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Managing Director of the Transport Authority (TA), Ralston Smith (centre), addresses a JIS Think Tank on the online application process for the 2023/2024 licensing period. He is flanked by Corporate Communications Manager, Merdina Callum (left(, and General Manager, Management Information Systems, Vernon Walters.

Transport Authority Urges Licensees to Use Online Portal

By: Peta- Gay Hodges, February 20, 2023

The Transport Authority (TA) is urging persons to use its online portal to submit applications for the 2023/2024 licensing period. The Authority commenced accepting applications for new and renewal of...

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivers the Throne Speech during the 2023/24 Ceremonial Opening of Parliament at Gordon House on Tuesday (February 14), under the theme ‘A Stronger Jamaica: Consolidating Our Recovery, Reigniting Our Decade of Growth’.

Multibillion-Dollar Road Development for Corporate Area

By: Rochelle Williams, February 15, 2023

Workers carrying out paving under the US$34-million runway extension at the Sangster International Airport (SIA) in St. James.

Multimillion-Dollar Sangster Airport Runway Extension on Track for Completion This Year

By: Okoye Henry, February 15, 2023

Governor General 3 years ago Gov’t Bringing Order to Nation’s Roads – G-G
By: Garfield L. Angus, February 15, 2023
Parliament 3 years ago Electronic Signatures Soon on Warrants for Delinquent Motorists
By: LATONYA LINTON, February 10, 2023
Prime Minister 3 years ago Seat Belts Are Still A Requirement – PM
By: Latonya Linton, February 10, 2023

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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness

3 years ago Prime MinisterRoad traffic regulations 2022Transport

Stiffer Road Traffic Fines Aim to Prevent Bad Behaviour – PM

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the provision of stiffer monetary penalties for breaches under the Road Traffic Act and Regulations is aimed at discouraging bad behaviour on...

By: Latonya Linton, February 10, 2023

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Audley Shaw, speaking in the House of Representatives on February 7.

3 years ago Transport

Gov’t outlines pending amendments to child restraint requirement under Road Traffic Act

The Government is amending the provision regarding the use of child restraint systems under the new road traffic laws. Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Audley Shaw, informed that a...

By: LATONYA LINTON, February 8, 2023

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Audley Shaw, delivers statement in the House of Representatives on January 31.

3 years ago Road traffic regulations 2022Transport

Aspects of New Road Traffic Act That Will Require Phased Implementation Outlined

Aspects of the new Road Traffic Act that require phased implementation are to be addressed as the country begins to operate under the new legislative regime, says Minister of Transport...

By: LATONYA LINTON, February 3, 2023

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Audley Shaw (second right), looks on while Executive Driver for 876 On The Go Taxi Service, Dudley Carter (left), assists a wheelchair-bound passenger to enter a vehicle. Occasion was the launch of the taxi service’s facility for disabled persons at the University of Technology (UTech) in St. Andrew recently. Also observing (from second left) are President of the Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services (TODSS), Egeton Newman and Chief Executive Officer and Founder of 876 On The Go Taxi Service, Olivia Lindsay.

3 years ago Transport

PHOTOS: 876 Taxi Launches Service for Disabled Persons

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Audley Shaw (second right), looks on while Executive Driver for 876 On The Go Taxi Service, Dudley Carter (left), assists a wheelchair-bound passenger to...

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Audley Shaw, delivering a statement in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (January 31).

3 years ago Road traffic regulations 2022Transport

Public’s Understanding Urged as New Road Traffic Act and Regulations Come Into Effect

Minister of Transport and Mining, Hon. Audley Shaw, is calling for the public’s patience and cooperation, in the wake of the new Road Traffic Act and Road Traffic Regulations, which...

By: Latonya Linton, February 1, 2023

Several of the approximately 80 new motorcycles acquired for the Jamaican Constabulary Force’s (JCF) Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB).

3 years ago Transport

Provisions for Protective Gear Outlined in New Road Traffic Regulations

Dealers and owners of motorcycles are required to ensure that units are bought or sold with a helmet conforming to stipulations in the 2022 Road Traffic Regulations, which come into...

By: Chanel Spence, February 1, 2023

Several of the approximately 80 new motorcycles acquired for the Jamaican Constabulary Force’s (JCF) Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB).

3 years ago National SecurityRoad traffic regulations 2022Transport

Major Stipulations for Motorcyclists Under New Road Traffic Act and Regulations

Instructors of motorcycle learner drivers will be required to drive within six metres of their students under the new Road Traffic Regulations, which come into effect on Wednesday, February 1....

By: Chanel Spence, February 1, 2023

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (right), inspects a Traffic Ticket Management System (TTMS) handset, at a handover ceremony for 750 mobile handheld printers to the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), at the Office of the Commissioner of Police, St. Andrew, recently. Others examining the devices (from left) are Commissioner of Police, Major General Antony Anderson; Minister of State in the Ministry, Hon. Zavia Mayne; Senior Director, Major Technology Transformation Branch in the Ministry, Emil Holgate and Woman Constable, Morata Murdoch.

3 years ago National SecurityTransport

Huge Fines for Traffic Breaches Effective Today

A motorist who fails to yield the right of way to an emergency vehicle will be fined $25,000 under the new Road Traffic Act and Regulations, which takes effect today...

By: Chanel Spence, February 1, 2023