“Our farmers… Growing what we eat” IntroductionLadies and gentlemen good afternoon. For the past 58 years, the JAS has presented the Denbigh Agricultural Show as a spectacular must-see event for many persons. This is the place where farmers showcase the best of their livestock and produce. It is a wonderful social event for friends and…
The Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has implored graduands of St. Mary High School to seek to open their own businesses as well as opportunities in the agricultural sector, in spite of the challenges. “Do not hesitate to start your own businesses. Do not hesitate to seek opportunities in the agricultural…
A Jamaican Lawyer, Professor Winston Charles Anderson, has been selected as a Judge of the Caribbean Court of Justice by the Regional Judicial and Legal Services Commission. Professor Anderson will assume duty on 15th June 2010, when he will be sworn in by His Excellency Sir Patrick Allen at a special ceremony at King’s House. …
Governor-General the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen has urged students across Jamaica to make reading a life-long habit. He was speaking at King’s House on Monday (April 26) at the reading of a Proclamation to declare May 4 as Read Across Jamaica Day. The Governor-General observed that reading was a catalyst for the academic success…
Governor General Sir Patrick Allen has expressed regret at the recent passing of St Elizabeth Custos Albert Farquharson. His Excellency remembers him as a dedicated representative, who served as Custos for 15 years. The Governor-General also recalled Custos Farquharson’s many years in the public service where he served as Principal of the Lacovia High School.…
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has reiterated the importance of agricultural production in the economic and social development of the country. Giving the main address at the 24th St. Mary Agri Expo and Industrial show, held at the St. Mary Sports Club in Annotto Bay, St. Mary, on April 5, the…
Governor-General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen on Sunday (March 28) received The Queen’s Baton for the 2010 Commonwealth Games from a delegation led by Mr. Mike Fennell, President of the Commonwealth Games Federation. The Baton was symbolically passed to the Governor-General by Olympians Vilma McIntosh, Donald Quarrie and Sherone Simpson. The Governor-General…
‘Fixing our Problems………Positioning for Growth’ As we begin this new session of Parliament, we reflect on the legislative year just ended with cautious relief and renewed hope. It was a year in which the global crisis continued to bear down heavily on the economy. As the economy contracted, revenues fell below what was required to…
The parish of Trelawny has a new Custos. He is 53-year-old farmer and businessman, Mr. Harold Paul Arnold Muschett, who was sworn in yesterday (March 18), at a civic ceremony, held in Water Square, Falmouth. Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, who administered the Oath of Office, also conferred on Mr. Muschett …
Do you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to community development, and who deserves recognition? Then nominate that person for the 2010 Governor-General’s Achievement Award. Nominations for this year’s Governor-General’s Achievement Award are currently being accepted by Custodes in each parish. Nomination forms may be collected from Custodes and are also available online…
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen has commended members of the Scout Association, for their invaluable contribution in helping to shape the lives of many young Jamaicans. “In Jamaica, the Scout Association is an organisation that continues to provide several young men with strategic emotional and motivational support, while creating opportunities for…
Newly appointed Custos of Kingston, Steadman Fuller, has pledged to work to bring peace and order to Jamaican communities by promoting Restorative and Community Justice (RCJ) practices. “Carrying out this type of justice will cost less, it will ease the load in the formal justice system (and) it will be of invaluable assistance to the…
