The national regulator for licensed radio, television and cable services, introduced a primary set of content standard regulation approximately 18 months ago with the introduction of the Children’s Code for Programming. This Code requires licensees to identify problematic material and either schedule or filter its transmission as well as provide viewers and listeners with adequate advisories about problematic content

The media industry in Jamaica needs a modern electronic media regulator to support its development. The dated Broadcasting Act and the need for a complete overhaul of Jamaica's broadcasting and media legislation are crucial for the industry's success. This document recommends multiple policy approaches to align Jamaica's legislation with global best practices and prepare the industry for new technologies.

A report on the Jamaica Electronic Media Regulatory and Policy Framework. The report, submitted to the Minister, was then circulated to stakeholders for further consultations, including public and private sectors, and licensees.

The Broadcasting Commission of Jamaica funded a project to explore the feasibility of Digital Switchover in Jamaica, aiming to upgrade the television market by 2015. The study explored factors influencing consumers' decision to adopt DTV, including the value of digital television (DTV), content and service attraction , equipment complexity , and feasibility.

The Jamaican communications industry is experiencing significant structural changes due to rapid technological developments and innovations in ICTs. This study analyses the continued viability of radio and television broadcasting and subscriber television sectors in Jamaica, focusing on the STV sector.