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Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 27, 2024 (SKNIS): The Dieppe Bay Police Station, after undergoing necessary repairs and refurbishments, has reopened and resumed operations, marking a significant milestone in law enforcement’s capabilities in serving the community. The station was temporarily closed for urgent repairs in the last quarter of 2022. During this period, its operations were shifted to the Tabernacle Police Station, ensuring uninterrupted police services to the community. The Dieppe Bay Police Station, which first opened its doors on November 14, 2011, has been a crucial part of the community’s safety infrastructure. This modern facility replaced the original structure that was…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 27, 2024 (SKNIS): The Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister and Minister of Health, recently conducted an extensive tour of the Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital to inspect the significant renovation works currently underway. During his visit, Prime Minister Drew observed the progress of the renovations in various parts of the hospital, including the revamping of the Foyer and the roof of the morgue. “These renovations at JNF General Hospital are not just about improving the physical structure, but they represent our dedication to providing a healing environment that is conducive to the well-being of…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 27, 2024 (SKNIS): The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has taken a significant step in supporting the healthcare system of St. Kitts and Nevis by donating an Electroencephalogram (EEG) Machine to the Joseph N. France General Hospital (JNF). This vital contribution, made on January 25, will greatly improve the hospital’s ability to diagnose and manage neurological and mental health disorders effectively. Prime Minister and Minister of Health, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, expressed profound gratitude for PAHO’s generous donation. “This machine is well-needed here in our Federation. This machine would ensure that people are diagnosed and treated…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 27, 2024 (SKNIS): The Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, in his recent appearance on the January 24th edition of InFocus on ZIZ Radio and Television, announced a remarkable upsurge in the Federation’s tourism sector. This growth, marked by a significant increase in both air and sea passenger arrivals in 2023, compared to the previous year, is a direct result of the strategic lifting of COVID-19 restrictions and the government’s proactive investment in tourism. In 2022, St. Kitts and Nevis welcomed 113,154 air passengers. This number soared to 160,712 in 2023,…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Energy & Utilities; Domestic Transport wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Assistant Customer Service Manager. The chosen candidate will oversee and coordinate the operations of the Billing, Metering, and Customer Service department, aligning with the policies, goals, and objectives set by the Department. This role involves monitoring all accounts to detect outstanding debts and devising appropriate strategies to recover them. The job requires exercising independent judgment within the framework of established policies and goals. Duties and Responsibilities: • Assist the manager with…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 26, 2024 (SKNIS): Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, expressed pleasure with the ongoing construction of the model smart homes in Conaree and Taylor’s. The prime minister recently toured the site and spoke with the contractors building the homes. On the January 24th edition of InFocus, Dr. Drew said that he was impressed with what he saw. “The house has panels. These panels are steel mesh panels. There is steel coming up between the panels, then they are bridged with steel, and then it’s filled with concrete. It is a concrete…

New York, (26 January 2024) – The Permanent Representative of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Her Excellency Dr. Mutryce Williams, signs a Visa Waiver Agreement with His Excellency Mr. Akan Rakhmetullin, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Nations to grant visa-free access between the two countries. According to the agreement, holders of diplomatic, official, and service passports are permitted entry without a visa into Saint Kitts and Nevis and Kazakhstan, for a period not exceeding 90 days. The agreement also promotes friendly relations between the two countries and facilitates the visa-free travel of their nationals. The brief…

New York, 25 January 2024 – The Ambassador of Saint Kitts and Nevis to the United Nations, Her Excellency Mutryce Williams today signed a Joint Communiqué to establish diplomatic relations with the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in New York. At a brief ceremony and friendly exchange held at the Permanent Mission of Pakistan to the United Nations, Ambassador Williams exchanged brief remarks with His Excellency Munir Akram, Ambassador of the Permanent Mission of Pakistan to the United Nations. Both expressed their interest in deepening diplomatic ties between their two countries and a desire to cooperate in various international fora. This…