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Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 03, 2023 (SKNIS): To combat persistent non-compliance among businesses, the Department of Consumer Affairs has introduced new measures under the Consumer Protection Bill, 2023, as discussed on the November 01 edition of Infocus. Tricia Rawlins, Communications Officer in the Department of Consumer Affairs, elaborated on how the new legislation is designed to act as a deterrent against habitual offenses. “In the past, all we could do was remove non-compliant items and advise business owners of the deficiencies found, requesting them to rectify the situation,” Rawlins explained. “Now, with the ability to issue tickets or citations, we hope…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, November 3, 2023 (SKNIS) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis held its second community consultation on the 2024 Budget on Thursday (November 03) evening that featured even more engagements and recommendations from ordinary citizens, for which Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew was truly grateful. Addressing those in attendance at the Old Road Community Centre as well as those viewing online, Prime Minister Dr. Drew said that these consultations will ensure that what is presented during the 2024 Budget debate next month truly reflects and responds to the realities of the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 03, 2023 (SKNIS): On the November 01 edition of Infocus, Paul Queeley, Director of the Department of Consumer Affairs, outlined the new procedures for managing expired items on store shelves as mandated by the newly passed Consumer Protection Bill, 2023. Director Queeley detailed that Consumer Protection Officers are now required to promptly remove expired items from store shelves. Under the new legislation, these items must be placed in a designated container, and sealed with a tape bearing an identifying logo. The sealed container is to be stored securely until health inspectors from the Health Department can confiscate…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis (November 3, 2023) – Ms. Limya Eltayeb, the newly appointed United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Representative to Saint Kitts and Nevis, presented her credentials to the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, the Foreign Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During the meeting, Foreign Minister, Dr. Denzil Douglas, warmly welcomed Ms. Limya Eltayeb to the Federation and expressed his appreciation for the enduring partnership between Saint Kitts and Nevis and UNDP. He acknowledged the pivotal role that the UNDP has played in promoting sustainable development, social progress, and economic growth in the…

31 October 2023, Basseterre, Saint Christopher (St Kitts) and Nevis – The Dominican Diaspora residing in the Federation of St Kitts and Nevis, celebrates 45 years of Independence of the Commonwealth of Dominica. The celebrations commenced with a church service at the Antioch Baptist Church, on Sunday, 29th October. In his remarks, President of the DASKN, Mr. Ray E. Francis, highlighted the strong historical bonds that connect St. Kitts & Nevis and Dominica, including through one of the National Heroes, Dominican born Sir Caleb Azariah Paul Southwell and also dating back more than 400 years to the migration of the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, November 3, 2023, [Ministry of Health] –  JNF General Hospital in collaboration with the World Pediatrics Project (WPP) and the Pediatrics Assistance League of St. Kitts and Nevis (PALS) concluded its fifth Paediatrics Cardiological Clinic on November 2, 2023. The clinic, a pivotal event in the federation’s healthcare calendar, was facilitated by two highly respected pediatric cardiologists, Dr. Scott Gullquist and Dr. Christopher Chow, from the Children’s Hospital of Richmond, Virginia. During this one-day clinic, the medical duo managed to see a total of 18 patients, ranging from a three-week-old infant to a 15-year-old teenager. A…

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has congratulated Dominica on its Forty-Fifth Anniversary of Independence which it celebrates on Friday 3 November 2023. Secretary-General Dr Carla N Barnett sent a congratulatory message to the Prime Minister of Dominica Hon Roosevelt Skerrit. “Honourable Prime Minister, It is my distinct pleasure, on behalf of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), to extend to the Government and People of the Commonwealth of Dominica, warmest congratulations as you celebrate the country’s Forty-Fifth Anniversary of Independence under the theme, “Anou Selebwe”. The theme underscores the enduring and impressive strength, and unity of the People of Dominica, as you come together…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 2, 2023 (SKNIS): The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis welcomed JetBlue to the destination with its inaugural flight with a warm ceremony at the RLB International Airport. JetBlue departed the John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York at 9:15 a.m. and arrived at the Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport today, November 2, at 1:26 p.m. The addition of JetBlue brings additional hope for the Federation’s tourism industry. Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, who was among the officials gathered at the ceremony, said “In embracing JetBlue, we demonstrate our dedication to offering an…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 02, 2023 (SKNIS): Senior Minister and Minister responsible for Consumer Affairs, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, made an appearance on the November 01 edition of the radio and television programme Infocus to discuss imminent strides the government is taking to fortify consumer protection.Addressing concerns surrounding consumer rights and safety, Dr. Douglas discussed the forthcoming Consumer Protection Bill, 2023, stating: “We want to say that apart from this piece of legislation, what else can we do to ensure that there is consumer protection?”Minister Douglas outlined the government’s commitment to introducing robust policies to safeguard consumers. He…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, November 2, 2023 (SKNIS) – The Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew was amongst the officials gathered at the Kayan Jet Private Lounge to officially welcome JetBlue on its inaugural flight to the Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport today, Thursday, November 2, 2023. A warm welcome reception was held at the airport for executives of JetBlue Airways Corporation which allowed for the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis to demonstrate its gratitude for this partnership that will undoubtedly improve connectivity between St. Kitts and the United States. Delivering brief remarks, Prime Minister Dr.…