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The Ministry of Justice (MOJ) is a Government of Jamaica ministerial entity, headed by the Minister of Justice. It was formed at the end of October 2001 when it was separated from the then Ministry of National Security and Justice. The Ministry of Justice is the lead administrator of justice in Jamaica and therefore administers legislation, delivers justice services, and provides policy support and analysis on justice issues. It is mandated to: Ensure that Jamaica is a just and law-abiding society with an accessible, efficient, and fair system of justice for all. Promote respect for rights and freedoms, the Rule of Law, and the Constitution. Promote awareness of individual responsibilities and civil obligations. This mandate is to be achieved through: Protecting the constitutional rights of citizens. Maintaining the independence of the judiciary. Reinforcing confidence in legal institutions. Carrying out law reform to effect greater social justice. Providing means of redress when people are abused by organs of the state. Carrying out legal directives ordered by the courts for the protection of society. The articulated priorities of the Ministry of Justice 2012-15 are strengthened public trust and confidence in the justice system improved access to justice strengthened linkages between justice sector institutions establishing a sound court infrastructure and implementing a social component to the delivery of justice. The priority policy of the Ministry of Justice is the comprehensive transformation of the justice system, focusing primarily on the short to medium terms of the following specific policy areas: Justice reform Restorative justice Protecting children, youth, and vulnerable groups.

The Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) was established on 1 June 2007 as an Executive Agency to be a self-financing, performance-based, and service-oriented institution. The Agency evolved from the former Immigration, Citizenship and Passport Services Division of the Ministry of National Security following a modernisation programme which started in 2005. Since then, PICA has been taking steps to transform itself into a world-class organisation. The aim is to provide efficient, quality service to its clients through a well-motivated and knowledgeable staff. PICA's functions are integral to the nation's border security system. The Agency accepts and processes passport applications, manages the island's immigration processes and handles matters related to Jamaican citizenship.

The Office of the Prime Minister, headed by The Most Honourable Andrew Michael Holness, represents the Constituency of West Central St. Andrew. Mr. Holness has focused on various key portfolios areas including social welfare, community development, housing, and education. The office aims to build partnerships with the Private Sector, Civil Society, the Diaspora, the Opposition, and International Partners to achieve shared prosperity for all Jamaicans through inclusive economic growth and meaningful job creation.