My fellow Jamaicans, On August 6, 1962, Jamaica made a bold step. As the Union Jack was lowered and replaced by the Black, Green and Gold, we entered a new chapter in history with the dawn of a new nation....
As we celebrate Labour Day, we must remember our historical journey that has taken us here. What was once Empire Day and a commemoration of our colonial past, was transformed in 1961 by Premier Norman Washington Manley, who recognised the need to honour the workers of Jamaica as the true backbone of our society. So, with the stroke of his...
Labour day in Jamaica is recognized as a time to volunteer your labour for the upliftment of our communities. It is a time I personally look forward to because I love to lend a helping hand while interacting with community members. Today as we celebrate Labour Day 2024, under the theme "Ramp up di access…show you care”, our focus is...
INTRODUCTION Madam Speaker, I rise in this most Honourable House to make my 8th contribution to the Sectoral Debates. It would be remiss of me to not begin with gratitude and so I pause to thank the people of St. Andrew Eastern, for granting me the great honour and privilege to serve as their Member of Parliament. I also express...
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Madam Speaker, it is my privilege to present my 7th Sectoral presentation on National Security. I want to acknowledge and express my appreciation to the Honourable Prime Minister for his continued trust and confidence. I also want to acknowledge my esteemed Cabinet colleagues, with whom I have had the privilege of working as a team. My appreciation extends to...
Expression of Gratitude Madam Speaker, I rise this afternoon to close the budget debate on the Appropriation Bill for the upcoming 2024/25 Fiscal year. I take the opportunity to welcome Jamaicans here in Jamaica and in the diaspora for tuning in on radio, television, or through YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or other online platforms. Thank you for your participation. The...