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Minister Chang resumes official duties

Toriann Ellis

Toriann Ellis / Our Today

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Deputy Prime Minister and National Security Minister Dr Horace Chang and Prime Minister Andrew Holness are all smiles following his return to office on Monday, February 9, 2026, after a successful medical procedure.

Deputy Prime Minister and National Security Minister Dr Horace Chang returned to office on Monday.

Dr Chang attended Cabinet and also the Ministry of National Security.

“I am officially back in the ministry, but will not be on the road until March. My rehabilitation will be considered complete on February 27, 2026. I will be using the next few weeks to get fully up-to-date on relevant matters,” Chang said.

Minister Chang further commended the security forces for what has been a positive beginning to the new year.

“They returned excellent results last year, and this year is off to a good start. There is much work to be done, but the results are encouraging. No doubt we will continue the work towards making Jamaica a more peaceful and secure society”.

He also expressed his sincere appreciation to colleagues and members of the public who sent kind words and expressed their support following the news of his health challenge.

“It was a rough patch, but my recovery is going well, and I am grateful,” he added.

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