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The union negotiates collective bargaining agreements on behalf of its members to ensure fair wages, benefits, and working conditions. Shop stewards act as liaisons between the workers and the union leadership.
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Job Security and Seniority Advocacy
Efforts are made to ensure fair practices regarding layoffs, promotions, and other job changes, often prioritizing seniority and performance.
Information and Resources
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Open Door Policy
Members have direct access to union representatives for guidance and support, with non-members also encouraged to engage with the union.
Workers Representation on a National Scale
The SKNT&LU represents workers at the national level on various committees, influencing policies and regulations affecting labor and employment.
Basseterre, St. Kitts – (5th April, 2025) – The St. Kitts Electricity Company Limited (SKELEC) is pleased to announce the successful installation of a newly manufactured COMECA switchboard panel at its Needsmust Power Plant. The installation was completed on Saturday, 5th April 2025, and was overseen by a team of technicians and engineers from SKELEC’s Generation and Transmission and Distribution Divisions.
To facilitate the installation, the SKELEC team worked diligently to minimize disruption to customers’ electricity supply. The company however apologizes for any inconvenience experienced by customers whose service was affected due to unforeseen circumstances.
SKELEC collaborated closely with the original supplier, COMECA, to replace the previous panel, which was damaged in a past incident. The replacement process involved extensive consultations with the supplier to ensure that the new panel met the specifications of the existing systems while incorporating modern safety and protection standards. The newly installed panel is expected to enhance operational flexibility and redundancy, significantly improving the plant’s ability to maintain consistent and safe power generation. Its design adheres to the best industry practices and provides robust protection against electrical faults and other operational risks.
Mr. Clement Williams, General Manager of SKELEC, emphasized that the installation is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to provide more reliable electricity to its customers. “Our customers’ needs always come first, and this installation reflects our ongoing commitment to improving the reliability of our service,” Williams said. “I want to thank our dedicated staff for the tremendous work they’ve done in preparing for this upgrade.”
This major infrastructure investment is intended to strengthen the safety, reliability, and overall efficiency of the plant. It marks another milestone in SKELEC’s commitment to modernizing its infrastructure and delivering dependable electricity to the people of St. Kitts.
For more SKELEC updates, please visit our Facebook page: SKELEC – St. Kitts Electricity Company Ltd or visit www.skelec.kn.
A 60-year-old woman, a well-known health care professional, is now dead, having been stabbed to death at her home. Her accused killer is a 69-year-old man. It is a grim, sorrowful truth that has rocked the country.
This is not a story of youth gone astray, not the stereotypical tale of gun violence, but one that asks us to pause and reflect on the deep, often hidden fractures within society that span generations, relationships, and human behaviour.
What a sad, terrible loss.
In the usual way that tragic news spreads, speculation is rife. Street corners hum with whispers, and social media scrolls fill with hearsay and guesswork. But amid the noise, one undeniable fact remains: a life has been taken. And with that, a family grieves, a professional community is stunned, and a nation is confronted with the question-Why?
It is not only a question for the courts. It is a question for every household, every policymaker, every teacher, every neighbour, every man and woman. We often speak about crime prevention with children, encouraging them to “count to three,” to “walk away,” to “breathe before reacting.” These are valuable lessons that aim to instil emotional intelligence and self-control. But what are we doing to ensure those lessons stick into adulthood? Who is teaching mature adults to manage conflict, to seek help, to de-escalate, to feel their pain without transferring it violently onto someone else?
We assume that age brings wisdom, that time heals wounds, and that maturity guarantees measured responses.
What storm brewed beneath the surface until it erupted in violence? We may never fully know, but the tragic outcome reminds us that prevention cannot only be reactive and targeted at youth-it must be lifelong and holistic.
The health care sector bears awound having lost one of its own to an act of violence that runs counter to its mission of healing and care. This is a tragedy within a tragedy.
We must speak up, not just for justice in this case, but for a change in how we approach violence. Domestic violence, interpersonal violence, and other related areas as these are not fringe issues. Such are growing realities that require not just policing, but sustained education, community support, and mental health infrastructure.
Conflict is an inevitable part of human relationships, but violence must never be seen as an acceptable outcome. As a society, we must intentionally foster environments-at home, in workplaces, in places of worship and in community groups-where open dialogue, empathy and peaceful resolution are actively taught and practiced.
It is time to normalize seeking help, whether through counselling, mediation, or simply speaking with a trusted friend or professional. We must invest in equipping people of all ages with the tools to manage stress, communicate effectively, and respond with compassion rather than aggression.
Peaceful conflict resolution is not only for the young; it is a lifelong skill and a shared responsibility.
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 4, 2025 (PMO) – Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, in his capacity as Chairman of the Regional Security System (RSS) Council of Ministers, delivered a compelling and deeply resonant address at the 2025 RSS Council of Ministers Annual Meeting held today, April 4, in St. Kitts and Nevis. His remarks underscored the urgent need for integrated national and regional strategies to confront modern security challenges, emphasizing that “all the dots must connect” and “our safety is intertwined.”
Speaking to a gathering of regional ministers, security chiefs, and international partners, Prime Minister Drew pointed to the success of St. Kitts and Nevis’ public health approach to crime prevention—a strategy that has already yielded encouraging results, including a significant reduction in homicides. “It is almost six months now, and we have not had one,” he noted, describing it as “the best results we have seen in decades.”
The Prime Minister credited this success to a coordinated and holistic approach involving all arms of society. “If I were to leave one message here this morning,” he said, “it is that all the dots must connect if we are to get a handle on the security situation in the region. It means at home, they must connect, and they must connect to our regional partners and our international partners for us to be successful.”
Framing crime not merely as a legal matter but as a public health crisis, Prime Minister Drew emphasized the need for prevention, education, rehabilitation, and what he termed “community immunity.” He highlighted the Federation’s home-grown 90-Day Citizen Security Campaign as a leading example of this approach. “This was not just another initiative—it was an all-hands-on-deck effort. This model works—not because it is uniquely ours, but because it is rooted in science… because it builds not just fences, but bridges.”
Dr. Drew’s message extended beyond national borders to the wider Caribbean and its international allies. “I will stress again—our shared security is all of our concerns,” he declared. “As we confront evolving threats from cybercrime to youth disenfranchisement, from transnational trafficking to climate-induced insecurity, let us be guided by one unshakable truth: our safety is intertwined. The calm of Castries touches the peace of Kingston. The stability of Bridgetown strengthens the resilience of Basseterre. And the security of Basseterre advances the security of the US Virgin Islands and others.”
He urged a shift in the way regional cooperation is viewed, especially with close international partners, and challenged other leaders of the region to act decisively and together.
“Let us rise—not only as defenders of our states but as doctors for the soul of our region… And let us always remember, as we say here, ‘All a we’ means all of us, and all of us are needed now—and always.”
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 04, 2025 (SKNIS): Individuals with disabilities, seniors, and others facing mobility challenges who participate in programmes by the Department of Youth Empowerment, Ageing and Disabilities will experience enhanced accessibility following the acquisition of a new mobility coaster.
The key to the bus was presented to the Honourable Isalean Phillip, Minister of State responsible for Ageing and Disabilities, during a brief handing-over ceremony on Thursday, April 04, 2025, at TDC Automotive Division, C. A. Paul Southwell Industrial Site. It features several safety and accessibility functions, including an automatic passenger door, a pop-out electric step, four wheelchairs, a wheelchair lift, 10 seats, a public address system, and internal handrails.
Minister of State Phillip welcomed the addition of this new service, noting that it will support and expand the scope of work of the government as it seeks to deepen engagement with those with mobility challenges.
“It is not really our intention as a government department and ministry to compete with private sector services, but alternatively, we seek to improve government capacity to transport our staff with limited mobility, as well as our internal stakeholders, to be able to attend and participate in government-organised activities,” Honourable Phillip stated, adding that it “will ensure that no one is left behind.”
Funding for the coaster bus was provided by the Republic of China (Taiwan). It was donated as a direct response to a request made by Deputy Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, during a visit to Taiwan in May 2024. TDC Automotive Division sourced the vehicle to the specifications provided by the ministry.
Taiwan’s Resident Ambassador, His Excellency Michael Lin, said that his country was pleased to once again partner with Saint Kitts and Nevis.
“This event exemplifies the close bilateral relations between our two countries and also represents the enduring friendship between the people of Saint Kitts and Nevis and Taiwan,” he stated.
Deputy Prime Minister Hanley shared similar sentiments, noting that today’s partnership and other collaborations over the years are testament to what can be achieved through international cooperation.
“It reflects our shared values of equity, respect and compassion and serves as a shining example of what nations can achieve when they work hand-in-hand,” he stated.
TDC Automotive Division is offering a three-year warranty on the vehicle, as well as two free servicing and discounted servicing up to one year.
Amateur Basketball Association (SKNABA) is proud to announce that the national 3×3 basketball team, the SKN Sugar Boyz, will be representing the Federation at the One Guyana 3×3 Quest Tournament on April 5th – 6th , 2025, at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall in Georgetown, Guyana. The team, led by Head Coach and Team Manager Wendell Pemberton, will depart St. Kitts on Friday, April 4th, at 4:20 PM to compete in Pool A of the tournament.
The SKN Sugar Boyz will face top regional opponents, including Carolina, Ball So Hard, BVI Elites, and Untouchables. Team Roster: 1. Nashorn Maynard 2. Tyquan Rogers 3. Leroy Wilkinson 4. Cecil Angel The One Guyana 3×3 Quest is a FIBA-endorsed event that will bring together top-tier 3×3 basketball talent from across the Caribbean and beyond, providing a high-level competitive platform for teams to showcase their skills. SKNABA extends its best wishes to the SKN Sugar Boyz and encourages fans and supporters to rally behind the team as they proudly represent St. Kitts and Nevis on the international stage.
For more updates and live coverage of the tournament, follow SKNABA on social media.
NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (April 03, 2025)- The Premier’s Ministry successfully recently hosted its fifth annual Women’s Self-Empowerment Workshop, marking a new milestone by including young girls, aiming to inspire and mentor the next generation of female leaders.
The Honourable Latoya Jones, Special Advisor to the Premier and workshop organizer, expressed her enthusiasm about the continued growth and impact of the event.
“Over the past four years, we have welcomed 103 amazing participants. Our numbers for 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 were 23, 19, 24, and 37, respectively. This year, we are thrilled to announce that we have 36 participants today, 18 spirited women and 18 determined girls.”
She stated that one of the highlights of the 2025 workshop was the inclusion of girls from local high schools, selected in collaboration with the Ministry of Education. She explained that 18 women from diverse professional fields had been selected to participate that year who were paired with 18 high school girls from Forms 1 to 4. These students were chosen for their alignment with women’s career fields, with a priority given to those facing challenges and in need of encouragement and mentorship.
Career fields represented at the workshop included mechanics, architecture, law enforcement, nursing, entrepreneurship, religion, fashion design, cosmetology, education, agriculture, sports, psychology, performing arts, hospitality, accounting, law, and information technology.
Hon. Jones emphasized that the workshop’s theme aligned with the United Nations’ mission of promoting rights, equality, and empowerment for all women and girls.
“Our mission is clear, to foster active engagement among women and girls, enhance leadership skills, address vital issues affecting women and girls, enable and share the learning experiences, create valuable networking opportunities for future employment, and establish a robust mentorship programme.”
Endorsing the initiative, the Honourable Senator Jahnel Nisbett, Minister of Gender Affairs in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA), praised the inclusion of young girls.
“I do love that this year we have included our young girls in the programme. We want to ensure that you’re prepared for the type of woman that you want to become… We are making an early intervention so that you can ask the questions you need, be inspired by the women who are in the room, and get that mentorship experience,” she stated.
Clinical psychologist Dr. Kerdis Clarke, alongside presenters Stacey Parris and Shanika Jeffers, led engaging sessions focused on mental health, leadership, etiquette, career development, and mentorship.
The event concluded with the presentation of Certificates of Completion to each of the 36 participants by Hon. Latoya Jones, marking the workshop’s continued commitment to empowering women and girls in Nevis.
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts (Wednesday, April 2, 2025) -A significant step in ongoing betterment of labour relations between workers and management was achieved on Monday 31st March 2025, when representatives from the St. Kitts-Nevis Trades and Labour Union (SKNT&LU), Harowe Servo Ltd., and the Ministry of Employment and Labour signed a new three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
The official signing ceremony, held at the Labour Department located at The Circus in Basseterre, saw the participation of several key representative stakeholders, including SKNTLU’s First Vice President Curtis Francis, General Secretary Precious Mills, Union Field Officer and Executive Committee member Sean Kelly as well as the two Union Shop Stewards at Harowe Servo, Yvette David and Jacqueline Francis.
General Manager at Harowe Servo Carol Evelyn signed the document as well as Labour Commissioner Shernel James who signed on behalf of the Ministry of Employment and Labour complemented by putting her official stamp to the document.
Following negotiations held in December 2024 between the Union and company, the drafted document was sent to the Labour Commissioner’s office for review and feedback ahead of the official signing.
Notably, SKNTLU President Bridgewater, who was instrumental in previous negotiations, was overseas during this round of discussions. He was, however, present at the new CBA signing.
SKNTLU’s General Secretary Precious Mills signs a copy of the new three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between Harowe Harowe Servo Ltd. and the Union while Labour Commissioner James looks on during a ceremony held at the Labour Department on Monday 31st March 2025 (Photo Courtesy: Ministry of Employment and Labour)
Harowe Servo’s company’s Human Resource Manager Sonia Edwards (who sat at the negotiations table) also attended.
During the ceremony, Evelyn highlighted the longstanding partnership between API Harowe Servo and the Union.
“The support over the years, the team efforts shown over the years have been working well for our business. Why do I say that? I say that in the context that here we were, minimum wage was moved from $360 to $430-nobody in API Harowe was affected. We were already above that. And when the new minimum wage comes into effect, nobody else will be affected. You have seen all the benefits, which we all have in the contract over the years and so we must all understand that this partnership is necessary in moving businesses forward in St. Kitts.”
“…we sit every three years and negotiate and we agree upon these increases, see where we are. And so we all have to be thankful. And again, I really appreciate on behalf of our company, and send a great sense of appreciation to the union as we continue that partnership. And we look forward to the continuation of this partnership.”
Mills underscored the importance of collaboration in negotiations and the role of shop stewards.
“On behalf of our Union, I’d like to express our deep-felt appreciation for the meeting of the minds that took place during our negotiations. An important part of the process was having the involvement of the shop stewards. As a Union, we understand the importance of a Collective Bargaining Agreement-but it’s equally important that the workers themselves understand its value.
Mills added: “We were able to sit and discuss some of the most pertinent issues-the articles that are directly relevant to the general well-being of the workers. When we sit and negotiate, it is ultimately for the mutual benefit of the company and the workers-looking at areas such as productivity, safety, and overall workplace environment. We are very pleased to be here once again to sign this important document. I also want to express our appreciation to the Labour Commissioner’s office and their team for their support. We received valuable feedback during the process…”
Labour Commissioner James expressed satisfaction with the level of social dialogue involved in finalizing the agreement, stating: “We would have seen bipartite social dialogue taking place in the form of a collective bargaining agreement. Over the years, we have seen the St. Kitts-Nevis Trades and Labour Union and API Harowe being among the leading parties within the world of work, ensuring that decent work prevails. This agreement continues to place emphasis on health and safety, which is becoming increasingly important in today’s workplace environment.”
James also highlighted how previous agreements have progressively improved working conditions, citing past inclusions such as paternity leave and enhanced health and safety provisions.
Labour Officer responsible for union affairs Astric Wyatt-Archibald commended the collective effort involved in the agreement and noted its progressive elements:
“For me, looking at when I had to review this, I was able to pull some pointers from it with a viewing mind that we are now doing our local law review. It was so up to date in some ways, especially one of your last articles, which removed the HIV policy and introduced a broader, more inclusive approach incorporating gender support.”
She further emphasized that well-structured CBAs contribute to better labour relations and reduced workplace disputes.
The signing of this new CBA reflects the continued commitment of all parties to ensuring a fair and productive work environment.
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts (Monday 31st March 2025)– In a plea to the nation, Police Commissioner James Sutton has urged drivers to put an end to reckless speeding on the nation’s roads, stressing that law enforcement officers will continue to uphold traffic regulations but enforcement alone is not enough to prevent these tragedies.
“Each of us has a duty to make responsible choices behind the wheel. There is no point in leaving home or work and driving at literal breakneck speeds to get to your desired destination,” he warned.
His appeal, made on Sunday 30th March 2025 follows a recent devastating traffic accident four days before on Thursday 27th March at White Gate, St. Kitts, which claimed the life of a 15-year-old Kaliquan Woodley Bergan,-the son of a police officer.
“Fellow citizens and residents, it is with deep sadness that I address the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis following yet another traffic loss on our roads. On behalf of the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his grieving family as well as to the families of those who have lost loved ones in road accidents this year. No words can truly ease the pain of such loss, but rest assured that our thoughts and most fervent prayers are with you during this difficult time,” COP Sutton expressed.
He lamented on the increasing number of fatalities, noting that there have already been four fatal accidents in 2025 alone.
“Four fatal accidents since the start of this year is far too many,” he said. “Just a few short months ago, in December 2024, we all bore witness to eight persons dying as a heavy, sobering reminder of the dangers while traversing our roadways.”
In his appeal, COP Sutton emphasized that reckless and negligent driving not only endangers the driver but also passengers and other road users.
Using a local proverb to highlight the unpredictability of road safety, he cautioned, “Though some of us may appear to defy injury and death by repeatedly breaking the traffic laws, do not forget the old saying- ‘Dog luck ain’t cat luck’. What appears to work well for one may not work at all for you. It is therefore always in your best interest to do the right thing because only then do you have the greatest chance of staying alive-faith forbid something should happen-or staying safe altogether.”
COP Sutton called on all drivers to honor the memory of those lost by committing to safer driving practices.
“Let us honor the memory of those we have lost by committing to safer driving practices and working together to prevent further heartbreak. May the families of the victims find strength in their time of sorrow, and may we as a nation strive for safer roads for all,” he concluded.
On Saturday 29th March 2025, the TDC Home and Building Depots, transformed sections of the parking lot into a mini marketplace, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., offering customers, and the public the opportunity to purchase directly from local farmers.
With a wide variety of produce, fresh fruits, vegetables, ornamental plants, and locally made, customers (and the wider public) were given the opportunity to purchase, and sample many of the products on hand, while interacting with the appreciative vendors.
Complementing the outdoor activity was the on-going discount sale on lawn and garden supplies, such as seeds, fertilizer, pesticides, equipment, and inputs not for only bona fide farmers but to people involved in various forms of agriculture.
The Farmers Appreciation Month is a Sales and Promotional Event celebrated annually to show appreciation to the farming community. It also includes field visits by the Sales Associates from the stores’ Lawn and Garden Departments to crop and livestock farmers to discuss practical ways to help increase output, ensure food security and safety, while meeting and serving their husbandry needs.
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 03, 2025 (SKNIS): Citizens of Saint Kitts and Nevis who wish to apply for citizenship for their children through descent are strongly encouraged to do so as soon as possible, as the Constitution sets an age limit for this process.
Attorney General, the Honourable Garth Wilkin, spoke extensively about the subject on the April 02, 2025, edition of the radio and television programme InFocus. It’s a matter that he said has confused many, and he is determined to help get this right.
“Only persons who could have gotten citizenship through their grandparents were persons born before Independence [on September 19, 1983], and they got it at Independence,” he stated. “However, a child under 18 years can get citizenship through their parents if [a] parent is a citizen. Therefore, a grandparent born in Saint Kitts and Nevis before Independence, can pass citizenship to his or her child born outside [of the Federation] after Independence. And that child, who is now the parent of the grandchild, can then apply for the child born outside of St. Kitts and Nevis to be a citizen. However, that parent cannot apply for an adult (someone over 18 years) to be a citizen, and that is the point.”
With this in mind, Honourable Wilkin said persons must act within the time frame that the Constitution outlines.
“I encourage persons, if you are listening to me, wherever you are in the world, if you want your children to be citizens of St. Kitts and Nevis, apply while they are children and don’t lose the opportunity [for them] to become a citizen,” he said, noting that many of them have strong ties to the twin-island Federation and are nationals. “They are people who are proud of their country, and we want them to become citizens.”
Attorney General Wilkin stated that the government may consider a temporary arrangement for individuals who missed the opportunity to obtain citizenship by descent during their childhood.
