“As the nation is aware, we are under the threat of Tropical Storm Chantal. This afternoon, I convened a meeting of the National Disaster Committee to assess our state of readiness should the country be affected by the approaching Storm. While the current forecast could be considered favourable in terms of possible strengthening of the system as it approaches the...

Today, I am very pleased not only as Minister with Responsibility for Information, but also as a former practising journalist to be able to participate in a debate on a piece of legislation which has been significant to members of my profession. For a number of years, members of the media fraternity have lobbed and fought for changes to our...

Among the many things we the people of the Caribbean have in common is the warm and welcoming Caribbean Sea. Its foamy crests embrace all our coastlines. Our island homes are set like tiny jewels amidst its crystal blue waters. Yet each jewel is different – rare and precious –distinctive and diverse. As Caribbean peoples, our similarities and our differences...

SALUTATION Spanish Town Mayor, His Worship Councillor Norman Scott Mr Sidney Bartley, Acting Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youth and Culture Distinguished Representatives of the Jamaica National Commission for UNESCO Officials of the Jamaica Archives and Records Department, and other Government Agencies and Departments Our Young Citizens Ladies  & Gentlemen Members of the Media   I am pleased to participate in...

The Government of Jamaica is aware of the adverse analytical finding of one of our national athletes following testing conducted by the Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission (JADCO) during the May 4, 2013 Jamaica Invitational Meet under the supervision of an International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) Doping Representative. The IAAF is continuing to conduct its results management procedures in accordance with...

Labour is the most important factor in production. It is the embodiment of the creativity, energy, enterprise and industry of the people. It is the human spirit and endeavour physically manifested in the wealth, goods and services produced for the enjoyment and advancement of society. The historical context of Jamaica is best described as the struggle of labour to be...

Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure today, to stand again in this Honourable House and to account in this Debate, to the people of Jamaica for my stewardship of the Ministry of Agriculture & Fisheries. As I do so, I greet and acknowledge the support of all stakeholders in this vital sector of the economy. Let me specially acknowledge :...