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Medical Officer of Health for St. Thomas, Dr. D’Oyen Smith, speaking recently during the sitting of the St. Thomas Municipal Corporation.
Medical Officer of Health for St. Thomas, Dr. D’Oyen Smith, speaking recently during the sitting of the St. Thomas Municipal Corporation.

Parents Urged To Get Children Vaccinated

Medical Officer of Health for St. Thomas, Dr. D’Oyen Smith, is calling on parents to ensure that their children are adequately vaccinated. Speaking recently during the monthly sitting of the St. Thomas Municipal Corporation, Dr. Smith said there have been...
Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, speaking in the House of Representative on Tuesday (March 11) as she opens the Budget Debate for financial year 2025/2026.
Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, speaking in the House of Representative on Tuesday (March 11) as she opens the Budget Debate for financial year 2025/2026.

Gov’t to Advance Phase II Pensions Reform
Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, addresses the ‘Own di Road’ town hall hosted by NCB Capital Markets at Harmony Beach Park in Montego Bay, St. James, on Saturday (March 8).
Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, addresses the ‘Own di Road’ town hall hosted by NCB Capital Markets at Harmony Beach Park in Montego Bay, St. James, on Saturday (March 8).

Jamaicans Encouraged to Invest in TransJamaican Highway
The Betting, Gaming and Lotteries Commission Licensing and Registration Division will be closed from Monday, February 3 to Friday, February 14 to facilitate preparations for the upcoming Licensing and Renewal activities.
The Betting, Gaming and Lotteries Commission Licensing and Registration Division will be closed from Monday, February 3 to Friday, February 14 to facilitate preparations for the upcoming Licensing and Renewal activities.

BGLC Licensing and Registration Division Closes February 3-14
Executive Director at the Public Procurement Commission (PPC), Nadia Morris (left), having a conversation with Chief Public Procurement Policy Officer, Office of the Public Procurement Policy (OPPP), Andrei Bennett, during the Public Procurement Seminar, held at the UWI Regional Headquarters, Mona, St. Andrew, on Thursday (January 23).
Executive Director at the Public Procurement Commission (PPC), Nadia Morris (left), having a conversation with Chief Public Procurement Policy Officer, Office of the Public Procurement Policy (OPPP), Andrei Bennett, during the Public Procurement Seminar, held at the UWI Regional Headquarters, Mona, St. Andrew, on Thursday (January 23).

Public Procurement Commission Commits To Reducing Wait Time

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SAJ pushes for greater gender equity in maritime on International Women’s Day

The Shipping Association of Jamaica (SAJ) joins the global community in recognising International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, highlighting the importance of creating a workplace where men and women have equal opportunities to succeed. As the maritime sector continues to evolve, the SAJ is dedicated to ensuring that women are supported, recognised, and given the tools to thrive in the industry. ...
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Former SAJ President Mike Bernard dies

The Shipping Association of Jamaica (SAJ) is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Michael George Bernard, a former President of the Association and a distinguished leader in Jamaica’s maritime industry. Bernard, who dedicated more than five decades to the sector, passed away leaving behind a legacy of service, innovation, and leadership.  Bernard began his shipping career in 1971 as...
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4,000 Uncollected Payments for Reverse Income Tax Credit

Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is reporting that there are currently 4171 uncollected payments being held by remittance agencies for Reverse Income Tax Credit (RITC) disbursements. The Authority is urging individuals who have not yet collected their payments to do so before March 7, 2025, in order to avoid the monies being returned to the Consolidated Fund as required by law....
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Bureau of Standards Jamaica Commended for Regional Leadership in Quality Assurance

The Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ) has been commended for its pivotal role in promoting quality, innovation, and international competitiveness, by Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill. Speaking at the 14th BSJ National Quality Awards Ceremony & Banquet, held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in Kingston, January 30, he also praised the BSJ for its...
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JBDC Encourages Large Corporations to Mentor MSMEs

The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) is encouraging large corporations to play an integral role in strengthening the country’s business ecosystem by mentoring micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). As Jamaica’s premier business development support agency, the JBDC provides a comprehensive range of services, including advisory support, training and access to market information. However, mentorship presents an unparalleled advantage, offering...
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Miss Jamaica Festival Queen 2024, Omolora Wilson (centre), is flanked by first runner-up, Miss Manchester, Shannoya Houston (left), and second runner-up, Miss Kingston and St. Andrew, Daindra Harrison (right), during the August 3, 2024 coronation held at Independence Village in Kingston. (FILE)
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New Age Limit for Miss Jamaica Festival Queen Competition

The criteria for the Miss Jamaica Festival Queen Competition have been updated to make the annual pageant, a key part of the Emancipation and Independence celebrations, more inclusive. These changes will provide more young women with the opportunity to represent their community, parish, and the nation. Traditionally, the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) organizes the Festival Queen competition for young...
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