The Senate is a nominated House made up of twenty-one (21) Senators. Thirteen (13) Senators are appointed by the Governor-General on the advice of the Prime Minister. The other eight (8) are appointed on the advice of the Leader of the Opposition. Not more than four Ministers can be appointed from the Senate, and they may have portfolio responsibilities. The...

Join us for the Special Meeting of the Vision 2030 Jamaica Youth Thematic Working Group (TWG), hosted by the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ). This important session brings together key stakeholders, youth leaders, and development partners to discuss national strategies aligned with the Vision 2030 Jamaica National Development Plan. The meeting focuses on youth development priorities, policy alignment, and collaborative...

Join us for the Post-Cabinet Press Briefing on Hurricane Melissa Recovery, live from the Jamaica House Banquet Hall. Senior Government Ministers and national emergency leadership provide key updates on Jamaica’s ongoing recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa. Key Updates Include: Support for Farmers affected by Hurricane Melissa Presentation from the Students' Loan Bureau (SLB) Support Initiatives for Small Businesses Presenters &...

The House of Representatives may consist of 63 members (the maximum allowed by the Constitution), elected by single-member constituencies on the first-past-the-post basis. The Government in power can only exist if it has the support of the majority of the members of the House of Representatives. In practice, most Bills are initiated in the House of Representatives. No Bill may...

Experience the warm spirit of the season at the Jamaica Defence Force Open Air Carol Service 2025—a cherished annual tradition that brings together service members, families, and the wider Jamaican community in celebration of Christmas. Hosted under the stars, this uplifting event features inspiring scripture readings, traditional and contemporary carols, live musical performances by JDF bands and choirs, and a...

The Jamaica Information Service(JIS) is aimed at reporting up to date factual Government News for Jamaican Citizens here and abroad. We have packaged it into the Jamaica Magazine and JIS News along with other features. Look through each of our playlists and you will be able to find various features highlighting the Government's endeavour to meet its mandate. This video...

Theme: Weathering the Future: Science, Food Security and Smart Infrastructure for a Resilient Jamaica Join us for Conversations in Science 2025, a national dialogue bringing together leading experts in geospatial technology, biotechnology, engineering, climate innovation, and artificial intelligence. This event explores how Jamaica can strengthen food security, build smarter infrastructure, and harness science and technology to create a more resilient...