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26 May, 2022, Basseterre, Saint Christopher (St Kitts) and Nevis – Food security, renewable energy and credit worthiness were some of the issues the Governor of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), Timothy N. J. Antoine, addressed in his response to questions from the media concerning the development and prospects for Anguilla and the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union. In the second of a two-part ECCB Connects programme, in response to a question on the agricultural framework in the Caribbean, Governor Antoine, says that the recent fast-ferry service offered by Guyana is an important investment to assist with efficient food transportation within the region. He added that almost 8 to 10 deaths are from non-communicable diseases and it was important for farmers within the region to have enough governmental support in their trade to reduce food prices, making it affordable for consumers.…

27 May 2022 Regional officials gave their commitment to make quality services available and accessible for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) during the launch of the Community of Practice (CoP) on Wednesday in Trinidad and Tobago. Members of the CoP signed a compact of commitment in which, among other things, they pledged to uphold a survivor-centered approach in providing services for survivors of GBV. Alison Drayton, Director of the United Nations Population Fund Sub-Regional Office for the Caribbean (UNFPA SROC) disclosed this information in a press conference at the end of the event on Wednesday.During the press conference, the Sub-Regional…

Regional officials gave their commitment to make quality services available andaccessible for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) during the launch of theCommunity of Practice (CoP) on Wednesday in Trinidad and Tobago. Members of theCoP signed a compact of commitment in which, among other things, they pledged touphold a survivor-centered approach in providing services for survivors of GBV.Alison Drayton, Director of the United Nations Population Fund Sub-Regional Office forthe Caribbean (UNFPA SROC) disclosed this information in a press conference at theend of the event on Wednesday.During the press conference, the Sub-Regional Director outlined that the participants allcame together and made it…

The Ministry with responsibility for Ports wishes to announce to the general public that it became necessary to reconstitute the membership of the Boards of two statutory corporations, namely St. Kitts Urban Development Corporation Ltd (UDC) and the St. Christopher Air and Sea Ports Authority (SCASPA). In the case of UDC, three new members were appointed to serve along with four others whose tenure will continue. In the case of SCASPA, three new members were appointed to serve along with others whose tenure will continue. These changes should lead to a better ethos of good governance and prudent fiscal management.…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, May 26, 2022 (SKNIS): St. Kitts and Nevis is preparing to commemorate World Accreditation Day on June 09, 2022, and is working to be accredited by the end of the year. Dr. Marcus Natta, Science and Research Manager at St. Kitts and Nevis Bureau of Standards said that the agency is working assiduously to achieve accreditation and is very close to achieving it in the areas of chemical analyses specifically pH testing as well as indoor air quality analyses with emphasis on toxic gases. On the May 25th edition of Working for You, Dr. Natta indicated that documenting the steps followed…

Please see the video link to the Post-Cabinet Briefing for 20th & 23rd May, 2022.

Charlestown, Nevis (May 26, 2022) Any time is a great time to visit the Caribbean island of Nevis – the island’s picture-perfect shores and friendly people offer an authentic and luxurious holiday experience. But the summer calendar is filled with a variety of events that draw travelers from all over the world, so why not pair a relaxing holiday with a cultural or fitness event, too? Interim CEO of the Nevis Tourism Authority, Devon Liburd says: “Nevis is an idyllic place to holiday in the summer months. There is so much to be enjoyed on our beautiful island, with some incredible events…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, May 24, 2022 (SKNIS): The Team Unity Cabinet of Ministers met on Friday, May 20 and Monday, May 23, 2022, under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Dr. the Honourable Timothy Harris. During their meeting, Cabinet deliberated on several matters of national importance to the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis. The Cabinet considered the fiscal situation within the Federation.The Cabinet was advised that GAE (Government Auxiliary Employees) had already been paid their salary increases and their retroactive pay.The Cabinet was updated on matters relating to the arrears within certain utilities. The Cabinet moved expeditiously to ensure that such…

Castries – Saint Lucia – 25 th May 2022 – These past two years have opened newdoors for many but it has also extinguished the inner flames of those who havelost loved ones, their livelihoods and are struggling to cope due to theuncertainty of these unprecedented times. Well, it’s time to IGNITE your innerlight at the upcoming IGNITE Her Conference slated for June 3-5, 2022 at theHarbor Club Hotel in Gros Islet, Saint Lucia.This powerful 2½ day training and empowering conference is for high-achieving, driven, spiritually-minded female corporate professionals andexecutives, who are also mothers. The stellar line-up of speakers for…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, May 25, 2022 (SKNIS): St. Kitts and Nevis’ Prime Minister, Dr. the Honourable Timothy Harris, has urged business owners to conduct a review of the conditions of work for employees, and where practical, to follow the government’s example by increasing salaries and wages for workers.Dr. Harris’ statement was made on Tuesday (May 24) on the eve of a 10 percent pay hike for civil servants and government pensioners.“We would encourage every private-sector employer who can do likewise to basically be generous in their determination of the conditions of work for their employees,” he said on the debut…