His Excellency Sir Patrick Allen has appointed The Hon. Brian Wynter, OJ, CD, and The Hon. Mrs. Justice (Ret’d) Carol Lawrence-Beswick, CD, as members of the Integrity Commission at King’s House today. Mr. Wynter, former Governor of the Bank of Jamaica, is renowned for his efforts in strengthening monetary policy. Mrs. Justice Lawrence-Beswick, a former…
His Excellency Sir Patrick Allen welcomed Mr Lee Kan Yong, Kiwanis International President, Mrs Pamela Rodney-White, Kiwanis Eastern Canada and the Caribbean District Governor, and other representatives for a courtesy call on Monday, February 24 at King’s House. The discussion highlighted Kiwanis International’s longstanding commitment to service, goodwill, and community development in Jamaica and beyond.…
Mr. Andrew Parsons, President of the International Paralympic Committee, and his associates met with The Hon. Steadman Fuller, Deputy Governor-General, to discuss the future of Paralympic sports in Jamaica. The meeting focused on strengthening opportunities for athletes with disabilities through initiatives like the Grassroots Project, a program to enhance sports development, accessibility, and inclusion in…
His Eminence Cardinal Gualtiero Bassetti, Emeritus Archbishop of Perugia, along with His Grace, the Most Rev. Archbishop Kenneth Richards, Archbishop of Kingston, and other members of the clergy, met with The Hon. Steadman Fuller, Deputy Governor-General on Monday, February 3. Their discussions centered on strengthening faith-based initiatives, the role of the Church in social development,…
The Deputy Governor-General, The Honourable Steadman Fuller, received a Letter of Credence from Mr. Jose Fernández López de Turiso, Ambassador-designate, of the Kingdom of Spain. Jamaica reaffirmed its solidarity with Spain following the floods in Valencia and pledged to strengthen ties in climate action and disaster resilience. As we approach 60 years of diplomatic relations,…
The Honourable Steadman Fuller, Deputy Governor-General, invested Professor Kwame Dawes, CD, as Jamaica’s Poet Laureate for 2025-2028. Born in Ghana and raised in Jamaica, Professor Dawes has authored over 30 works exploring identity, history, and culture across the Caribbean, Africa, and North America. The Poet Laureate is a prestigious role celebrating Jamaica’s finest poets and…
The Honourable Steadman Fuller, Deputy Governor-General, stood alongside ministers at the National Leadership Prayer Breakfast, where they lifted up the nation’s leaders before the Lord. Under the inspiring theme “Righteousness Exalts a Nation,” we were reminded of the foundation of true greatness—integrity, service, and unwavering faith.
The Honourable Steadman Fuller, Deputy Governor-General, joined ministers and clergymen from various denominations at the National Arena for a day of prayer. Across the island, churches lifted their voices in unity, seeking God’s healing for families and the nation. Together, they prayed for peace, restoration, and love to flow through every home and community. Strengthened…
The Honourable Steadman Fuller, CD, JP, Deputy Governor-General, appointed five (5) judges for the Hillary Term at King’s House. These judges will serve in the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. The judges sworn-in were: •Judge of Appeal:The Honourable Mr. Justice Kissock Laing •Acting Judge of Appeal:The Honourable Mrs. Justice Georgiana Fraser •Acting Puisne…
King’s House, Jamaica—The Office of the Governor-General advises that on Monday, December 16, 2024, His Excellency the Most Honourable Sir Patrick Allen will undergo an elective spinal surgery to alleviate the debilitating and painful effect of his condition. During His Excellency’s recovery, the Honourable Steadman Fuller, Custos Rotulorum for Kingston, will deputise to ensure the…
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 29, 2024 GOVERNOR-GENERAL SWEARING IN OF CARIBBEAN COURT OF JUSTICE JUDGE King’s House, Jamaica– His Excellency Sir Patrick Allen, yesterday swore in The Honourable Madame Justice Chantal Ononaiwu as judge of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ). The ceremony occurred on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, in the Ballroom at…
