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Mental Health Spotlight: How is Work, and Life?

In today’s fast-paced world, many of us face challenges that weigh heavily on our mental well-being. Whether it is personal difficulties or professional stress, mental health experts continually emphasize the importance of seeking help when needed, as it can be a transformative resource.

Upcoming Endoscopic Surgeons Conference In November To Build Capacity In The Medical Fraternity In St. Kitts and Nevis

Members of the medical fraternity in St. Kitts and Nevis will soon be exposed to the latest trends, patient-care strategies and technological breakthroughs in the field of endoscopy, when the twin-island Federation hosts the Caribbean Society of Endoscopic Surgeons’ Twelfth Annual Scientific Conference from November 14 – 16, 2024.
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National Parliament unanimously supports Geothermal Development on Nevis

Premier of Nevis the Honourable Mark Brantley has hailed the passing of a Resolution on developing geothermal energy on Nevis in the National Assembly of St. Kitts and Nevis, as an historic national development.

MINISTER DUGGINS EMBRACES THE CHALLENGE OF LEADING THE BUILDOUT OF THE MEDICINAL CANNABIS INDUSTRY IN ST. KITTS AND NEVIS

With the passage of the amendments to the Cannabis Act in the National Assembly on Monday, November 20, the responsibility for the buildout of a thriving medicinal cannabis industry now lies with the Minister of Agriculture, the Honourable Samal Duggins.

NATIONAL ASSEMBLY ADOPTS RESOLUTION ON VAT REDUCTION THAT WILL STIMULATE THE ECONOMY AND BOOST HOMEOWNERSHIP IN ST. KITTS AND NEVIS

In addition to passing four instrumental pieces of legislation on Monday, November 20, 2023, the National Assembly of St. Christopher and Nevis also adopted a resolution giving approval to the Government’s special Value Added Tax (VAT) reduction measures.

PARLIAMENT PASSES BILL TO CURB LEAKS OF SENSITIVE GOVERNMENT INFORMATION

 In a landmark session on Monday, November 20, 2023, the Honourable Garth Wilkin, Attorney-General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, successfully led the debate on the Unauthorized Disclosure of Official Information Bill, 2023. The Bill, which focuses on preventing leaks of sensitive government information, was passed following extensive discussion in Parliament.

WHISTLEBLOWERS PROTECTION BILL, 2023, SUCCESSFULLY PASSED INTO LAW 

The Whistleblowers Protection Bill, 2023, aimed at safeguarding individuals who report illicit activities within the public service, was successfully passed into law at the Sitting of Parliament on Monday, November 20, 2023, marking a significant stride in the government's commitment to good governance, transparency, and accountability.

MINISTER OF STATE PHILLIP CONDEMNS VIOLENCE AGAINST SENIORS AND OTHER VULNERABLE PERSONS

St. Kitts and Nevis’ Minister of State responsible for Gender Affairs, the Honourable Isalean Phillip, used the national platform offered by the Federal Parliament to reiterate a strong condemnation against all forms of violence, particularly against society’s most vulnerable.

NATIONAL ASSEMBLY PASSES CRUCIAL AMENDMENTS TO GUIDE DEVELOPMENT OF MEDICINAL CANNABIS AUTHORITY

Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew moved two key legislative amendments in the National Assembly today, (November 20, 2023), that are critical to the buildout of a robust medicinal cannabis industry in the Federation. 

DR. CLARKE UPDATES GENERAL PUBLIC ON HER MINISTRIES’ INITIATIVES AND CELEBRATIONS 

The Honourable Dr. Joyelle Clarke, Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action, and Constituency Empowerment, during the November 20 Sitting of Parliament, provided a comprehensive update on her Ministries’ recent activities and achievements in promoting sustainable development across St. Kitts and Nevis.

FEDERAL PARLIAMENT PASSES KEY LEGISLATION TO FORTIFY ST. KITTS AND NEVIS’ GOOD GOVERNANCE AGENDA 

In a significant move to bolster its transformative good governance agenda, the Federal Parliament of St. Kitts and Nevis successfully passed two crucial pieces of legislation: the Whistleblowers Protection Bill, 2023, and the Unauthorized Disclosure of Official Information Bill, 2023.

FOUR BILLS TO RECEIVE SECOND READING IN THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20

 The Order Paper has been issued for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Monday, 20th November, 2023, at 10:00 am. Notice has been given.  

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Mental Health Spotlight: How is Work, and Life?

In today’s fast-paced world, many of us face challenges that weigh heavily on our mental well-being. Whether it is personal difficulties or professional stress, mental health experts continually emphasize the importance of seeking help when needed, as it can be a transformative resource.

Upcoming Endoscopic Surgeons Conference In November To Build Capacity In The Medical Fraternity In St. Kitts and Nevis

Members of the medical fraternity in St. Kitts and Nevis will soon be exposed to the latest trends, patient-care strategies and technological breakthroughs in the field of endoscopy, when the twin-island Federation hosts the Caribbean Society of Endoscopic Surgeons’ Twelfth Annual Scientific Conference from November 14 – 16, 2024.

TDC Home and Building Depots: Continued Commitment to Breast Cancer Awareness

As the Federation observes Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, the TDC Home and Building Depots are playing their part to raise the level of consciousness about the disease that affects women and men.

SKN MoE Participates In Transforming Education And Policy Dialogue Symposium 

The Ministry of Education of St. Kitts and Nevis took part in the Transforming Education and Policy Dialogue Symposium held from October 2-4, 2024, at the Ritz Carlton in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands.