Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen has expressed deep regret and sadness at the passing of Ambassador the Honourable Anthony Johnson, OJ, former Cabinet Minister and retired diplomat. “The country has lost a former Statesman who made an outstanding contribution to national life,” Sir Patrick stated, adding that   “Ambassador Johnson will always be remembered as a quiet but effective Parliamentarian and Government...

The Honourable Anthony Johnson was an outstanding citizen of Jamaica. He was a well-educated all-rounder serving in the private sector, constituency representation, Minister of Government and Ambassador to the USA and Great Britain. In all of this he walked with Kings and kept the common touch. He had a great sense of humor. In the pursuit of excellence one person...

I am deeply saddened, today, following the passing of Ambassador the Honourable Anthony Johnson, OJ. Ambassador Johnson was a former Jamaica Labour Party Member of Parliament, Senator, diplomat, economist, lecturer, Ambassador to the United States, High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, non-resident Ambassador to the Republic of Finland, the Kingdoms of Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, and Ireland and Permanent Representative to...

Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen has expressed deep regret and sadness at the passing this morning of the former Custos Emeritus of Manchester, the Honourable Dr. Gilbert Allen, CD, JP.  He was appointed Custos in February 1994 and served for 17 years until his retirement in June 2011.   He acted as Deputy Governor-General on several occasions. The Governor-General said, “Custos Allen...

The Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Honourable Olivia Grange, has issued the following statement at the passing of Edward Shakes, a member of the Board of the Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission. Minister’s Statement “It is with deepest sadness that I announce the passing of Edward Shakes, a member of the Board of the Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission. Like so...

The Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Honourable Olivia Grange, has issued the following statement at the passing of Peter Moodie. Minister’s Statement “I am deeply saddened to learn of the death of former race car champion driver and mechanic, Peter Moodie, Snr. Peter in no uncertain way, has earned himself a place in the top drawer of...

The Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Honourable Olivia Grange, has released the following tribute to the Reggae legend, Bunny Wailer. Minister’s Statement: “The passing of Bunny Wailer, whose correct name is Neville O’Riley Livingston, has left a void in the culture and entertainment sector that may never be filled. Also affectionately called Jah B, Bunny Wailer has...