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Gov’t assures that implementation of new digital systems in public service provides opportunities for new jobs

Gov’t assures that implementation of new digital systems in public service provides opportunities for new jobs

This from Minister with responsibility for Efficiency, Innovation and Digital Transformation, Ambassador Audrey Marks, at yesterday's post cabinet press briefing. She announced the implementation of a new Electronic Signature and Records Policy to standardise secure digital transactions across Government

Spokesperson for Social Protection and Social Transformation Dr. Angela Brown-Burke calls on Gov’t to overhaul ROOFS Programme

Spokesperson for Social Protection and Social Transformation Dr. Angela Brown-Burke calls on Gov’t to overhaul ROOFS Programme

Dr Brown Burke said the programme is flawed and wants it to be rectified immediately. Her concern follows reports of challenges experienced by beneficiaries in accessing ROOFS vouchers and materials.

Four policemen charged in relation to incidents investigated by INDECOM

Four policemen charged in relation to incidents investigated by INDECOM

Two police officers are to face trial in July in separate cases, while two others had their matters resolved following mediation in relation to incidents investigated by the Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM).The four members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force were placed before the St.

Efficiency Minister: Process to open bank account or register company to do business in Jamaica should not take more than 24 hours

Efficiency Minister: Process to open bank account or register company to do business in Jamaica should not take more than 24 hours

That is according to Minister without portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for efficiency, innovation and digital transformation, Ambassador Audrey Marks.She was speaking at this morning's post-Cabinet press briefing, where she announced the full implementation of the Electronic

Jamaica among 123 countries supporting UN resolution recognising slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity”

Jamaica among 123 countries supporting UN resolution recognising slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity”

Jamaica is among 123 countries that supported the adoption of a United Nations resolution endorsing the Trafficking of Enslaved Africans and Racialized Chattel Enslavement of Africans as the Gravest Crime Against Humanity.
This was an effort led by the Republic of Ghana.

Cash grants to be distributed next month for more than 400 churches severely impacted by Hurricane Melissa

Cash grants to be distributed next month for more than 400 churches severely impacted by Hurricane Melissa

419 churches, which were severely impacted by Hurricane Melissa, are slated to receive cash grants from the Government next month.Local Government Minister, Desmond McKenzie, gave the update during the Kingston and St. Andrew Governance Conference at the Jamaica Conference Centre in Kingston today.

Petrojam announces today’s departure of General Manager; Tamara Robinson to remain as interim GM

Petrojam announces today’s departure of General Manager; Tamara Robinson to remain as interim GM

Petrojam Limited has announced that Telroy Morgan will step down from his role as General Manager, effective today.

Probe underway into false report of the kidnapping of an Antiguan National

Probe underway into false report of the kidnapping of an Antiguan National

Investigators say the case which is being probed by the Specialized Investigation Branch (SIB) has been found to be a domestic dispute. Police Reports are that about 9 PM , on Monday, March 16, a report was made to the Red Hills Police Station about the alleged kidnapping of a 25-year-old man, initially

Gov’t implements Electronic Signature and Electronically Signed Records Policy

Gov’t implements Electronic Signature and Electronically Signed Records Policy

Minister with responsibility for Efficiency, Innovation and Digital Transformation, Ambassador Audrey Marks spearheaded the implementation at this morning's Post Cabinet Press Briefing. According to Ambassador Marks, the primary objectives of the policy are to establish, a standardized risk based frame

Finance Minister assures that online shopping will not be included in announced Digital Services Tax

Finance Minister assures that online shopping will not be included in announced Digital Services Tax

The Finance Minister sought to clear up questions surrounding the tax, during her budget debate closing presentation yesterday. She said goods purchased digitally and delivered physically will not be taxed.

Gov’t assures that implementation of new digital systems in public service provides opportunities for new jobs

Thursday, March 26, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

This from Minister with responsibility for Efficiency, Innovation and Digital Transformation, Ambassador Audrey Marks, at yesterday's post cabinet press briefing. She announced the implementation of a new Electronic Signature and Records Policy to standardise secure digital transactions across Government at the briefing.

Spokesperson for Social Protection and Social Transformation Dr. Angela Brown-Burke calls on Gov’t to overhaul ROOFS Programme

Thursday, March 26, 2026 Marlene Freeman News No comments

Dr Brown Burke said the programme is flawed and wants it to be rectified immediately. Her concern follows reports of challenges experienced by beneficiaries in accessing ROOFS vouchers and materials.

Richards mines second consecutive bronze -Jamaica’s medal tally moves to three at World Indoors

Saturday, March 21, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Jamaica added a bronze medal to the tally this morning on Day 2 of the 2026 World Indoor Championships in Poland to take the overall medal achievement to three - two silver and one bronze to sit in 5th place on the overall table. Raymond Richards secured his second consecutive World Indoors bronze medal when he claimed third place in the men's high jump with a season best 2.26 metres.

Silver lining for Jamaica – Day 1 World Indoor Championships

Friday, March 20, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Jamaica closed day one of the 2026 World Indoor Championships in Poland with two silver medals for 4th place overall on the medal table. The number two ranked in the world Jordan Scott notched the first medal while Kishane Thompson made it two shortly after.

Possible airport delays loom for Love & Harmony Cruise travelers

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Organizers of the popular Love & Harmony cruise are urging passengers booked on the upcoming six-day, five-night excursion to brace for possible travel delays, citing ongoing disruptions linked to the partial United States government shutdown.

Attorney Bridgett Bennett advises swift action in Rygin King ICE detention case

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Following news of dancehall artiste Rygin King’s detention by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, ICE, US based immigration attorney Bridgett Bennett says the first thing the artiste’s team needs to do is determine where he is being detained.