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BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, July 24, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, through the Ministry of National Security, is putting plans in place for the staging of a National Consultation on the issue of crime and violence, bringing together senior government officials, law enforcement personnel, civil society, non-governmental organisations, the youth, and more for wide-ranging discussions on this important issue. Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, made this disclosure during his appearance on Freedom FM’s Issues SKN programme on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. The consultation will form part of the government’s…

Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew will deliver an address to the Nation this evening, Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. The national address will be carried live on ZIZ Radio and Television, as well as on Freedom FM, WINNFM 98.9 and Von Radio. END

Basseterre, St. Kitts – July 23, 2024 (Ministry of Health): The Ministry of Health in St. Kitts and Nevis, in collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), has launched a comprehensive two-day Healthy Workplace Workshop. This significant event aims to develop a robust framework promoting health and well-being within the workplace, set to be implemented across the ministry and eventually extended to all government sectors. Permanent Secretary of Health, Mr. Curtin Martin, emphasized the ministry’s commitment to becoming a model for workplace safety and a healthy work environment. “We will become the model Ministry. We must demonstrate to the…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, July 23, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis will host a special event on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 8:30 a.m., to mark the commencement of the payment of pensions to deserving retired Government Auxiliary Employees (GAEs), bringing significant and immediate financial relief to hundreds of persons. As part of its assigned duties, the Pension Reform Task Force prioritised the pension payments to GAEs who retired after May 2012, underscoring the commitment of the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew-led government to rectify the injustice of the former Team Unity Administration which discontinued the end-of-tenure…

New York, New York (23rd July 2024) – Permanent Representative, H.E. Dr. Mutryce Williams and her team at the Permanent Mission of Saint Kitts and Nevis to the United Nations, commemorated the country’s 50 years of membership in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), on Monday 22 July,2024, by participating in an early, “Wear your CARICOM Colours Day” activity, ahead of the official anniversary on Friday, July 26, 2024. As the Permanent Mission is currently chairing the CARICOM Caucus of Ambassadors in New York, for the months of July and August, the initiative was done to coincide with the Mission’s hosting of…

The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is pleased to announce the commencement of Pension Payments to Government Auxiliary Employees (GAE) slated for Thursday, July 25, 2024, during a ceremony at Government Headquarters on Church Street, Basseterre, at 8:30 a.m.This ceremony is for immediate pension recipients who have received letters of invitation. Pension recipients are required to bring the following documents to assist in updating the records for future direct payments to their bank: Your prompt attendance and cooperation are highly appreciated. -30-

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, July 22, 2024 (SKNIS): The Ministry of Health in St. Kitts, in collaboration with the Taiwan-based Overseas Engineering and Construction Company (OECC), is hosting a pivotal Hospital Planning Session this week for the development of the new J. N. France General Hospital. The week-long sessions aim to ensure the delivery of an optimal healthcare facility for the citizens of St. Kitts and Nevis. Discussions began on Monday July 22, 2024, bringing together experts on the planning board to consolidate the ideas and opinions of key personnel regarding the new hospital. The focus will be on various critical…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, July 21, 2024 — In light of the recent upsurge in gun violence, the Prime Minister, Dr. the Hon. Terrence Drew, and the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of National Security, Mr. Glenroy Blanchette, convened an emergency meeting with the High Command of the Police and Defence Force to address this pressing issue. The meeting, held at Police Headquarters, was pivotal in reviewing the homicides and formulating a robust strategy to curb this alarming trend. The Prime Minister expressed his grave concern over the surge in gun-related incidents, emphasizing the government’s commitment to ensuring the safety and…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, July 19, 2024 (SKNIS) – As the above-normal 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season rolls on, the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) undertook a three-day National Hurricane Preparedness and Response Simulation Exercise from July 17-19, to assess St. Kitts and Nevis’ response systems in the event of a hurricane. This important simulation exercise was initiated following the request of Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, who is also the Executive Director of the National Emergency Operations Centre. The exercise centered around the scenario of the potential impact of a fictional Hurricane Ingrid to the Federation, commencing with a…

Basseterre,St. Kitts, July 18, 2024 – The Solid Waste Management Corporation (SWMC) is thrilled to announce the launch of the “Clean a Mile” campaign, an ambitious initiative aimed at enhancing the cleanliness and environmental sustainability of our beautiful island. We invite individuals, organizations, and businesses to join us in this crucial endeavor to maintain and improve our environment. Campaign Overview: The “Clean a Mile” campaign will feature bi-monthly cleanup events where local organizations, businesses, and community members will collaborate to clean designated areas across the island. The inaugural cleanup event is scheduled for Saturday, July 27th, 2024, with subsequent events planned every…