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BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, May 02, 2024 (SKNIS) – Minister responsible for Agriculture, the Honourable Samal Duggins, led the debates on two key legislations in the National Assembly on Thursday, May 02, 2024, both of which are geared towards protecting animal and plant health in St. Kitts and Nevis, and enhancing agricultural sustainability across the Federation. After meaningful contributions from Members of Parliament on both sides of the aisle, the Animal Health Bill, 2023, and Plant Protection Bill, 2023, were successfully passed into law. The Plant Protection Bill, 2023, seeks to prevent the entry and establishment of, and to control the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, May 02, 2024 (SKNIS): As the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis moves towards its goal of establishing a Sustainable Island State, it is prioritising the protection of Intellectual Property. This focus aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), recognising intellectual property protection as a vital element in achieving these goals. Jihan Williams-Knight, Registrar of the Intellectual Property Office of St. Kitts and Nevis, explained the concept of Intellectual Property during her appearance on ‘InFocus’ on May 01. She described it as the creations of the mind, emphasising that while physical property is easily recognised…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, May 03, 2024 (SKNIS): Notice has been given for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Thursday 09 and Friday 10, May, 2024, at 10 a.m. The Order Paper and other Papers will be issued at a later date. The National Assembly will be broadcast live on ZIZ Radio (96 FM) and participating radio stations. It can also be viewed live on TV Channel 5 in St. Kitts and Channel 98 in Nevis. It will also be streamed live at www.zizonline.com Copies of the Bills will be made available on the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, May 02, 2024 (SKNIS): Creatives in St. Kitts and Nevis are strongly encouraged to position themselves to capitalise on the opportunities being created by the growth of the Orange Economy as an essential pillar in the journey to become a sustainable island state. Jihan Williams-Knight, Registrar of the Intellectual Property Office of St. Kitts and Nevis (IPOSKN), noted that success will only be achieved if persons recognise that the talent, creativity and innovation within creatives are used as building blocks to create foundations for the future. “It’s important for us then to pay attention to how you can…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, May 02, 2024 (SKNIS): Minister of State responsible for Social Development, the Honourable Isalean Phillip, raised the nation’s attention to the importance of maintaining good mental health in keeping with Mental Health Awareness observances in countries around the world during the month of May. Minister of State Phillip highlighted the issue on Thursday (May 02, 2024), during a Sitting of the National Assembly of St. Kitts and Nevis. She noted that much like physical health, everyone has mental health as it covers how people feel, think and act. “It is very important because it does impact how we…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, May 02, 2024 (SKNIS) – Come July 2024, Government Auxiliary Employees (GAEs) in St. Kitts and Nevis will begin to receive their earned pension payments, as the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, under the leadership of Prime Minister Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, fulfils yet another pledge made to the people. The honourable prime minister made the announcement during the May 02, 2024, Sitting of the National Assembly. Prime Minister Dr. Drew stated that the Pension Reform Task Force continues to perform its duties to ensure a pension is paid to all GAE’s. The committee prioritised the…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, May 02, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has formally entered into an agreement with the Overseas Engineering and Construction Company (OECC), a leading construction company based in the Republic of China (Taiwan), towards the construction of the new climate-smart hospital in the Federation. An Offer and Acceptance Document was signed on Tuesday, May 02, 2024, between Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew and the President of the Overseas Engineering and Construction Company (OECC), Mr. Hsiao Yun Yeh (James) The signing was held at the Prime Minister’s Office and signals the commencement…

Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of Saint Kitts andNevis, Chair of CARICOM Council on National Security and Law Enforcement (CONSLE) “Addressing Gang Violence and Illicit Firearms Access in the Small Island and Low-Lying Coastal Developing States of the Caribbean.”Meeting To Discuss the Special Security Concerns Of The Small Island And Low-Lying Coastal Developing States Of The Caribbean Excellencies, Permanent Representatives of Member StatesDistinguished Permanent ObserversChair and Vice Chairs of the Committee on Hemispheric Security with particular mention of Colonel Julius Skeete of the Cooperative Republic of GuyanaDistinguished OAS Secretary General Luis Almagro and Assistant Secretary General Nestor MendezEsteemed experts of…

Basseterre, April 30, 2024 – The Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, Foreign Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, welcomed Her Excellency Sonya Koppe, the newly appointed High Commissioner of Australia to Saint Kitts and Nevis, for a courtesy call at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The meeting underscored the longstanding friendship and collaborative ties between the two nations. During the courtesy visit, Minister Douglas expressed gratitude for Australia’s unwavering support and its commitment to addressing the unique challenges faced by SIDS, particularly in the areas of climate change adaptation and sustainable development. Foreign Minister Douglas also took the opportunity to highlight…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Social Development and Gender Affairs wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Probation/Child Justice Officer II. The Probation/Child Justice Officer II will assess, and case manage all reports/referrals of children in conflict with the law. He or she will also assist with the development of new programs and activities based on the trends and patterns of the data collected on this population and their realities. Duties and Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications and Experience: SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES/SKILLS: WORKING HOURS: Salary: K33-K38 ($64,092-$78,768) per annum Applications must be accompanied…