Despite a 7.5% reduction in murders, crime and violence persist in Jamaica, ranking it tenth globally in crime rates according to the 2023 World Population Review. In his New Year’s message, Prime Minister Andrew Holness acknowledged the challenge, emphasizing...
During the escalating controversy surrounding the proposed elevation of Portmore to Jamaica’s 15th parish, State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign and Foreign Trade, Alando Terrelonge, took a stand, vehemently defending the government’s relationship with...
Prime Minister Andrew Holness has embarked on a working visit to Washington, DC in the United States, according to his office’s announcement on Monday. The release indicated that Holness will be away from the island for during the period of December 4-7, 2023....
The Local Government Minister, Desmond McKenzie, is among those supporting the Prime Minister’s choice to implement a 14-day State of Public Emergency in St. James. This decision follows a series of murders, including a triple homicide that tragically claimed...
Prime Minister Andrew Holness has announced his directive for amendments to be made to the laws, aiming to establish more stringent penalties to serve as a deterrent to criminals. Additionally, the recently tabled Firearms Act from last year will undergo further...
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