Black Friday 2025
Ministry of Labour refutes ‘false information’ regarding ROOFS on social media
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Pearnel Charles Jnr
Latest News, News
November 6, 2026

Ministry of Labour refutes ‘false information’ regarding ROOFS on social media

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MLSS) is advising the public that information currently circulating on social media, purporting to represent beneficiary records under the ministry’s ROOFS assistance programme, is false and misleading.

“The ministry wishes to clarify that the table being shared does not reflect accurate or official beneficiary records and should not be regarded as authentic information from the ministry,” the ministry said in a statement Friday, adding that “The MLSS has taken steps to address the matter, including requesting the removal or correction of the misleading information to prevent its further circulation.”

The ministry is also reminding members of the public of the importance of respecting data protection and privacy, particularly when sharing information that purports to contain individuals’ personal details.

“The circulation of inaccurate information can create unnecessary confusion and undermine public confidence in the delivery of assistance to affected households,” the MLSS said. “The ministry remains committed to transparency, accountability and the protection of beneficiaries’ information and encourages the public to verify all information relating to the ROOFS programme through its official communication channels.”

{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
0 Comments · Make a comment

HOUSE RULES

  1. We welcome reader comments on the top stories of the day. Some comments may be republished on the website or in the newspaper; email addresses will not be published.
  2. Please understand that comments are moderated and it is not always possible to publish all that have been submitted. We will, however, try to publish comments that are representative of all received.
  3. We ask that comments are civil and free of libellous or hateful material. Also please stick to the topic under discussion.
  4. Please do not write in block capitals since this makes your comment hard to read.
  5. Please don't use the comments to advertise. However, our advertising department can be more than accommodating if emailed: advertising@jamaicaobserver.com.
  6. If readers wish to report offensive comments, suggest a correction or share a story then please email: community@jamaicaobserver.com.
  7. Lastly, read our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy
ALSO ON JAMAICA OBSERVER
Jamaicans encouraged to get Flu vaccine
Latest News, News
Jamaicans encouraged to get Flu vaccine
November 6, 2026
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — The Westmoreland Public Health Department is encouraging Jamaicans to get the influenza (flu) vaccine, which is currently avai...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Gov’t, Opposition agree to meet Monday after Parliament ruckus
Latest News, News
Gov’t, Opposition agree to meet Monday after Parliament ruckus
November 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Opposition Leader of Government Business Phillip Paulwell has agreed to meet with Government representatives on Monday, following ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Chizz Chizem confronts absent fathers with ‘Donor’
Entertainment, Latest News
Chizz Chizem confronts absent fathers with ‘Donor’
November 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaican recording artiste Chizz Chizem is drawing on painful childhood memories and her personal experiences as a single mother t...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Market Bag: Bad Sekki takes on $1,500 ‘Run a Boat’ challenge
Latest News, News, Videos
Market Bag: Bad Sekki takes on $1,500 ‘Run a Boat’ challenge
November 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Market prices held mostly steady this week at the Coronation Market with some produce recording slight increases despite the recen...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Pipeline works commence in Negril
Latest News, News
Pipeline works commence in Negril
November 6, 2026
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — Pipeline installation works have commenced in Negril, Westmoreland, under the Western Water Resilience Improvement Project as ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Forex: $159.28 to one US dollar
Latest News, News
Forex: $159.28 to one US dollar
November 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Friday, November 6, ended trading at $159.28, down from $159.52, according to the Bank of Jamaica...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Vybz Kartel earns first certification in Canada with ‘Fever’ hitting double platinum
Entertainment, Latest News
Vybz Kartel earns first certification in Canada with ‘Fever’ hitting double platinum
BY KEVIN JACKSON Observer Writer 
November 6, 2026
Dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel earned his very first certification in Canada, thanks to his 2016 hit single Fever . Fever was certified double platinum...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Bustamante Hospital for Children celebrates 63 years of service
Latest News, News
Bustamante Hospital for Children celebrates 63 years of service
November 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Bustamante Hospital for Children (BHC), Jamaica’s specialist paediatric hospital, celebrated 63 years of service on Friday, paying...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
❮ ❯
Scroll
Polls
Jamaicans encouraged to get Flu vaccine
Latest News, ...
Jamaicans encouraged to get Flu vaccine
November 6, 2026
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — The Westmoreland Public Health Department is encouraging Jamaicans to get the influenza (flu) vaccine, which is currently avai...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Gov’t, Opposition agree to meet Monday after Parliament ruckus
Latest News, ...
Gov’t, Opposition agree to meet Monday after Parliament ruckus
November 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Opposition Leader of Government Business Phillip Paulwell has agreed to meet with Government representatives on Monday, following ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Chizz Chizem confronts absent fathers with ‘Donor’
Entertainment, ...
Chizz Chizem confronts absent fathers with ‘Donor’
November 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaican recording artiste Chizz Chizem is drawing on painful childhood memories and her personal experiences as a single mother t...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Market Bag: Bad Sekki takes on $1,500 ‘Run a Boat’ challenge
Latest News, ...
Market Bag: Bad Sekki takes on $1,500 ‘Run a Boat’ challenge
November 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Market prices held mostly steady this week at the Coronation Market with some produce recording slight increases despite the recen...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Pipeline works commence in Negril
Latest News, ...
Pipeline works commence in Negril
November 6, 2026
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — Pipeline installation works have commenced in Negril, Westmoreland, under the Western Water Resilience Improvement Project as ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Archives
Polls
Recent Posts
Jamaicans encouraged to get Flu vaccine
Latest News, ...
Jamaicans encouraged to get Flu vaccine
November 6, 2026
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — The Westmoreland Public Health Department is encouraging Jamaicans to get the influenza (flu) vaccine, which is currently avai...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Gov’t, Opposition agree to meet Monday after Parliament ruckus
Latest News, ...
Gov’t, Opposition agree to meet Monday after Parliament ruckus
November 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Opposition Leader of Government Business Phillip Paulwell has agreed to meet with Government representatives on Monday, following ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Chizz Chizem confronts absent fathers with ‘Donor’
Entertainment, ...
Chizz Chizem confronts absent fathers with ‘Donor’
November 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaican recording artiste Chizz Chizem is drawing on painful childhood memories and her personal experiences as a single mother t...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Market Bag: Bad Sekki takes on $1,500 ‘Run a Boat’ challenge
Latest News, ...
Market Bag: Bad Sekki takes on $1,500 ‘Run a Boat’ challenge
November 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Market prices held mostly steady this week at the Coronation Market with some produce recording slight increases despite the recen...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Pipeline works commence in Negril
Latest News, ...
Pipeline works commence in Negril
November 6, 2026
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — Pipeline installation works have commenced in Negril, Westmoreland, under the Western Water Resilience Improvement Project as ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Archives

Jamaica Observer

Copyright © Jamaica Observer.
All Rights Reserved.