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Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 24, 2023 (SKNIS): The Order Paper has been circulated for a Special Sitting of the National Assembly to award the 25 Most Remarkable Teens in St. Kitts and Nevis. The Special Sitting will be held at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort Royal Ballroom, Frigate Bay, on Monday, November 27, 2023, at 6:30 pm. Notice has been given. The Sitting will be attended by Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, Minister of Youth Empowerment and the Honourable Isalean Phillip, Junior Minister within the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, along with other Members of Parliament. Minister Phillip will…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, November 24, 2023 (SKNIS) – The Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew has assured citizens and residents that his government is taking a zero-tolerance approach to crime and violence in the country. In this regard, the government is in the process of rolling out a comprehensive plan to address the situation. The government’s encompassing plan will look at crime and violence from a public health perspective, addressing the root causes of the problem. This measure was discussed at length when CARICOM Heads met in Trinidad and Tobago for a regional symposium…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 24, 2023 (SKNIS): Plea negotiations are likely to enter the criminal justice system in St. Kitts and Nevis as part of key reforms designed to improve efficiency and effectiveness in the legal administrative system. Attorney-General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, the Honourable Garth Wilkin, said that plea negotiations will allow defendants to plead guilty to an offence in exchange for a lower charge or sentence. “That has proven quite successful in Jamaica,” said the attorney-general, while appearing on the November 22, 2023 edition of InFocus. He noted that plea agreements offer greater choice to…

Colleagues, friends, distinguished guests, good morning. I bring greetings on behalf of the Government and People of St. Kitts and Nevis, but especially from the citizens of these great CARICOM States. As Lead Prime Minister for Health in CARICOM, I extend greetings to the Government and people of Spain for their benevolence and continued collaboration. It is my pleasure to represent our region as we launch the CARPHA-COMISCA Collaboration and Cooperation. This is a historic moment, as it marks the formalization of a health partnership between two important regional organizations in the Caribbean. The countries in Central America are our…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, November 24, 2023 [Press Secretary, PMOSKN] – Today marked a significant milestone in Caribbean regional health initiatives as Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, in his capacity as the lead minister for Health in CARICOM, officially launched the CARPHA-COMISCA Collaboration and Cooperation. This groundbreaking collaboration signifies the formalization of a crucial health partnership between two pivotal regional organizations in the Caribbean. Addressing the gathering virtually during the inauguration, Prime Minister Drew articulated, “It is my pleasure to represent our region as we launch the CARPHA-COMISCA Collaboration and Cooperation. This is a historic moment, as it marks…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 24, 2023 (SKNBS): In a collaborative effort to enhance radiation safety measures, a team of experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Headquarters in Vienna, including United Nations (UN) inspectors Juan Carlos Benitez and Zhour Yahyaouy, concluded a comprehensive radiation inventory in both St. Kitts and Nevis this week, from November 20 to 24, 2023. The inspection team worked closely with local authorities, including representatives from the St. Kitts and Nevis Bureau of Standards (SKNBS), the Customs and Excise Department, and the Ministry of Health, engaging in training sessions and identifying radiation sources across various…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 24, 2023 (SKNIS): In an effort to foster the development of green entrepreneurs and business in St. Kitts and Nevis, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) collaborated with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) to award various greenpreneur grants. The ceremony, held at the Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship on November 23, highlighted the achievements of two remarkable entrepreneurs: Eurtha Chiverton from Kittitian Bloom and Jeune Guishard-Pine of the St. Kitts Beekeeper’s Co-operative. Both were honoured as the latest recipients of the US $10,000 grant, a testament to their innovative contributions to sustainable business practices…

On 22 November 2023, the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis joined an increasing number of Member States of the Organization of Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific States in signing the Samoa Agreement at the OACPS Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium.The signing ceremony culminates what can be described as an extended and highly spirited negotiation process, which commenced in September 2018 in the margins of the United Nations General Assembly. The lead negotiators initialed the Agreement in April 2021. The official signing ceremony for the new OACPS-EU Partnership Agreement now referred to as the Samoa Agreement, was held during the 46th Session…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 23, 2023 (SKNIS): The Honourable Garth Wilkin, Attorney-General of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, stated that a primary objective of his tenure is to modernize the nation’s Criminal Justice System and Criminal Laws. During his appearance on the radio and television show ‘InFocus’, the attorney-general discussed ‘Revolutionizing the Criminal Justice System in St. Kitts and Nevis’ along with the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Adlai Smith. Honourable Wilkin said much like a constitution that evolves and adapts to societal changes, criminal laws too should be dynamic, reflecting technological advancements and the evolving nature of…

Basseterre — Nov 23rd, 2023 — The Ministry of Small Business & Entrepreneurship proudly announces the launch of the Food Court Challenge TV Show, a thrilling culinary competition and business accelerator that promises to transform the local food scene. What’s at Stake: Participating foodpreneurs have the chance to win a rent-free spot at the bustling Bird Rock Food Court for first three months, a substantial XCD$10,000 investment, and an Accelerator Package featuring personalized coaching, branding expertise, and financial consultations. How to Enter: Contestants are invited to submit their applications by November 28th, 2023. Requirements include a captivating 1-page Business Bio,…