Salutations & Expressions of Gratitude Madam Speaker, I am thankful and humbled once again for the opportunity to address this most Honourable House. I would like to congratulate you, Madam Speaker, and thank you for your strong and effective leadership of this House. I start my remarks by thanking Almighty God, from whom all blessings flow. Great are his mercies,...

Honourable Members, We give God thanks that today we can say that we are a stronger, more resilient Jamaica; having had a remarkable recovery from recent global shocks. We place our trust in the Almighty’s assurance: "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help...

My Fellow Jamaicans, As we stand at the start of a New Year, I address you with a thankful heart full of hope and a vision brimming with possibilities. Today marks not just the beginning of another year but also the dawn of a new chapter in our nation's history; a chapter which we will write together with commitment, compassion,...

God has given us the opportunity to see the sun rise on a New Year. Let us rejoice with gratitude and embrace the 2024 canvas of possibilities; to paint new and better pictures for our future with vibrant colors of our Jamaican creativity, dreams, and aspirations, or complete the masterpieces we have started with optimism and determination. Building Peace We...

It is an honour for me to address our Jamaican family as we move into a new year. The challenges of the past year tested the resilience of our people. The increases of the cost of living driven by higher food prices have made everyday survival that much harder. The demoralizing scourge of violent crime has continued to sap our...

My fellow Jamaicans at home and in the diaspora, it is a privilege and honor to address you this festive season. Christmas, a time of joy and reflection, calls us to embrace the profound message at the heart of the season. Christmas, as we all have come to realize, is not only about merriment and gifts; it is also a...

Dear Jamaica, As we head into the Christmas Season and the close of another year. I give thanks to God for blessing and protecting this beautiful country and I thank you the good people of Jamaica for the privilege and honour of leading this country for yet another year. An important part of job of a leader is to set...

This Christmas as we Jamaicans gather with loved ones and friends, exchange gifts and share meals to celebrate the Christmas Season, we are reminded of the importance of family values and caring for others, and the strength we find in coming together as a nation in unity. Christmas is a time to embrace the spirit of generosity and compassion, and...