Prime Minister Andrew Holness left the island on Saturday (October 30) for Glasgow, Scotland.

Holness is headed to the European country to participate in the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26). 

Deputy Prime Minister and National Security Minister Dr Horace Chang is in charge of the government until the PM’s return.

According to Jamaica House, in addition to discussion on climate change, the meeting will facilitate bilateral discussions.

Holness is scheduled to return to Jamaica on November 3.