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Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to equitable development, outlining a national transportation strategy designed to ensure no Jamaican is left behind. Prime Minister Holness described the initiative as a deliberate, equity-focused investment that reflects sound, responsible, and inclusive policymaking. “When you’re making policy, you want to make everybody better off. […]

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has highlighted the pivotal role of Justices of the Peace (JPs) and Custodes in Jamaica as key drivers of community transformation and social stability. Speaking on Thursday (July 17) at the installation of Hon. Lennox Anderson Jackson as Custos of the parish of Hanover, Prime Minister Holness underscored that the influence […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has announced that the Government will expand the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP). Dr. Holness says there are plans to provide land for beneficiaries. This move is an essential step toward accelerating housing solutions for Jamaica’s most vulnerable citizens. Speaking on Wednesday (July 16) at the handing-over ceremony of a […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has commended the police in the parish of Hanover for the remarkable progress in reducing serious crime, citing recent data that places the parish among the safest in Jamaica. The western parish has recorded a 75% reduction in murders and an overall 48% decline in major crimes. Speaking on Thursday […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness officially handed over 93 brand-new buses to the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) a bold stride toward building a modern, sustainable, and inclusive public transport system with the largest single fleet expansion in over a decade. Speaking on Wednesday (July 16, 2025) at the historic handover, held at the JUTC […]

In response to worsening drought conditions affecting the island, Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, the Honourable Matthew Samuda, announced a comprehensive $350 million drought mitigation programme aimed at providing immediate relief and strengthening long-term water resilience across Jamaica. Minister Samuda made the announcement on Wednesday (July 16) at […]

Prime Minister Andrew Holness says Jamaica’s society and economy cannot grow unless its entrepreneurial class grows. In this regard, Dr. Holness reaffirmed the government’s strategic focus on empowering Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) to build a more inclusive, resilient, and export-driven economy. Speaking yesterday (July 15) at the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says building resilience at the community level is crucial in the country’s disaster response. Speaking last Thursday (July 10) during the Hurricane Beryl – Building a Better Jamaica Fund: National Tribute to Partnership and Recovery, the Prime Minister emphasized the need for local preparedness and sustainable recovery strategies. Prime Minister […]

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness says Jamaica has achieved several major milestones in its recovery following Hurricane Beryl. Dr Holness says this underscores the strength of collective action and the urgent need to embed resilience into every layer of Jamaican society. Speaking last Thursday (July 10) at the “Hurricane Beryl – Building A Better Jamaica […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says the Government is set to take a second look at its flagship New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) to explore how it can be expanded to include the provision of land for beneficiaries who qualify but do not own or have access to suitable property. The move comes as the […]