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On today’s programme, key stakeholders share their opinions on the introduction of the new Road Traffic Act and Regulations, now in full effect.

The constant recklessness and misuse of our roads continues to claim the lives of countless Jamaicans, including the nations young people.  According to statistics from the Road Safety Unit and Island Traffic Authority in the Ministry of Transport and Mining, 19 children died in road fatalities in 2022 – 12 males and 7 females.

Accessing Financing is one of the major challenges faced by many business owners looking to start or expand their operations. In many cases, getting the bank or whichever financial institution to say yes to your request, requires persons to cross a major hurdle, having collateral. Collateral acts as security for lenders, allowing them to retrieve their money in the event...

It can be very stressful being a student. Between all the homework, projects, studying for exams, pressure from parents and teachers to do well, it can easily become overwhelming.  So how can you mange that stress and remain mentally well?

Canada was among the first countries Jamaica established diplomatic relations with after gaining Independence in 1962. Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator Kamina Johnson Smith, says our neighbours to the upper north is one of Jamaica’s most trusted and reliable bilateral partners. Mrs. Johnson-Smith says the 60-year diplomatic relationship between the countries has been integral to Jamaica’s continued...

Computer coding has become an indispensable skill in the 21st century, and with the steady increase in technology use across the globally. In fact, we are all encouraged to familiarize ourselves with coding to ensure we don’t get left behind in the ongoing digital technology revolution.

If you decide to drive to the eastern end of the island, particularly through the town of Port Maria in St. Mary, you will see a brand spanking new facility occupying the pride of place. The new building will serve thousands of residents and help ensure they are protected from natural and man-made disasters. We’re talking about the new Port...

Have you ever noticed that when you go out to shop you tend to choose certain brands without even thinking? That is due largely to the quality you have come to associate with the product and the company that makes it. The way the product is packaged, its look, feel, taste and smell - all these elements combine to certify...

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security is undertaking a pilot programme for Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) beneficiaries in St. Elizabeth to receive their payments via direct deposit.

Following recent reports of fraud at some financial institutions in the country, policy makers have committed to taking steps to ensure the public maintains confidence in the country’s financial system.

The Government’s end-to-end digitised ticketing system will go live on February 1. The system is a centralised, web-based platform designed to improve traffic-ticket management from the point of issuance to payment of the fines at tax offices or adjudication in court. It replaces the yellow ticket book, which was inefficient and prone to errors.

39 wards of the state will be recognized by the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) for their performance in the 2022 CSEC and CAPE examinations at the annual Educational Achievement Awards Ceremony on January 26.