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BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts, July 10, 2025 (SKNIS) – In a major step toward strengthening social equity, the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis today, (Thursday, July 10), passed a key amendment to the Housing and Social Development Levy Act. This amendment ensures that individuals earning the national minimum wage of $500 per week, as well as those earning slightly above that threshold (up to $520 per week), will no longer be subject to deductions under the levy. The Housing and Social Development Levy (Amendment) Bill, 2025, modifies Section 3, Subsection (2), Subparagraph (a) of the Act, guaranteeing that no levy…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 09, 2025 (SKNIS): Persons benefitting from the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis’ School-Based Assistance Programme and new enrollees will now enjoy a streamlined and efficient system that eliminates duplication and enhances confidentiality. A new Expression of Interest portal, www.socialdevelopment.gov.kn by the ministry is now live as officials continue to modernise the way information is collected and use it to inform the decision-making process, reduce fraud, and expand services to children enrolled in public primary and secondary schools, as well as tertiary institutions. The new system covers the School Uniform Assistance Programme, High School Book Loan Programme, CXC Fee…

Montego Bay, Jamaica July 9, 2025 (PMO) —Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, joined CARICOM Chairman and Prime Minister of Jamaica, the Honourable Andrew Holness, for a highly informative press conference at the conclusion of the 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), held in Montego Bay, Jamaica, last evening, July 8. During the session, a comprehensive update was provided on the key outcomes of the meeting, reflecting the collective decisions and forward-looking strategies of CARICOM leaders. Prime Minister Drew delivered a focused intervention on climate…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 8, 2025- The Ministries of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources, Sports, and Small Business, Entrepreneurship, Cooperatives and the Creative Economy, under the leadership of the Hon. Samal Duggins, successfully hosted their Second Quarter Press Conference for 2025, held under the theme “Raising the Standard.” Minister Duggins delivered a compelling national report highlighting the extensive work being done across his portfolios: Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources, Sports, and Small Business, Entrepreneurship, Cooperatives and the Creative Economy. This quarter’s update was presented through dynamic highlight reels showcasing bold initiatives and measurable results — from empowering entrepreneurs and expanding…

The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis (GOSKN) has received financing from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) in an amount equivalent to US$4,155,000M towards the cost of the Enhancing Learning Continuity and Inclusion Project and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds to eligible payments under this contract. See information below:

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 07, 2025 (SKNIS): Under the leadership of Acting Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, the Cabinet convened on Monday, July 07, 2025, to deliberate on and advance critical policies designed to enhance the well-being of all citizens and residents. Dr. Hanley presided in the absence of the Honourable Prime Minister, Dr. Terrance Drew, who is off-island attending the 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in Jamaica. Today, I am pleased to share the outcomes of those discussions – decisions that reflect your government’s continued commitment to inclusivity, meaningful progress, and…

SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS No. of 2025 A BILL to amend the Housing and Social Development Levy Act, Cap. 20.21 and for related matters BE IT ENACTED by the King’s Most Excellent Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the National Assembly of Saint Christopher and Nevis, and by the authority of the same as follows: 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the Housing and Social Development Levy (Amendment) Act, 2025. 2. Amendment of section 3 of the Act. The Act is amended in section 3 subsection (2) subparagraph (a) as follows: “(2)(a) in the…

SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS No. of 2025 A BILL to provide for the protection and registration of industrial designs in Saint Christopher and Nevis and for related matters. BE IT ENACTED by the King’s Most Excellent Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the National Assembly of Saint Christopher and Nevis, and by the authority of the same as follows: PART I PRELIMINARY 1. Short title. (1) This Act may be cited as the Industrial Designs Act, 2025. (2) This Act shall come into force on a day to be appointed by the Minister by Order published in…

SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS No. of 2025 A BILL to amend the Judge Alone Trials Act, No. 20 of 2024. BE IT ENACTED by the King’s Most Excellent Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the National Assembly of Saint Christopher and Nevis, and by the authority of the same as follows: 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the Judge Alone Trials (Amendment) Act, 2025. 2. Amendment of section 4. The Act is amended in section 4 by replacing it as follows “4. Trial without a jury in certain cases. (1) Notwithstanding anything contained in…

SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS No. of 2025 A BILL to amend the Larceny Act, Cap. 4.16. BE IT ENACTED by the King’s Most Excellent Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the National Assembly of Saint Christopher and Nevis, and by the authority of the same as follows: 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the Larceny (Amendment) Act, 2025. 2. Interpretation. In this Act “Act” means the Larceny Act, Cap. 4.16. 3. Amendment of section 31. The Act is amended in section 31 by replacing it with the following— “31. Robbery. (1) A person who— …