Her Excellency the Most Honourable Lady Allen welcomed members of Soroptimist International Jamaica (Kingston Club) for a Courtesy Call on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Led by President Ms. Dawn Campbell, the newly elected Executive Committee was formally introduced to Lady Allen, and they discussed the Club’s current focus and ongoing initiatives. The Soroptimist International Jamaica…
A delegation from the Heart Foundation of Jamaica paid a Courtesy Call on Her Excellency the Most Honourable Lady Allen, on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Led by Dr. Leesha Schaaffe, Youth Health Advocate, the delegation engaged in meaningful dialogue on the National School Nutrition Policy, healthy school food environments, and broader strategies for fostering wellness…
A new cohort of 13 Ministers of State and one Parliamentary Secretary took the Oath of Allegiance and the Oath of Office, administered by His Excellency the Most Honourable Sir Patrick Allen, Governor-General of Jamaica, during a ceremony at King’s House. These appointees will support the work of the Government across key ministries, including Finance,…
REMARKS HIS EXCELLENCY THE MOST HON. SIR PATRICK ALLEN ON, GCMG, CD, KSt.J THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL SWEARING-IN OF STATE MINISTERS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 AT 1:00 P.M. SALUTATIONS: The Most Honourable Andrew Holness, Prime Minister The Honourable Dr Horace Chang, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security and Peace Cabinet Ministers Senator…
His Excellency the Governor-General, Sir Patrick Allen, received Letters of Credence from three Ambassadors during the Group Presentation of Credentials Ceremony held on Thursday, September 18, at King’s House. In welcoming them, His Excellency congratulated the Ambassadors and encouraged them to engage with Jamaican leaders, foster collaboration, and immerse themselves in the nation’s rich culture.…
Eighteen (18) Cabinet Ministers took the Oath of Allegiance and the Oath of Office, administered by His Excellency Sir Patrick Allen, Governor-General of Jamaica, during a ceremony yesterday at King’s House. Each Minister will be entrusted with key responsibilities across critical portfolios such as finance, justice, health, education, national security, tourism, and agriculture. In his…
REMARKS HIS EXCELLENCY THE MOST HON. SIR PATRICK ALLEN ON, GCMG, CD, KSt.J THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL SWEARING-IN OF CABINET MINISTERS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2025, AT 2:00 P.M. SALUTATIONS: The Most Honourable Andrew Holness, Prime Minister Ministers-designate Members of the Senate Honourable Audrey Sewell, Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Public Service &…
Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness was sworn in yesterday as Prime Minister of Jamaica for the fourth time. His Excellency Sir Patrick Allen, Governor-General of Jamaica, administered the Oath of Office and the Oath of Allegiance during the ceremony at King’s House. Dr. Holness first became Jamaica’s youngest Prime Minister in 2011 and has…
REMARKS THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL HIS EXCELLENCY THE MOST HON. SIR PATRICK ALLEN ON, GCMG, CD, KSt.J SWEARING-IN OF THE PRIME MINISTER DESIGNATE TUESDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER 2025 SALUTATIONS: Dr the Most Honourable Andrew Holness, Prime Minister Designate and The Most Honourable Mrs Holness Mr Mark Golding, the Leader of the Opposition Mr Bruce Golding, Former Prime…
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Today, His Excellency Sir Patrick Allen appointed ten (10) members of the Judiciary during the Swearing-in Ceremony held at King’s House. Of these, five received substantive appointments, while others will serve in an acting capacity. In his remarks, Sir Patrick noted that their appointments reflect not only legal intellect but also the nation’s trust in…
The Governor-General (G-G) plays a key role in the democratic process when an election is called, ensuring a smooth transition of executive power and maintaining stability. From the dissolution of Parliament and signing of the writs of election to the appointment of a Prime Minister, members of the Cabinet, Senators, and the Leader of the…
