The offences and penalties for a driving school or instructor operating in breach of the Road Traffic Regulations 2022, are outlined in the table below. Offence Relevant Regulation Penalty 1. Providing the services of a driving instructor without certification   168(4) On summary conviction in a Parish Court to a fine not exceeding $80,000 or imprisonment for a term not...

Regulation 15 (1-7) of the Road Traffic Act and Regulations, 2022, outlines the process of getting a vehicle declared ‘dead’ or ‘retired’. A ‘dead vehicle’ is one that has been certified by the Authority as being no longer road worthy or repairable and therefore should be dismantled for parts or destroyed. A ‘retired vehicle’ refers to one that has been...

The Road Traffic Regulations 2022 will take effect on February 1, 2023.   It is important to note and follow the provisions under the Regulations.   Traffic Tickets The Island Traffic Authority (ITA) will use electronic detection devices, such as cameras, installed on or near major roads, to detect traffic offences, such as speeding, disobeying traffic signals and operating vehicles...

September 8, 2022 will be forever etched in history as it marks the day when the longest-serving female British Monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, died at Balmoral Castle in Aberdeen, Scotland. She had served as the Queen of England for over 70 years. Since her passing, there have been several changes. Political Changes  The Royal Family now has a new line...

“We are well on our way to achieving our 2022 projections of total visitor arrivals of 3.2 million and total revenue of US$3.3 billion, well before 2024, we will have 4.5 million visitors,” said Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett in highlighting the achievements of the sector. With Tourism being the largest income earner for Jamaica, the Government continues to...

There are several safety protocols that must be observed to satisfy the Government of Jamaica before transporting human remains by sea or air whether in a casket or an urn. Process 1. Get written permission from the relevant authority in the area where the death occurred. 2. Contact the local funeral home in the country where the deceased resided at...

Midwives are specialist nurses who manage the reproductive health of women of childbearing age, including mothers, expectant mothers, and ladies desiring to become pregnant. They are also trained to deal with the healthcare of children up to the age of six. According to the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW), there is an ongoing need for midwives. Currently, Jamaica requires...