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Bridgetown, Barbados, August 16 th , 2023 – The Caribbean Disaster EmergencyManagement Agency (CDEMA), says it remains in a state of operational readiness,following a recent updated prediction for an “above normal” level of activity for theongoing 2023 Atlantic hurricane season. On August 11th , 2023, the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)explained in its latest outlook for the 2023 Hurricane Season, that due to current oceanand atmospheric conditions, its Climate Prediction Center had increased their predictionfrom near normal to an “above normal” level of activity. “The outlook now includes a 70% chance of 14-21 named storms, of which 6-11 couldbecome hurricanes, and…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 17, 2023 (SKNIS): Deputy Prime and Minister of Education the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley said the construction of the Basseterre High School (BHS) will benefit not just one local contractor but many. Minister Hanley said this during his appearance on the radio and television show ‘In Focus’ on August 16 where he discussed the ongoing plans for the Basseterre High School. “After assuming the position of Minister of Education, I thought it was necessary to start working immediately to ensure that we are able to rebuild a brand-new Basseterre High School on the original site,” he said. He said that…

Officers from 30 countries recognized the urgent need for a standardized protocol for the issuance and exchange of certificates, which would make it possible to eliminate trade barriers, lower costs, increase traceability, and better comply with veterinary public health requirements. The two-and-a-half-day event, held at IICA Headquarters in San José, Costa Rica, was attended by 43 participants, including national representatives, speakers, and organizers. Its objective was to identify ways to promote the implementation of veterinary e-certification systems in the Americas for international trade in animal-based products. San Jose, August 17, 2023 (IICA). The development of a standardized protocol for the issuance…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, August 16, 2023 (SKNIS) – With just over two weeks to go before the opening of the 2023-2024 Academic School Year, the Ministry of Education is ensuring that all remedial work being undertaken at the Irishtown Primary School are completed so that teachers and students can return to the campus for face-to-face learning instruction on September 04, 2023. The Ministry of Education commenced a project to improve the safety and security system at the Irishtown Primary School earlier this year following a senseless act of violence committed on the school’s premises. “The nation would remember the tragic…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts (16th August 2023): Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment, the Hon. Dr. Joyelle Clarke, accompanied by Permanent Secretary in the same Ministry, Nerissa Williams, and Communications Officer, Denaula Laplace, hosted a visiting delegation from the United States headed by Her Excellency Linda Taglialatela, Ambassador to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean and the OECS, and also including Katherine Beamer, Director in the State Department’s Office of Caribbean Affairs on August 14. The dialogue focused on the current landscape of climate action in the Federation, centering the US-Caribbean Partnership to Address the Climate Crisis (PACC2030), a…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, August 16, 2023, [Ministry of Health] – In an effort to modernize our health institutions, a significant update to the nursing dress code became effective in the month of August.The updated policy removes the requirement for Nurses to wear caps and belts as part of their daily uniforms. These uniforms will now be reserved for ceremonial purposes only. This initiative marks the beginning of a series of changes that will culminate with the institutional-nursing staff transitioning to industry-standard scrub-style uniforms. The public and patrons of our health institutions are kindly asked to take note of…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, August 15, 2023 (Cabinet Secretariat): Under the leadership of Prime Minister, The Honourable Dr Terrance Drew, the Cabinet Ministers convened on Monday, August 14th, 2023 and made essential decisions to enhance the well-being of our people. The Cabinet approved-in-principle the operationalization of a new pension plan for all civil servants (including government auxiliary workers) which will guarantee that they receive mandatory benefits upon their retirement. In this regard, the Cabinet received a comprehensive presentation from Accountant-General, Mr Levi Bradshaw, who outlined the steps needed to advance the process toward effective implementation of the pension plan, in accordance with…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts (15th August, 2023) – The Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs et al, held a significant interface with Her Excellency Linda Taglialatela, United States Ambassador to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean and the OECS. The discussion centered on critical diplomatic matters and mutual interests. L-R: Right Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas: H.E. Ambassador Linda TaglialatelaLeading a distinguished delegation, Ambassador Taglialatela was accompanied by Ms. Katherine Beamer, State Department Director of Caribbean Affairs, and other members of the U.S. State Department and the U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown. Matters such as the U.S. – Caribbean Partnership to Address the Climate Crisis…

(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana – Tuesday, 15 August 2023): Salutations Mr. Brendan Tarnay, Programme Support Officer for the Caribbean under the Western Hemisphere Programme of the International Organization on Migration (a UN Agency), representatives from Member States of the CSME, staff of the IOM Office, staff from Directorate for CARICOM Single Market and Trade, invited guests, ladies and gentlemen, all. It gives me great pleasure to deliver remarks at the opening of this workshop which is focused on getting a better understanding of the challenges of collecting and using data on the movement of CARICOM nationals directly arising…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 15, 2023 [Ministry of Health] – The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Fundamentals of Prehospital Emergency Care Program was brought to a successful conclusion, underscored by the heartfelt speeches and remarks from key officials in attendance. Dr. Joyette Woodley, General Surgeon with the specific mandate for Emergency Medical Services opened the ceremony by highlighting the “exuberant and enthusiastic participation” of the EMTs as a testament to their dedication to their roles and to the patients they serve. Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister and Minister of Health was in full agreement. He too commended the energetic participation of the…