Prime Minister Andrew Holness has urged Jamaicans to see Independence not simply as a yearly commemoration, however as a mission that every era should actively renew.
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Talking at a reception hosted by Governor-Basic His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen at King’s Home on Thursday (July 24), marking Jamaica’s 63rd Independence Anniversary, Dr. Holness highlighted that independence goes past self-rule. It contains the nation’s obligation to offer security, safety, justice, and alternative for all residents.
“[Also] the capability…to uphold legislation and order… and guarantee justice and stability. It means constructing a Jamaica that isn’t solely free, however a Jamaica that’s honest,” the Prime Minister said.
He emphasised that the resilience of Jamaica’s independence should face up to world uncertainties. “However the Authorities can not do it alone. Independence is just not a spectator sport. Every era should earn it anew; not solely by politics, however by efficiency…in our faculties, in our companies, in our households, in our communities.
Describing the pursuit of excellence because the “subsequent frontier of nation constructing,” Dr. Holness urged residents to make use of sovereignty correctly, making certain dignity and entry to alternatives reminiscent of land possession, wealth creation, training, well being, and security.
On behalf of Opposition Chief Mark Golding, Member of Parliament for St Andrew South Western, Dr. Angela Brown Burke mirrored on the sacrifices of those that fought for Jamaica’s freedom. She known as on Jamaicans to honor that legacy by unity, justice, and equality.
“Allow us to reaffirm the values that bind us as a individuals and let’s decide to constructing a Jamaica that honours our previous, rises to fulfill the current and boldly claims our future,” Dr. Brown Burke mentioned.
Jamaica will have fun its 63rd Independence Day on August 6, underneath the theme: ‘Be Proud, Be Daring in Black, Inexperienced, and Gold.’
