On World Day of Social Justice, we pause to recognise Social Justice in addressing some of the most pressing human concerns such as poverty, exclusion, gender equality, unemployment, human rights, and social protection. When we work together to tackle these issues, we create opportunities for social solidarity, peace, and equality. Across the world, many organisations…
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen says amendments will be made to the Disaster Risk Management Act to sufficiently meet ever-changing realities. Delivering the Throne Speech at the ceremonial opening of Parliament at Gordon House today, he said the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development and its portfolio agencies, and local authorities, play…
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, is calling on all sectors of society to join forces to aid in rebuilding and bolstering the economy, in the post-coronavirus (COVID-19) period. “We must not only rebuild what we have lost; every Jamaican, every entrepreneur, every civil servant, every business, and every government agency must…
Businessman and Senior Justice of the Peace, Hugh Gentles, has been sworn-in as Custos of Trelawny. Mr Gentles was sworn-in by Governor- General Sir Patrick Allen in a small ceremony at King’s House this morning. In giving brief Remarks, Sir Patrick Allen said, “Mr. Gentles’ appointment follows the resignation of the Honourable Paul Muschett,…
Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen has expressed shock and sadness at the sudden passing of the Honourable Mr Justice Paul Harrison, OJ. In a statement this afternoon, Sir Patrick described Justice Harrison as “a dignified, quiet, tireless, dedicated and hard-working Judge who made an invaluable contribution to the legal system in Jamaica. Fairness, balance, and the…
Thirty-five (35) inspiring Jamaicans have been selected to receive the Governor-General’s Achievement Awards (GGAA). The award, which recognizes outstanding contribution to community and nation building, will be presented in a virtual ceremony to be staged in February 2021, under the theme: ‘Engaging, Empowering & Inspiring Jamaicans’. The GGPE (Governor-General’s Programme for Excellence) is pleased to…
