The Montserrat Reporter- April 19 2013

Friday, April 19, 2013

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Whatever is born of God conquers the world. And this is the victory that conquers the world, our faith. - 1 John 5:4 (NRSV)

Premier Meade,

The lion fish

Public Servants to get bonus

But based on performance, then goes to Dubai and EU in Brussels to seek investors and financing Another Easter music workshop for children, a success

by Bennette Roach

Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. Reuben T. Meade has on at least two occasions, publicly guaranteed that while civil servants are unlikely to receive a salary increase in the immediate future, there is a good chance they will get a bonus at the end of this financial year.

In the first instance at the beginning of the year, while forecasting economic growth for 2013, even though with uncertainty, he said, “And if the economy in fact makes that turn around I think I can say it now publicly, if we generate any form of surplus in 2013 a portion of that will be given back to

As one reporter puts it the sounds of various musical instruments filled the room at the old Salem primary school on Thursday as children in the Easter Music workshop showcased their new found abilities. Nearly twice last year’s number, 38 children took part in the musical workshop organized by the division of culture

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Margaret Thatcher’s laid to rest...pg 2

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Margaret Thatcher funeral - thousands line streets to witness final journey

The Guardian

By Caroline Davies Excerpts from: http://www. guardian.co.uk/politics/2013/ apr/17/margaret-thatcher-funeral-streets-procession

Lady Thatcher, Britain's first female prime minister, was borne to St Paul's Cathedral for a ceremonial funeral as thousands lined central London's streets to witness her final journey.

Although not officially a state funeral, as accorded to Sir Winston Churchill, the event was conducted with a level of pomp and ceremony not witnessed in London since the death of the Queen Mother in 2002.

Her children, Sir Mark Thatcher and his twin sister Carol, and her American grandchildren, Michael and Amanda, listened as the bishop of London, acknowledging the bitter debate over her legacy, said this was not the time or place for such matters.

In a powerful address, the Right Rev Richard Chartres, a friend of Thatcher, who died last week aged 87 following a stroke, defended her and firmly rejected the assertion that she did not believe in society. She had

overcome hurdles and experienced many rebuffs, and applied herself to work with "formidable energy and passion", he said.

Acknowledging her as a polarising figure, he told the congregation: "After the storm of a life led in the heat of political controversy, there is a great calm.

"The storm of conflicting opinions centres on the Mrs Thatcher who became a symbolic figure – even an 'ism'."

"Today the remains of the real Margaret Hilda Thatcher are here at her funeral service. Lying here, she is one of us, subject to the common destiny of all human beings." He continued: "There is an important place for debating policies and legacy; for assessing the impact of political decisions on the everyday lives of individuals and communities. Parliament held a frank debate last week – but here and today is neither the time nor the place."

Here, at the funeral service, devoid of eulogies at Thatcher's own request, was a place "for the simple truths which transcend political debate. Above all it is a place for hope."

Earlier, the longest-serving

prime minister of the 20th century had left parliament for the last time as a hearse took her body from the crypt chapel of St Mary Undercroft in the Palace of Westminster, where it rested last night, to the RAF church of St Clement Danes in the Strand.

There was gentle clapping as the cortege, with police motorcycle escort, drove slowly through cordoned-off streets. Big Ben fell silent. The cortege made its way went past the gates of Downing Street, her home for the 11 tumultuous years she held power and which she said goodbye to almost a quarter of a century ago, past Trafalgar Square, scene of the bitter poll tax demonstrations, and into the Strand. Union flags and the national flags of the UK were lowered to half mast.

The crowds were deep, and for the most part supportive. But there was booing, too. At Ludgate Circus, where several hundred protesters turned their backs on the coffin.there was a highly charged atmosphere with chanting of "what a waste of money" and "Tory scum", as heated exchanges broke out between demonstrators and Thatcher supporters.

The prime minister, David Cameron, had said the funeral was a "fitting tribute" to a major national figure, and urged the Iron Lady's political opponents to show respect during the event.

A gun salute fired at oneminute intervals from the Tower of London, as a single half-muffled bell at St Paul's tolled.

Thatcher's grandchildren, Michael and Amanda, walked ahead of the coffin as it entered the cathedral, carrying cushions bearing the insignia of the Order of the Garter and Order of Merit, which were laid on the altar.

The national anthem heralded

the arrival of the Queen at St Paul's at 10.45am, her presence elevating Thatcher's ceremonial funeral to that of state funeral in all but name. It was the first time she has attended the funeral of one of her prime ministers since Sir Winston Churchill's state funeral in 1965.

"We recall with great gratitude her leadership of this nation, her courage, her steadfastness, and her resolve to accomplish what she believed to be right for the common good."

The service, planned many years ago in consultation with Thatcher, and with her relatives since, was traditional and simple.

Thatcher chose the hymns He Who Would Valiant Be, the Charles Wesley hymn Love Divine, All Loves Excelling, reflecting the influence of her Methodist upbringing, and the patriotic verse I Vow to Thee My Country.

The organ played Psalm 84, set to the music of Johannes Brahms, which is the same piece Thatcher chose to be played at the funeral of her husband, Sir Denis Thatcher, in 2003. Thatcher's American granddaughter, Amanda, 19, read from the King James Bible, Ephesians 6, 10-18, while

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Friday, April 19, 2013

Public Notice

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Customers are asked to take note and to ensure that they understand the impact of this change in the Tax levied by Government on International Direct dialed calls from Montserrat. This new rate is not an increase in telephone charges from LIME. Customers who are billed on 15 April 2013 will see the old rate of 5% on calls up to 31 March and the new rate for calls made from 01 April 2013.

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the public servants.”

“So that it may not be a salary increase but it could possibly be a bonus at the end of the year,” as he cautioned,“we just want everybody to continue working hard.”

The Premier, who just took a team to Dubai to seek investors with respect to the port development of Carrs Bay and Little Bay, was upbeat then,as he encouraged,“let us put our backs to the wall, it’s our country.We are the ones who must develop this country so that all of us, our children, our grandchildren, visitors, Montserratians overseas, will see that we can do it.”

On another occasion as he made similar pronouncements he had even more cautions and warnings, that not everyone will likely get the bonus on their salaries, but

he had been holding discussions with Montserrat’s budgetary supporters DFID (UK Department for International Development).

He was speaking during the budget debate. “There are still ongoing negotiations with DFID in terms of additional funding,” he told the Legislative Assembly, giving a hint that the budget was an incomplete one.

“We expect to have a Supplementary Appropriation bill later in the year when those funds are agreed and the negotiations are completed,” he said.

He then continued with provisos and conditions.

“But, I want to give the civil servants that assurance, Madam Speaker, that performance bonus is a performance bonus and it is dependent on improved outputs and performance. You can only get performance

bonus if you’re performing,” he warned.

He noted the category of people to whom he was directing his comments, saying, “Habitual late comers, persons who are habitually absent from work without sufficient reason or cause, and general poor performers will be excluded from such bonus payments,” adding that this will be, “prorated on the basis of their performance evaluation.”

In the end, what public servants see as a dampener to his promise, he said it all depended on if the civil service keeps on improving its performance. “And we do not run into deficits caused by poor financial management - and revenues improved, we may be in a position to give a performance bonus at the end of 2013,2014 fiscal period,” he concluded.

Under the Mango Tree

by Cathy Buffonge

A most captivating children’s musical drama performance, ‘Under the Mango Tree’, took place during St Patrick’s Week, conceived by drama teacher Alys Jenkins and music teacher Rebecca Chalmers. The show was the result of a weekly music and drama workshop for around thirty children, held by Alys and Rebecca at the Hilltop family centre.The children themselves were involved in creating the drama, writing the script and the songs, and all of them performed outstandingly.

The show started with two children (Jermahri Meade and Ki-

era Ryan) deciding to go in search of the Mermaid of Chance’s Peak (Rhonnieka Sweeney), and their adventures on the way:meeting up with Orioles, Arawaks, Africans, Erin (the lady with the harp on Montserrat’s flag) among others, and finally the King of Redonda (Rhonil Lewis). Eventually the King tries to swim to Redonda (‘But I can’t swim!’) and comes back to marry the Mermaid so there’s a happy ending.

It was a pleasure to see the beautiful Mermaid costume worn

by Miss Madou at the recent Queen Show again in use, as well as St Augustine School’s African

costumes. Too often Festival costumes are put aside never to be used again, such a waste of all the skill, creativity and effort that went into making them.

There was plenty of humour in the show. The popular song ‘Dig a tunnel’ was adapted as ‘Dig a tunnel from Montserrat to Redonda!’ There was a brief encounter with a stop sign and Public Works digging up the road, with the comment ‘But they dug it up last week!’ The show was held at the old Salem Primary School, and the scenery added greatly to the show, with stage design done cont’d. on page 7

Margaret Thatcher cont’d. from page 2 Cameron gave the second reading, John 14, 1-6.

Inside, politicians past and present, friends and erstwhile political foes joined together.

Three former prime ministers – John Major, Thatcher's Tory successor, and the Labour leaders Tony Blair and Gordon Brown – took their seats beneath the 111-metre dome.

A wide section of society was reflected in the guest list, including the broadcaster Sir Terry Wogan, the Welsh classical singer Katherine Jenkins and the Duchess

of York, former wife of the Queen's second son.

Dignitaries were drawn from 170 countries, including 11 serving prime ministers and 17 serving foreign ministers. Sir Geoffrey Howe, Thatcher's ex-chancellor who many believe played a significant role in her eventual political downfall, was in attendance, as well as the current chancellor, George Osborne, the Tory grandee Ken Clarke, the London mayor, Boris Johnson, the Labour leader, Ed Miliband, and the deputy prime minister, Nick Clegg.

Johnson said outside: "Even

for her fans and supporters like me, I don't think we expected to see quite so many people turn up to show their affection and their respect for Margaret Thatcher. It is a quite astonishing crowd."

The Cabinet Office minister Francis Maude, who has led government preparations for the event, insisted the cost would be "much, much less" than the reported figure of £10m, but no official estimate has yet been released.

After the funeral up to 1,600 family members, friends and dignitaries were attending a reception at the City of London's Guildhall.

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Letters/Opinion

EDITORIAL What is so complex in managing Montserrat’s finances?

It must be indisputable that Montserrat’s economy is one of the smallest there is in the world, but not having access to an economist, since we are unable to pay for one, we can present very little professional argument one way or the other. So here is a call for help, when perhaps we can get the respect the people deserve when they make observations about the standard of the economy or how the country is managed.

With a recurrent budget of just around EC$100 million, equivalent to US$37 million, we wonder what size business this equates to in any one of the developed countries, let’s say the US or the UK, and even the region.

Our Premier seems to take pleasure in drawing comparisons, seldom with our neighbouring islands when he discusses the finances.

Anguilla’s last approved budget in December showed recurrent budget as follows: Recurrent Expenditure – EC$188.12 million, an increase of 4.61 million over the 2012 budget; Recurrent Revenue – EC$ 193.1 million, an increase of 3.9 million over the 2012 figure; and Capital Expenditure – EC$32.6 million.

Montserrat shows Recurrent Expenditure – EC$ 100.50 million, a decrease of 0.82 million over the 2012 budget; Recurrent Revenue – EC$100.50 million, representing a balanced budget with local revenue of EC$ 44.72 million and DFID support of EC$ 55.78; and Capital Expenditure – EC$ 78.53 million.

Anguilla’s population is three times that of Montserrat’s. The population difference is well known and the difference in the budgets tell a story especially where the capital budgets are concerned. Montserrat is building a new country, agreement to that reached since 1996, began in 1998 and confirmed in 2008. Five years later in 2013 Montserrat is looking for the funding to solve its elusive number one economic problem of access to help tourism get moving.

At the Governor’s most recent press conference at which the DFID local rep was present our attempt to understand the DFID review team of Montserrat budgetary requirements, past, present and future, we ran into what was either an attempt to avoid addressing the scathing report on Montserrat’s budgetary management, or a cover up of the real issues.

We sought explanations on DFID’s concern that Montserrat only accesses 30% the technical assistance offered by them and the expectation of competent performance when key posts continue to be unfilled for years now.

Eventually, when we ask the question upon hearing the excuses rather than efforts to solve the problem, as to what preparations are made to have young people trained to take up these positions, we hear that it is Montserrat who does nothing, since funding is provided by DFID. We really have difficulty understanding the complexities of managing a balance budget, but realise that something seems very wrong with the size of the local revenue collected. DFID we note expects that when they provide moneys for wages, salaries, capital expenditures, for infrastructure, housing, etc. those funds should provide returns for government, not just through indirect, but direct tax returns.

We seem not to understand that “Increasing unemployment levels place further pressure on public sector funding in terms of benefits and loss of taxation revenue.” The unemployment levels are also reflected in the retrograde and dishonest way we spend money within Montserrat, whether it is project funds, or just accessing service. This problem does not only exist in Government but with businesses also and to less extent the consumers in general.

There are some issues Montserrat does not have to worry about. The UK government has shown and even promised we do not have to borrow, because they constantly seek to bridge the shortfall between income and expenditure, which otherwise would create a problem with debt as a percentage of GDP. Montserrat the size of the population notwithstanding has the same problems of demanding ever better public services (primarily in health and education) but, at the same time, the benefactors want to see reductions in public expenditure.

What we hear about is now the new thrust in the strategic development plans, memorandum of understandings and matrices. What is agreed is the lack of proper communication of everything that is happening. We expect that by time this newspaper issue is on the streets, we will hear just what the future looks like after a trip to seek investors to get the future moving. Of course none of that will be meaningful, if the current attitude of looking after the handful doesn’t change.

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The Turks and Caicos Islands boast Integrity Declarations and Issuance of Ceertificates of Compliance The Turks and Caicos Islands boast Integrity Declarations and Issuance of Certificates of Compliance While the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) is boasting their compliance with their Integrity Commission Ordinance 2008 as amended, Montserrat another British Overseas Territory still struggles to implement a similar Commission created under its new 2010 Constitution with the UK. Eugene Otuonye, Q.C., Director, TCI Integrity Commissionwho served in Montserrat as its Attorney General writes the following.

1. Section 25 of the Integrity Commission Ordinance 2008 as

amended (the Ordinance) requires all persons in public life, to file with the Integrity Commission (the Commission) declarations of their incomes, assets and liabilities (Sec.25 Declarations) once every two years on or before the 30 June of the year in which filing is required. The declarations for the current filing cycle covered the period April 1, 2010 to March 31, 2012. (2010-2012 cycle) 2. The deadline for the 2010-2012 cycle was 30 June, 2012. The Commission however extended this time mainly for the first time declarants from the statutory and other public bodies who became persons in public life as a result of the expansion of the list of persons

in public life on March 2012.

3. First time declarants outside the 2010-2012 cycle are however required to file their Section 25 Declarations within 90 days of becoming persons in public life. Hon. Members of the House of Assembly (Hon Members) fell into this category, with the exception of those who had previously filed as persons in public life by virtue of their previous public posts. Having been elected and subsequently sworn in during November, 2012, these Hon. Members had until February 2013 to file their Section 25 Declarations.

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“Cooking gas, Hurting 38% increase “ E-mail : Runningfast@yahoo.com Delta is smelling a rat (with the Geothermal push) and now they trying to rape Montserratians whilst they can. Run Montserratians! Run faster to geothermal sufficiency! I hope that will be managed right for all Montserratians.

“There must be a game, but who is playing, the accuser or the accused?“ E-mail :jm@yahoo.com Comment: When you elect jackasses you bound to get shit! Keep on keeping on my people - actions have consequences.

Our Scripture Verse Today Preparing The Way

Whatever is bor n of God conquers the world. And this is the victory that conquers the world, our faith. - 1 John 5:4 (NRSV) I frequently travel by plane, and generally the flights are pleasant. On one occasion, however, the pilot alerted us to buckle our seat belts because we would be passing through an area of turbulence. The flight attendant started to move briskly about the cabin, and I tensed up with fear. I was not prepared for such turbulence, and neither were the rest of the passengers. After what seemed an eternity, though in reality it was only a few minutes, the plane regained stability and I breathed a sigh of relief. As the pilot had said, the

turbulence was localized.

Later, when I recalled this incident, I thought of our earthly life. The Lord does not promise us a life without strife. On the contrary, we will all go through bumpy times. However, when they come we can remember that we are only passing through some turbulence and that God is with us.

Our faith steadies us.

Luis Alberto Jones (Chubut, Argentina) Prayer: O God, sometimes it is difficult to accept care from others.

Help us to accept graciously your love shown through others and to be grateful for opportunities to share it as well. Amen

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Passing the Bar

(The death of Margaret Thatcher and black Britain)

by Edgar Nkosi White

The death of Margaret Thatcher may be the passing of an age but not the end of an attitude.

Thatcherism is a way of viewing the world and a stubborn refusal to negotiate on ConservativeTory principles regardless of harm or sacrifice of country.

What effect did Margret Thatcher’s leadership have on blacks in Britain? Having lived in London throughout that period I know several things with certainty. Firstly her social policies led to a great deal of unrest and anger.

She loved to provoke and exploit the issue of immigration whenever possible and found a great ally in the National Front with their cry of “Take Back Britain.” The result was the Brixton riots of 1981. This was all brought to a boil due to the police tactic of harassment of blacks which was justified by the newly implemented “Sus” Law. Sus, which is short for suspicious person, was being constantly utilizedand gave the police the right to arrest

black people at will.

MargaretThatcher had a perfectenforcer in her Home Secretary, William Whitelaw. The prisons swelled.

It's interesting how similar the technique of the Sus Law in Britain is to the “Stop and Frisk” policy of New York’s finest. The Brixton riots were bloody and sold many newspapers. The constanttheme of Thatcher andher administration was Britain under threat.

This threat justified everything from false arrest to plantingof drugs and weapons on accusedoffenders. In short, entrapment was the order of the day.

In 1985 came the riots in Birmingham and then the Broadwater Farms Housing estate in North London. TheBroadwater estate is like a large project.The atmosphere was claustrophobic and grim.

The police occupied the estate and I remember the feeling ofbeing entombed whenever I entered.The police set up cameras and paddy waggons at each entrance.Along with all this came the constant attack on labour unions, the National Health Service andsocial welfare programs, even cutting milk in schools for children. Everything was justified bythe same rhetoric: help the poor by easing the burden on the rich

and thus create an incentive to private wealth.

Margret Thatcher used a similar argument to explain why she refused to back sanctions againstapartheid South Africa.

She justified doing business with this regime because she saidshe thought it the best way to help the blacks. Her main concern was humanitarian and had nothing to do with filthy lucre.

At the same time she refused to have anything to do with Nelson Mandela and the ANC because again as she said, she would never negotiate with terrorists (at least not until they're free and it makes good business sense).

The greatest success for Thatcher was the Falklands War: Quick and painless, (three days, in fact).That was war the way war should be. It was a source of pride and a great boost to the economy.

Having seen what having the country onwar footing could do in terms ofallowing her carte blanche, she then tried to implement astate of war on the inner cities whereby the police would have to give account to no one but herself. This, however, proved to be a bit more problematic.

This appeal of theBritain under siege attitude has not died withMargret Thatcher. It is still verymuch in evidence and is alive and well and is used whenever necessary to explain unemployment or the economy. It's ironic

Michael Misick rearrested in Brazil

Former Premier of Turks & Caicos, Michael Misick Former Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands Michael Misick was re-arrested by Brazilian Federal Police late in the evening of Saturday, April13, 2013 in Sao Paulo, Brazil on the authority of a Brazilian Supreme Court judgement, according to Governor's spokesman Neil Smith.

Smith said that on Monday 15th April 2013, the Brazilian Justice Minister issued his decision to refuse Michael Misick's appeal against a decision not to grant him political asylum. The decision was published on Tuesday 16 April in the Brazilian Official Gazette Misick was first arrested on 7th December 2012 by Brazilian Federal Police acting on a provisional arrest warrant. Arrest was sought by the TCI Special Investigation and Prosecution Team (set up to investigate issues arising from Sir Robin Auld's 2008-09 Commission of Inquiry).

TCI prosecutors submitted formal extradition papers on Monday 28 January 2013 within the required 60 day time limit from the time of Michael Misick's

arrest. It is hoped that the extradition process can now proceed unhindered.

Smith said in the press release that Misick faces a number of serious charges relating to corruption and maladministration in TCI during his time in office. " It is in the best interests of the TCI that allegations of wrong doing are thoroughly investigated and that Michael Misick returns there as soon as possible to answer these charges. As Michael Misick was born in a British Overseas Territory, he is, therefore, receiving British Consular Assistance; he was last visited

by British consular officials on Monday 15 April in Sao Paulo," Smith added.

that there are even members of the immigrant community that have much respect for her Iron Lady Image and the fact that she supposedly never backed down.

They were particularly impressed that after the assassination attempt by theIrish IRA in Brighton, she refused to not deliver her address and appeared anyway to much applause (even by the IRA themselves).

Many would love to identify with her and her Tory values once they are allowed through the gate.

she didn't invent that either but used it to such good effect that it is frightening to behold. She stirred fear and anger and the result was riot and blood offerings. In truth for most blacks she destroyed far more than she inspired. There are wounds, both physical and psychic, that still haven't begun to be addressed.

And best of all was her technique of blaming the poor for poverty. Having shut the mines, she then accused the miners of idleness which is epic in cruelty.

She set the stage for the looting of British banking and they haven't stopped since.

In Britain when a lawyer dies they say that “He passed the Bar.” Well, Margaret, who started as a lawyer, has certainly passed the bar. The question is to whom.

Edgar Nkosi White is playwright and novelist. He is Writer in Residence at New York City College. His novel, The Rising is published by Marion Boyars and is available on Amazon.

The problem is that gate.

Narrow is the gate.

Margaret Thatcher unleashed a number of demons during her reign as Britain'slongest running Prime Minister in office in the twentieth century. Not that she invented corporate greed, but she presented it with an acceptable face. As Police and Protesters clash during the 1981 for fear of immigration, Brixton riot

Bank of Montserrat Ltd. launches additional Public Offer of shares

The Bank of Montserrat Ltd. on April 8, 2013 announced the launch of an Additional Public Offer (APO) of shares.

The Bank said that an “additional public offer of 4,234,520 ordinary shares will be made available to existing shareholders and members of the public.”

It said in a release that existing shareholders can double their shareholdings in the Bank

at a price of EC$5.00; and EC$6.00 per share for those shares which will become available from the non-subscription of shareholders.

Members of the public (or non-shareholders) who wish to purchase shares as available must do so at a price of EC$7.50 per share.

The minimum block of share is one hundred (100).

The Offer opened on April

9, 2013 and will close at 2:00 p.m. on May 7, 2013, unless extended by BML. Application Forms are available to those persons wishing to exercise their privileges may be obtained from: BML Headquarters, Brades, Montserrat, West Indies; The Bank’s website: www.bankofmontserrat.ms; and First Citizens Investment Services Ltd - Authorized Broker/Agent.

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MSS student Nadia Browne wins ECCU Business Innovation Contest

Nadia Browne is a fifth form student at the Montserrat Secondary School MSScaptured first place with her ‘Fruit ‘N Fit’ idea, a snackette and gym combination, targeting the youth the sub-regional competition, put on

by Eastern Caribbean Currency Union’s ECCU Business Innovation Contest.

Her submission emerged the top amongst a pool of 157 entries from secondary schools and sixth form college students in the ECCU member countries.

A release from the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank ECCB says the Contest challenged the competitors from across the ECCU

to conceive an innovative business idea and submit the concept with a supporting business plan.

It notes, “Nadia’s submission was driven by her concerns about the precarious rise in obesity levels in the region and a drive to help the young people of her community.”

Second place winner KeivorDelpleche of the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College, St Kitts and Nevis was not daunted by a market already awash with bakeries.

She impressed the judges with her home bakery concept called ‘Cravings’ specialising in decorative cupcakes for every occasion and classes designed to help pastry enthusiasts enhance their

baking skills.

The team of NiaSorhaindo and Jawole Joseph of the Convent High School, Commonwealth of Dominica saw a need in their island home and proposed an entertainment centre which they dubbed, ‘The Arts.’

The idea, which captured third place, proposed a centre that would be open to all, particularly the youth and provide an environment where aspiring artists could express themselves through visual and performing arts.

The ECCB release says the team of NiaSorhaindo and Jawole Joseph saw a need in their island home and proposed an entertain-

ment centre which they dubbed, ‘The Arts.’

Their idea proposed a centre that would be open to all, particularly the youth, and provide an environment where aspiring artists could express themselves through visual and performing arts.

Another Montserrat student, Sharese Allen featured in the competition and placed amongst the list of commendable entries selected by the judges.

The ECCU Business Innovation contest awarded EC$10,500 in prizes to the winners.

The contest formed part of the Bank’s discovery exercises to identify areas in which capacity

The book ‘The Devil Yawned’ launched in Montserrat

The book, ‘The Devil Yawned’ launched in Montserrat Adair Arlen’s US novel “The Devil Yawned” is now officially a part of Montserrat public library and the world. The book was as announced officially launched at the Montserrat Public Library in Bradeson Thursday, April 11, 2013 in the presence of ardent book readers, who shared a moment the author who said, “what a wonderful ego trip this has been!”

Sally Simpson of Olveston, Montserrat is the U.S. Montserrat resident, author who writes as ‘Adair Arlen’. The book is her third, a US novel “The Devil Yawned”, in the ‘Paul Gregory’ series added toits collection of mind stimulating material.

The other two books in the series are “The House of Tomorrow “and “To Say Goodbye”.

While welcoming persons to the book launch librarian Sonia smith describes Adair Arlen as an avid writer who has the ability to captivate audience through her story

lines, which holds readers into the world she has created.

“We at the public library truly believe in the promotion of material that will actively stimulate the imaginations of our users and instill in them the desire to read,” the Librarian said.

Smith quoted from Roxanne Turnbull of Hillsdale CollegeMichi-

ganwho said: “The art of reading and the art of writing goes hand in hand, knowledge of what constitutes good writing comes from reading examples from other authors.”

She said as an avid reader Mrs. Simpson herself created a world so believable that her readers can just get lost in it, she Arlen offered this explanation about the book and its name.

“It’s kind of convoluted thinking on my part,” said.“I first named the book and tilted it “Second Chances”. I searchedonline and there are about twenty five other books called Second Chances.

Then everything I

creates that world where persons are able to feel that their actually thee and her diligence in carrying out the required research for her novels make them successful ones.

Arlen treated the audience to four insightful readings from “The

building was needed in terms of entrepreneurship and innovative thinking which are critical to the growth and development of an economy. As a result, the ECCB will use the observations made by the judges of the competition to develop sessions designed to address the gaps found in the students’ submissions.

Devil Yawned”, following which she responded to questions from the audience. Not surprisingly perhaps, the first enquiry concerned the name of the book. Adair named it since then were already flooded on the market with those titles; they have been taken. I thought, what is it about?It is about changes in personality, people who you think are locked into a certain way of behaving and thinking and how they evolve. And, I found a quotation

by Bradford Jerome, that is in the front of the book, he yawned when he saw his favorite people were getting away from him to his chagrin,so then he yawned thinking their boring people after all, not his type.”

She fielded several more questions including those concerning the current book she is writing which titled already, Isabella Regina.

An interesting discussion emerged following the questions, answers, on reading books via electronic means as against the printed book. Librarian Sonia Smith observed, “According to the

stats at the Library, our children are not reading as much.” She said that young teenagers were less interested in reading, especially boys. A member the audience, an expat resident presented herself as a former teacher concurred with the observation. She noted that it was not a new trend as she made that observation years ago among the same age group, but observed it seemed instead of getting better, “it has become worse,” gaining support from the Editor and others.

The launch concluded with Sally signing and giving autographs to those who purchased books and wished her well. Books including the first two, are available at Amazon.com, in electronic form and in print. Also available from Sally by writing to her or at her website. (email: adairarlen@ myway.com; and www.adairarlenbooks.com.

Meanwhile, Sally Simpson, w/a Adair Arlen, moved with haste to thank, she says, “all who helped with my book launch at the Montserrat Public Library on 11 April 2013. These include Rose Willock for having me on her previous Saturday morning’s show and Bennette Roach, who kindly featured my latest book, The Devil Yawned, in the March 22nd edition of The MontserratReporter. I also am indebted to Fr. George Agger for his lovely personalized opening prayer and to Pat Ryan who introduced me in flattering terms. I must be careful not to take all the kind words too

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Easter music workshop in conjunction with the Small Beginnings music programs with funding provided by the Montserrat Tourist Board.

Some of the children had attended previous workshops while others from long before and now form part of the Small Beginnings band assisted in conducting the workshop. Among them Lorrian, Delbert, Ethylene, Clarabell, along with Rebecca Chalmers the MSS music teacher, who supports the music programs throughout the primary schools as well. The children spent two weeks learning to play a variety of musical instruments to include the flute, saxophone, guitar, piano, violin, trumpet and trombone.

Parliamentary Secretary with responsibilities for youth and culture, the Hon. Jermaine Wade speaking at a closing ceremony said he is heartened by the tremendous work that was put in by all concerned, He said that if the development process were to continue by 2016 Montserrat we would then have one of the best bands in the region. “I am delighted that we are now at a stage that when we look at events such as the junior calypso competition we have our very own youngsters who started within the Small Beginnings program.”

Coordinator of culture and local musician, director of the program, Herman ‘Cupid’ Francis giving a brief overview, says he pleased with the accomplishments of the students explaining that the workshop was conducted in such a way to facilitate the students learning more than just playing an instrument.

“There are two things we wanted to accomplish in this workshop,” he said. “First of all learning to read the score, which

I think that most of them can read simple score, the music sheet, and the other thing is each of them had to learn to play an instrument and I think it’s just a beginning…”

He spoke to the parents and

guardians pointing out that they try to teach everybody general basic stuff about music and then go into different groups where, “…we teach them about the instrument, the key of the instrument.” He noted the children learn the importance of practice, teamwork and playing together; and the importance of responsibility, time management and appreciation for others privacy and tolerance, because they can be very disturbing when practicing. “…disturbing when you’re practicing and distracting somebody else; so all that we try to inculcate apart from teaching them the instrument itself,” he said.

Francis said that they started in some workshop or some activity and now they are playing in churches, playing in bans and so on.“I’m very proud of them,” he said, adding expression of thanks and much appreciation to all the assistants Mr. Silas Carty, Rebecca who was away and came back during the last week, as well as earlier students some mentioned above.

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The students gave brief renditions on each the instruments, after which received certificatesof attendance and appreciation.At the end together, they performed the tune, which Cupid said was one of his favourite pieces, Amazing Grace. This, to the applause and call of encore from parents and well-wishers who packed the old school hall.

Some of the children expressed their delight in the workshop.

“It was awesome meeting other instruments all of us played well…

“I played the trombone the trombone have a ...and a bell…

“I learn to play the key-

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Under the Mango Tree cont’d. from page 3

by Peter Filleul and team.

This was a beautiful performance, and also much enjoyed by the children who took part. Looking around the audience the majority were adults, and it would be so nice if more children could see it, although I realize this would be hard to organize. Congratulations to all involved in this innovative and enchanting show.

In addition to Cathy’s long to be published article, (we apologise to her), there public exclamations on how they felt about the exciting production.

“I tip my hat to Rebecca and her team for putting themselves through all of this just to ensure

that the children had a good time it’s absolutely breath taking.”

“I thought it was really good, it’s amazing what they put together in the time that they had …I like the comedy, I thought it was really funny…”

“I think it was really fantastic for the short period of time that the kids had for this production.”

Next week we will give a full report and recapture the production on how it came about and how it was put together.

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Kids time - In your own korner Hello everyone – It is kid’s time with Auntie Lyka “In Your Own Korner”. I hope you have all settled in for the final term of the school year. Did I just say final term. Wow time really can move. You are heading to the end of another year, way to go. So here is what you should be doing for this term. Hard work + Torian Joyce loved mangoes. He grew up on a farm with julie, grafted and bellyful trees- but he loved kidneys the most.

Mango Belly

by Tammi Browne-Bannister

When Torian went to school, he carried mangoes inside his knapsack locked away from longing eyes. His exercise books were kept inside his uniform shirt and were always soaked from sweat but he wasn’t bothered by it as much as his teacher was.

“Are you feeling sick?” Mr. Joyce studied his son’s face.

“No, I’m just not hungry. May I be excused, please? I have plenty homework.”

“Yes, you may,” Mr. Joyce said as Torian sprinted up the stairs.

Classmates begged Torian all the time but he folded his arms and said, “Money talks – beggars walk.”

“I’ll give you my lunch money for some mangoes,” said Nigel.

“How much do you get?” Torian unzipped his bag.

“I get fifty cents a day,” the boy’s voice trembled.

Torian zipped up his bag and sat down on top his desk.

“You can’t buy anything with that.”

Torian tied some sheets together, knotting one end to his bed. He threw the other end down his window towards the veranda, where the bath was. He slid down, being careful not to make a sound.

“OUCHOU!” Torian squirmed from the searing pain when he realised he had struck his ankle on the rainspout.

Nigel hurried away, not wanting to see or hear anyone laugh.

“What’s that, a monkey?” Mrs. Joyce asked her husband.

The wooden floors shook. Patrice, a heavyset girl, fastened her eyes on Torian’s knapsack as she walked over.

“I don’t remember monkeys sounding like that.” Mr. Joyce held on to the arms of his chair. “Look over there.” He pointed to a wriggling shadow at the corner of the veranda.

“What, do you want?” Torian clutched his bag to his chest.

Mr. and Mrs. Joyce stood, arms folded, watching their son swing down.

“I’ll give you two long kisses for all the mangoes in your pouch.”

Patrice’s mouth dropped before she thundered off to sulk.

***

Other boys and girls offered glow-in-the-dark pencils, explosive gumballs, talking comic books and unbreakable glass marbles, but Torian refused to trade.

“Alright, tell you what,” he said after a while, “give me your allowances for the rest of the month and I’ll give you a mango.”

“But that’s unfair,” his classmates argued.

“Jeeze and peeze!” Torian cried out in surprise.

“You’re one to stutter, humbugging me with a couple of coppers.”

Nigel scurried away.

Patrice wobbled back over. “You’re nothing but a selfish mango hog. Do you really expect us to buy your scrape-up mangoes?”

“Scrape-up, bang-up, any how – if you want them so badly, you must pay - otherwise hold-your-road.”

“We hope you choke on them,” Patrice clenched her fists. “My granny says too much mangoes give sour stomach and colic. Just wait.”

“She was talking to your chunky self, not me.” Torian swung his legs backward and forward, hoping that she wouldn’t come any closer.

“Beggars can’t be choosers.”

“Keep your bird-pick mangoes, then,” Nigel’s voice shook.

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it.”

“My chunky self will flatten your bony frame, so watch

“I will, watch you, watch me chew and swallow, that’s what.”

“Sour stomach and colic,” Patrice repeated, but saying that only made Torian more spiteful.

He ate each and every kidney, tantalizing his classmates with every suck, pick, slurp and lick. Their mouths watered and their eyes followed the golden juices that gushed down his hands.

***

Torian ran home after school, dumped his books on the floor, and changed into his yard clothes. He charged into the orchard to help Mrs. Joyce, his mother, pick mangoes. Mrs. Joyce kept mangoes in a washtub that stayed on the veranda most times. She shared them with neighbours. Even though those mangoes had bird picks, lizard bites and black soft spots, no one minded because they were humungous, juicy and free. Mr. Joyce, Torian’s father, always said, “Mangoes with bites on them are the sweetest ones.”

At dinnertime Torian pushed his food around on his

See you next week right here

In Your Own Korner.

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“You better eat if you know what’s good for you,” Mr. Joyce said.

“But I’m not hungry.”

On mornings, Torian was found dragging his schoolbag along the roadside, refusing help from anyone who offered because he thought he would have to share.

Torian’s blood crawled. He had never been kissed by a girl before and dreaded the thought. He wasn’t sure whether or not Patrice was worth as much as the hide of a kidney.

Besides, she had a nasty temper.

“Let me give you a tip.” Torian gestured for her to come closer. “You’ll kiss these lips only if you’re Ri Ri or Michelle, The First Lady.”

plate, packing it down with his fork so it would look less than what he was given.

He jolted backwards, lost his grip on the sheet and smarted his funny bone on the edge of the railing.

“Boy! We thought you were upstairs doing homework,” Mr. Joyce roared.

A shiver ran down Torian’s spine. He bowed his head, watching the full tub of mangoes behind his parent’s back.

“If you’re not careful, you’ll wind up with an acid stomach and skin boils. And mango sores aren’t pretty.” Mrs. Joyce stared him down.

“Go to sleep, you greedy mango belly self.”

Torian stumbled off from the whack his father gave his buttocks.

“Wake up, lazy bones.”

***

Torian rolled over, rubbed his eyes and yawned.

“Good morning, mummy.”

“We’re leaving now for deliveries. Your oatmeal is on the table, cooling. Prepare for school. Feed the dog or he’ll bark all day and disturb the neighbours. Lock up good and check everything twice before you leave. Bolt the gate too.

Don’t forget. Go up carefully, along the side of the road.

Your father and I will see you later.”

“Yes mum,” Torian said.

He jumped out of bed the minute he heard the front door closed. He watched his parents until they drove out of the yard. And he grinned with excitement.

One breath later, Torian left the dog wagging his tail from side to side with its head inside his mother’s good bowl of oats.

To be continued....

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What really saves gas? And how much?

by Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor With gas prices so high, the media is awash with lists of gassaving tips. Well how's this for a tip? If you listen to us, you can see hybrid-type savings without having to buy a new car.

By changing your driving habits you can improve fuel economy up to 37 percent right away (depending on how you drive). Combine several tips and perform routine maintenance and you will save real dollars, not just pennies.

A miracle? All we did was take several of the most common tips out there and put them to the test over a remote 55-mile route in the high desert of California. Some of them worked like a charm. Some of them didn't work at all. We'll give you the breakdown.

These tests were done under real-world conditions — not in a government lab somewhere. Our results can be matched by anyone — even you.

The wonderful part about what we found is that improving your car's

mileage is just a matter of changing your habits. Stack a few of these winners together and we'll bet that you'll see a substantial savings at the pump — without the need for a new car.

Test #1 Aggressive Driving vs.

Moderate Driving Result: Major savings potential The Cold Hard Facts: Up to 37 percent savings, average savings of 31 percent Recommendation: Stop driving like a maniac.

Aggressive vs. Moderate Driving: read the entire test Test #2 Lower Speeds Saves Gas Result: Substantial savings on a long trip Cold Hard Facts: Up to 14 percent savings, average savings of 12 percent Recommendation: Drive the speed limit.

Lower Speeds Saves Gas: Read the entire test Test #3 Use Cruise Control Result: Surprisingly effective way to save gas

Music workshop cont’d. from page 7 board, it was amazing, and I would like to come back next year…

“It was exciting because I was learning some basic rules on the piano but then I learnt more about the piano, I could play more cords, I know most of the notes and so on, the sharps, the flats…

“I played the trumpet it was fun learning how to play instruments and seeing the different kind of instruments.

A repeat student who was noted for her recent sporting feats at the age of 12, “The experience

Cold Hard Facts: Up to 14percent savings, average savings of 7 percent Recommendation: If you've got it, use it.

Cruise Control: Read the entire test Test #4 A/C On, Windows Up vs. A/C Off, Windows Down Result: Nice in theory; not true in practice Cold Hard Facts: No measurable difference (unless you open the sunroof, too!)

Recommendation: Please, make yourself comfortable.

Air Conditioner: Read the entire test Test #5 Check Your Tire Pressure Result: Important for safety and to reduce tire wear Cold Hard Facts: No measurable effect on the vehicles we tested Recommendation: Check your tire pressure often but don't expect a big savings.

Tire pressure: Read the entire test Test #6 Avoid Excessive Idling Result: More important than we assumed Cold Hard Facts: Avoiding excessive idling can save up to 19 percent Recommendation: Stopping longer than a minute? Shut 'er down.

Excessive idling: Read the entire test The Tests Our results are based on two separate fuel testing sessions. On each occasion we took two cars from the Edmunds.com long-term fleet

was very good, I enjoyed the workshop because I was playing a new instrument.The first time I was playing clarinet and now I’m playing the trumpet.”

“It was really enjoyable playing the flute and teaching others how to play it.

“I learned flute but now I’m playing the violin, when you’re playing the violin you have to use the bow to cross the strings, you have to use your finders also to cont’d. from page 6 press on the strings… seriously — what a wonderful ego “It was amazing, it was trip this has been! fantastic and fun, and I enjoyed “Without the diligent help it very well.” of the ladies of the library – Miss

and drove on a 56-mile test loop. Our route circled Owens Lake near Lone Pine, California, at the foot of Mount Whitney, the tallest mountain in the lower 48 states. We chose the route because it was so deserted we could vary our speed and driving style without interfering with the flow of traffic.

The only other cars we saw on the route were a caravan of test vehicles from Mercedes-Benz. We drove the loops back-to-back to ensure that we were comparing similar wind and temperatures. We logged our results and later put them on a spreadsheet where the results were averaged.

Test #1: Aggressive vs. Moderate Driving This is gonna hurt. Our tests showed that the most significant way to save gas is: you. And we're talking massive fuel economy gains.

Think you need a hybrid? Chances are you've got hybrid-style mileage in your gas pedal foot. Don't mash the gas when you start up. Take the long view of the road and brake easy. This tip alone can save you unbelievable amounts of gas. If you slowed your 0-to-60-mph acceleration time down from your current 10 seconds to a more normal city pace of 15 seconds, you'll feel the savings immediately.

Method: We conducted this test four times. The first time we did the full 55-mile loop once by accelerating aggressively 15 times at 3/4-throttle from zero to a cruising speed of 75 mph. We also applied the brakes hard to come to a full stop. Then, we drove the second loop by accelerating moderately 15 times at 1/4-throttle to a cruising speed of 70 mph. We braked lightly to a full stop. In the

Book launch

Sonja Smith, Mrs. Olivia Daley, Miss Dawn Ryan and Miss ShemoyahCabey– this occasion could not have taken place. Their careful attention to detail and creative

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second set of tests we drove 25 miles making 25 rapid accelerations to 65 mph at 3/4-throttle. After 1 minute of cruising we braked hard and repeated the cycle up to 65 mph. We then drove the same distance making 25 moderation accelerations to 60 mph at 1/4-throttle. After 1 minute of cruising we applied the brakes easily and came to a full stop.

Test #2 Lower Speeds Saves Gas Remember a thing called the speed limit? On most highways it is either 65 or 70 mph. How fast are the cars and trucks around you going?

From 75 mph to 90 mph. These people are wasting a lot of gas for the chance to get there a little earlier. Factor in safety concerns and a speeding ticket once or twice a year and going fast is a costly proposition.

Method: This test was simple.

For 50 miles we drove with the cruise control set at 65 mph. Then, for another 50-mile stretch we drove with cruise set at 75 mph. We repeated this test going in the opposite direction. It is amazing how obvious the difference in gas mileage was. Just think what would have happened if we had slowed down to 60 mph. The only problem is with impatient drivers behind you. One driver became so irate that he tried to run our editor off the road. Still, if you are pinched by gas prices. Leave a little early and drive the speed limit (in the slow lane).

Test #3 Use Cruise Control Using cruise control is a bit of gas-saving advice frequently on tips lists. We have always agreed with this tip in theory but we hadn't expected such significant results.

First, it smoothes out the driver's ac-

celerator input by preventing nervous "surging." Second, it makes the driver take the long view of the road rather than reacting to every change in the traffic around them.

Method: We did this test twice with four different cars each time driving the 55-mile loop. The first time we set cruise control to 70 mph. The second time, with the cruise control off, we varied our speed between 65 mph and 75 mph. We tried to mimic the driving style of a person who is in moderate freeway traffic.

One thing that's important to note: if you are in a mountainous area you should turn off cruise. It will try to keep you up to the speed you've set and will use a lot of extra gas downshifting to lower gears to accomplish this.

Test #4 A/C On, Windows Up vs. A/C Off, Windows Down This has got to take you back to the days with the family on vacation.

Dad says, "Turn the A/C off! It wastes gas!" And Mom says, "We can't roll the windows down or everyone on the highway will think we can't afford A/C." And you're in the back roasting, hoping someone will win the argument so you can cool off.

Well, family psychology aside, if dads are still saying this, they aren't necessarily right. While the A/C compressor does pull power from the engine wasting some gas, the effect appears to be fairly minimal in modern cars. And putting the windows down tends to increase drag on most cars, canceling out any measurable gain from turning the A/C off. But this one depends on the model you're driving. When we opened the sunroof

abilities, combined to avoid the event’s sinking into potential disarray. I especially appreciate Miss Smith’s proactive thinking and positive attitude, which made this book launch possible. ´Thanks also to Richard Aspin for his skilled technical assistance and to ZJB for their

expert broadcast and television coverage.’

“And to my friends who made the effort to attend the event, I can only repeat that I’m most grateful for your kindness and support and I thank you sincerely for being there for me.”

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TCI Certificate of Compliance cont’d. from page 4 Commission, Statements of their Registrable interests in accordance with Section 36B of the Ordinance and Section 103 of the Constitution.

5. The Commission can now confirm that: (i) As at March 31, 2013, a total of 308 persons in public life (including Hon. Members) were expected to file their Section 25 Declarations with the Commission. (ii) Out of this number, 295 persons (including Hon. Members) or about 96% filed their declarations with the Commission. 13 persons (or 4%) are yet to file.

(iii) All the Hon. Members of the House (including the Ministers) have, in addition, filed their Statements of Registrable Interests with the Commission.

The rest is only headings under which the QC continues to write on Examination of Declarations and Issuance of Certificates – where he confirms that in accordance with Section 13 of the Integrity Commission Ordinance, the Commission began to examine these declarations shortly after the initial deadline of June 30, 2012. Following the first-phase examinations of these declarations, the Commission can further confirm that:

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Digicel will sponsor inaugural Caribbean Premier League

By Indo-Asian News Service

Telecommunications major Digicel will sponsor the inaugural Caribbean Premier League (CPL) to be played in July-August.

The CPL in a statement stated that the sponsorship will be a multi-year deal of a significant investment from Digicel, reports CMC. "We are thrilled to have Digicel as our partner in this venture," said CPL founder Ajmal Khan of Verus International.

"Its wealth of experience in the region and in West Indies cricket will be an invaluable asset to the CPL, ensuring its initial and long-term success," Khan said.

Four overseas players and

One of the four overseas players to have signed up for the inaugural season of Caribbean Premier League is former Australian captain Ricky Ponting © IANS

six leading regional cricketers have already signed up for the CPL which will be played at venues across the region.

They include former Australian captain Ricky Ponting and former New Zealand skipper Ross Taylor as well as

regional stars Darren Sammy, Dwayne Bravo, Chris Gayle, Sunil Narine, Kieron Pollard and Marlon Samuels.

"The CPL is a perfect fit for Digicel. We're huge fans of West Indies cricket and this is a great opportunity for us to invest not only in what will be an amazing event, but also in the young cricketers who will benefit from around the region," said Digicel Group Marketing Director Kieran Foley.

"Having seen all the plans for the inaugural tournament, we know the CPL will be a spectacle like nothing else seen in the region and we are looking forward to being front and centre..."

Digicel has been the main sponsor of West Indies Cricket since 2004.

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUSTICE PROBATE DIVISION in the Estate of PETER WILLIAM MOLYNEAUX, deceased NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of fourteen (14) days from the date of this notice, an application will be made in the Registry of the High Court of Justice for an Order that Probate of the Will in the Estate of PETER WILLIAM MOLYNEAUX late of Davy Hill Montserrat, who died at the Glendon Hospital, St.Johns, Montserrat, be granted to WILLIAM KEITH THOMAS of Olveston Montserrat the Executor named in the Will of the deceased.

ALL persons claiming to be beneficially interested in the estate are requested forthwith to send written particulars thereof to me the undersigned within 14 days from the date of this Notice.

FURTHER any person objecting to the issuance of a grant to the Applicant should notify the Registrar of the High Court of Justice not later than (14) days from the date of this Notice.

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A minimum of three (3) years experience in the administrative field; A flexible and proactive approach to work; The ability to cope well with ambiguity and adapt to a fast paced dynamic environment; Strong problem solving and analytical thinking skills; A high level of motivation and the ability to work independently; Leadership qualities and excellent interpersonal skills; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Strong administrative and organisational skills; The ability to effectively function as part of a team.

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Processing/inputting daily clearings transactions.

Preparing correspondence, organising and maintaining the files and records for the office.

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Co-ordinating office functions with other departments in ECCB. Preparing Bank Returns, Monthly Control Reports and Other Reports.

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Any other related duties which may be assigned.

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Explosions and deaths at Boston Marathon finish line

Two explosions ripped through the finish line of the Boston Marathon on April 15, 2013. The euphoria of crossing the finish line turned into bloody chaos as two blasts rocked the end of the 26.2-mile trek. A third incident, a fire at JFK Library, was also reported, though was later considered to be unconnected to the earlier bombings. The blasts have left and three dead. In the chaotic aftermath of the explosions, passersby rushed to the rescue of the injured.

Three people were killed and more than 175 injured as two powerful explosions detonated in quick succession near the Boston Marathon finish line in Boston’s Back Bay section, transforming a scene of athletic celebration into bloody chaos.

When the smoke cleared

from the apparent terrorist attack, dozens of victims lay in the street, some unconscious, some grievously injured, including some whose limbs had been torn off by the blast.

The dead included an 8-year-old boy, according to two law enforcement sources briefed on the investigation.

Boston Children’s Hospital reported that those treated there included a 9-year-old girl, a 7-year-old boy, a 12-year-old, and a 2-year-old.

President Barack Obama vowed that whoever planted the explosives would be found and brought to justice.

“We still do not know who did this or why. And people shouldn’t jump to conclusions before we have all the facts,” he told reporters at the White House shortly after 6 p.m. “But make no mistake, we will get to the bottom of this ... Any responsible individuals, any responsible groups will feel the full weight of justice.”

Meanwhile, Montserratians in Boston are grappling with the aftermath of the bomb attacks on the Boston patri-

ots day marathon on Monday, inMassachusetts.The home of thousands of Montserratians who migrated to that state as early as in the mid 1950’s, and before., Montserratians living in the Boston Massachusetts area immediately called to give updates to their families and friends here on their well being and that of their family members and other.

However, among the injured is Montserratian Philistine Daley the daughter of Cathleen Daley Herbert, although Philistine Daley was not badly injured she had to receive treatment for a ruptured eardrum and minor cuts and bruises, she was scheduled to be released from hospital Wednesday.

The Montserratians all confirmed that the attack sent shock waves throughout Boston and elsewhere around the world, some also reporting howit was amazing and heartwarming to witness the outpouring of support from Montserratians at home in different parts of the US and elsewhere around the world.

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What saves gas? cont’d. from page 9 in our SUV, the mileage did decrease even with the A/C off. Still, in our experience, it's not worth the argument because you won't save a lot of gas either way. So just do what's comfortable.

Method: We drove the full 55 mile-loop in two cars at equal speeds both times — 65 mph. The first loop we drove with the A/C on and the windows up. The second loop we drove with the A/C off and windows down. In the second test we drove 20mile loops. This was far enough to see our gas mileage level off and remain steady on the computer trip meter.

Test #5: Check Your Tire Pressure No matter how many times drivers hear about the importance of tire pressure, most of them don't do anything about it. They probably don't like squatting beside their car in a busy gas station with fumes swirling around them. But is it important? The answer is yes, for a number of reasons. Properly inflated tires are less likely to fail at high speeds. They wear

more evenly and, yes, they deliver better gas mileage. How much? In this test we saw a modest difference in two of the cars. It might have been more dramatic with different tires on different cars. Experts swear by it; we couldn't really document it. And we wound up wondering if tire technology, like the design in other areas of the car, had improved.

Eventually, we concluded that each set of tires is different and every vehicle is different. We recommend that you do your own tests to see what inflation setting gives you the best fuel economy.

Method: We drove the 55-mile test loop four times at 60 mph — twice with tires at or above proper inflation. Once, we did the test with the tires 5 psi below the pressure recommended by the manufacturer.

Since this produced very little difference we enlarged the gap and under inflated the tires by 8 psi. We felt that it was important to make sure the tires were inflated to the recommended level or above.

Test #6 Avoid Excessive Idling

If you turn off a light bulb as you leave the room you'll save electricity.

If you turn off your car you will save gas. Obviously.But related questions are more difficult to answer. If you're only stopping for only a minute, is it better to shut off the engine or keep it idling? Should I shut off the engine in traffic? How much gas will this save?

What rule of thumb do I use when trying to save gas this way?

Method: We took two cars and drove a 10-mile route stopping 10 times for two minutes. We shut down the car each time. Then we drove the same route at the same speed and let the car idle for two minutes.

Conclusions The good news is that you can drastically improve your gas mileage.

The caveat is that you have to change your driving habits. If you are willing to change, you'll find many related benefits too: no speeding tickets, greater safety, reduced stress and lower repair bills for tires and brake pads. In the long run this will save you money. And who knows? You might like the new you.