News from the OPM

“Jamaica is at a stage in its development where it has to reflect and indeed attempt to modernize all its institutions including the various holidays that we celebrate including our system of national honours and awards.” – Prime Minister Holness ——————————————————————————- Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness, has formally announced the government’s intention […]

 “We recognize the importance of fixing the road that passes your gate, but to do that effectively, we need projects like these that increase national economic productivity. It’s a delicate balance, but one that is necessary for long-term growth.” -Prime Minister Holness ——————————————————————————— Prime Minister Andrew Holness says the Montego Bay  Perimeter Project will boost […]

“The only way to effectively address your long-term issues is to make strategic investments that generate revenue, which can then be substantially allocated to address the current pain points affecting you. Now, you have a government that can really change your situation for the long term.” -Prime Minister Holness ———————————————————————————————-   Prime Minister Dr. Andrew […]

“Jamaica is not the same place it was ten years ago. More people have income, more people are aspirational, and this makes Jamaica a prime destination for investors.” – Prime Minister Holness __________________________________________________________ Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has emphasized the government’s commitment to lifting Jamaicans out of poverty, enabling them to achieve their aspirations. […]

“The real achievement is that there is an enduring programme supported by a budget that will over the long run ensure that any Jamaican who falls in this situation of having no means, no income, is a victim of unfortunate circumstances.” – Prime Minister Holness —————————————————————————————— Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says the government remains […]

Mr. Speaker, on Thursday, September 5, 2024, the Integrity Commission submitted an Investigation Report, Ruling and Special Report to Parliament concerning an investigation into my Statutory Declarations for 2021.  The Reports have now been tabled and I have since had a chance to read the concluding paragraphs of the Ruling by the Director of Corruption Prosecution, […]

The Government, through the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, is reporting significant progress in relief distribution efforts, under the Rebuild Jamaica Initiative, two months after Hurricane Beryl brushed sections of southern Jamaica. Already, the Ministry of Labour says it has distributed thousands of cheques and other essential resources. Speaking at the recent Post Cabinet […]

The Government of Jamaica remains steadfast in its commitment to participate in the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti, as part of a broader international effort to restore peace and stability to the Haitian people. In line with our public commitments, Jamaica will deploy an initial command team of 24 on Thursday, September 12, 2024. The […]

The Cabinet has established the Disaster Risk Management Review Committee (DRMRC) to enhance the country’s readiness for natural and man-made disasters. This committee will assess critical infrastructure, essential services, and the state’s ability to provide timely disaster response, focusing on water, electricity, telecommunications, medical services, and community preparedness. Major General Antony Anderson, Former Commissioner of […]

“We are really trying to improve the quality of the (bus) service and that is a tangible way in which the government can take the rewards of its good fiscal management and translate it into tangible benefits that improve your quality of life. This will improve the service you receive, reduce the pain point of […]