Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen looks on as Commissioner of the Independent Commission of Investigations Mr. Terrence Williams subscribes the Oath of Office. He has been reappointed to a second five year term as Commissioner. The Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen has reappointed Mr. Terrence Williams to another five year term as…
Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen received on a Courtesy Call by participants in the GraceKennedy Jamaican Birthright Programme and executives of GK Foundation at King’s House on Friday, July 10. The internship programme is aimed at reawakening second and third generation Jamaicans residing abroad to the fact that their Jamaican heritage is indeed their birthright. The…
The floral tribute in commemoration of the 122nd birth anniversary of national hero, The Right Excellent Norman Washington Manley held Saturday July 4 at the National Heroes Park was attended by Their Excellencies, The Most Honourable Sir Patrick Allen and Lady Allen. His Excellency, The Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen receives the wreath before the…
Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen has applauded the proprietors of National Baking Company for their involvement in the Jamaican economy and believes that the company should be a model for the manufacturing industry. He was speaking to company CEO Gary “Butch” Hendrickson and staff following a tour of the factory located on Half-Way Tree Road. The…
Governor-General The Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen has expressed regret at the passing of the Honourable Jeffrey McKitty, Custos Rotulorum for the parish of St. Mary. Custos McKitty died this morning after a period of illness. Sir Patrick Allen described Custos McKitty as a true Jamaican patriot and commended him for his exemplary commitment…
Governor-General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen has appointed Reverend Jeffery McKenzie, Pastor of the Phillippo Baptist Church in Spanish Town, as Custos Rotulorum for the parish of St. Catherine. He was sworn in this morning at King’s House and his appointment takes effect on April 1. Reverend McKenzie replaces Reverend the Hon.…
The Governor-General’s Programme for Excellence (GGPE) is pleased to announce the ‘I Believe’ Initiative’s educational partnership with Monroe College (New York) and Scotia Foundation for the second Bachelor in Information Technology Scholarship. The Scholarship covers full tuition for the duration of 4 years beginning August 2015 and is tenable at the New Rochelle Campus of…
Governor General Sir Patrick Allen has commended Food for the Poor Jamaica for the impact that it has made on the country and for its role in helping the people of Jamaica especially during natural disasters. He was speaking to the organization’s executives during a recent visit to their corporate headquarters in Spanish Town on…
Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen visited the National Gallery of Jamaica where he viewed the Jamaica Biennial 2014 Exhibition on Wednesday March 11. He was met on arrival by Dr. Veerle Poupeye, Executive Director of the Gallery and O’Neil Lawrence, Senior Curator who provided a guided tour. The exhibition features the work of ninety-nine artists from…
Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen received on a Courtesy Call, former Governor of the State of New York, David Paterson, on Wednesday, March 11 at King’s House. Governor Paterson was accompanied by a delegation which included founding partners of the Commonwealth Partners Inc. Mr Rohan Barnett Executive Chairman/ Managing Partner, Mr. Paul Simpson Managing Partner, Mr.…
On Monday March 9, His Excellency the Most Hon Sir Patrick Allen, delivered Her Majesty The Queen’s message at King’s House in celebration of Commonwealth Day. It reads thus: “One simple lesson from history is that when people come together to talk, to exchange ideas and to develop common goals, wonderful things can happen. So…
Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen said that he would like to stand by persons who are prepared to fight corruption in Jamaica when he addressed the Anti-corruption Conference organised by the Office of the Contractor General, Tuesday, March 9. “I would like to stand by the person or persons who are prepared to be bloody and…
