President of Deaf Sports Jamaica, André Witter, is commending the Government for providing sign language services during the regular press briefings on the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. He noted that the...

The House of Representatives, on Tuesday (April 21), started the debate on the Tourism Workers’ Pension Scheme Regulations, which outlines the registration process for employed and self-employed persons under the...

The Social Development Commission (SDC) remains a tower of strength for the vulnerable and underprivileged amidst the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in Jamaica. In March, the Ministry of Local Government and...

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Collette Roberts-Risden, is encouraging pensioners to utilise the National Insurance Scheme (NIS) Direct Deposit Payment system. Speaking with JIS News,...

With effect from April 8 until April 21, 2020, persons 70 years and over and persons who are ill with flu-like or respiratory symptoms must remain at their place of...

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Shahine Robinson, says Jamaicans with special needs, such as the elderly and persons with disabilities, continue to be the main priority for the...

The Ministry of Labour & Social Security remains committed to working with our valued customers during this difficult time, and wants everyone to remain safe and healthy. In keeping with...

Minister of State for Labour and Social Security, Hon. Zavia Mayne, has advised that pensioners will be allowed to encash their two fortnightly National Insurance Scheme (NIS) cheques at the...