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Torrential rains and other adverse weather conditions associated with Tropical Depression No. 16 which later became Tropical Storm Nicole impacted the island of Jamaica from 26-29 September 2010. The event produced bands of showers and thunderstorms over most of the island but more so to the southern, south eastern and western ends of the island. The tropical system resulted in...

International Teachers Day, October 5, 2010, provides another forum for the world to recognize and honour the immense contribution of teachers to human development and progress. It is with a deep sense of appreciation that I pay tribute to all teachers in Jamaica as we commemorate the day. The commitment of our teachers over decades has produced the sons and...

Every year on the first Monday in October, Jamaica joins countries around the globe in observing World Habitat Day which highlights the right of all citizens to adequate shelter. It reminds us of our collective responsibility to ensure the sustainability of both our built and natural environment. Minister of Water and Housing, Dr. Horace Chang. Today, approximately half of the...

Today, Jamaica joins in the global celebrations of World Tourism Day under the aptly selected theme by the United Nations World Tourism Organisations (UNWTO) "Tourism & Biodiversity". As we acknowledge tourism as one of the world's most successful industries, we also look to inform and educate our citizenry on the responsibility that comes with managing such a propitious sector. Our...

Again, I congratulate you on your assumption of the Presidency of the 65th Session of the General Assembly and assure you of the full cooperation of my delegation. I extend Jamaica's appreciation to your predecessor, His Excellency Dr. Ali Treki, for so ably guiding the proceedings of the 64th Session of the General Assembly. Partnership of Nations We come to...

Mr. President,My delegation joins in congratulating you on your Presidency of the 65th Session of the UN General Assembly and for your chairmanship of this important High-Level meeting. I also commend Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon for his initiative in convening this meeting. Mr. PresidentIt is clear that we are in danger of failing the targets which we set for ourselves at...

Mr. Speaker: I feel privileged to be a Member of this Honourable House and to be part of the effort to chart the future of this blessed country. Constituency of South East Clarendon Firstly, I wish to thank the constituents of South East Clarendon who have demonstrated their trust and confidence in me to represent their interest in the Parliament....

The theme of the 11th annual Shirley Playfair Lecture "Competition Law and Policy" is very timely for a number of reasons. Today and going forward, individuals, institutions, the private and public sectors and indeed the Government...all of us together.must now focus on the critical reality --- that the ultimate and only solution to our economic dilemma is to grow the...

Today we are proud to celebrate Miss Lou Day in appreciation of the work of the Honourable Louise Simone Bennett Coverley, Miss Lou, folklorist, poet, actress, author, songwriter, singer, comedienne, activist, Jamaican cultural icon. Her name is synonymous with the coming of age of Jamaican culture. Say Miss Lou and thousands all over the world will know that you are...

Parents, teachers, students, educators, friends, once again we look forward to the start of a new school year. For some of us it is a time of great anticipation and great expectations, for others it is the beginning of a period of struggle and sacrifice. For me, it is the beginning of a process by which the society makes better...

I extend my heartiest congratulations and the warm sentiments of the entire Government and people of Jamaica to Mr. Gerard S. Johnson, current IDB Representative in Jamaica, on the well deserved promotion to the post of General Manager of the Country Department Caribbean Group (CCB), effective September 1, 2010. This now places Mr. Johnson in charge of the entire Caribbean...

Today, Jamaica joins the rest of the world in celebrating International Youth Day. It's an opportunity to reflect on the work that has been done and is being done to improve the lives of our youth and the outstanding contributions that the youth themselves make to society. We also assess the challenges that our young people face and strengthen our...