are seeking to clarify the regulations pertaining to driving instruction in Jamaica, following recent media reports which state that only certified driving instructors and licensed driving schools can teach persons to drive. Regulation 168, paragraph 2 (d) of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2022, explicitly states that: “A person who provides the...
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Assistant Attorney General, Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Amanda Bethune.
Transport

Pedestrians Urged to Take Greater Responsibility for Their Safety on the Roads

Pedestrians are being urged to take greater responsibility for their safety when traversing the nation’s roadways and comply with the law. This appeal comes from Assistant Attorney General in the Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Amanda Bethune. “Road safety is not solely the responsibility of motorists. Pedestrians must also remain alert and aware of their surroundings. By working...
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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (centre), addresses the unveiling ceremony for a US$900,000 state-of-the-art catheterisation laboratory (cath lab) at the private health facility, Hospiten, in Rose Hall, St. James, on February 21. With the Minister are (from left) are Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Hospiten, Pedro Luis Cobiella Beauvais; and Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Tahira Redwood.
Health & WellnessTransport

Opening of Cath Lab in Rose Hall, St. James, Massive Boost for Health Tourism – Minister

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says the opening of a new US$900,000 catheterisation laboratory (cath lab) at the Hospiten private health facility in Rose Hall, St. James, is a massive boost for Jamaica's growing health tourism sector. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony on February 21, Mr. Bartlett emphasised that this state-of-the-art facility will enhance Jamaica's appeal as a prime...
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Commuters awaiting the arrival of the 52B at Grande Hole in St. Mary recently.
Transport

Commuters Excited About New JUTC Route To St. Mary

There is now a safer and more affordable way to travel from Grande Hole in St. Mary to Half-Way Tree in St. Andrew. The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) has introduced the 52B bus service, which has ignited a wave of excitement among commuters traversing that route. From as early as 5:30 a.m., the bus can be seen loading with...
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Assistant Attorney General, Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Amanda Bethune, speaks at a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.
Transport

Road Safety Campaign Targets Pedestrian Safety

The Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport has launched a national road safety campaign to address the growing number of pedestrian fatalities in Jamaica over the last five years. Dubbed ‘Look Out Before You Step Out, A Pedestrian’s Pledge’, the campaign aims to raise awareness about pedestrian safety and encourage responsible behaviour on the roads. Speaking at a Jamaica...
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