Minister with responsibility for Information, Senator the Honourable Sandrea Falconer has expressed sadness on the passing this morning of veteran journalist and talk show host, Wilmot "Mutty" Perkins. She says his passing has robbed Jamaica of an outspoken and fearless Journalist and talk show host who would never back down from his convictions about any issue. Minister Falconer says: “Our...

[Salutations]: Hon. Zaila McCalla, OJ – Chief Justice & Chairman of Archives Advisory Committee Deputy Chair – Mrs. Yvette Scott Immediate Past President – Mrs. Pauline Nicholas Mrs. Claudette Thomas – President Elect, The Honourees -  Ms Stephaney Ferguson - Mrs. Albertino Jefferson - Ms. Norma Amenu-Kpodo I consider it a distinct honour and pleasure that your association has invited...

My fellow Jamaicans. The dawn of a New Year is always eagerly anticipated.  It is ushered in with much jubilation, excitement and renewed hope for success, and with us Jamaicans there is always that special flavour.  Generally, it is at this time also that we review the past year and make plans for new and greater achievements over the next...

My fellow Jamaicans at home and in the Diaspora.  I extend to you warm greetings at this very special time of year: When families near and far gather to celebrate and share their experiences of the past year, in an atmosphere of joy, excitement and hope.  When neighbours come together in a spirit of friendliness, peace and unity. When even...

The theme for this year's commemoration of human rights day- social media and human rights- brings into sharp focus the important role which technology can play in advancing the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms. Over the last decade, social media have altered the communications landscape and, as we have witnessed in the Middle East, North Africa...

KINGSTON — The Minister of Youth Sports and Culture, the Honorable Olivia Grange, MP has visited the Glenhope Place of Safety in the wake of the fire at the care facility this evening. Minister Grange along with the Minister of State, Senator Warren Newby and the leadership of the Child Development Agency as well as the administrators of the facility...

Today, just over 50 percent of the world’s population lives in cities and it is estimated that by the year 2050, there will be approximately six billion urban dwellers; attracted by the lure of jobs and a better standard of living. Growing urbanization has created challenges for governments and officials, who must strike a sustainable balance between economic growth and...

Statement by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs & Foreign Trade, Dr. Kenneth Baugh Mr President, I congratulate you on your assumptionas President of the 66th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. We are confident that your extensive diplomatic experience will guide your leadership of this Session.  I assure you of my delegation’s full support. During the...

My fellow Jamaicans, I’m extremely happy to address you today September 27, which is being celebrated as World Tourism Day all across the globe. This internationally recognized day is organized annually by the United Nations World Tourism Organization to promote the benefits of tourism globally. This year’s theme is Tourism – Linking Cultures and as Jamaicans, we understand very well...

Today marks the thirtieth anniversary of the celebration of the International Day of Peace. The International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by a resolution of the United Nations General Assembly to coincide with its opening session, which was held annually on the third Tuesday of September. The first Peace Day was observed in September 1982.  In 2001, the...

Statement by Minister of Health Hon. Rudyard Spencer This unprecedented Summit obliges us all to focus on a grave and increasing challenge to Jamaica, the Caribbean region and the entire global community. It is clear that the global burden and the attendant threat of NCDs constitute one of the major challenges for development in the 21st century. As reported by...