Commitment Scorecard
Commitment Listing
There are a total of 354 Commitments currently in the database. We are displaying up to 15 at a time.
Further the advancement of the Energy from Waste Policy
In this financial year, the Ministry will aggressively pursue:
Policy, Legislative and Regulatory Framework
• further the advancement of the Energy from Waste Policy;
• update the National Energy Policy;
Actions Taken
Finalizing Policy for submission to the Cabinet.
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Table The Electricity (Wheeling) Regulations.
Madam Speaker, you would recall that in February of this year updates were provided on the following Bills and Regulations: …
• The Electricity (Wheeling) Regulations.
Actions Taken
Not tabled; Draft ongoing.
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Table The Electricity (Net Billing) Regulations
Madam Speaker, you would recall that in February of this year updates were provided on the following Bills and Regulations: …
• The Electricity (Net Billing) Regulations; and
Actions Taken
Tabled and gazetted in 2022.
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Table The Electricity (Amendment) Bill;
Madam Speaker, you would recall that in February of this year updates were provided on the following Bills and Regulations: …
Electricity (Amendment, Indemnification and Validation) Bill;
Actions Taken
Not tabled; On hold to faciliatate review of the Electricity Act.
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Table Electricity (Amendment, Indemnification and Validation) Bill;
Madam Speaker, you would recall that in February of this year updates were provided on the following Bills and Regulations: …
• Electricity (Amendment, Indemnification and Validation) Bill
Actions Taken
Not tabled; On hold to faciliatate review of the Electricity Act.
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Table Petroleum (Amendment) Bill;
Madam Speaker, you would recall that in February of this year updates were provided on the following Bills and Regulations: …
• Petroleum (Amendment) Bill;
Actions Taken
Not tabled; Curently being drafted.
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Table Petroleum (Downstream Activities) Bill;
Madam Speaker, you would recall that in February of this year updates were provided on the following Bills and Regulations:
• Petroleum (Downstream Activities) Bill;
Actions Taken
Not tabled; Curently being drafted.
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Implement the Urban Traffic Management System in the Kingston Metropolitan Area
A contract was awarded for the implementation of the Urban Traffic Management System (UTMS) in March 2021 and the project is now eighty-six percent (86%) complete. Full completion is expected for May 27, 2022.
Actions Taken
Implementation completed.
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https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2023/09/22/new-kingstons-smart-city-transformation/

Integrate Vector management approach to curtail the aedes aegypti mosquito population
The second project will be the Integrated Vector Management Approach, which will aid in controlling Aedes Aegypti mosquitoes which are vectors of human pathogens such as the Zika Virus.
Actions Taken
Integrate one component; Full integration set for October 2023.
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Complete a multipurpose gamma irradiation facility
On the agenda for the new fiscal year, is harnessing the power of nuclear technology through the completion of a multipurpose gamma irradiation facility.
Actions Taken
Storage Facility modified; delivery of Gamma Irradiator in progress.
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Revive the National Medal and Innovation Awards Ceremony
The NCST, will also see to the revival of the National Medal and Innovation Awards Ceremony, to acknowledge scientific achievements and encourage creativity and innovation.
Actions Taken
Held award ceremony in 2023. Awarded 8 recipients
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Host the Biennial Science and Technology Conference
Specifically, the Biennial Science and Technology Conference and the National Innovation Awards, will be hosted by the Ministry, SRC and NCST in November.
Actions Taken
Conference held in 2023.
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Develop a National Intelligence and Security Bill
For FY2022/23, the Legislative Agenda includes: i. A comprehensive review of the Corrections Act; ii. Development of a Security Personnel Integrity Bill; iii. Development of a National Intelligence and Security Bill
Actions Taken
Consultation process ongoing.
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Develop a Security Personnel Integrity Bill;
For FY2022/23, the Legislative Agenda includes: i. A comprehensive review of the Corrections Act; ii. Development of a Security Personnel Integrity Bill; iii. Development of a National Intelligence and Security Bill
Actions Taken
Not Completed. Developed proposal but requires further research.
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Undertake a comprehensive review of the Corrections Act
For FY2022/23, the Legislative Agenda includes: i. A comprehensive review of the Corrections Act; ii. Development of a Security Personnel Integrity Bill; iii. Development of a National Intelligence and Security Bill
Actions Taken
Review was completed. Tabling of preliminary amendment drafting instructions ongoing.
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