News from the OPM

The Holness administration continues to expand its commitment to equitable education access with the introduction of seven new school buses designated for rural communities across the parish of St. Thomas. This programme will provide free, reliable transportation to students in some of the most remote parts of the parish. Speaking on Thursday (May 15) at […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has declared that the Government is firmly laying the groundwork for a new economy in the parish of St. Thomas. This will position the parish and eastern Jamaica as a modern hub for commerce, public services, health care, and education. Speaking on Thursday (May 15) at the ribbon cutting ceremony […]

Prime Minister Dr the Most Honourable Andrew Holness has welcomed the upcoming provision of higher education services to the parish of St Thomas, as the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC) prepares to operate its new university campus from the newly opened Morant Bay Urban Centre. Prime Minister Holness noted that this marks a significant […]

The Government of Jamaica acknowledges the Supreme Court’s ruling on the use of States of Public Emergency (SOEs). In response, the Attorney General’s Chamber is undertaking a thorough review of the legal and constitutional implications of this decision in preparation for its appeal. “As it was satisfied with the conduct of the Parliament, the Government, […]

In a moment marked by sheer anticipation, excitement, and historic significance, over 3,000 proud residents of St. Thomas gathered on Thursday (May 15) to witness the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the Morant Bay Urban Centre, the single most sophisticated and expansive development the parish has ever seen. Traffic stretched for more than a mile, back to […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has assured Jamaicans that their long-standing water issues are being decisively addressed, as his administration ramps up investments and accelerates infrastructure upgrades to deliver reliable water supply to communities across the island. Speaking on Wednesday (May 14) at the groundbreaking for the J$592 million Munroe Road to Seaview Avenue Pipeline […]

Prime Minister the Dr. Andrew Holness has issued a directive to the Ministers of Agriculture and Tourism to collaborate closely with stakeholders in the tourism industry to strengthen the integration between Jamaica’s agricultural sector and the growing tourism market. Speaking on Tuesday (May 13, 2025) at the Opening Session of the 8th International Technical Symposium […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has announced a bold investment initiative to bolster the agriculture sector. The move will also improve youth workforce development through an expanded apprenticeship programme. The Prime Minister’s initiative will see more than 300 young Jamaicans receiving hands-on training in critical sectors such as agriculture and food processing. Speaking on Tuesday (May […]

“Where we are in the society, our laws need to favour the protection of life and the protection of the victim rather than trying to protect the criminals. It is time that the society draws a clear line that we must eliminate the criminals from our society. They mean you no good.” – Prime Minister […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to addressing Jamaica’s housing challenges by accelerating the pace of housing developments, especially for the middle to low-income households. Prime Minister Holness emphasized that the government is taking active and strategic steps through a mix of private-public partnerships, expanded construction, and targeted social interventions […]