Press Releases
CARICOM COMPETITION COMMISSION VACANCIES
RECRUITMENT FOR THE POST OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified nationals of Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Member States and Associate Members of the Caribbean Community to fill the position of Executive Director at the CARICOM Competition Commission, headquartered in Paramaribo, Suriname. Applications should be addressed to: Chair Human Resource Committee CARICOM […]
Read MoreFTCNewsLine – July 2025
FTCNewsLine is an online quarterly newsletter of the Fair Trading Commission. In this Issue, we feature matters arising during the period April 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025. Click here to access the newsline 2025.07 FTCNewsline April – June 2025
Read MoreFTC Participates in Regional IP and Competition Law Workshop in Trinidad
The Fair Trading Commission, represented by a Competition Analyst and a Legal Officer, participated in a regional workshop on the Intersection between Intellectual Property Rights and Competition Law, held from June 30 to July 2, 2025, in Trinidad and Tobago. The workshop was organized by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), in collaboration with the Intellectual Property […]
Read MoreThe Fair Trading Commission is officially registered as a Data Controller
Click the link below to review the privacy policy https://jftc.gov.jm/privacy-policy/
Read MoreThe FTC Completes its study into the Credit Reporting Industry
The Fair Trading Commission (FTC) presents a comprehensive study of Jamaica’s credit reporting industry, evaluating its structure, performance, and regulatory framework. The findings reveal limited competition, consumer protection gaps, and significant financial exclusion due to barriers in data access and accuracy. The FTC recommends five key policy imperatives—including universal data exchange, improved dispute resolution, standardised […]
Read MoreThe Westmoreland Leg of the MIIC MSME Roadshow was a Success!
On June 18, 2025, the Fair Trading Commission (FTC) participated in the MSME Business Roadshow held at Manning’s School in Savanna‑la‑Mar, Westmoreland. The event brought together business owners, consumers, government agencies, and other key stakeholders in a dynamic forum for engagement and collaboration. FTC representatives provided valuable insights into the Commission’s role in promoting fair […]
Read MoreThe MSME Business Roadshow is coming to Westmoreland, and you’re all invited!
The MSME Business Roadshow is coming to Westmoreland, and you’re all invited! The Ministry of Industry, Investment & Commerce, Jamaica’s Business Ministry, is calling on bold entrepreneurs to step forward and pitch their innovative ideas at the Micro Business Pitch Competition on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at Manning’s School. What’s at stake? A chance to […]
Read MoreFTCNewsLine – May 2025
FTCNewsLine is an online quarterly newsletter of the Fair Trading Commission. In this Issue, we feature matters arising during the period January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025. Click to access 2025-04-29-Issue-02-25-Newsline-Final.pdf
Read MoreWestmoreland! The MSME Business Roadshow is heading your way!
Westmoreland! The MSME Business Roadshow is heading your way! The Fair Trading Commission invites YOU to take centre stage in the Small Business Pitch Competition during the MSME Business Roadshow on Thursday, June 18 at the Manning’s School. This is your chance to showcase your business, gain exposure, and compete for a J$400,000 cash grant! […]
Read MoreFTC Participates in the 7th Meeting of the Reconvened Task Force on the Implementation of Chapter 8 of the Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas
Mr. David Miller, Executive Director, participated in the 7th Meeting of the Reconvened Task Force on the Implementation of Chapter 8 of the Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas, held in Bridgetown, Barbados, from May 15 to 16, 2025. Among the topics discussed were Modalities and Legal Arrangements for Advancing Cooperation between Member States and the CARICOM […]
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