Nationwide News understands Lorris Jarrett has been appointed Financial Secretary, succeeding Darlene Morrison.

Jarrett, who was the Deputy Financial Secretary, will assume her new role on Monday, November 2, 2026.

It’s understood the ministry made the disclosure in a staff circular.

Nationwide sources say a high level meeting was also held at the Ministry of Finance some time after 4 Saturday afternoon where portfolio minister, Fayval Williams, made the announcement to divisional heads.

The financial secretary is the permanent secretary of the finance ministry, responsible for overseeing the country’s budget and fiscal policy.

Jarrett was previously in charge of the Public Expenditure Division at the ministry.

Nationwide understands the ministry, in its circular, extended profound gratitude and appreciation to Morrison for years of dedicated service, leadership, and invaluable contribution to the management of the nation’s public finances and economic development.

The ministry also warmly welcomed Jarrett to the new role, noting that she brings a wealth of expertise and experience in public financial management, policy implementation, and fiscal governance.

It says her leadership will continue to drive fiscal responsibility, policy innovation, and economic stability for Jamaica.

Meanwhile, it’s understood Morrison is set to be reassigned to the newly formed Ministry of Mining and Geology.