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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Prime_Minister_of_JamaicaPrime Minister of Jamaica - Wikipedia

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   The prime minister of Jamaica (Jamaican Patois: Praim Minista a Jumieka) is Jamaica's head of government, currently Andrew Holness. Holness, as leader of the governing Jamaica Labour Party (JLP), was sworn in as prime minister on 7 September 2020, having been re-elected as a result of the JLP's landslide victory in the 2020 Jamaican general ...

2. www.jamaicaobserver.com › 2017/08/05 › jamaicasJamaica's political journey to Independence - Jamaica Observer

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   Aug 5, 2017 · SINCE attaining nationhood in 1962, Jamaica's modern political system has been greatly enhanced by the success and proficiency of her electoral process.

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3. www.jamaicaobserver.com › 2017/04/09 › the-milestoneThe milestone that charted Jamaica’s nationalism 55 years ...

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   Apr 9, 2017 · On September 18, 1962, Jamaica became the 103rd member of the United Nations as a result of her new status, and their membership now stands at 193.

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5. nlj.gov.jm › jamaicaindependence1962Jamaica Independence, 1962 | The National Library of Jamaica

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   The road to independence was long and hard but with prominent and instrumental figures such as Sir Alexander Bustamante and Norman Manley, Jamaica gained its freedom for self-governance. Becoming independent, Jamaica’s locally drafted Constitution came into effect on August 6, 1962.

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6. www.jamaicaobserver.com › 2020/06/06 › the-politicsThe politics of Bustamante and Manley - Jamaica Observer

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   Jun 6, 2020 · Arising from the political cauldron of 1938, Bustamante emerged as Jamaica’s leading trade unionist and a populist leader of the first order.

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7. nlj.gov.jm › Ja50 › 1945-1962 Jamaica Struggle for1945-1962 Jamaica Struggle for Independence

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   On September 19, 1961, Jamaica held a referendum to decide whether to remain in the Federation. The majority voted ‘No’ and preparations began for Jamaica’s withdrawal. Now out of federation, Norman Manley announced that his government would proceed with preparations for independence.

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   How did Jamaica gain independence?

   • The road to independence was long and hard but with prominent and instrumental figures such as Sir Alexander Bustamante and Norman Manley, Jamaica gained its freedom for self-governance. Becoming independent, Jamaica’s locally drafted Constitution came into effect on August 6, 1962.

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   Who was the first Prime Minister of Jamaica?

   • Alexander Bustamante was elected in April and became the first Prime Minister of Jamaica. On August 6, 1962, Jamaica became an Independent Nation and a member of the British Commonwealth. Jamaica becoming an Independent Nation meant that Britain, no longer controlled the affairs of the country.

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   Does Jamaica have a political system?

   • SINCE attaining nationhood in 1962, Jamaica’s modern political system has been greatly enhanced by the success and proficiency of her electoral process.

   Jamaica’s political journey to Independence

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   How did Jamaica get a new constitution?

   • In 1884, on request, Jamaica was accorded a new Constitution, which included a partially elected legislature with very few powers and an extremely limited franchise. The real power in the island was the governor and the heads of all government departments who were all appointed by the British Colonial Office.

   Jamaica’s political journey to Independence

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   How did Jamaica become a member of the Legislative Council?

   • Qualification for election to the Legislative Council meant a candidate had to be a British subject (as were all Jamaicans before Independence), a voter who paid £300 in annual taxes, and had an income of £150 from lands, or £300 from other sources, which naturally limited members to being men of affluence.

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   Why is Jamaica an independent country?

   • As an Independent Nation, Jamaica assigns Ambassadors overseas who represent the country. They sign treaties on behalf of Jamaica and become members of various international organisations. This is important, as it gives Jamaica equal rights on various issues relating to international trade, policies and treaties.

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9. jis.gov.jm › information › independenceIndependence - Jamaica Information Service

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   Jamaica becoming an Independent Nation meant that Britain, no longer controlled the affairs of the country. It was now the responsibility of the newly elected Prime Minister and the locally elected Cabinet.