Over 600 public servants could possibly leave their posts in the next few years by retirement or otherwise. Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Deputy Governor Sharleen Dabreo-Lettsome presented the facts on this matter at the launch of the Public Service Compensation Review. She said, “Last year it was noted in Standing Finance that … Continued
The National Unity Government has debunked rumours that His Excellency Governor John Rankin is making preparations to move his office into the space on the first floor of the Cutlass Tower, the same building where the Premier’s Office is housed. As explained by Permanent Secretary in the Premier’s Office Carolyn Stoutt-Igwe, the intention for this … Continued
The Wheatley Administration is steadily moving along with its plans to re-imagine beautification strategies in the territory by introducing a new year-round beautification mechanism through the Department of Public Works. Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio Wheatley spoke mainly on the bush-cutting aspect of the initiative during a recent press engagement. He said, “What we are … Continued
Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio Wheatly has reiterated his sheer opposition to the concept of suspending a country’s constitution. “Let me just speak about the whole concept of suspending someone’s constitution. I don’t agree with it. In any way, shape or form. I do not agree with the United Kingdom or any other government suspending … Continued
High Court Registrar Vareen Vanterpool-Nibbs believes that the decision to expand the eligibility pool for jurors in the territory was an important move to ensure the continuity of fair court proceedings. This, she explained, is accomplished by mitigating the issue of jurors having to be stood aside due to their close connections to persons in … Continued
Several reviewers and investigators currently leading the relevant reviews, investigations and audits arising from the COI Recommendations have reported to His Excellency Governor John Rankin that they are facing difficulties in accessing the necessary documents from the public service. It is stated in the Enhanced Monitoring Section of the Framework Document that these individuals must … Continued
An influx of residency and belongership status applications is creating challenges for the government as it implements the COI Recommendations. His Excellency Governor John Rankin noted this issue in his first Quarterly Report to the United Kingdom on the Implementation of the COI Recommendations. “I am aware that a number of individuals have experienced difficulties … Continued
Issues surrounding Constitutional Review Commission membership and the Register of Interests Bill were highlighted as specific areas of concern by His Excellency Governor John Rankin as he told of the impact that political culture has had on the process of implementing the Commission of Inquiry Report’s recommendations. Governor Rankin said that despite being generally pleased … Continued
Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Marlon Penn has reaffirmed his commitment to bettering the situation at His Majesty’s Prison amid continued security concerns and reports of violence, among inmates and against staff. Penn said with the assistance of the United Kingdom, the government has been able to begin necessary interventions. “From time to … Continued
While discussions surrounding the territory’s uncertain political future continue, Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Marlon Penn says he for one, has no interest in entertaining the rhetoric on his place in the matter. During a guest appearance on Tola Radio, Penn was urged to break his silence on recent statements made by talk … Continued
