Chief Justice highlights conditions at courts in western Jamaica post hurricane Melissa

Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has highlighted conditions at some of the island’s court houses, especially in western Jamaica, post hurricane Melissa, noting the urgent need to ensure the public’s access to justice.

This was a major part of a renewed call for the judiciary to have greater control over its budget.

Speaking today at a media engagement put on by the Court Administration Division, the Chief Justice noted that he has not seen any indication that the Justice Ministry has activated emergency procurement to have the rehabilitation works undertaken.

He pointed to the efforts being made by judges in Westmoreland.

Justice Sykes called for better funding for the judiciary to respond to natural disasters like hurricane Melissa.

Noting that 9 court houses are located near coasts, Justice Sykes said if another hurricane hits, the judiciary must have access to funds to effect its own response.

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Chief Justice Bryan Sykes renews call for judiciary to have greater control over its budget

Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has highlighted conditions at some of the island’s court houses, especially in western Jamaica, post hurricane Melissa, noting the urgent need to ensure the public’s access to justice.

This was a major part of a renewed call for the judiciary to have greater control over its budget.

Speaking today at a media engagement put on by the Court Administration Division, the Chief Justice noted that he has not seen any indication that the Justice Ministry has activated emergency procurement to have the rehabilitation works undertaken.

He pointed to the efforts being made by judges in Westmoreland.

Justice Sykes called for better funding for the judiciary to respond to natural disasters like hurricane Melissa.

Noting that 9 court houses are located near coasts, Justice Sykes said if another hurricane hits, the judiciary must have access to funds to effect its own response.

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Sentencing of former MP Jolyan Silvera to be livestreamed – Justice Sykes

Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has highlighted conditions at some of the island’s court houses, especially in western Jamaica, post hurricane Melissa, noting the urgent need to ensure the public’s access to justice.

This was a major part of a renewed call for the judiciary to have greater control over its budget.

Speaking today at a media engagement put on by the Court Administration Division, the Chief Justice noted that he has not seen any indication that the Justice Ministry has activated emergency procurement to have the rehabilitation works undertaken.

He pointed to the efforts being made by judges in Westmoreland.

Justice Sykes called for better funding for the judiciary to respond to natural disasters like hurricane Melissa.

Noting that 9 court houses are located near coasts, Justice Sykes said if another hurricane hits, the judiciary must have access to funds to effect its own response.

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PM Holness says Caribbean region must prepare for climate shocks, calls for unity among member states

Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has highlighted conditions at some of the island’s court houses, especially in western Jamaica, post hurricane Melissa, noting the urgent need to ensure the public’s access to justice.

This was a major part of a renewed call for the judiciary to have greater control over its budget.

Speaking today at a media engagement put on by the Court Administration Division, the Chief Justice noted that he has not seen any indication that the Justice Ministry has activated emergency procurement to have the rehabilitation works undertaken.

He pointed to the efforts being made by judges in Westmoreland.

Justice Sykes called for better funding for the judiciary to respond to natural disasters like hurricane Melissa.

Noting that 9 court houses are located near coasts, Justice Sykes said if another hurricane hits, the judiciary must have access to funds to effect its own response.

Read More

Second person of interest in murder of 3-year-old and his father in Denham Town, surrenders to police

Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has highlighted conditions at some of the island’s court houses, especially in western Jamaica, post hurricane Melissa, noting the urgent need to ensure the public’s access to justice.

This was a major part of a renewed call for the judiciary to have greater control over its budget.

Speaking today at a media engagement put on by the Court Administration Division, the Chief Justice noted that he has not seen any indication that the Justice Ministry has activated emergency procurement to have the rehabilitation works undertaken.

He pointed to the efforts being made by judges in Westmoreland.

Justice Sykes called for better funding for the judiciary to respond to natural disasters like hurricane Melissa.

Noting that 9 court houses are located near coasts, Justice Sykes said if another hurricane hits, the judiciary must have access to funds to effect its own response.

Read More

GOVT to disburse payments to more approved beneficiaries under ROOFS programme, this week

Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has highlighted conditions at some of the island’s court houses, especially in western Jamaica, post hurricane Melissa, noting the urgent need to ensure the public’s access to justice.

This was a major part of a renewed call for the judiciary to have greater control over its budget.

Speaking today at a media engagement put on by the Court Administration Division, the Chief Justice noted that he has not seen any indication that the Justice Ministry has activated emergency procurement to have the rehabilitation works undertaken.

He pointed to the efforts being made by judges in Westmoreland.

Justice Sykes called for better funding for the judiciary to respond to natural disasters like hurricane Melissa.

Noting that 9 court houses are located near coasts, Justice Sykes said if another hurricane hits, the judiciary must have access to funds to effect its own response.

Read More

Agriculture Ministry monitoring egg supply after Hurricane Melissa disruptions

Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has highlighted conditions at some of the island’s court houses, especially in western Jamaica, post hurricane Melissa, noting the urgent need to ensure the public’s access to justice.

This was a major part of a renewed call for the judiciary to have greater control over its budget.

Speaking today at a media engagement put on by the Court Administration Division, the Chief Justice noted that he has not seen any indication that the Justice Ministry has activated emergency procurement to have the rehabilitation works undertaken.

He pointed to the efforts being made by judges in Westmoreland.

Justice Sykes called for better funding for the judiciary to respond to natural disasters like hurricane Melissa.

Noting that 9 court houses are located near coasts, Justice Sykes said if another hurricane hits, the judiciary must have access to funds to effect its own response.

Read More

Edward Seaga Infant School community in mourning following murder of 3-year-old student Jayce Pinnock

Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has highlighted conditions at some of the island’s court houses, especially in western Jamaica, post hurricane Melissa, noting the urgent need to ensure the public’s access to justice.

This was a major part of a renewed call for the judiciary to have greater control over its budget.

Speaking today at a media engagement put on by the Court Administration Division, the Chief Justice noted that he has not seen any indication that the Justice Ministry has activated emergency procurement to have the rehabilitation works undertaken.

He pointed to the efforts being made by judges in Westmoreland.

Justice Sykes called for better funding for the judiciary to respond to natural disasters like hurricane Melissa.

Noting that 9 court houses are located near coasts, Justice Sykes said if another hurricane hits, the judiciary must have access to funds to effect its own response.

Read More

Opposition calls on Government to end short term contract system

Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has highlighted conditions at some of the island’s court houses, especially in western Jamaica, post hurricane Melissa, noting the urgent need to ensure the public’s access to justice.

This was a major part of a renewed call for the judiciary to have greater control over its budget.

Speaking today at a media engagement put on by the Court Administration Division, the Chief Justice noted that he has not seen any indication that the Justice Ministry has activated emergency procurement to have the rehabilitation works undertaken.

He pointed to the efforts being made by judges in Westmoreland.

Justice Sykes called for better funding for the judiciary to respond to natural disasters like hurricane Melissa.

Noting that 9 court houses are located near coasts, Justice Sykes said if another hurricane hits, the judiciary must have access to funds to effect its own response.

Read More

Seiveright says Jamaica-China engagements must deliver long-term value for Jamaicans

Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has highlighted conditions at some of the island’s court houses, especially in western Jamaica, post hurricane Melissa, noting the urgent need to ensure the public’s access to justice.

This was a major part of a renewed call for the judiciary to have greater control over its budget.

Speaking today at a media engagement put on by the Court Administration Division, the Chief Justice noted that he has not seen any indication that the Justice Ministry has activated emergency procurement to have the rehabilitation works undertaken.

He pointed to the efforts being made by judges in Westmoreland.

Justice Sykes called for better funding for the judiciary to respond to natural disasters like hurricane Melissa.

Noting that 9 court houses are located near coasts, Justice Sykes said if another hurricane hits, the judiciary must have access to funds to effect its own response.

Read More