Jamaicans can expect to see significant improvements in their communities following the announcement by Prime Minister Andrew Holness of the first phase of a comprehensive Government initiative to renew, transform and upgrade communal spaces across the island. The programme, which will improve the quality of life of our citizens by ensuring safe and beautiful parks, […]
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Prime Minister Andrew Holness has highlighted several achievements that have propelled Jamaica towards a more sustainable economy. The Prime Minister says through a combination of prudent policies, strategic national investments, and a commitment to inclusive growth, Jamaica has realized economic stability that has had positive ripple effects throughout the country. The Prime Minister’s address highlighted […]
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“If you saw something, I urge you, say something, we cannot allow this murder to go unsolved. The person or persons who committed this crime could very well commit other crimes, and we cannot tell who the next victim could be.” – Prime Minister Andrew Holness ———————————————————– Prime Minister Andrew Holness has renewed his call […]
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Upon the advice of the Commissioner of Police and the Chief of Defence Staff, the Governor-General, His Excellency Sir Patrick Allen, has authorized the declaration of States of Public Emergency in the parishes of St. James and Westmoreland. The SOEs, which commenced at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, June 22, 2023, will be effective for an […]
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The Government of Jamaica on Wednesday (June 21, 2023) announced a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to reform the public sector and enhance the effectiveness of governance. Prime Minister Andrew Holness tabled a Green Paper and a Ministry Paper in Parliament with comprehensive job descriptions for Members of Parliament (MPs) and Ministers of Government. […]
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Today, we gather to officially hand over The Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) Therapeutic Centre, the first of its kind in the English-speaking Caribbean. The project was managed by The Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) and financed by the Government of Jamaica (GOJ) and the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) through its Basic Needs […]
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“The need for action is urgent and compelling and requires concerted attention.” —Prime Minister Andrew Holness ———————————————————– Prime Minister Andrew Holness is urging the international community to unite and take urgent action in response to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Haiti. He was delivering the keynote address today (June 16, 2023) at the Special […]
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KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY THE MOST HONOURABLE ANDREW HOLNESS, ON, PC, MP PRIME MINISTER OF JAMAICA AT THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE UN ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL COUNCIL “Saving Lives: Addressing the Urgent Food Security Needs of Haiti” 16 June 2023 _______________________________________________________________________ Madam President, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, Let me first express sincere thanks to the […]
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Statement By The Most Honourable Andrew Holness ON, PC, MP Prime Minister of Jamaica At the Sitting of the House of Representatives On June 13, 2023 ________________________________________________________________ Madam Speaker, I’m inclined to consider very carefully the position raised by the member from St. Andrew South-Eastern, as I’m very sympathetic to the positions and discussions raised […]
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Opening Statement By The Most Honourable Andrew Holness ON, PC, MP Prime Minister of Jamaica At the Meeting of Haitian Stakeholders At Liberty Hall, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade On June 11, 2023 _____________________________________________________________ Thank you Madam Chairperson, Senator the Honorable Kemina Johnson Smith Commonwealth case you thought she was Minister of Foreign […]
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