The historic Water Square in Falmouth provided a fitting backdrop on Thursday as the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC), in partnership with the Trelawny Municipal Corporation, hosted the parish’s Independence Civic Ceremony.

The ceremony, commemorating Jamaica’s 64th Anniversary of Independence under the theme ‘United in Celebrating Resilience’. brought together government officials, civic leaders, members of the uniformed services, students, and residents in a patriotic observance celebrating Jamaica’s achievements.

Custos Hugh Gentles, accompanied by Mayor Collen Gager, inspected the Guard of Honour mounted by members of the Trelawny Division of the Jamaica Constabulary Force, the Jamaica Fire Brigade, and the Jamaica Defence Force. The custos also took the general salute before the commencement of the civic ceremony.