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BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, August 02, 2024 (SKNIS) – During the Friday, August 02, 2024, sitting of the National Assembly of St. Kitts and Nevis, Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, reiterated his government’s commitment to addressing crime and violence in our society through the implementation of a comprehensive strategy that calls for, among other things, an all-of-society approach. Prime Minister Dr. Drew said engagements have commenced with major stakeholders in St. Kitts and Nevis, including faith-based organisations and the business community, to sensitise them on the role they must play as part of the multi-sectoral response to addressing criminal…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, August 01, 2024 (SKNIS) – Before the early adjournment of the Thursday, August 01, 2024, sitting of the National Assembly in St. Kitts and Nevis, Members of Parliament (MPs) paid homage to and honoured the memories of those who died in the MV Christena disaster of August 01, 1970. This year marks the 54th Anniversary of the ill-fated M.V. Christena Disaster that claimed the lives of 233 persons when the ferry sank on a journey from Basseterre to Charlestown. Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, said while it is important that…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 01, 2024 (SKNIS): During the scheduled Sitting of Parliament on Thursday, August 01, 2024, which was adjourned until Friday, August 02, 2024, Parliamentarians in St. Kitts and Nevis honoured the late Glen “Ghost” Phillip, who once served as a Member of Parliament and Member of Cabinet from 2010-2015. Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis and Parliamentary Representative for St. Christopher Eight, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew and other officials expressed their admiration for Phillip’s service and dedication, underscoring the indelible mark he left on the country through his work in Parliament and his mentorship of…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 01, 2024 (SKNIS): The sitting of Parliament scheduled for Thursday, August 01, 2024, in St. Kitts and Nevis was adjourned until Friday, August 02 out of respect of the passing of Glen ‘Ghost’ Phillip, who once served as a Member of Parliament and Member of Cabinet from 2010-2015. When Parliament resumes on Friday, August 02, 2024, two Bills, namely the Judge Alone Trials Bill, 2024, and the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (Agreement) Bill, 2024,will receive their first reading. The Non-Government Organisations (Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Companies (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which had their first readings…

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 Assistant Engineer at the Water Services Department. The Assistant Engineer works under the general supervision of the Chief Engineer of the Water Services Department. This position represents the interests of the Department through interactions with the Public Works Department Engineering Division, engineering consultants, project related contractors, other utility companies, government Ministries and stakeholders. This position is responsible for asset management, coordinating and monitoring of capital projects, performing periodic plan reviews, collection and evaluation data…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Energy & Utilities; Domestic Transport wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Senior Project Manager at Public Works Department. The role of the Senior Project Manager in the Public Works Department is responsible for planning and coordinating technical construction related initiatives to ensure that projects are delivered within budget and completed within schedule. The duties include upholding project standards by researching compliance regulations, developing project implementation plans and adjusting specifications for elements of a project. He/she is an important member of the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis – The Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, is pleased to announce that plans are already in the making for the launch of a comprehensive 90-day campaign aimed at addressing crime and violence from a public health perspective. The first meeting, held today, marked a significant step forward in our collaborative efforts to create a safer and healthier society. In attendance were members of the Nevis Evangelical Association and several members of the planning committee. The 90-day campaign will include a variety of activities designed to engage and educate the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 31, 2024 (SKNIS): St. Kitts and Nevis was proudly represented by Deputy Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, at the significant renaming ceremony of the True Blue Roundabout to the CARICOM Roundabout in St. George’s, Grenada on July 28. This momentous event marked one of the key activities commemorating the 50th anniversaries of both CARICOM and Grenada. The renaming ceremony brought together CARICOM Heads of Government and Regional Leaders in a symbolic tribute to the longstanding unity and integration within the Caribbean Community. Dr. Carla Barnett, Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), extended her congratulations…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, July 30, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Governments of St. Kitts and Nevis and the Republic of China (Taiwan), through its Embassy in Basseterre, entered into a formal agreement on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, signifying the official launch of the Mental Health Service System Enhancement Project in the Federation. Through this project, St. Kitts and Nevis looks to strengthen the offerings and accessibility of mental health services by reducing the gaps in the prevention, screening, early detection and treatment of mental health disorders including anxiety, bipolar disorders and schizophrenia. Prime Minister and Minister of Health, the Honourable Dr.…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 30, 2024 (SKNIS): Under the leadership of Prime Minister, The Honourable Dr Terrance Drew, the Cabinet Ministers convened on Monday July 29th, 2024, and made essential decisions to enhance the well-being of our people. The Cabinet received a presentation from Dr Izben Williams, General and Forensic Psychiatrist. Dr Williams chairs the task force examining the critical nature of societal violence as a public health issue, recognizing its detrimental impact on social and economic development in the Caribbean. He highlighted the historical context of violence as a public health concern and outlined a comprehensive public health approach…