Yearly Archives: 2009

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, said today (September 9), that the family needs to be re-established as the basic institution in which both parents inculcate positive values, and attitudes in their children. “Too many children do not have a family in which to grow and be nurtured,” the Governor-General lamented. He…

Four judges were sworn in to higher offices Monday (September 7) by Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, during a ceremony at King’s House. Sworn in were: His Honour Mr. Frank Williams, Her Honour Miss Carol Edwards, His Honour Mr. Evan Brown, to act as Puisne Judges; and Her Honour Mrs. Sharon…

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has said that the church must become more visible, extending its reach beyond the congregation and into the wider society. “The church must be more involved and be engaged in programmes and activities in the community, that not only promote a change in attitudes and behaviour,…

Governor-General, His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, was today (Sept. 4) invested as Chief Scout of Jamaica by Chief Commissioner of the Scout Association of Jamaica, Rev. Barrington Soares. “I proudly accept the new role as Chief Scout and promise that I will do my best in my duty to God and my…

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon Sir Patrick Allen, has challenged students from communities in Tower Hill, Kingston, who excelled in the recent Grade Six Achievement Test (GSAT) to continue to strive for excellence. “Do the best in high school and come out to something. Do not waste these years. Keep that motivation with you,…

Guidance counselling programmes in several high schools are to be significantly enhanced with the introduction of a Students’ Motivational Manual, this month (September), at the start of the new school term. The manual, which seeks to advance the agenda of positive attitudes and values, has the key objectives to stimulate self-confidence and positive mental attitude;…

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has encouraged Jamaicans to use the success of the country’s athletes as an inspiration to pursue greatness. He said that the “awesome” and “world leading performances,” of the athletes at the recent World Championships in Berlin, Germany, “has proven beyond doubt that as a nation, we…

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has commended the Manchester business community for spearheading a crime fighting initiative in the parish. “The ‘Closed to Crime’ initiative is a bold step in the right direction. It will enable you to take back the streets of Manchester from those who are denying you the…

The Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon Sir Patrick Allen, has honoured 14 persons from Cornwall with the prestigious Governor General’s Achievement Awards. The recipients represent the parishes of St. Elizabeth, Hanover, St. James, Westmoreland and Trelawny, and were awarded for their outstanding achievements and making significant contributions to their communities, during a function held…

Bishop Herro Blair has been re-appointed Political Ombudsman, to serve for another five years. Presenting the Instruments of Re-appointment, at a brief ceremony, held at King’s House, today (Aug. 25), Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen congratulated Bishop Blair on his re-appointment and for the contribution he has made over the years…

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has called on parents to ensure that the home remains a firm place for disciplining children. “If children have their biggest fans at home, they will not need to find them anywhere else to feel good about themselves, so we must ensure that children are guided…