Health Minister directs management of the Regional Health Authorities and UHWI to action immediately a series of measures aimed at addressing concerns raised by medical interns
Health Minister directs management of the Regional Health Authorities and UHWI to action immediately a series of measures aimed at addressing concerns raised by medical interns
Health and Wellness Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton has directed the management of the Regional Health Authorities and the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) to action immediately a series of measures aimed at addressing concerns raised by medical interns regarding working and living conditions
“Ludicrous!” Water Minister rejects Opposition’s claim that politics is being used to guide distribution of water projects on the island
“Ludicrous!” Water Minister rejects Opposition’s claim that politics is being used to guide distribution of water projects on the island
In Parliament yesterday, Spokesperson on Water and Special Projects, Ian Hayles, referred to Mr. Samuda's list of 34 projects to be undertaken across Jamaica. He posited that the majority of the money being spent on the projects were in communities represented by members of the Jamaica Labour Party.
Fi We Children Foundation offers free legal assistance to parents of children barred from graduating over grooming
Fi We Children Foundation offers free legal assistance to parents of children barred from graduating over grooming
The initiative follows growing reports of students being denied participation in graduation ceremonies, based on appearance related disciplinary measures, including hair, grooming standards, and other non-academic criteria. Youth Policy Committee member at the foundation, Sabrina Barnes says no child
Digicel launches nationwide ‘Tun Up Fi 25’ summer celebration; partners with Busy Signal
Digicel launches nationwide ‘Tun Up Fi 25’ summer celebration; partners with Busy Signal
Digicel is promising bigger experiences, rewards and opportunities for customers across Jamaica as it launches 'Tun Up Fi 25', a nationwide campaign celebrating 25 years of connectivity. Tun Up Fi 25 is a summer-long celebration built around music, football, entertainment, community engagement and customer
Parliament affirms increase in minimum wage to $17,000 per week, effective July 1
Parliament affirms increase in minimum wage to $17,000 per week, effective July 1
The increase had been announced by Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness in March, then in June, the orders were laid on the table in the Lower House, and yesterday, Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Jr formally submitted the orders for deliberation and affirmation.
Medical interns expected to protest today as they call for urgent action to address long-standing concerns
Medical interns expected to protest today as they call for urgent action to address long-standing concerns
Their lobby group, the Jamaica Medical Doctors’ Association (JMDA), has urged other doctors and supporters to wear blue today in a show of solidarity with the medical interns.In a statement, the JMDA noted that there has been a significant drop in the number of interns working within medical facilities
Dr. Maureen Mullings Nelson defeats Dr. Darien Henry to become President-elect designate of the JTA
Dr. Maureen Mullings Nelson defeats Dr. Darien Henry to become President-elect designate of the JTA
At the end of yesterday's vote count for the election held last week, Dr. Mullings Nelson was victorious over the only other candidate for the post, Dr. Darien Henry.According to the JTA, 11,275 votes were cast, with Dr. Mullings Nelson receiving 6,967 votes, while Dr Henry received 3,947 votes.
President of Haiti Jamaica Society Myrtha Désulmé expresses concern about treatment of Haitian refugees by CARICOM countries, including Jamaica
President of Haiti Jamaica Society Myrtha Désulmé expresses concern about treatment of Haitian refugees by CARICOM countries, including Jamaica
Ms. Désulmé chastised CARICOM Governments for not doing enough to assist Haitians who flee their homeland and enter countries illegally. Her comments are in response to contrasting approaches taken by the Jamaican Government, in relation to Haitian refugees and third country nationals being transitioned
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
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Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has called for collaborative effort to ensure energy security in the Caribbean region.
Dr. Holness is on an official visit to Suriname where he participated in the Suriname Energy Oil and Gas Summit and Exhibition.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
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Health and Wellness Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton has directed the management of the Regional Health Authorities and the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) to action immediately a series of measures aimed at addressing concerns raised by medical interns regarding working and living conditions across the public health system. This is in keeping with the recently signed accountability framework and follows a statement issued yesterday by the Jamaica Medical Doctors Association (JMDA), which highlighted challenges being experienced by medical interns.
Monday, June 22, 2026
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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.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
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Digicel is promising bigger experiences, rewards and opportunities for customers across Jamaica as it launches 'Tun Up Fi 25', a nationwide campaign celebrating 25 years of connectivity. Tun Up Fi 25 is a summer-long celebration built around music, football, entertainment, community engagement and customer experiences. The campaign is designed to thank loyal customers while welcoming new ones.