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Government committed to plan secure Jamaica; Sport Minister urges stakeholders to go through official process to stage events and almost 60 percent of COVID-19 related deaths linked to heart problems.

Public urged to take COVID-19 vaccine; Jamaica Association of the Deaf registering applicants for sign language training, and Jamaica Tourist Board launches new microsite.

Jamaica 80% ready for roll out of COVID-19 vaccine programme; Jamaica Exotic Flavours and Essences to be privatized and; Jamaica Association for the Deaf launches Learning Management System.

Education Ministry receives devices from the United States; Government to implement road maintenance programme and Diplomatic ties between Jamaica and the European Union to be further strengthened.

Infrared thermometer providers urged to submit them to Bureau of Standards for calibration, Restorative Justice Centre Opened in August Town and Earthquake safety information developed in braille for the visually impaired.

Jamaica in talks with CARICOM and 5 countries to acquire COVID-19 vaccines; Consumer Affairs Commission to publish list of approved COVID-19 testing labs, and Firearms Licensing Authority to open St. Ann office.

Government establishes manufacturing and export growth team, 120,000 Jamaicans benefit from Jamaica Social Investment Fund Basic Needs Trust Fund, and Indian High Commission to host annual medical camps.

Jamaica to receive COVID-19 vaccines by month-end, Turn-around time for driver’s renewals reduced and Falmouth Artisan Village almost complete.

JCF deploys quick response team to suppress inter-gang activities, amendments to Firearms Act to be completed in March and plans underway to install more internet access points islandwide.

Government to strengthen wellness agenda out of COVID-19 experience, Firearms Licensing Authority accepting applications online, and Jamaicans Encouraged to Use Restorative Justice to Resolve Conflicts.