Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen, received Letters of Credence from the High Commissioner-Designate for the Federal Republic of Nigeria to Jamaica, Mrs. Maureen Piribonemi Tamuno at King’s House this morning (Tuesday, June 29, 2021). The High Commissioner spoke of her intention to strengthen the Nigeria/Jamaica long-standing bilateral and diplomatic relationship. The Governor-General congratulated the new High…
GGPE, King’s House: Patron of the Governor-General’s Programme for Excellence, His Excellency Sir Patrick Allen yesterday handed over 50 tablets to students of the Fruitful Vale Primary School in Portland. This was done in partnership with the Member of Parliament for Western Portland, the Honourable Daryl Vaz, the FLOW Foundation and past students of the…
Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen has installed the Honourable Hugh Gentles, CD, JP as Custos Rotulorum for the Parish of Trelawny. The Installation Ceremony took place this morning at the Ocean Coral Spring Hotel in Falmouth. On Custos Gentles’ suitability for the post, The Governor-General said the Custos would provide the leadership to instill a strong…
The Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines, Mr Jose Manuel Gallego del Romualdez, presented his Credentials to Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen this morning in the first virtual ceremony at King’s House. The physical handover of the Credentials was done by Mr Nicholas Haughton, Acting Director of Protocol in Jamaica’s Foreign Ministry. Ambassador Gallego del…
Custos Emeritus of Manchester, the Honourable Dr. Gilbert Allen, CD, JP was a humble, committed and dedicated individual who exemplified the meaning of selfless service. His entire life was devoted to caring for his patients, serving the Parish of Manchester and the Nation. Family, friends and well-wishers are invited to share their treasured memories here:https://www.remembr.com/custos.emeritus.of.manchester.the.honourable.dr.gilbert.allen
Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen has expressed deep regret and sadness at the passing of Ambassador the Honourable Anthony Johnson, OJ, former Cabinet Minister and retired diplomat. “The country has lost a former Statesman who made an outstanding contribution to national life,” Sir Patrick stated, adding that “Ambassador Johnson will always be remembered as a quiet…
Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen has expressed shock and deep regret at the passing of Mr. Michael Sharpe, Operations Manager at Jamaica News Network of the RJR/Gleaner Communications Group. The Governor-General described Mr. Sharpe as the consummate journalist, media professional and media educator who had a healthy respect for nationhood. “Mr. Sharpe was visibly passionate about…
Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen has expressed deep regret and sadness at the passing this morning of the former Custos Emeritus of Manchester, the Honourable Dr. Gilbert Allen, CD, JP. He was appointed Custos in February 1994 and served for 17 years until his retirement in June 2011. He acted as Deputy Governor-General on several occasions.…
Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen who has been in dialogue his with Governmental Officials in St. Vincent and the Grenadines from early last week has pledged his solidarity for the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. His Excellency expressed that, what has happened in St. Vincent and the Grenadines and the surrounding region is an…
King’s House, Jamaica: Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen has advised that no physical condolence books will be opened for members of the public or members of the Diplomatic Corps to sign subsequent to the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh on April 9, 2021. This decision has been taken in light…
Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen has expressed regret and sadness at the passing of Wisynco’s retired chairman, Joseph Mahfood, CD. In a statement His Excellency said, “Lady Allen and the King’s House Staff join me in expressing our deepest condolences to the family of the late Mr. Mahfood. Mr. Mahfood was a transformational leader, entrepreneur and…
The following release has been issued by The Governor-General, Sir Patrick Allen. “This morning Buckingham Palace announced the passing of His Royal Highness, The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and beloved husband of Her Majesty the Queen. “The Royal Family has lost a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, whose dedication to the Crown, his country…
