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Government Acting on Environmental Matters as Prime Minister Holness Delivers Improved Annotto Bay Coastal Area


Government Acting on Environmental Matters as Prime Minister Holness Delivers Improved Annotto Bay Coastal Area

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has officially handed over the completed Annotto Bay Coastal Protection Project, marking a significant milestone in Jamaica’s ongoing Disaster Vulnerability Reduction Project (DVRP). Speaking at the handing over ceremony on Friday, May 16, 2025, in Annotto Bay, St. Mary, the Prime Minister highlighted that the project, executed at a cost […]

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Government Announces $234M Castleton Botanical Gardens Restoration to Boost Climate Resilience and Eco-Tourism


Government Announces $234M Castleton Botanical Gardens Restoration to Boost Climate Resilience and Eco-Tourism

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has announced a major $234 million investment to restore and develop the Castleton Botanical Gardens in the parish of St. Mary. Castleton Gardens is one of Jamaica’s most historic and treasured green spaces. Speaking during the commissioning of the Castleton Pipeline Replacement Project on Friday (May 16), Prime Minister Holness […]

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More Than 3,000 Castleton Residents to Benefit from Upgraded Water System as Government Advances Push for Water Security


More Than 3,000 Castleton Residents to Benefit from Upgraded Water System as Government Advances Push for Water Security

Prime Minister Dr. The Most Hon. Andrew Holness has reiterated the Government’s commitment to equitable, resilient development with the commissioning of the Castleton Pipeline Replacement Project in St. Mary. The upgraded system will provide improved water access to over 3,000 residents in Castleton, Friendship Gap, and Cleary Spring. Speaking at the official ceremony on Friday […]

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Prime Minister Holness Strongly Condemns Killing of Policeman in St. Catherine


Prime Minister Holness Strongly Condemns Killing of Policeman in St. Catherine

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has strongly condemned the attack and murder of police Corporal Kamal Mayne. Corporal Mayne was killed this morning (May 17) by hoodlums at his home in Old Harbour St. Catherine. Prime Minister Holness said: “This is a heartbreaking blow to his [Corporal Mayne’s] family, his colleagues in the Jamaica Constabulary Force, […]

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Guardsman Cyber Security Centre Launch Signals New Era in Crime Prevention


Guardsman Cyber Security Centre Launch Signals New Era in Crime Prevention

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has issued a firm warning to criminals, while praising the strengthening of Jamaica’s cyber defense capabilities. Prime Minister Holness stressed that the environment for crime has drastically changed, thanks to continued investment in national security and technology. The Prime Minister stated: “Before you commit a crime, think very carefully that […]

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Prime Minister Holness says Every Dollar Spent in New Social Housing Programme Must Uplift and Transform Lives


Prime Minister Holness says Every Dollar Spent in New Social Housing Programme Must Uplift and Transform Lives

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has declared that government spending must improve the welfare of citizens. The Prime Minister says this principle in public expenditure is a core principle of governance, which is spending responsibly for the collective good and welfare of the people. “Every dollar that government spends should be directed in such a […]

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Government Deepens Water Resilience with 30 New NWC Service Vehicles


Government Deepens Water Resilience with 30 New NWC Service Vehicles

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to building resilient and responsive public infrastructure. This as the government delivered 30 additional new service vehicles, including trucks and pickups, to the National Water Commission (NWC). These vehicles are expected to significantly enhance the NWC’s ability to respond swiftly to service demands […]

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