Home Page - IRIE FM

NAJ says UHWI management has committed to address working condition concerns raised by nurses at A&E department, following protest today

NAJ says UHWI management has committed to address working condition concerns raised by nurses at A&E department, following protest today

The Nurses Association of Jamaica (NAJ) says the management of the University Hospital of the West Indies has committed to address several concerns about working condition raised by nurses at the Accident and Emergency department. The statement follows this morning's protest by several nurses assigned

Phase 3.0 of Jamaica’s tourism journey to focus on transformation and growth

Phase 3.0 of Jamaica’s tourism journey to focus on transformation and growth

Portfolio Minister Edmund Bartlett noted that the sector has already gone through the first phase 1.0, which was aimed at brand creation, while phase, 2.0, was about expansion and investment.

Education Minister Dr. Dana Morris Dixon says there is no teacher shortage at this time

Education Minister Dr. Dana Morris Dixon says there is no teacher shortage at this time

She made the comment while answering questions at a press conference yesterday. According to Dr. Morris Dixon, while the issue with teacher migration is not new and is faced by many countries, the island does not currently have a shortage challenge.

A freak storm impacted sections of Westmoreland yesterday

A freak storm impacted sections of Westmoreland yesterday

A freak storm impacted sections of Westmoreland yesterday.Reports indicate that the weather event affected the Mannings High School, blowing down tents and power lines in the process.

3 men hospitalised following gun attack at house in Allman Town in Kingston

3 men hospitalised following gun attack at house in Allman Town in Kingston

Three men have been hospitalised following a gun attack at a house along East Avenue in Allman Town in Kingston late last night.Reports indicate that about 11:45 P.M., the men, all believed to be in their 20s, were inside a house playing games, when two armed men entered and opened fire, hitting all

The Jamaica Stock Exchange introduces new trading platform for micro and small enterprises

The Jamaica Stock Exchange introduces new trading platform for micro and small enterprises

The JSE micro-market initiative was officially launched this morning at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston.
The initiative is designed to help micro and small businesses gain greater access to equity financing, which will enable them to expand their operations, create jobs and contribute more

Education Ministry to test for learning challenges among students who achieved low PEP results

Education Ministry to test for learning challenges among students who achieved low PEP results

Portfolio Minister, Dr. Dana Morris Dixon announced the initiative during a PEP results press conference at Jamaica House yesterday.

The move is part of efforts to ensure that all the nation's education needs are met.

JAMP calls for higher standards of transparency and accountability in governance

JAMP calls for higher standards of transparency and accountability in governance

The Jamaica Accountability Meter Portal (JAMP) is calling for higher standards of transparency and accountability in governance.This follows the Integrity Commission's investigation report concerning Minister without portfolio with responsibility for science, technology and special projects, Dr. Andrew

Gov’t to establish Boys’ Committee to tackle under-performance of boys in education

Gov’t to establish Boys’ Committee to tackle under-performance of boys in education

Education Minister Dr. Dana Morris Dixon says the Government will establish a Boys' Committee to bolster efforts to tackle the under-performance of boys in education.
According to Dr. Morris-Dixon, the island's boys are not performing near the Ministry's target.

Hydel High and Cumberland High in St. Catherine are to be merged

Hydel High and Cumberland High in St. Catherine are to be merged

Education Minister Dr. Dana Morris Dixon confirmed the merger during a press conference yesterday.According to Dr. Morris Dixon, Hydel High has been undergoing financial struggles for sometime.

NAJ says UHWI management has committed to address working condition concerns raised by nurses at A&E department, following protest today

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Clement Reid News No comments

The Nurses Association of Jamaica (NAJ) says the management of the University Hospital of the West Indies has committed to address several concerns about working condition raised by nurses at the Accident and Emergency department. The statement follows this morning's protest by several nurses assigned to the hospital's morning shift.

Phase 3.0 of Jamaica’s tourism journey to focus on transformation and growth

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

Portfolio Minister Edmund Bartlett noted that the sector has already gone through the first phase 1.0, which was aimed at brand creation, while phase, 2.0, was about expansion and investment.

Alana Reid and Christopher Taylor secures their first National 200 meters title

Monday, June 22, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

National Junior record holder Alana Reid and the World Championship mile relay silver medalist Christopher Taylor won their first national 200 meters title last night, while there were also several first time national champions.

Javier Ainstein officially appointed new head coach of Montego Bay United

Monday, June 22, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Argentine coach Javier Ainstein has been officially appointed as the new head coach of Montego Bay United ahead of the 2026-27 Wray & Nephew Jamaica Premier League season.

Spice turns up Times Square with ‘Volcano’ promotion

Monday, June 22, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Dancehall star Spice brought dancehall energy to football fans gathered in Times Square, New York, during the World Cup celebrations.

Dancehall stars Baby Cham and Konshens celebrate Argentina’s win over Austria

Monday, June 22, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Dancehall stars Baby Cham and Konshens were among football fans celebrating Argentina’s victory over Austria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.