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Get the Facts

3 – 5 minute feature providing useful tips on varied topics including ease of doing business with the government, for example how to apply for a passport, drivers license, CARICOM skills certificate. Also offers tips for householders – energy conservation, disposing of pesticides. Get the Facts is written in a “step-by – step” format, with a view to making tips easy for listeners to retain and follow.
Aired On: March 31, 2026 | Produced By: Andrae Palmer

100 banana farmers receive fertilizer

100 banana and Plantain farmers receive fertilizer and specialized training to help in hurricane recovery.

Presented by: Warren Bertram
Warren Bertram

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All "Get the Facts" Episodes

| Produced By: Warren Bertram

Avoiding Vehicle Scams and Fraudulent Brokers

With a reported increase in the number of persons being cheated by unscrupulous individuals through either fake vehicle ads or fake brokers, tune into this edition of Get the Facts to help you take additional precaution before handing over your money.
Presented by: Warren Bertram
Warren Bertram
| Produced By: Andrae Palmer

Navigating Customs Procedures

Whether it be importing personal items for use at home or goods for sale, countless Jamaicans interact with the Jamaica Customs Agency on a regular basis. Having a smooth experience at the Agency depends on how well you know the various procedures associated with its operations. Manager Air Cargo Norman Manley International Airport Leroy Utah recently joined host Theodore Henry...
Presented by: Andrae Palmer
Andrae Palmer
| Produced By: Warren Bertram

Get The Facts – Obtaining a Food Handlers Permit

Are you thinking about working in food service or handling food for the public? Whether you're a chef, vendor, or kitchen assistant, having a Food Handler’s Permit isn’t just a formality—it’s a legal requirement to ensure public health and safety. On this Get the Facts, we break down the process of getting your food handler’s permit.
Presented by: Warren Bertram
Warren Bertram
| Produced By: Warren Bertram

Get The Facts – What are Interest Rates?

Interest rates are fundamental to our financial health. They affect our loans, savings, credit, and investments. Understanding how they work help us to make smarter financial decisions. Stay tuned to this Get the Facts as we delve deeper into the topic of what are interest rates
Presented by: Warren Bertram
Warren Bertram
| Produced By: Warren Bertram

Get The Facts – NWC Amnesty

On this Get the Facts, we’re looking at the National Water Commission's (NWC) Amnesty Programme, which gives eligible customers the chance to clear old debts and reconnect their water supply, sometimes with up to 100% of their bill written off.  
Presented by: Warren Bertram
Warren Bertram
| Produced By: Warren Bertram

Get the Facts – What is a tariff?

With the global conversation continuing about tariffs and trade, it is important that we have a better understanding of what tariffs are and how they impact and benefit a country. For this edition of Get the Facts, we break down what a tariff is, how it is implemented and how it works.  
Presented by: Warren Bertram
Warren Bertram
| Produced By: Andrae Palmer

NCDA work to sensitize parents on drug use

The National Council on Drug Abuse (NCDA) has several initiatives to help parents educate their children about drug use and its harmful effects. The goal is to ensure that parents are equipped with information and trained to have those difficult conversations about substance abuse. NCDA Research Analyst, Uki Atkinson recently sat down with Theodore Henry on the JIS Televisión programme...
Presented by: Andrae Palmer
Andrae Palmer
| Produced By: Andrae Palmer

NCDA work to tackle drug use among youth

Increasing awareness among Jamaican youth about the harmful effects of substance abuse is one of the missions of the National Council on Drug Abuse (NCDA). In doing so the Council executes awareness campaigns conducts research about drug use on the island. NCDA Research Analyst, Uki Atkinson recently sat down with Theodore Henry on the JIS Televisión programme Get the Facts...
Presented by: Andrae Palmer
Andrae Palmer