The Government has outlined an ambitious infrastructural development agenda for the 2025/2026 fiscal year, aimed at fostering economic growth, enhancing public services, and ensuring climate resilience. The announcements were made on Friday (February 14, 2025) in the Throne Speech delivered by the Honourable Steadman Fuller, CD, JP, deputizing for the Governor-General. The throne speech signals […]
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The Minister of Finance & The Public Service is clarifying misleading statements in the media today that suggest that the budget for the upcoming FY 2025/26 signals “contraction.” Minister Williams said that “There are indeed spending cuts that are specifically related to Jamaica’s debt servicing (amortisation and interest payments). As a point of information, these […]
Continue ReadingConsequent to the resignation of Senators Matthew Samuda, Delroy Williams and Ransford Braham, Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness has written to His Excellency the Most Honourable Sir Patrick Allen, Governor-General of Jamaica, recommending the appointment of Dr. Elon Thompson, Mr. Marlon Morgan and Mr. Delano Seiveright to the Senate. Dr. Elon Thompson is […]
Continue ReadingThe Government of Jamaica is pleased to announce the official publication of the National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force Report. The National AI Task Force Report will be made available to the public via the Office of the Prime Minister’s website. The report is the culmination of extensive research, stakeholder engagement, and rigorous analysis conducted […]
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Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has welcomed the latest crime statistics, which reveal a notable decline in serious crimes for the period January 1 to February 1, 2025. The total number of reported serious crimes fell from 374 in 2024 to 294 in 2025, marking a significant reduction of 80 cases or 21.4%. This downward […]
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“Jamaica today is different from Jamaica a decade ago. Whether it is how we recovered from COVID-19, supply chain shocks, or unseasonal weather, Jamaica has done very well in withstanding and absorbing shocks and recovering.” – Prime Minister Holness Prime Minister Andrew Holness says Jamaica’s economy is strong, resilient, and fiscally fit, highlighting the country’s […]
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“Your government is dedicated to upholding religious freedom, ensuring everyone can worship, or not, as they choose. This is both a legal and moral duty, affirming individual dignity and fostering a society where all can thrive.” -Prime Minister Holness Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says the Government of Jamaica remains steadfast in its commitment […]
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“The Government is actively addressing any challenges to ensure that all beneficiaries receive their homes as soon as possible. We recognize the difficulties faced by those waiting, and we are making every effort to expedite the process while maintaining the integrity of the programme.” – Prime Minister Holness ———————————————————————————————- Prime Minister Dr. the Most […]
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“Come back with a good heart and a good mind. Come back willing to work. Come back with your resources. You will be able to make life here.” – Prime Minister Holness —————————————————————————————– Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness has reassured Jamaicans that the government is fully prepared to receive returning and […]
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“It is essential that we focus on the most vulnerable, particularly those who cannot afford to repair their homes themselves. Together, we can help to strengthen our communities, protect our citizens, and ensure that our nation is better prepared for the challenges that lie ahead in the next hurricane season.” -Prime Minister Holness ————————————————————————– Prime […]
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