News from the OPM

Justice Winston Anderson Sworn In During Historic CARICOM Week in Jamaica   Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness has extended warm and sincere congratulations to the Honourable Mr. Justice Winston Anderson on his swearing in as the fourth President of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ). The official ceremony was held yesterday (July 6) at […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says justice, security and development are integrally linked to improving the lives of people in the Caribbean region. Dr Holness says a unified approach is crucial to addressing the complex  threat of crime and violence and building resilient communities. Addressing the high-level dialogue on Law and Criminal Justice, ahead of […]

Chairman of the Caribbean Community, CARICOM, Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has hailed the 18th staging of the CARICOM 10K/5K Road Race as a vibrant expression of regional unity and a call to action for a healthier Caribbean. Prime Minister Holness began his six-month tenure as head of the regional body on July 1, 2025. […]

“For the communities that are without water now, your voice is heard. I personally care about it. And the government that I administer on your behalf, we are working hard to correct and improve.” —Prime Minister Holness ——————————————————————————-   The Government has been actively listening and responding to the long-standing issue of water access in […]

Public Advisory: Road Lane Closure for CARICOM Road Races Please be advised that, in recognition of the 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of CARICOM Heads of Government, a series of road races, the 18th CARICOM Road Races, will take place in Montego Bay on Saturday, July 5, 2025. As a result, one lane of […]

The Government of Jamaica has formally notified the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) of its intention not to renew the current all-island electricity licence under the existing terms upon its expiration on July 8, 2027. Energy Minister, the Honourable Daryl Vaz, MP, made the announcement on Tuesday (July 1, 2025), underscoring the Government’s commitment to […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has reiterated that Jamaica’s infrastructure programme must not only deliver roads and public assets but must also build the technical and professional capacity of Jamaican workers through intentional skills transfer and training. Speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony for the US 81-million-dollar Port Antonio Bypass on June 26, the Prime Minister […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says he is focused on positivity and upliftment, noting that government representatives have been instructed to speak only from a place of fact and public responsibility. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Port Antonio Bypass on (June 26), Prime Minister Holness emphasized that the government will not participate in […]

Prime Minister Urges Jamaicans to Guard Their Future with Informed Choices Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has issued a call for national vigilance and thoughtful democratic participation, noting that Jamaica’s ongoing development is not the result of sudden windfalls or chance, but of disciplined governance, effective leadership, and long-term planning. Speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness is reaffirming the commitment of the Government of Jamaica to designing policies that expand opportunity, promote fairness, and reduce income inequality across the country. Speaking to the importance of equity in governance, the Prime Minister emphasized that no Jamaican should feel left out of national progress. “Every policy we implement […]