The police and the Community Mental Health Crisis Team (CMHCT) provide assistance in crisis situations to persons who are mentally ill and are displaying signs of mental decline in public spaces or at home. Mental Health Crises in Private Homes  If you or your loved one requires mental health support, call the Mental Health Suicide Prevention Helpline:...

Relief is in sight for many persons struggling to pay for electricity, as effective May 1, 2022, the Government of Jamaica (GOJ) has reduced electricity bills by 20 per cent. To benefit from this subsidy consumers must use 200 kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity or less for the months of April, May, June and July. How to Access the Subsidy...

The year 2022 has been declared the year of Early Childhood Development by Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen. A major part of this focus is raising awareness about the importance of early-childhood development and making the necessary improvements to the sector. The Ministry of Education and Youth (MOEY) and the Early Childhood Commission (ECC) will spearhead...

Over the last 10 years, persons between the ages of 15 and 24 have been found to be among the main perpetrators of crimes, such as homicides. This is according to the Ministry of National Security (MNS). The Ministry also reports that many young persons are taking up leadership roles within violent gangs. It is therefore imperative that young people...

The Jamaican Iguana (Cyclura collei) is the island’s largest native animal, reaching a length of up to five feet. They are dark-coloured with long tails and triangular spikes running along the length of their spines. Their scales can be grey, blue, brown or green. Their diet consists mainly of fruits, vegetables and leaves. Importance The Jamaican Iguana helps to disperse...

“Paul came to my house yesterday to give me a haircut prior to this presentation. When he was finished, I realised that I didn’t have the cash to pay… Paul is here today, and I am going to log into my Lynk account to pay Paul the $500 I owe him. Done!” Minister of Finance, Dr. the Honourable Nigel Clarke...

According to data from the 2016 Women’s Health Survey of Jamaica, one in every four Jamaican women reported being sexually harassed during their lifetime. Sexual harassment is described as conduct or statements of a sexual nature directed at another person whether orally or in writing. Persons can face harassment from partners, friends, relatives, employers, employees, acquaintances, business associates and/or strangers....