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World Cup ExpensesThe Opposition has consistently taken issue with the expenditure which has been incurred as part of Jamaica's preparation for World Cup Cricket. Has some resonance with the public, particularly when the suggestion is that the $9 billion spent would have been better directed at interventions in the social sectors, particularly to assist the poor. Superficial, as any expenditure...

As we begin a new Parliamentary Year, the Administration and the people of Jamaica can be proud of our competent performance in hosting the Opening Ceremony and the other events of the ICC CWC 2007. The officials, volunteers, members of Security Forces and the Jamaican people, in general, can take credit for these achievements. The spirit of volunteerism was reflected...

Mr. Speaker, I am very grateful for the opportunity to rise before my colleagues, and indeed the entire nation to address an issue of great importance, not just to Jamaicans, but to people of conscience across the globe. On Sunday March 25, 2007 - a wide cross section of Jamaican people gathered at Kingston's historic waterfront to share in a...

Consistent with our approach from the time Pakistani Cricket Coach, Mr. Robert Woolmer was found in his hotel room on Sunday March 18, the Jamaica Constabulary Force has updated the media on all developments concerning our investigation of this case. The Jamaica Police are in a position to inform that it is now in possession of the official post mortem...

There is an ongoing murder investigation into the death of Mr. Robert Woolmer, coach of the Pakistan Cricket team. As a direct result, the security arrangements at the Pegasus Hotel will be part of that investigation. It is therefore inappropriate at this time to discuss these security arrangements. However, security at official hotels connected with the ICC CWC 2007 is...

Just over one year ago, the Government of Jamaica made a policy decision to embark on a comprehensive reform of the justice system to achieve a modern, efficient and effective system that can meet the present and future needs of the Jamaican people. I have since sought to update the Senate on how the Ministry of Justice is proceeding with...

Women and girls of Jamaica! - my sisters!I greet you warmly on this International Women's Day.This is the day when we celebrate our strengths and our victories. It is the day when we reflect on the long struggle from being treated as persons of limited capabilities to receiving equal opportunities and respect. Today, more women are entering and doing well...

Welcome to this Joint Meeting of the Prime Ministerial Sub-Committees of the Caribbean Community on the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME) and on External Trade Negotiations. It is the first of its kind and is the brainchild of the two Chairpersons, who, recognising the synergistic interlinkage which must exist between the work of their two Sub-Committees, have decided to...

Welcome to this Joint Meeting of the Prime Ministerial Sub-Committees of the Caribbean Community on the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME) and on External Trade Negotiations. It is the first of its kind and is the brainchild of the two Chairpersons, who, recognising the synergistic interlinkage which must exist between the work of their two Sub-Committees, have decided to...

Charles Hyatt will long be remembered as one of Jamaica's most celebrated and multi-talented actor/comedians who made a successful transition to film, radio and television. Charles Hyatt was a natural humorist. He evoked laughter and reflection in equal measure. Whether on stage, in print, on screen or on radio, Charlie provided a picture window into Jamaican life in the days...

Charles Hyatt will long be remembered as one of Jamaica's most celebrated and multi-talented actor/comedians who made a successful transition to film, radio and television. Charles Hyatt was a natural humorist. He evoked laughter and reflection in equal measure. Whether on stage, in print, on screen or on radio, Charlie provided a picture window into Jamaican life in the days...

It has been my pleasure to host my esteemed colleague, His Excellency Rene Preval, who is no stranger to Jamaica, having last visited the island in an official capacity in 1996. As many of you may be aware, Jamaica and Haiti have had a long history of collaboration and cooperation in various forms over the years, punctuated by high-level visits...