Edmund Bartlett

Edmund Bartlett

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Edmund Bartlett is the Jamaican Minister of Tourism, known for his efforts in enhancing Jamaica's tourism sector, which is vital to the country's economy. He has a long history of public service and advocacy for tourism development.

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Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett discussed the recovery of Jamaica's tourism sector following Hurricane Melissa.

80,000 tourism workers back on the job after Melissa - Bartlett | News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-06-24
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Andrea Purkiss
Andrea Purkiss

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett is suggesting that the Jamaican diaspora establish a ‘Diaspora Climate Corps’ consisting of a network of professionals, academics, business leaders and experts living abroad.

Bartlett: Diaspora should establish climate corps | News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-06-22
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Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett announced that 13 public beaches across seven parishes were to benefit from major improvements.

Contractors sought for modernisation drive for Fantasy, Pagee and Success beaches | Business
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-05-31
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Edmund Bartlett is the Minister of Tourism whom the Opposition is urging to take action regarding contract employment in the tourism sector.

Amid fallout from Melissa, gov’t must address contract employment in tourism to protect workers — Opposition | News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-02-20
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Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett said the island was set to reap major benefits from the CPL’s return.

Grange happy with timing of CPL return | Sports
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-02-15
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Olivia Grange
Olivia Grange

Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett said the Government is delighted to welcome back the CPL in 2026 as the country celebrates an exciting fusion of cricket, culture, and community.

CPL to return to Jamaica this summer - Grange | Sports
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-02-14
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Olivia Grange
Olivia Grange

Edmund Bartlett is the Tourism Minister who welcomed the investment and emphasized the government's efforts in tourism recovery.

Over J$5 billion being pumped into Excellence expansion | Lead Stories
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-02-10
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Antonio De Montaner
Antonio De Montaner

Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Tourism, described the development as a powerful demonstration of tourism’s ability to rebound even after extreme disruption.

Princess Resorts reopens in Hanover, bringing 1,000 tourism workers back to work | News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-02-02
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Enrico Pezzoli
Enrico Pezzoli

Edmund Bartlett, minister of tourism, made the claim in a statement following the arrival of 125 travel advisers.

Tourism sector expects strong end to winter season, following Melissa | Lead Stories
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-02-02
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Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett has initiated high-level discussions with TUI Group to expand Jamaica's tourism market.

Bartlett, TUI Group hold discussion on expanding Latin America and Eastern Europe markets for Jamaica | News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-01-23
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Donovan White
Donovan White

Edmund Bartlett is Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism who is hosting the meeting of Caribbean tourism ministers.

Caribbean tourism ministers to meet in Montego Bay | News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-01-23
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Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett has already begun leading a high-level international marketing blitz.

2025 promised much for tourism and tested everything | News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-01-19
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Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett made the disclosure during a media luncheon at the Kimberly Hotel in Manhattan last Thursday.

Destination Assurance white paper to be tabled in Parliament shortly | News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-01-19
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Purkiss wants to have a conversation with the Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett regarding the treatment of local employees in the hospitality industry.

Purkiss unhappy with the treatment of tourism workers post Hurricane Melissa | Lead Stories
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-01-17
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Andrea Purkiss
Andrea Purkiss

Edmund Bartlett is the Tourism Minister involved in the review of the Jamaica Tourist Board's overseas travel expenditures.

No extravagance in $155m overseas trips involving Bartlett, JTB officials - Auditor General | News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-01-15
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Donovan White
Donovan White

Edmund Bartlett is Jamaica’s minister of tourism, emphasizing the resilience of the tourism sector post-Hurricane Melissa.

Why I’m heading back to Montego Bay after Hurricane Melissa
The Globe and Mail·CanadaCanada· 2026-01-13
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Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett underscored the importance of visits to the island during a media brunch.

Hoteliers rallying around communities affected by Melissa | Lead Stories
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-12-26
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Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett hailed the achievement as 'outstanding'.

JTB Canada’s ‘Harmonies of Hope’ concert raises CDN$3m for Melissa relief | Lead Stories
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-12-22
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Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett received letters from JUTA regarding recovery funding for drivers affected by Hurricane Melissa.

JUTA appeals for Hurricane Melissa recovery support for drivers | News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-12-21
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Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett, is praising the Canadian diaspora for their extraordinary leadership and generosity in raising funds for hurricane relief.

Over J$340 million raised in Canada for hurricane relief | News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-12-16
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Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett emphasized the importance of events like Gran’ Market for sustainable cultural tourism.

Grammy-nominated Mortimer headlines Artwalk Festival | Entertainment
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-12-15
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Mortimer
Mortimer

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett says Copa Airlines will increase its service into Montego Bay.

Copa to expand Montego Bay service to 10 weekly flights | Lead Stories
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-12-15
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Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett made the announcement during a tourism stakeholders’ meeting at Iberostar on Saturday.

Build-back booster | Lead Stories
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-12-15
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Edmund Bartlett is the Tourism Minister of Jamaica who is optimistic about the travel market's rebound after Hurricane Melissa.

Bartlett says no evidence of systemic rebookings away from Jamaica
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-12-10
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Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett expressed confidence in the mid-December relaunch of the destination.

MoBay air travel traffic plummets by three-quarters in November
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-12-10
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Shane Munroe
Shane Munroe

Edmund Bartlett is the Tourism Minister aiming to restore tourism operations by December 15.

CHARGES LOOM | Lead Stories
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-12-03
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Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett led a comprehensive readiness tour of Montego Bay’s resort corridor to ensure that the city is fully ready for the winter season.

MoBay gears up for winter season’s start in days | News
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-12-01
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Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett described Jimmy Cliff as a global marketing campaign for Jamaica.

Overleden reggaelegende Jimmy Cliff krijgt staatsbegrafenis op Jamaica – de Ware Tijd
De Ware Tijd·SurinameSuriname· 2025-12-01
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Edmund Bartlett is the Tourism Minister of Jamaica.

Dom Rep positions for tourists rerouted from Jamaica by Hurricane Melissa | Business
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-11-30
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Calls to Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett for comment were unanswered.

Air travel plunged in October as Melissa disrupted flights | Business
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-11-28
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Melissa
Melissa