Jamaicans enjoying thisyear's Grand Gala at theNational Stadium on August 6,Independence Day. The JamaicaFestival became so expansivethat it provided something ofinterest for everyone.
July 27, 2023
Independence Day to be observed on Monday, August 7
Members of the public are advised that – in accordance with the provisions of the Holidays (Public General) Act – Independence Day, as a public holiday, will be observed on Monday, August 7, 2023.
In a statement on Thursday, the Ministry of Labour and Social Security advised that The Act stipulates that “the 6th day of August (or in case the 6th of August falls on a Sunday, then the following Monday), shall be known as Independence Day”.