Finance and Planning Minister, Dr. the Hon. Peter Phillips, says the administration is projecting the possible creation of over 100,000 jobs within the next five years. “This conservative estimate is...

Agriculture, Labour and Social Security Minister, Hon. Derrick Kellier, says the Government is close to reaching an agreement with the Jamaica Manufacturers’ Association (JMA) in relation to the imposition of...

Director of the Early Stimulation Programme (ESP) in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Antonica Gunter Gayle, is imploring Jamaicans to participate in activities that will benefit persons with...

The Jamaica Council for Persons with Disabilities (JCPD) will host the eighth staging of the Jamaica Inclusive Education Conference and Accessibility Exposition from October 28 to 31, at the Montego...

Serving the St. Elizabeth Poor Relief Committee for more than 35 years, Loxley Aloysius Whyte is humbled by his selection for a national award by the Government on National Heroes...

As Jamaica celebrates National Senior Citizens’ week, the nation’s leaders have hailed the elderly for their contribution to the development of the country. Governor- General, His Excellency the Most Hon....

Nearly 30 persons with disabilities, islandwide, are to receive empowerment grants, totaling approximately $4 million, from the Jamaica Council for Persons with Disabilities (JCPD). The funds are being provided to...

The Spanish Town Infirmary, in St. Catherine, is being upgraded to deliver improved service to the residents. Undertaken by the St. Catherine Parish Council, the upgraded facility should make living...