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Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivers the Throne Speech under the theme: ‘Going for Growth: Creating Opportunities’, at the State Opening of Parliament, today (April 3). Standing at right is the Governor General’s Aid de Camp, Major Morton Stewart.

Government Intends to Maintain Inclusive Approach

By: Alecia Smith-Edwards, April 4, 2014

The Government intends to maintain an inclusive and consultative approach as it continues to partner with stakeholders to achieve the growth objectives of the country. Governor-General, His Excellency the Most...

Prime Minister the Most. Hon. Hon Portia Simpson Miller (third left), leads Government members into Gordon House for the State Opening of Parliament, today (April 3). Other members of the Government (from left) are: Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Sharon Ffolkes Abrahams; Minister with Responsibility for Sports, Hon. Natalie Neita Headley; Minister of Youth and Culture, Hon. Lisa Hanna; Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Noel Arscott and Minister of Tourism and Entertainment, Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill. Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivered the Throne Speech under the theme: ‘Going for Growth: Creating Opportunities’.

New Parliamentary Year Begins

By: Latonya Linton, April 3, 2014

Minister of Education, Rev. the Hon. Ronald Thwaites greets students from the St. George's Girls Primary and Infant School in downtown Kingston, before the start of the State Opening of Parliament, today (April 3). Governor-General, His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivered the Throne Speech under the theme: ‘Going for Growth: Creating Opportunities’.

More Improvements for Education Sector This Year

By: Athaliah Reynolds-Baker, April 3, 2014

Parliament 12 years ago $3.8 Million for Business Environment Framework Reform
By: Douglas McIntosh, April 4, 2014
Budget 2014/2015 12 years ago $1.7 Billion to Rehabilitate Wells, Pumping Stations and Reservoirs
By: Chris Patterson, April 4, 2014
Budget 2014/2015 12 years ago $1.7 Billion for Infrastructure Upgrading in Rural Communities
By: Latonya Linton, April 3, 2014

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August Opening For Linstead-Moneague Leg of North-South Highway

The Linstead to Moneague leg of the North-South Highway should be open to the public by August. This was disclosed by Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen...

By: Alecia Smith-Edwards, April 3, 2014

12 years ago Budget 2014/2015Governor GeneralParliament

New Telecoms Licences Expected to Enhance Services

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick says the renewal of telecoms and spectrum licences to the country’s two major telecommunications providers is expected to result in better Information...

By: Alecia Smith-Edwards, April 3, 2014

12 years ago Budget 2014/2015Governor GeneralParliament

Government to Purchase Machines to Improve Cancer Care

The Government will be acquiring two Linear Accelerators (LINAC) machines which will assist with the delivery of improved cancer care in the island. This was announced by Governor-General, His Excellency...

By: Chris Patterson, April 3, 2014

12 years ago Budget 2014/2015Governor GeneralParliament

Jamaica Will Continue to Help Push Small Islands Agenda

The Government of Jamaica will this fiscal year join hands with other Small Developing States (SIDS) to ensure that the issues of this group of nations receive meaningful attention. Governor-General,...

By: Garfield L. Angus, April 3, 2014

Prime Minister the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller (left) and Minister of Education, Rev. the Hon. Ronald Thwaites, greet students from the St. George's Girls Primary and Infant School in downtown Kingston, before the start of the State Opening of Parliament, today (April 3). Governor-General, His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivered the Throne Speech under the theme: ‘Going for Growth: Creating Opportunities’.

12 years ago Budget 2014/2015Governor GeneralParliament

Decline in All Major Crimes

The first quarter of 2014 saw a decline in all major crimes, with statistics showing a 12 per cent reduction in murders and a 13 per cent drop in the...

By: Athaliah Reynolds-Baker, April 3, 2014

Minister of Transport, Works and Housing, Dr. the Hon Omar Davies (left) in discussion with Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. the Hon Peter Phillips, before the start of the State Opening of Parliament, today (April 3). Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivered the Throne Speech under the theme: ‘Going for Growth: Creating Opportunities’.

12 years ago Budget 2014/2015Governor GeneralParliament

NHT to Spend $22 Billion on Housing This Year

The National Housing Trust (NHT) will spend $22 billion this financial year, to provide safe, secure, and affordable housing solutions to Jamaicans. Delivering the Throne Speech in Gordon House on...

By: Chris Patterson, April 3, 2014

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, inspects the guard of honour mounted by the Jamaica Defence Force before delivering the Throne Speech under the theme: ‘Going for Growth: Creating Opportunities’, at the State Opening of Parliament on April 3.

12 years ago Budget 2014/2015Governor GeneralParliament

Economy Stronger Than A Year Ago – GG

The economy is stronger than it was one year ago, as evidenced by three consecutive quarters of growth. Making the declaration today (April 3), Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon....

By: Latonya Linton, April 3, 2014

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivers the Throne Speech under the theme: ‘Going for Growth: Creating Opportunities’, at the State Opening of Parliament, today (April 3). Standing at right is the Governor General’s Aid de Camp, Major Morton Stewart.

12 years ago Budget 2014/2015Governor GeneralParliament

Government to Spend $4 Billion to Protect the Most Vulnerable

Government will spend over $4 billion for the protection of the most vulnerable groups, during the 2014/15 Financial Year. This will include Programme for Advancement through Health and Education (PATH)...

By: Athaliah Reynolds-Baker, April 3, 2014