Here Are Some Of The Top Headlines Making Caribbean News This Week:

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Thomas, between June 22, 2007, and December 21, 2008.

Dominica

The Dominica government has tabled several pieces of legislation that it said will correct a “historical and generational wrong” as it pertains to children born out of wedlock.

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit told legislators that he believes “the series of laws therefore will offer protection for spouses in divorce, parents and grandparent unable to care for themselves, children who are abused and neglected and victims of domestic violence.” He said the legislation provides guidance on the provision of care and security for children “so that they are assured more hopeful futures.

Bvi

The Progressive Virgin Islands Movement, (PVIM) says while it is prepared to participate in the negotiations for a new government in the British Overseas Territory of the British Virgin Islands following the April 24th inconclusive general election,” we will keep our commitment to integrity, accountability and transparency.”

The island appears heading towards a coalition government after none of the parties that

Ycontested the general election won a clear majority to take control of the 13-member parliament, according to preliminary figures released here.

The ruling Virgin Islands Party (VIP) which had won eight seats in the last general election, secured six seats this time around, while the PVIM and the National Democratic Party (NDP) each won three seats. The other seat was won by the Progressives United (PU). There were 10 independent candidates.

- Compiled from CMC and the Jamaica Observer.