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Government Invests $75 Million to Light Up Sabina Park and Revive Cricket to the Days of Glory


Government Invests $75 Million to Light Up Sabina Park and Revive Cricket to the Days of Glory

The Government of Jamaica continues to demonstrate its commitment to national development through real, tangible investment. Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness visited Sabina Park last evening (June 16) to inspect the installation of new lighting infrastructure, funded by a $75 million allocation from the budget of the Government of Jamaica. This is part of a […]

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Prime Minister Holness Warns Gunmen: “Put Down the Gun, Find Something Else to Do”


Prime Minister Holness Warns Gunmen: “Put Down the Gun, Find Something Else to Do”

Prime Minister Andrew Holness issued a stern warning to young men involved in criminal activity to turn away from violence and crime and become productive, law-abiding citizens. Speaking on Friday (June 13) at the groundbreaking and contract signing ceremony for the Village of Tower Hill Development in West Central St. Andrew, Prime Minister Holness said […]

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Government to Transform Aged Housing in Communities in Spanish Town, St. Catherine


Government to Transform Aged Housing in Communities in Spanish Town, St. Catherine

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has announced that the Government will move to improve the aging housing units in sections of Spanish Town in St. Catherine. Speaking in the Spanish Town area recently, Prime Minister Holness committed to improving social intervention services in the old capital, where he spent his boyhood years. “In many communities, […]

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Prime Minister Holness Highlights Development in Action at New Social Housing Handing Over in Trelawny


Prime Minister Holness Highlights Development in Action at New Social Housing Handing Over in Trelawny

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says he is committed to sustainable national development and community upliftment through the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP). Speaking at an NSHP handing over ceremony on Friday, June 6, 2025, in Warsop-Troy, Trelawny, the Prime Minister emphasized that the handing over of new homes is not a one-off event. Dr. […]

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Myton Gully Project Proves Government is Getting the Job Done


Myton Gully Project Proves Government is Getting the Job Done

Prime Minister Andrew Holness says the Government is delivering critical infrastructure projects, pointing to the newly completed Myton Gully Drainage Improvement Project in St. Catherine as clear evidence that the government is getting things done. Speaking on Tuesday (June 10) at the handing-over ceremony, Prime Minister Holness said significant work is being done across the […]

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Prime Minister Holness Issues Stern Warning to Criminals as Jamaica’s Murder Rate Continues to Tumble


Prime Minister Holness Issues Stern Warning to Criminals as Jamaica’s Murder Rate Continues to Tumble

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has issued a strong message to criminals: “Abandon your illegal activities and take advantage of a changing Jamaica, one where crime is falling and peace is rising.” Jamaica is currently recording a 35-year record low murder rate. Prime Minister Holness revealed that murders in Jamaica are down by 44.1% when compared […]

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Tackling Domestic Violence Is Key to Building a Peaceful and Safe Jamaica


Tackling Domestic Violence Is Key to Building a Peaceful and Safe Jamaica

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has declared that his administration is committed to tackling domestic violence and the culture of aggression that has taken root in Jamaican communities. Dr. Holness says addressing these issues is crucial to building a peaceful and safe society. Prime Minister Holness has emphasized that violence is not only a public safety […]

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Holness Administration Commits to Continuing to Change Jamaica and Deliver Results


Holness Administration Commits to Continuing to Change Jamaica and Deliver Results

Prime Minister Andrew Holness says Jamaicans can trust his administration, which has delivered a strong track record of performance. Dr. Holness says he is committed to continuing to deliver real results for Jamaicans. This is as six additional families in the parish of Trelawny received the keys to brand-new homes under the New Social Housing Programme […]

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Government Invests $76 Million in Tree-Relocator Equipment to Champion Sustainable Development


Government Invests $76 Million in Tree-Relocator Equipment to Champion Sustainable Development

The Holness administration has moved decisively to protect the environment while advancing national infrastructure. Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness officially commissioned a $76 million investment in specialized tree-relocator equipment. The investment underscores the Government’s commitment to sustainable development and environmental stewardship. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony on Monday (June 9) held at Jamaica House, the […]

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