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Prime Minister Reiterates Welcome to Returning Jamaicans, Renews Warning Against Criminality


Prime Minister Reiterates Welcome to Returning Jamaicans, Renews Warning Against Criminality

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 […]

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Edward Seaga: A Transformational, Courageous and Caring Leader – Prime Minister Holness


Edward Seaga: A Transformational, Courageous and Caring Leader – Prime Minister Holness

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 […]

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Prime Minister Holness Opens Solar Facility at NWC Pumping Station, Highlights Push for Renewable Energy and Lower Costs


Prime Minister Holness Opens Solar Facility at NWC Pumping Station, Highlights Push for Renewable Energy and Lower Costs

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 […]

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Jamaicans Want a Government that Performs


Jamaicans Want a Government that Performs

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 […]

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 Holness Administration Triples Funding for National Security to Strengthen Citizen Safety and Stability


 Holness Administration Triples Funding for National Security to Strengthen Citizen Safety and Stability

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 […]

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Strategic Investment Driving Down Crime


Strategic Investment Driving Down Crime

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 […]

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