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Mr. Speaker, I once again thank the Most Honourable Prime Minister for the confidence he placed in me when he asked me to assume the responsibility for the Water and Housing portfolio. Indeed Mr. Speaker, water and shelter are two of the most critical human needs. Water Water resource management has shaped the history of human civilizations to a major...

Mr. Speaker, I rise this afternoon to speak on the matter of the transfer tax payable on estates. Members of this Honourable House will recall that in my opening budget presentation, I announced a simplification of this particular tax to move from a complicated five tier system. Under the new system the first $100,000 of value of an estate would...

On behalf of the entire G77 and China, I begin by expressing our very deep gratitude to you, Your Highness Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, your Government and people for hosting this Second South Summit and for all the splendid arrangements and kind hospitality extended to all of us. Five years ago we met in Havana at the dawn...

On behalf of the entire G77 and China, I begin by expressing our very deep gratitude to you, Your Highness Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, your Government and people for hosting this Second South Summit and for all the splendid arrangements and kind hospitality extended to all of us. Five years ago we met in Havana at the dawn...

Since the formation of this Ministry in 1998, it has faced numerous challenges, but like the embodiment of the true Jamaican spirit, it has overcome. It is against this background that I would like to present to this Honourable House, this comprehensive compilation of the achievements of the agencies reporting to the Ministry of Transport and Works during the last...

Mister Speaker my first acknowledgement this afternoon is to the Lord God Almighty to whom I lift my voice in thanksgiving for mercies too many to mention. He has been my source of inspiration, strength and light at the end of the tunnel in life when all else seems to grow dim. Special thanks to my spiritual team of pastors...

Mister Speaker my first acknowledgement this afternoon is to the Lord God Almighty to whom I lift my voice in thanksgiving for mercies too many to mention. He has been my source of inspiration, strength and light at the end of the tunnel in life when all else seems to grow dim. Special thanks to my spiritual team of pastors...

I rise today with a deep sense of gratitude for the opportunity afforded me over the last year to continue serving my country in the portfolios of Industry, Tourism and Entertainment. In carrying out this task, I have been the beneficiary of the legacy of a long and distinguished line of pioneers in these areas, whose vision and work we...

In many ways, the nation's health took centre stage during the Financial Year 2004-5, not only for the Ministry of Health, but for various individuals, organizations and groups, as they focused on the sector. And rightly so.Because the fact is, that issues of health usually mirror many of the conditions we face. which, left untreated, could become emergencies or become...

In many ways, the nation's health took centre stage during the Financial Year 2004-5, not only for the Ministry of Health, but for various individuals, organizations and groups, as they focused on the sector. And rightly so.Because the fact is, that issues of health usually mirror many of the conditions we face. which, left untreated, could become emergencies or become...

Of the nearly two billion citizens of the Commonwealth, more than half are under the age of twenty-five. That provides our association with a strong foundation for the future. Of course, we all face significant challenges. Some people live in conditions of conflict or insecurity. Others have suffered the impact of natural disasters, such as flooding or hurricanes, which can...

The celebration of Commonwealth Day provides an opportunity to reflect on the unique strengths and fundamental values of the Commonwealth family of nations. It is a celebration of our shared values, our commitment to peace, democracy and human rights, and sustainable development. This year's theme "Education: Creating Opportunity, Realising Potential" is a timely recognition of the importance of our shared...