News from the OPM

Our security forces are reporting major gains in national security, highlighting the lowest murder rate in over three decades and historic successes in the fight against illegal firearms and organized crime. Year-to-date figures reveal a 43.3% reduction in murders between January 1 and May 28, 2025—down to 275 murders compared to 485 during the same […]

The Government of Jamaica welcomes the United States Department of State’s decision to revise its travel advisory for Jamaica to Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution, an upgrade from the previous Level 3 designation. This update is an acknowledgement of the Government’s strides in improving public safety and ensuring a secure environment for both residents and […]

In light of recent changes to immigration enforcement policies in the United States, which have resulted in the repatriation of hundreds of Jamaicans, some with criminal records, Prime Minister Andrew Holness has again issued a strong yet compassionate appeal: return home to rebuild, not to destabilize. “We understand that the shifting immigration policies in the […]

As Jamaica prepares to receive a flight of 107 deported nationals on Thursday (May 29), the Government is reassuring the public that the return of nationals with final removal orders from overseas territories is neither unexpected nor unmanaged. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security the Hon. Dr. Horace Chang and Foreign Minister Senator […]

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness today led tributes as the nation honoured the life and work of late former Prime Minister, the Most Honourable Edward Seaga, on the occasion of his 95th birthday. The commemorative event, held at the National Heroes Park, paid homage to a man Prime Minister Holness described as “A transformational, courageous […]

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to renewable energy as a key strategy to lower the cost of water delivery and reduce national dependence. Speaking yesterday (May 27) at the official opening of the Forest Hills Pumping Station Solar Park, the Prime Minister commended the National Water Commission (NWC) for taking the […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has called on Jamaicans to believe in a government that is not only working but delivering results for the people. Prime Minister Holness highlighted the work of the administration, which is backed by a historic and unmatched record of achievements. Speaking yesterday (May 27) at the groundbreaking ceremony for the […]

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has issued a powerful reminder to Jamaicans to examine the track record of delivery when evaluating leadership, especially during the “promising season”. Speaking yesterday (May 27) at the groundbreaking ceremony for the long-anticipated Ferry to Rock Pond Pipeline Project in St. Andrew, Prime Minister Holness says this administration has been consistently delivering […]

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has announced that the Government has invested more than $87 billion in national security since 2016, nearly three times the amount spent in the eight years prior, a move that has significantly transformed Jamaica’s security landscape. Between 2008 and 2015, national security spending totalled approximately $26 billion. In contrast, the current […]

Jamaica continues to see a steady decline in serious crime, the result of sustained investment, structured planning, and a clear focus on strengthening national security. Speaking at a recent event, Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness pointed to the shift in narrative surrounding crime trends and public safety. “When crime was going up, there was no […]