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Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 19, 2024 (SKNIS): The Federal Cabinet of St. Kitts and Nevis and the Cabinet of the Nevis Island Administration are set to convene in a Joint Cabinet Meeting on January 22, 2024. This meeting, scheduled to take place in Nevis, symbolizes a groundbreaking effort to enhance collaboration and strengthen the relationship between the two islands. Dr. Marcus L. Natta, Cabinet Secretary, underscored the significance of this initiative “The Joint Cabinet session signifies a commitment to togetherness and cooperation, ensuring a seamless partnership between St. Kitts and Nevis. Our goal is to forge a stronger and more…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 18, 2024 (SKNIS): The 26 men and women of Police Recruit Training Course #46 completed their final exam on Thursday, (December 18, 2024), after six months of gruelling training. The final test was the Drill Exam, which saw individuals divided into four squads, executing commands belted out by Drill Instructor Sergeant Antonio Browne. It was the third and final Drill Exam taken by the group over the training period. Earlier this week, the recruits completed exams in self-defence, weapons training and other practical and written subject areas.Photo: #446 WPC Recruit Henry (right) during Drill Exam Finals #446…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 18, 2024 (SKNIS): The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) wishes to remind all concerned parties that the deadline for filing declarations in compliance with the Integrity in Public Life Act is swiftly approaching, with the final date set for February 1, 2024. This deadline comes after a considered extension to ensure ample time for compliance, reflecting a balance between rigour and flexibility in the enforcement of this vital legislation. During the first edition of Season Two of ‘InFocus’ on January 17, Director of Public Prosecution (DPP), Adlai Smith, emphasised the seriousness of this…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 18, 2024 (SKNIS): In a significant milestone for educational collaboration, Ike Inniss, a distinguished teacher from the Washington Archibald High School, has become the first resident of St. Kitts and Nevis to benefit from the ground-breaking Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the local Ministry of Education and Southern University (SU) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S.A. The MOU, signed in September 2023, allows citizens and residents of St. Kitts and Nevis to enjoy in-state tuition rates at SU, making it the most accessible U.S. institution for those seeking advanced degrees. Furthering this collaborative spirit, the Ministry of…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 18, 2024 (SKNIS): The suite of good governance legislation passed in 2023, in the St. Kitts and Nevis National Assembly, has been highly rated by Adlai Smith, Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The suite of legislation entails the Anti-Corruption Act, the Whistleblowers Protection Act, the Freedom of Information Act, the Integrity in Public Life Act, the Unauthorized Disclosure of Official Information Act. In comparison to the other island states within the Caribbean, Mr. Smith said that the Anti-Corruption laws within the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis are by far the best he has seen. “The…

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the post of Crown Counsel I, Crown Prosecution Service, Ministry of Legal Affairs, Saint Lucia. JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE : Crown Counsel I REPORTS TO : Director of Public Prosecutions SUPERVISES : N/A CLASSIFICATION : GRADE 15 A. RELATIONSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITIES B. DUTIES AND TASKS B1. Primary Duties B2. Secondary Duties C. CONDITIONS D. EVALUATION METHOD Work performance will be evaluated on the basis of: E. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES F. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OR G. SALARY AND ALLOWANCES Application Cover letter, along with two written references and certified copies…

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the post of Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions, Crown Prosecution Service, Ministry of Legal Affairs, Saint Lucia. JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE : Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions REPORTS TO : Permanent Secretary SUPERVISES : N/A CLASSIFICATION : GRADE 19 A. RELATIONSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITIES B. DUTIES AND TASKS B1. Primary Duties B2. Secondary Duties C. CONDITIONS D. EVALUATION METHOD Work performance will be evaluated on the basis of: E. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES F. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OR G. SALARY AND ALLOWANCES Application Cover letter, along with two written references and…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Public Infrastructure et al wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of a Senior Engineer. Duties and Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications and Experience: Knowledge & Skills: In addition to the requirements above, the post holder must have the following skills: PLEXOS or the equivalent, LEAP or the equivalent, Integrated Resource Planning and/or Integrated Resource and Resilience Planning (IRRP); ii. Statistical analysis using STRATA, R of the equivalent; iii. Microsoft Office Suite; iv. Preferably skilled in computer programming using Python; v. Familiarity with GIS software. Salary: K42 (94,164)…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 16, 2024 (Cabinet Secretariat): Under the leadership of Prime Minister, The Honourable Dr Terrance Drew, the Cabinet Ministers convened on Monday, January 15th, 2024, in the first Cabinet meeting for the New Year and made essential decisions to enhance the well-being of our people.Prior to the official commencement of the Cabinet Meeting, Bishop Cyprian Williams from the New Birth Gospel Tabernacle extended prayers for the safety, health, wisdom, integrity, and continued solidarity of Cabinet members as they diligently carry out their responsibilities on behalf of the people of St. Kitts and Nevis.The Honourable Chair and Prime Minister,…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 16, 2024 (SKNIS): In a landmark event aimed at bolstering cybersecurity across the Caribbean, the CARICOM Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (IMPACS) Cybercrime and Cybersecurity Sensitization Sessions kicked off in St. Kitts and Nevis on January 16, 2024, at the Koi Resort Antara Conference Room. The sessions, which will conclude on January 17, are crucial for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis and the broader Caribbean region. It is dedicated to raising awareness among senior government officials about the vulnerabilities of public networks and the pressing need to develop robust strategies against the growing…