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Sugar Industry to Benefit From EU Funded Technical Assistance

LOP Dr. Peter Phillips Labour Day Message

MHPM Andrew Holness Labour Day Message

With recent heavy rains causing flooding in some parts of the country and the hurricane season starting soon, there is an increased risk of persons contracting gastroenteritis or leptospirosis. Gastroenteritis is a viral illness that causes irritation and inflammation of the stomach, and is characterized by more than three stools in a 24 hour period.

The future is looking bright for the town of Ocho Rios, St. Ann. Plans have been announced for 4 billion dollars in development projects scheduled to get started in the town this year, all aimed at strengthening the tourism product. We examine the various projects on today’s edition of Going for Growth.

As part of activities for Workers’ Week 2017, the Ministry of Labour & Social Security hosted a panel discussion on the recently-tabled Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) Bill. The worker’s week panel discussion was under the theme Preserving Workers’ Legacy Through Safety Health and Well-Being.

The Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica, PCJ continues to promote energy diversification and the incorporation of renewables into the country’s energy mix- taking its message to schools through the Schools Energy Programme science competition.

Practically everyone is looking for ways to make a little extra income. To do so most persons often find themselves trying to start some kind of small enterprise on the side. Unfortunately most persons end up quitting soon after they start. Especially after finding out they weren’t really ready to make the personal investment that running a successful side enterprise...

Labour Day will be observed on May 23, closing out Workers Week - May 15 to 23.

Minister of National Security, Robert Montague recently announced measures aimed at boosting citizen safety and security during his Sectoral Debate presentation in the Lower House. Minister Montague began his presentation with a warning to licensed firearm holders who brandish their guns in public spaces, especially at entertainment events.

Labour Day will be observed on May 23, closing out Workers Week - May 15 to 23.

Film-makers from 28 countries will join local talent in showcasing their work in various genres at the 2017 staging of the University of the West Indies, UWI’s GATFFEST film festival