The Government plans to undertake strategies designed to facilitate the holistic development of children up to age three. These engagements, inclusive of an early stimulation programme, aim to provide interventions, where needed, to adequately prepare infants for learning, beginning at early childhood institutions.

Eighteen wards of the State had an unforgettable experience today (May 20) when they met with Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness.

The youngsters are from eight facilities in Kingston, St. Andrew and St. Catherine, as well as foster care and family reintegration homes.

The Jamaica Library Service (JLS) has established several advocacy committees across the island aimed at creating greater awareness of the value of public libraries. The committees are comprised of key stakeholders in both private and public sector entities, who will serve as advocates for the libraries.