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Basseterre, St. Kitts & Nevis, July 28, 2023 [Ministry of Health]: The Ministry of Health has successfully completed an extensive series of customer service training sessions that began in May 2023. The training series has been an ongoing process, providing a unique opportunity for each department within the Ministry to partake in and benefit from. With a primary focus on improving the customer service experience, the sessions were designed to address crucial elements of interpersonal communication. Key themes included setting and managing customer expectations, the significance of non-verbal communication, the application of emotional intelligence in healthcare settings, and strategies for effective…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 27, 2023 (SKNIS): The Department of Civil Aviation is holding a five-day runway safety workshop from July 24 to 28 to underscore the government’s commitment to safety and security within the aviation industry. This was stated by the Minister of Civil Aviation, the Honourable Marsha Henderson during her speech to open the workshop on July 24 in Bird Rock, Basseterre.    She said, “As a signatory to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Convention, we remain fully compliant and committed to the regulations outlined, especially as a state heavily dependent on tourism, we, therefore, must maintain a vibrant and…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, July 27, 2023 (SKNIS) – Well drilling in Cabbage Tree, Cayon, is continuing apace, as the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is moving forward with its plans to address the water problems that have been affecting the community of Cayon for many years.Speaking on the issue on Wednesday, July 26, Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew said his government is resolute in its position to solve the water concerns once and for all because access to potable water is a key element of his administration’s plans of building a Sustainable Island State.“Just this year alone we…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 27, 2023 (SKNIS): Data collection is critically important to St. Kitts and Nevis as it helps to provide a solid foundation for informed decision-making among others, said Minister of Sustainable Development, Constituency Empowerment, Environment and Climate Action, the Honourable Dr. Joyelle Clarke on the July 26 edition of Infocus. “Decision-making has to be informed by data. If we do not know what is happening in St. Kitts and Nevis, we cannot determine what policies would best serve our population,” said Dr. Clarke. “The only way you can make decisions about a country for now and for the future…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, July 27, 2023 (Press Secretary, PMO) – To honor the life and legacy of Michael ‘Mick Stokes’ Heyliger, father of Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, popular radio personality and DJ, Michele ‘Sweet Sister Sensia’ Stokes, a candlelight vigil will be held today, Thursday 27th July 2023 at 6:00 pm. The vigil will begin at Mick Stokes’ shop on Fort Street at 6:00 pm and proceed up to Victoria Road, across to Nevis Street, over to College Street Ghaut, and congregate at the parking lot opposite Mantis Garage at Market Street, Basseterre. This solemn gathering will provide…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, July 27, 2023 (SKNIS) – After several rounds of consultations and input from the various stakeholder partners, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Marine Resources and Cooperatives has officially launched its comprehensive plan that outlines St. Kitts and Nevis approach to achieve CARICOM’s 25 by 2025 Agenda. CARICOM’s 25 percent by 2025 initiative seeks to reduce high food imports by 25 percent by the year 2025. Director of Agriculture, Ms. Jeanelle Kelly, while delivering welcoming remarks at the launch event on Thursday, July 27, said this initiative will contribute towards strengthening the Federation’s food systems and transform the agricultural sector to…

No. 17:2023 27 July 2023Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. Today, the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) denied special leave in the Guyanese case of Harte and Greenidge v The State [2023] CCJ 9 (AJ) GY in which Greenidge sought permission to appeal his conviction and both Harte and Greenidge sought permission to appeal the sentence imposed by the Court of Appeal upon them and to challenge the constitutionality of the death penalty itself. Harte, Greenidge and a third person, all male member members of the Coast Guard Division of the Guyanese Defence Force, were indicted in 2013 under the Criminal Law Offences Act (CLOA) for the murder…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, July 27, 2023 (Press Secretary, PMO) – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Claricia Langley-Stevens as the new Chairperson for the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Board of Directors. This significant appointment comes as a testament to Ms. Langley Stevens’ exemplary leadership, expertise in disaster management, and unwavering commitment to safeguarding the well-being of our citizens. Mrs. Langley-Stevens brings a wealth of experience in disaster preparedness, response, and mitigation, having served in various prominent roles within the field of emergency management. Her vast knowledge and dedication to…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, July 27, 2023 (Press Secretary, PMO) – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Global Support and Development’s MV Dawn Humanitarian Vessel to strengthen disaster relief and humanitarian efforts in the region. This collaborative initiative marks a significant step towards enhancing our nation’s preparedness and responsiveness during times of crisis and reaffirms our commitment to the well-being of our citizens and neighbors. MV Dawn, a state-of-the-art humanitarian vessel, is equipped with cutting-edge facilities and technology designed to provide immediate aid and support in disaster-affected areas. Through this partnership,…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 26, 2023 (SKNIS): St. Kitts and Nevis’ Voluntary National Review that was presented for the first time to the august United Nations body this month included information taken from a youth panel discussion on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).   This was stated by the Director of the Public Sector Investment Programme (PSIP), Auren Manners during his appearance on the popular radio and television show InFocus on July 26. He also said that the youth forum was held under the financial support of the United Nations and was coordinated by the Department of Youth.   Mr. Manners added, “The meaning of…