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CMYK Page:2 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 LOCAL NEWS Labour Party Heading to Court Over Electoral Office “Atrocities”

By Loshaun Dixon Election pointing out to serious conflict of inter- him the fact that list of est is involved here be- transfers were not being cause he as the Attorney The St. Kitts and Nevis published, that monthly General is supposed to Labour Party (SKNLP) revised lists were not be the person that they is heading to court to being published. look to for legal ad- challenge what they vice and he is also the are calling mismanage- “We also copied the Minister so when there ment of the Electoral letter to the mem- are breaches at the office Office with the - unlaw bers of the Electoral what happens? ful removal of removal Commission and to the and addition of names Attorney General. To She added, “ Would he on voter’s registration date, some three months advise himself in these lists. later I don’t have to tell matters .This is a serious you that we didn’t even matter that needs to be The action mimic’s a have the decency of a re- addressed and so what similar complaint on sponse. There has been is happening there is that Nevis where Nevis no response,” Liburd people’s names are be- Reformation Party stated. ing taken off removed Candidate Robelto from the lists; they are Hector, who lost to the She then noted that court being taken off from the Concerned Citizens by action may be the only list without their knowl- 11 votes, is taking the solution to the unaccept- edge and by the time Registrar of Voters to able practices. “This is they go in there into the court charging vote rig- totally unacceptable to Electoral Office, they are ging and incompetence. us and we intend to take telling them ‘ok, go and legal actions to deal with reregister. So it seems to Chairperson of the Chairperson of the SKNLP and MP for Central Basseterre Marcella Liburd these matters that are be a little ploy.” SKNLP and MP for happening at the elec- Central Basseterre toral office because thatWhen questioned on a Marcella Liburd stated cannot be right and so even aware why their we have to make sure seems to be the only timeline they expect that currently at the we must act and act names are not on the that we are on top of way in which we are go- to file the matter in the Electoral Office “therenow on these matters. lists but then they are things.” ing to have these matters courts Liburd was hope- are many atrocities tak- telling them go and re addressed.” ful it could be done ing place.” She added, “There register.” She also stated that in a short matter. “We are so many illegal they had written to the Liburd also questioned hope very soon and we She said, “The laws are practices going on at She further charged Supervisor of Elections the Attorney General -be hope probably within a being breached with that Electoral Office.that the Electoral Elvin Bailey in October ing the Minister respon- month or so that we’ll impunity.” Many months, revised Commission failed to 2017 to voice their con- sible for the Electoral have some action in monthly lists are not convene for a meet- cerns but had yet to re- Office. action in court based Liburd pointing to posted in breach of the ing. Liburd said,“ Noceive a response. on all these atrocities areas of concerns re- law, transfers are not meeting at all of the “We have consistently and irregularities that garding the voters’ reg- posted, even persons Electoral Commission “As a matter of fact be- pointed out the conflictare happening at the istration lists and stated whose names are re- so there are all sorts cause of this, we had on of interest in having the Electoral Office without that they must act now moved, that should be of irregularities going the 23rd October last Attorney General being any response coming swiftly to try and have published. That is not on with respect to the year 2017, written a let- the Minister responsible from the Supervisor of it corrected. “This just done so people are not Electoral Office and soter to the Supervisor of for the Electoral Office, Election.” VACANCY NOTICE GENERAL MANAGER POSITION

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Two events took place in what is now the Federation of St Kitts & Nevis, forty three years apart, and totally unrelated- at least at surface value, but which have had tremendous impact on society. Both have recently been thrust into the national limelight. They are the Buckley’s uprising of January 28, 1935 and the introduction of Social Security in 1978 on February 1st.

In an article by Ian Hodge, the Buckleys uprising and riots “marked the transition from spontaneous violent protest and rebellion to disciplined and constitutional presentation of industrial grievances through the medium of recognized and legal institutions. It marked the emergence of recognition of a representative body for the working-class”.

The British recognized the significance of the uprising and sent a warship to help subdue the “riot”. (They also sent a warship in 1967 during the Anguilla revolution.) The presence of the ship did not halt the uprising, nor the spread of it within the region, because later, riots of a more violent na- ture happened in other British colonial territories, notably Belize, Jamaica, Trinidad and Barbados. The St Kitts riots was such a turning point in labour relations that it is better described as a Caribbean revolution, according to the current Minister of Labour, Hon Vance Amory. We concur with that re-definition. The second revolution was the transition from National Provident Fund to Social Security in 1978. This is an institution which is celebrating 40 years this year, and which has grown to become the single largest anti-poverty bastion in the country. It has amassed assets of almost $1.5Billion but more importantly, has returned almost $700Million to its members during their old age, illness, death and other periods with loss of income.

This revolution too was also met with hostility by sugar workers; and the early inspectors were threatened with machetes and other agricultural equipment. One of the last remaining Inspectors of those early years, Mr. Earl Clarke, often tells of the resistance that he experienced. Yet we persevered.

So two revolutions, 43 years apart, but inextricably linked. One demanding fair wages for fair work and the other seeking to protect the said fair wages. Both took vision.

The nation is the better off for both. Let us know our history and learn from it.

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[email protected] 469 5907 LOCAL NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 Page:7 Residence ready to welcome NIA pier

By Monique Washington EIA study was commis- treat the water and when the costal current because sioned to determine the you release it, it would not nothing will stop the sea potential environmental have any negative impact from moving. The Nevis Island impact on the project onand the environment,” he Administration’s - pro how they can be miti- said. “There is no solid con- posed pier at Mosquito is gated – reduced or totally struction. Water will moving full steam ahead, eliminated. He said that boats that are move between the piles of a decision welcomed mooring at Oualie Beach the pier so there will be no by the general commu- Williams addressed that and do not have a holding impact on the shore line nity, with commercial and of air quality. He said that sewage tank will eventu- and so on,” he said. pleasure boaters over- during construction there ally create an environ- joyed at the prospect. will be minimal impact. mental problem. “The project was looked “Air quality concerns I at in its entirety so we The NIA proposed $5 think will be at a minimal. “If there is no holding don’t just look at the- en million dollar pier is lo- It will only be during the tank on the boat then the vironmental impact alone cated at Mosquito close to construction stage and waste goes straight into we look at the social im- the Oualie Beach Resort. that will be a short pe- the ocean and over time pact and the economical The cost of the pier in- riod,” he said. that will become a prob- impact,” Williams said. cludes the purchase of lem. If boats are moor- lands at EC$3.5 million. He added that “there will ing at Oualie beach then He said that following The project is funded by be some noise during the it should have a holding the consultation they will a grant from the Sugar driving of the piles but all tank,” he said. now look at feedback Industry Diversification suppliers and so on. of service. of this is just at the con- and corners from both Foundation. struction phase.” He said where he sees Planning Department and The public consul- Concerns that arose dur- there might be a poten- also those of the public The project calls for thetation was held on ing the consultation were Williams said that when tial problem is with the and see how they will be construction of a new Tuesday (February 6) that of human sewage it comes to swimmers solid waste. He however addressed. “You have to concrete pier. It will be at the Franklyn Browne both on land and on sea, safety the area will be ad- noted that once the beach satisfy planning’s require- suspended by steel piles Community Center in swimmers safety, air qual- equately marked. is cleaned and the Nevis ment.” he said. filled with concrete. TheCamps Village. The ity, noise pollution during Air and Seaport Authority pier will be 196 feet longpacked auditorium saw construction and custom In addressing a potential and the Nevis Solid Waste There has been no date and 16 feet wide .The in- residence, boater, ho- control. sewage problem Williams do its part in keeping the set as yet as to when con- tention is to allow for the teliers, Ministers of gave his recommenda- beach clean, the issue struction will begin how- growth of the sea water Government, environ- Oral Brandy manager of tion. “A Sewage treatmentof solid waste will be ever Deputy Premier and taxi between St. Kitts and mentalist, and police- theoffi Nevis Air and Seaport plant would be adequate eliminated. area representative for St. Nevis and the birthing of cers amongst other person Authority said that just for a project this size, not James said “it will be very pleasure boating in Nevis. in attendance. like all other piers con- a septic tank. With a sew- Williams pointed out thatsoon.” trolled by NASPA, age treatment plant you there will be no impact on The pier was scheduled to Jens Plaige of Seacure Custom will be there. He be completed in August / Marine Construction, noted that if customs is not September 2017 ahead St. Martin said that the at Oualie, boats coming of the opening of the concrete slabs that will from St. Martin or other Park Hyatt Hotel in St. be placed on top of the island might be asked to Kitts but was postpone piles are currently being dock at the Charlestown awaiting the completed made in St. Martin and Pier to clear customs. Environmental Impact the construction will take Assessment and publicbetween 4- 6 weeks to be Speaking with the consultation. The pro- completed. Observer follow- posal plans during the ing the consulta- construction of the pier Persons expressed their tion, Environmental will lead to 60 new jobs,delight at the prospect of a Consultant Patrick directly and indirectly, new pier being construct- Williams said the benefits including engineers, ar- ed and the relief it will far outweigh the impact chitects, labors, material give the pier at Oualie so the project should pro- Resort after many years ceed. He noted that the Page:8 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 LOCAL NEWS State of the art medical clinic officially launches in Nevis

By Monique Washington such a state of the art facility in Nevis . I am certain that we will be- “The envy of the come the envy of most Caribbean,” is how Junior of the Caribbean islands. Health Minister Hazel I am certain as well that Brandy-Williams termed our hoteliers are happy the state of the art medi- to have such a facility in cal clinic Rejunoviva Nevis so when their guest which officially launched get here they have an op- its services Wedneday. tion.” She said. The center will will be offered to Nevisians “The Ministry of Health and Kittitians as well in collaboration with as the wider Caribbean the entire cabinet and on Wednesday mainly the Premier (Hon Mark through memberships. Brantley) would like to congratulate Dr Gill and Rejunoviva is newly his team on this very sig- established Medical nificant project that they clinic located at the have brought to Nevis. “ Social Security Building at Pinneys. The clinic The clinic will specialize opened its doors early in orthopedics, gynecol- last year’s serving many ogy, dentistry, cosmetic patients but never offi- dentistry, cardiology, neu- cially launched all of its rology, modern therapy services. such as: laser, ultrasound, infra-red, combination The official launch ,held therapy, shock wave ther- at the Yachtsman’s Grill apy, hydro therapy, ozone and was attended by therapy, cardiovascular United States based doc- stress testing, lymphatic tors, local doctors, and drainage therapy, targeted well wishers. This newly radiofrequency therapy, established state of the laser cavitation vacuum art medical clinic is the radio frequency BIO fat brainchild of Dr. Tyrone reduction treatment, fa- Gill. Gill was trained in cial rejuvenation, vaginal Cuba as an orthopedic rejuvenation and tighten- surgeon. He is joined bying, colposcopy examina- his wife, Dr. Julie Gill, tionan (pre-cervical/uterine OBGYN and by a - dedicancer exam) etc cated team, which include regular visits from physi- The Observer spoke con- cians from the Islands and sultant for Rejunvivia mainland USA. Simon Lowe at the launch who explained why the Speaking at the launch launch took place after the Brandy Williams con- clinic opened its doors. gratulated Gill and his team for opening a state “When it opened it did of the arts medical facility have too much equipment in Nevis CONT’D ON PAGE 19 “We are happy to have CMYK LOCAL NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 Page:9 St. Kitts Nevis to host ANSAR in June

By Monique Washing- of the event is to establish along with residing na- Place will be open at the ton and rekindle old alliances, tional come together the Marriott. Items sold in the To strengthen the bonds celebrate comradery, ex- Marketplace are clothing of friendship and broth- change pleasantries and at including Batik wear, mu- St. Kitts and Nevis has erhood, To participate in the same time they want sic, arts and crafts, books, been chosen to host various social activities, to have the networking photographs, souvenir this year’s 18th annual discuss matters of mutual aspect of it. items etc. Confectionery celebration of the St. interest, including issues food items are also al- Kitts-Nevis & Anguilla of economic development James highlighted the lowed including cakes Association Reunion events that will take place and pastry items. ANSAR slated for June On Tuesday the cur- during the weekend long 22- 24 and a packed rent chairman of event. In the will be the Cultural calendar is planned for ANSAR Calvin James ac- Explosion Extravaganza. patrons. companied by Michael June 22 meet and greet This event will be show- Hendrickson spoke with that will be held in St Kitts casing talent from St. The aim and objectives the Observer and gave a Kitts, Nevis and Anguilla of the event is to estab- brief history of the event June 23 officially opening . lish and rekindle old and what to expect for the will be held at the Nevis alliances, To strengthen celebration of the 18th an- Performing art theater Persons interested can the bonds of friendship niversary of ANSAR NEPAC under the - papurchase tickets for and brotherhood, To Nevis and St. Kitts. Kitts-Nevis & Anguilla tronage of the Governoreach event and currently participate in various Association of Montreal “We are here to bring all General. Lunch will- folthere are early bird spe- social activities, discuss The theme for this year’s in 1983. After contactingthe nationals around the low and then a bus tour cials. Along with the matters of mutual inter- event is ‘Renewing other Nationals at home world together. ANSAR around the island. event an Essay competi- est, including issues of and Strengthening our and abroad, it was agreed is being held in different tion is planned for both economic development Relations, Celebrating that the idea had gener- cities every two years. The evening of the 23 a high school and primary our Achievements and ated sufficient interest inThe last ANSAR was Gala in will be held school students. To remain connected by Uniting our People’ putting together the firstMontreal in 2016, 2008 it our communal heritage, ever reunion of Nationals was held in St. Kitts,” he June 24 a Thanking giv- “The event is not just our history and cultural Kittitian Faustina of St. Kitts-Nevis & said. ing service will held at the for returning nationals it legacy, To promote France-Carbonneau Anguilla., St Kitts Marriott is for everyone,” James greater international founded the execu- Continuing he said that the said. awareness of Anguilla,tive body of the St. .The aim and objectiveswhen retuning nationals That afternoon Market PM to Switch On New Traffic Signals By Loshaun Dixon necessary to restrict right signalized junctions. turns into the following streets, to facilitate the “Yellow markings have From next week driv- smooth flow of traffic: been placed in these areas ers in St. Kitts will have to indicate the restricted to contend with traffic 1. Victoria Road from parking portions. Vehicles lights in the Basseterre Cayon Street. parked in these restricted area, commissioned and areas are likely to impede in use for the first time 2. Rosemary Lane the smooth flow of traf- when the switch is flipped fic and will, therefore, be on Monday by Prime 3. West Independence subject to parking fines or Minister of St. Kitts Square St. from Cayon St. to be towed away at the and Nevis the Hon. Dr. owners’ expense.” Timothy Harris 4. Wellington Road from Pond Road. Pedestrians are required The lights are mounted to cross the road in the on Fort Street, Cayon 5. Cayon Street from New vicinity of the Traffic Street, Victoria Road, Street. Lights, only on pedestrian the Bay Road, as well as crossings, and only when Wellington Road and East will ‘flip the switch’“Regulations on that are - perUSD$572,000. Phase 6. Stainforth St. from given the signal to cross. Independence Square Monday 12th of this tinent to ensuring that the two of the project Pond will Road. Failure by a pedestrian to Street. month. We had to- posttraffic users and pedestri- look at installing lights at cross on the cross walk pone the earlier schedule ans conform to the new upper Wellington Road, 7. Bay Road from West or only when signalled to According to Transport date due to his pending safety standards, they Sandown Road and the Square St. cross, can result in bodily Minister the Hon. Ian travel overseas.” would be gazetted I am upper Bay Road. injury from passing ve- Patches Liburd, the light assured by the Attorney 8. Burt Street from Cayon hicles, prosecution, with would be turned on and Liburd stated up until General’s office some- The traffic depart also is- St. fines up to $500.00. become operational from then the road markings time during the course of sued some new guidelines Monday.7 are being completed and next week.” that will govern the flow 9. Hart Street from Cayon They also implored mem- the requisite legal amend- of traffic in surrounding Street. bers of the general public “The lights have been ments have been made The current traffic areas to the lights to familiarize themselves tested they are fully oper- to govern motorists and lights mounted around It was also indicated with the rules governing ational as we speak…We pedestrians, for when Basseterre are only With the introduction of that parking has been re- the use of the signal lights. anticipate that God’s will- the lights become fully phase one of the Traffic project lights at these- in stricted along portions of ing the Prime Minister operational. He said, which cost an estimated tersections, it has become the streets leading to the CMYK Page:10 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 LOCAL NEWS A Father’s Quest for Justice Causes Police to Rethink Suspicious Death

By Loshaun Dixon strange.”

A father’s insistence that the sudden He stated that he will continue to call death of his son was murder and not his son’s death a murder until he is by natural causes has prompted the satisfi ed otherwise. “There are a lot police and coroner to re-examine of questions to ask and there are few their fi ndings. answers we are getting. He had some marks on his stomach and the police Nigel Arthurton the father of 23-year- say they are insect bites. For me, I old Shaquille Pemberton who body would like to know what kind of in- was discovered January 27, in the sect could bite like that. The kind of Gillards Meadows is questioning the marks that were there I thought were results of the autopsy performed on stabs.” his son while also insisting the belief that his son was murdered. This publication then asked if any action will be taken by the family to see On the night in question Pemberton’s to it that they get justice for Shaquille. corpse was found in an area near the He said, “For me as a father and his RLB International Airport by a pass- only parent, whatever steps I can take er-by who reported it to the St. Kitts I will, because we live in a society and Nevis Fire and Rescue Services, where we don’t even know who mur- who .then reported it to the Royal St. derers are.” Christopher and Nevis Police. factual. due, in part, to acute pulmonary failure due to haemorrhagic viral myo- “It is sad for someone to come into Initially police indicated that they’re “I would like to know if it is natural, carditis and pneumonia, the forensic St. Kitts, I don’t know for how much not treating the matter as a homicide. where is his wallet and where is his pathologist is of the view that there money to do an autopsy and to give Over the weekend in a release from cell phone and why is it his pocket are other inconsistencies surrounding those silly excuses to me and my fam- the Police confi rmed that the death ofwas pulled out? That means some- the manner (mode) of death that merit ily. It is not suitable so I would have Pemberton, was by natural causes fol- body tampered,” the grieving father further investigation,” the release to go the length and breadth that I lowing an autopsy done by Forensic contends. stated. have to get some justice out of it. It Pathologist, Dr. Valery Alexandrov. is something you have to question it He stated that where the body was The police have indicated that based is not adding up to anything at all,” The release stated that, Dr. found no blood was seen but spots of on the new determination they are Arthurton stated. Alexandrov ruled that the deathblood werewas seen on the grass leading continuing investigations and will be due to acute pulmonary failure due to to the area. seeking the support of the public to He then descried his son’s personal- haemorrhagic viral myocarditis and assist with their enquiries. ity. “He was a guy moving around to pneumonia. On Tuesday Police issued a second his own self. He was a cool guy go- release on the autopsy stating that Arthurton then gave an account of the ing about his business, never troubled However Arthurton in an interview since undertaking further laboratory day his son went missing: anyone.” with The Observer contends that he tests in Trinidad, Dr. Alexandrov has believes his son was the victim of a now revised his opinion and ruled that “My niece saw him the Friday morn- He stated that the funeral for murder. He said, “Anybody in their the method of death is undetermined. ing when he was eating. He did not Pemberton would be held Thursday right minds who heard what the au- return home Friday night and the at the Basseterre Church of God. topsy said could never think that is “While Mr. Pemberton’s death was Saturday morning and I found it LOCAL NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 Page:11 Election petition trial date not set as yet

By Monique Washington

Robelto Hector will get his day in court in two or three months at which time he will attempt to prove vote rigging in the December 18 Nevis Assembly elections...More specifi cally he is contesting District One St. Paul’s where he lost his long serving Nation Reformation Party seat by 11 votes..

Last week Hector announced his reasons for taking the petition to court. He noted that election petitions are costly and burdensome but forgot to mention that it might be lengthy as well.

Hector fi led a petition at the High Court in Nevis on January 12 following the December 18 2017 Nevis Island Assembly Election when he lost his seat against the Concerned Citizens Movement candidate.

Hon Spencer Brand. Hector lost his seat by 11 votes (585 to 596) , ending his ten year hold of that constitu- ency. Overall, the NRP lost the elections to the CCM four seats to one seat. The petition is against Spencer Brand, (CCM Candidate) Elvin Bailey, (Supervisor of Elections) ,Calvin Fahie, (Registration Offi cer for the District of St. Paul) and the Attorney General of St. Christopher and Nevis .

Hector sites irregularities on election day with over 30 persons name being illegally removed from the voters list prior to the election.

On Tuesday (February 6) a case management hearing was held at the High Court in Charlestown with Justice Lorraine Williams presiding. The hearing was to discuss the issues involved in the case by the at- torneys, and the parties in order to get the case moving forward.

Hector was represented by Patrice Nisbett and Saundra Hector of Hector and Nisbett, Spencer Brand represented by Brain Barns of Daniel Brantley and Associates, the Attorney General is represented by the Solicitor General Simone Bullen-Thompson and the Supervisor of elections and Registration Offi cer represented by Terrance Byron for Douglas Mendez.

It was concluded at the hearing that a number of affi davits would need to be submitted to the court prior to a trial date being set. Hector has until March 6 to fi le his affi davits while the respondents have until April 3 to fi le theirs. Thereafter both parties have a window of 14 days to answer to the affi davits. The Registrar will be responsible for setting the trail date. Hon Mark Brantley in 2011 fi lled a similar case at the high court following the 2011 NIA election. In 2012 Nevis high court judge, Justice Lionel Jones, ruled that the election results for the St John’s District on 11 July, 2011 are invalid and void. Page:12 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 LOCAL NEWS LOCAL NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 Page:13 Page:14 TheThe St.KittsSt.Kitts NevisNevis ObserverObserver -- FridayFriday FebruaryFebruary 2nd,9th, 20182018 LOCAL NEWS LOCAL NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 Page:15 I’m Loyal to SKN: Dr. Douglas and His Dominican Passport in Court Fight By Loshaun Dixon am advised that this matter is in my persons.” slated for hearing on February Will he stay or will he go? In 26, 2018. Dr. Douglas also disclosed that the case of Opposition Leader he was offered three diplomat- Dr. Denzil Douglas that and “Elected members of ic passports from colleagues the issue of his Dominican dip- Parliament must serve their around the region. “My - col lomatic passport may be decid- constituents and Parliament leagues, three of them came ed at a court hearing February loyally and faithfully, Dr. forward to give me diplomatic 26th. Harris stated. privileges through a passport for free…” The Government through He added that there must not be Attorney General Vincent divided loyalties between duty He also insisted that he only Byron filed the matter in the to constituents and Parliament holds citizenship for St. Kitts high court last month challeng- on one hand, and loyalty to a and Nevis and indicated that ing the validity of Dr. Douglas foreign power. “When such no allegiance is given when a to remain in Parliament after it conflict raises its ugly head, the diplomatic passport is issued. has been alleged that he is the member in question should not He said, “My understanding is holder of a diplomatic passport wait on the court but automati- once there is an issuance of a of another state. grave constitutional, political the case as to whether he is cally to resign.” diplomatic passport there is no and Parliamentary significancein breach of the Constitution need for any allegiance to be For his part, Dr. Douglas dis- to the Commonwealth fam- at section 28(1)(a) and the Dr. Douglas last week voiced given to any country. misses the action as an attempt ily with their rich WestminsterNational Assembly Elections strong opposition to the court to ruin his long political career model of democracy. Act.” action taken by the govern- “It is bogus and fake they are saying any passports he holds ment describing it as unfortu- claiming that I have a second is his strictly his business. Dr. Harris then referenced He then stated that Parliament nate and that Prime Minister citizenship, the know that I do recent cases in Jamaica and must guard itself against im- Dr. Timothy Harris was em- not have a second citizenship Speaking on the matter last Australia to attest to the signifi- posters and fraudsters parading barrassed having failed to of- it is wasting peoples time and week Prime Minister of St. cance of this matter that caused as duly elected members. fer him a diplomatic passport. wasting tax payers money and Kitts and Nevis the Hon. Dr. parliamentarians to resign. He “I don’t have anything else to it is trying to take up our time Timothy Harris noted that said, “The Constitution speci- “In this regard, the question say except to emphasize that and so I shall leave it, “Dr. it is not a trivial endeavour. fies who can be a member of eligibility of a member to Dr. Harris has become so em- Douglas said. “The matter of the posses- the Parliament and how mem- serve in Parliament is a sig- barrassed over the fact that he sion and use of a Dominican bership in the House is in- nificant matter. Government refused to issue a diplomatic Dr. Douglas also refused to say diplomatic passport is before validated or brought to an end. has asked the Court to make a passport to the former Prime how many passports he owns the Court. This is a matter of Dr Douglas then will defend determination on this matter. I Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis stating it was his business. CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS

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CMYK LOCAL NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 Page:17 Government progressing on $500 promise

By Loshaun Dixon campaign to provide of 2015 to pay $500 implemented. low income house- to households with holds with a supple- income of less than Dr. Harris speaking The Government of mental income of $3000 EC. recently stated that St. Kitts and Nevis, $500. this promise is getting led by Prime Minister Since the campaign closer to fruition. “It is the Hon. Dr. Timothy The Dr. Harris led that had been one of my wish that we will Harris, is progressing Team Unity made a their most anticipated be sensitive to the felt on a promise made promise during the promises that the pub- needs of the ordinary during the election election campaign lic was look for to be man and woman not

just in Basseterre butthe survey is making also in our rural com- progress. “It will be munities. And when a collaborative effort we made firm the com- between the ministry mitment that should we of social develop- reach the high office ment and our statis- of government that we tics department in the will make additional Ministry of Sustainable support to indigent Development.” and poor families and households who are He added that this $500 earning $3000 per the government is of- month many laughed fering could make the at us.” world of difference to the families who would He stated that in last benefit especially if year’s budget the gov- they have found them- ernment announced selves in financial that they will start difficulty. ”This will the implementation make life better. That of the proposed $500 could make the differ- to those households ence between acquir- following a survey of ing your medication, households. “I indi- make the difference cated in my Budget between whether or and New Year’s not the landlord will Address “followingthrow you out, or your preliminary household electricity cut so it is surveys, Team Unity a great deed we are will institute a new doing in keeping with national policy which our philosophy. will provide a supple- mental income of $500 “Social justice is im- per month to house- portant to the admin- holds earning less than istration,” Dr. Harris $3000 per month.” noted. But he also warned that measures Dr. Harris stated that in will be put in place a recent Cabinet meet- to safe guard against ing Senator Wendy individuals abus- Phipps indicated that ing the government’s the work in terms of kindness. CMYK Page:18 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 LOCAL NEWS LOCAL NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 Page:19 Premier assures home owners that they are working on curbing crime

Monique Washington anti-social behavior and to reduce crime on the island.

The Premier of Nevis, Hon Mark Brantley has The Premier spoke at the Four Seasons annual assured home owners that his administration is Home Owners Association meeting held at the currently putting in place ways of curbing youth ballroom at the Four Season Resort on Tuesday

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The vehicles listed below are considered abandoned and will be impounded if they are not removed by: THURSDAY 15th FEBRUARY, 2018 February 6. He noted that his administration is making investments in the youth and said that the PLATE # IDENTIFYING FEATURE P1359 RED SUZUKI issue of crime will not be solved overnight. PA6243 ISUZU WHITE P9514 WHITE COROLLA “We are making and will continue to make consid- PA1773 BLUE DIAHATSU JEEP PA8726 ATOS RED erable investment. I ask for patients from the pub- PA1216 WHITE MAZDA CAR PA860 MITSUBISHI JEEP lic because I like to say this problem did not occur over night. It is a problem that really took us maybe PA237 YELLOW P6948 GREEN NISSAN CAR about 30 years to get to where we are now and it is PA4141 WHITE NISSAN JEEP ACTIVE PA4131 BLACK/GREY MITSUBISHI JEEP a problem that will clearly take time to change at- PA6208 BLUE SUZUKI JEEP P1953 WHITE CAROLLA CAR titudes and change the perspective of some of these PA8364 WHITE SUZUKI NO NUMBER CRV BLUE youngsters who at 17 and 18 are saying they have nothing to live for. So we need to change that,” he PA2579 NAVY BLUE CAROLLA P9661 said. P5946 WHITE NISSAN EX SALON PA3658 PA979 GREY MARINE P1821 GREY/BLACK SUZUKI He pointed out an initiative the government is PA219 WHITE MAZDA CAR NO NUMBER BLACK JEEP undertaking in helping the youths to empower themselves. “We are doing various things. We are PA2806 DARK GREEN SUZUKI JX PA3034 SILVER NISSAN creating opportunities in some of the communities. PA2161 BLUE SUZUKI JEEP P1821 GREY VITARA Some of the kids are interested in farming so what P4691 BROWN/SILVER TOYOTA JEEP NO NUMBER BLACK NISSAN SENTRA we have done is that we are trying to create shade P5412 ORANGE TOYOTA CAR NO NUMBER WHITE RAV4 houses in areas where they can actually do their own farming,” he said. P3039 GREY MITSUBISHI JEEP PA9099 GREY YAMAHA PA5648 NISSAN JEEP PA7193 GREEN YAMATI “So we are doing these thing and we find that when PA1996 RED CAROLLA P4151 BLUE YAMATI we seek to empower them in their own communi- PA8284 WHITE SUBARU JEEP ties they have an opportunity to earn, and that helps. P8171 GREEN YAMATI Is not the only solution but that helps,” he said. PA5803 RED SUZUKI JEEP P9523 BLUE YAMAHA PA8677 SUZUKI JEEP BLUE PA3284 RED YAMATI Previously the Premier announced that the issue of PA3176 WHITE TOYOTA JEEP P426 BLACK SCOOTER safety and security is of foremost importance. He said that there will be an expansion of the Closed PA6603 BLACK MITSUBISHI GALANT P8852 BLACK SCOOTER Circuit Television (CCTV) programme beyond the PA2028 GREEN CORONA P7756 RED HONDA environs of Charlestown, to ensure island-wide PA1037 BLACK HONDA PA7449 GREY YAMAHA coverage. PA273 RED/BLACK MITUBISHI JEEP NO NUMBER YAMATI “Additionally, it is a matter of deep concern that P1442 WHITE PA1153 and P4074 GREY AND MAROON-SCOOTES our conviction rate for heinous crimes is very low, P8726 ATOS RED as many of the perpetrators of these crimes are able to escape conviction. It is the view of many, that These vehicles are located at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. If the above mentioned vehicles the underlying reason is that these crimes are not th prosecuted by officials with the correct mix of legal are not removed by Thursday 15 February, 2018, the vehicles will be towed to the St. Kitts Solid Waste and technical skills” Management Corporation dump. “Against this backdrop, my government shall seek Ross University assumes no responsibility or liabilty for any loss, theft, fire, or damages of any kind to any vehicle, to appoint a lawyer to work specifically with the its parts and/or contents from any cause whatsoever. Police Force in Nevis and the office of the Director of Public Prosecutions who will deal specifically with the prosecution of criminals,” Brantley said. THESE VEHICLES ARE NOT BEING SOLD. The federal crime statistics for 2017 showed a de- For further queries or to claim a vehicle please contact: Iris lake at 465-4161 ext. 401-1169 or e-mail: crease in murder, manslaughter, wounding with [email protected] intend, sexual offences. An increase in robberies, house breaking and gun possession compared to the previous year. 2017 saw the crime detection rate standing at just 39 percent. Page:20 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 LOCAL NEWS St. Kitts’ Louis get maiden Windies A call; Nevisian Powell Captain

By Loshaun Dixon weekend in a team that fi nished with 40 wickets will be led by Nevisian in ten rounds of matches Twenty-one year old opening batsman Keiran at an average of 23.45 Jeremiah Louis of Taylors Powell. Louis who is a only with best bowling Village has earned his fi rst fast-bowling all-rounder fi gures of 6-69. call to the Windies “A” recently completed the who will face the England Regional Professional In announcing the team Lions in a three-match Cricket League 4DayCONT’D ON PAGE 18 “Test” Series starting thiscompetition where he LOCAL NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 Page:21 Page:22 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 LOCAL NEWS St. Kitts’ Louis get maiden Windies CONT’D CONT’D FROM PAGE 16 team will be led by left- strengthen the A teamhave been part of the also a capable batsman Joseph; Jeremiah Louis; handed opener Kieran with some of Test play- ‘A’ Team programme. and will fi t well into thisRaymon Reifer; Vishaul Cricket West Indies Powell, with Shamarh ers who will not have the “We believe their focusset-up. Singh; Jomel Warrican (CWI) stated that the four- Brooks as the vice-cap- opportunity to play any should be on perfor- day matches will run from tain . fi rst-class cricket ahead mances that will elevate He continued, “The A Kittitian is yet to rep- February 11 to March 1 of the Sri Lanka series. them to the senior team.” panel wishes the team resent the WIndies se- and will feature a “Test” The same teams will and its management nior team while seven using the pink ball. “This then face off in three He said, “This series also Commenting on Louis, every success on their Nevisians have repre- will be the fi nal match un-50-over matches at the provides some of the in- Browne described him journey.” sented the regional side. der lights at the Sir Vivian Coolidge Cricket Ground cumbent Test players the as a talented swing Louis has represented Richards Cricket Ground in Antigua. opportunity to restate a bowler and indicated The full Windies the Leeward Islands in Antigua. Play will start claim for a position in that he was not original- ‘A’ Squad is as fol-Hurricanes for the past at 2pm,” a CWI statement Commenting on the the Test match squad for ly selected but due to in- lows: Kieran Powell three years playing 30 read. squad, chairman of selec- the will be two impor- jury to Shermon Lewis, (captain);Shamarh time for the franchise tor Courtney Browne tant home series vs. Sri an exciting young fast Brooks (vice captain); collecting 72 wickets. The other games of the said that with a power- Lanka and Bangladesh bowler Louis had to Jermaine Blackwood; tour will be played in ful England Lions team in June and July.” be drafted. “JeremiahJohn Campbell; He is currently in Jamaica at the Trelawney touring the Caribbean, Louis, a talented swing Rahkeem Cornwall; the Leeward Island Multiplex and Sabina the selection panel Browne also stated that bowler, who did re- Miguel Cummins; Hurricanes side for the Park. The communique thought that it was a the team also includes ally well during the PCL Shane Dowrich; Regional Super 50 com- also indicated that the good opportunity to several players who four-day season. He is Jahmar Hamilton; Keon petition in Antigua. LOCAL NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 Page:23 State of the art medical clinic offi cially launches in Nevis CONT’D CONT’D FROM PAGE 12 within the fi rst 24 hours if they hadto a create two operating rooms and when persons who is not member heart attack or stroke,” he said. eight recovery rooms which will be have to visit the clinic, they will be and he (Dr. Gill) was just doing personal for people to come from the neighbor- billed a percentage of the member- consultation ,” Lowe Continuing he said that “what has hap- ing islands ,instead of having to go to ship fee. pened many times is that people who Miami they can come here to have He said that in just two weeks the clin- had a heart attack or stroke ,they actu- essential operations. So there will be Lowe said that the clinic in no way ic’s operating theater will be opened for ally die before they can get the right orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons wants to compete with the only hospi- day surgeries and in addition the den- care or be air lifted off to Puerto Rico cardiologist and others,” he said tal on Nevis the Alexander Hospital. tist facility which is just being installed or Miami . So we are putting in place a will go be opened in a couple of days. protocol that will give them the correct He said that you have to become a “We do not want to compete with the attention including the necessary in- member to access the clinic. He quoted Alexander hospital. We don’t want to Lowe pointed out one of the most im- jection within the window after a heart the annual membership cost as mem- be in competition, but the truth of the portant undertaking for the clinic in the attack or stroke.” bership for Nevisians EC $250, Expat matter is that the island needs more very near future. membership EC $750 and Citizens by medical facilities,” he said. Loew revealed the clinics proposed Investment membership $750us. “What we will launch very shortly is the plans. “There are plans to take over an- protocol which is to stabilize patients other 7000 square feet in the building He said that in cases of emergency Page:24 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday February 9th, 2018 ADVERTISEMENTLOCAL NEWS

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