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tion was put forward Premier the Hon. Reuben T. Meade sur- and I’m gonna use the vived his second motion of no confidence ‘F’ word; its frivolous against him, calling it frivolous and vexatious, and vexatious…” not surprisingly with a vote of no 7-2. During his Premier ensures everyone votes and prevents forced abstentions Before the vote, the Premier astutely preceded it with a successful request for a recess, requesting a count. This vote was not as nervous for him as it was back in 1992 when he survived with a 4-2 in his favour with one abstention coming from the opposition. That abstention was by Noel ‘Dada’ Tuitt, now deceased, who propped him up when the going got tougher in 1994 after his deputy resigned from his government. Premier R T Meade Premier’s second No confidence motion against him The motion in 1992 submission in defence, the Premier after said was tabled by Mrs. he would have voted in favour of the motion, Ruby Wade-Bramble but said he would describe the Motion using, who in addressing “the ‘F’-word. “I may have had no choice other than to support it but madam speaker the mo- cont’d. on page 7
Opposition Leader Donaldson Romeo
Still no leads in the suspicious death of More Headlines... Ezra David Youth escapes accident with minor injuries...pg 2
What is the “F” word?...pg 4 What is the “F” word?...pg 4
Early Childhood Practitioners’ Awards 2012...pg 8 & 9 Kids’ Korner...pg 12 Backyard gardening...pg 14 Accuweather & Weekly Horoscopes...pg 15
by Tomeika Jeffrey
Police are still unable to make an official ruling on the suspicious death of George Allen junior, affectionately known as ‘Ezra David’. Ezra passed away at the Seventh Day Adven-
tist Hospital in Trinidad Davy Hill resident was where he clung to life found badly beaten with for three months after a gunshot wound to the he was discovered rav- head, semi-conscious, aged, on the brink of close to the N&B Service death in a ghaut, at the Station at Carr’s Bay on bottom of Brades above March 18, 2012. the Carrs Bay area. cont’d on page 6 The 33-year-old
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Seven-year old escapes car accident with minor injuries A seven-year-old male sustained Minor injuries on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 in St.Peter’s area resulting from a traffic accident. Officers from the Royal Montserrat Police Service (RMPS) and the Fire and Rescue Services responded to a traffic accident in the St.Peter’s area on
Wednesday about 08:25 am. According to Inspector Courtney Rodney of the RMPS, both sevenyear-old male and motorist were taken to the casualty department. Subsequently, they were admitted to the Glendon Hospital. Investigations revealed that the male
child sustained a minor wound to his left leg and bruises to his left elbow, while the motorist was suffering from posttraumatic shock. the motorist was discharged the same day, while they boy spent the rest of the week at the hospital in a stable condition, returning home at the beginning of this week.
The Big 50 prompts early December Ferry schedule release Preparation to mark the milestone of Montserrat’s 50th Year-end Festival celebration prompts the early release of the December ferry schedule for the Antigua-Montserrat route. The calendar shows the ferry schedule from December 10, 2012January 12, 2013. This move is expected to encourage early preparation of individuals desirous of visiting for the big 50, Access Coordinator in the Department of Communication and
Works Mr. Oral Martin proposes. The early release is anticipated to ease the hassle and uncertainties of travel to Montserrat for visitors making flight reservations for the 50th celebration. The number of operational days is also expected to increase from the four (4) to six (6) day schedule, Monday to Saturday. December 1, 2010 Montserrat took the initiative to expand the number of weekday operations
during the festival season. The move was to accommodate the influx of visitor arrivals due to expressed dissatisfaction and the inability of visitors to gain timely access to the island in December. The ferry currently operates a three (3) day schedule, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between the two islands for the fares of EC$150 one-way-trip, EC$300 for an adult return trip and children under 12 pay EC$150.
Ferry freight rate controversy Local merchants are seeking a new revised ferry freight rate that is economical and comparatively competitive with rates of other cargo vessels. Both Government and private business owners have agreed last week to meet by mid-July, in hopes of settling the long brewing controversy, with an outcome favourable to both parties. The discussion was prompted by a letter published in The Montserrat Reporter
early February (see February 3rd issue), where private business entrepreneur Mr. Kenny Cassell expressed outrage at the going ferry freight rate. In the letter, he claims the rates are too high and not comparatively competitive with other freight rates throughout the region and that of the previous vessel, Miss Kenya which shipped cargo to Montserrat at a charge of $5.00 per cu. ft. before its halt in January 2012. Access Coordina-
tor in the Department of Communications and Works explained that, the ferry freight was reduced earlier this year to make the freight charges economical to local merchants; however the rates were set to be too high. M r. M a r t i n e x plained that one factor which accounts for the present freight rate, stems from the ferry design. Unlike the Kenya Vessel, the ferry was not designed for
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Governor Davis says, giving or denying assent to Montserrat laws is a formality Governor Adrian Davis during his last press conference was questioned about the Premier’s Ecuador UN Deconolisation statement, that he (the Premier) was sure the UK Government supports his stance on recommendation for delisting Montserrat. The Governor initially sidestepped the question using the opportunity to re-iterate the UK’s stand on independence for the territories. He said: “… the UK
government’s position on any questions of self determination of independence is that we will respect the right of the people of any overseas territory as properly expressed in a referendum.´´ He added, “Well the person that can dispel the confusion is the premier I know the opposition leader says he wants to raise it in the legislative assembly and he may do so.” The Governor responded to the further
question on whether the Premier was correct in saying that Montserrat is fully self governing when the UK can pass laws for Montserrat or refuse to allow laws passed by the Legislative Assembly. “Well I’m involved in the cabinet. When the cabinet discusses draft bills they then go to the legislative assembly,” admitting, “they have to come to me for assent but that’s pretty much formality if I don’t want to approve a bill I have to get the explicit
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Workers within the Communication and Works Department may finally relocate to their new building as early as September, a month ahead of schedule. The department is presently housed in a private house in Woodlands for some fifteen years. Project Manager and Director of the Project Implementation Unit (PIU), Mr. Owen Lewis revealed that, “completion of the new building was scheduled for October. However, at the present rate of construction the building may be ready for September.” According to the Director, the building was strategically constructed in the Brades area on Government owned OVERSEAS TERRITORY OF MONTSERRAT IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUSTICE A.D. 2012 LEGAL NOTICE In the Estate of SAMUEL CHARLES CHRISTOPHER FENTON, deceased NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of fourteen (14) days from the date hereof, application will be made in the Registry of the High Court of Justice for an Order that Letters of Administration to the estate of SAMUEL CHARLES CHRISTOPHER FENTON late of St. Johns Montserrat and Leytonstone England who died on the 2nd of January 2012 be granted to KHARL MARKHAM of Allen Markham & Associates Banks Montserrat, the Lawful Attorney of MARY ANN ELIZABETH KIRNON the daughter and Personal Representative of the deceased. ALL persons claiming to be beneficially interested therein are requested forthwith to send particulars to me the undersigned. FURTHER, any person objecting to the issuance of a Grant to the Applicant should notify the Registrar of the High Court of Justice no later than fourteen (14) days from the date of this notice. DATED this 20th day of June 2012 Kharl Markham Allen Markham & Associates
land with close proximity to the main government headquarters. The building was constructed to government specifications meeting a number of requirements, which included soft internal walls, trade fi nish that will reduce maintenance cost; sequence Miami certified windows to accommodate hurricane shutters, and allow the reflection of the natural sunlight to reduce energy cost. Department of International Development (DFID) approved funding for the building in December of 2010. Architect Ken Cassell designed the building while Contractor C&G Construction constructed the building.
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Letters/Opinion
EDITORIAL The motion debate has shown up some known backward traits The recent “No Confidence Motion” that was tabled and debated against Premier R T Meade primarily, and his government, gave the Ministers and back benchers (Parliamentary Secretaries) a great opportunity to get for the benefit of Montserrat a more cohesive, progressive, confident and educated leaders. But, on even the shallowest of depth thoughts will show it succeeded in entrenching the self-preservation we hoped they would not seek. Way back, in 1992 and 20 years later Montserrat politicians are still being asked to be honest and show integrity. The Premier in his address as he defended “one manism” leadership, asked for time to continue for the full five years. “…but we’ve delivered sufficient to allow us the opportunity to continue serving out our term until the next elections…” he said, then apologizing for his short comings, but only on the tariff, accepting full ‘official’ responsibility. As the Premier sought to defend his admittedly condemned and wasted recommendation to the Decolonisation Committee, he claimed that it was his personal style and position on the matter. He claimed he knew that only the people could ask for that position in particular circumstances, why claim the UK government support. Two weeks later, they confounded him in a White Paper that will remain in history compounding what everyone condemned him for, except his Ministers and blinders. Did he really try to give the impression that he represented his personal view? That is inordinately indecent. He was invited as Prmier not as R T Meade. He did speak as though on the peole’s behalf. The other five elected members of government privately did not know anything, or at best very little about the tariff, other than what the Premier told them in cabinet. When the matter was debated those who have otherwise said that the tariff law should be recalled, cancelled. They should have made that position clear. Instead they listened over and over to the Minister of Finance (Premier) say the exercise will be relooked. As of today Friday, nothing had been done about it. Instead Cabinet has reportedly, based on utterances by Ministers in support of the Premier, approved the installation of a cigarette or tobacco factory, which products are internationally known and accepted, kill people. There is no developmental project that can take place in Montserrat these days that can take place or approved before environmental and other impact assessments and studies are carried out. These include economic assessments. Those authority with the responsibility of carrying out such economic assessments have found that the project will bring no economic benefit to Montserrat. In fact, the only benefit claimed is that 15 jobs will be created. Good! Who will get these jobs? The principals of the company are Spanish, so we are informed. And, the reason that the Premier has ruled that this project will go forward, irrespective, there are already some high paying salaries being boasted about. With regards to the tariff, an in-depth look will show that some items were definitely targeted. Investigations again reveal that direct instructions were given, with the brush aside over the effect of other items in general. The public servants who made these observations must be commended and not victimized as has been done in other situations recently. The Governor may well soon be challenged that while they are working on a new Public Service Act, it must be what he promises it to be. One that encourages decent behavior all round and from all public servants including those elected. They must be expect to be accountable and responsible, but they must also expect the protection in doing so.
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Help! Help! Help! What is the “F” word?
Is it not universally acknowledged to infer that 4-letter vulgar word? It is very disappointing to say the least to hear that coming from the mouth of the person “I am going to use “the
“ “F” word”: Spoken on ZJB Radio on the morning of 27th June during the morning news! The person as head of state who used that statement should be made to demit office. After all,
children are listening!! This is worse than the Tobacco Business that is threatening to be carried on in this little country. Enough is enough!! Hyacinth Concerned citizen
Freight controversy cont’d. from page 2 boarding cargo shipment, so to facilitate the shipment of cargo; more labour may need to be recruited to facilitate the boarding of cargo. Nonetheless he is confident that the matter “will be resolved at our next meeting.” Meanwhile Management believes that individuals are not fully aware of the other charges cargo shipment incurs more so in this particular situation. There are a number of surcharges to be considered when considering the freight rate. Consideration must be given to the point of laden and country of export and in the case of the Montserrat ferry, which was contracted to transport passengers, addition labour charge may be applied. Other charges may include loading charges
and individual billing charge. He revealed that a given freight rate may fluctuate with shipment. When there is a large quantity of cargo the rate may fall and it is the reverse when there is less cargo. In his letter to the newspaper, Mr. Cassell laid out what he believes to be a resolution to the issue. He stated in his letter “We understand a new ferry is being built for Montserrat. It would be smart for the designer to take into account our freight requirements. But that would only be part of the equation. The ferry must also have competitive rates. What is dramatically worse is the increase from EC$5 per cu. ft. to EC$15.00 per cu. ft. Absolute madness! No one in their right mind would now use the ferry to bring their cargo.”
“The above figures speak for themselves. Montserrat has no interest in earning any revenue from freight on the ferry! We would be satisfied with whatever we can get by carrying passengers even if we have to heavily subsidize the operation!” according to Mr. Cassell. Finally on Wednesday, Minister Kirnon revealed, that following meeting with the members of Chamber of Commerce and the Small Business Association and after discussions within his ministry the rates for shipping cargo on the ferry will be reduced from $10.00 per cubic foot to $5.00 per cubic foot. The decision came as no surprise as our investigation revealed from at least one source, that funding for the ferry includes all handling.
Our Scripture Verse Today Looking Ahead Let your eyes look directly forward, and your gaze be straight before you. - Proverbs 4:25 (NRSV) When I was a small boy, I wanted to learn to ride a bicycle. One of the happiest days of my life was when my older brother said he would teach me, using his bicycle. But I was shorter than he, and my feet did not reach the bike’s pedals when they were at the bottom. Finally, I managed to get out on the street, where my brother told me to always look ahead, not down at my feet. But I spent much of my time looking down, trying to keep my feet on the pedals. Not long after I began my ride, I tumbled into a roadside vendor, knocking her over and spilling her basket of water nuts. I learned the value of looking ahead! Looking ahead is important also in our spiritual life. We can easily get stuck
focusing on our inabilities, hindrances, and shortcomings both in our work and our personal lives. But the writer of Proverbs shows us the way out: “Let your eyes look directly forward.” Many times as I have lifted my head and focused on the Lord in prayer, I have been able to move on through the rugged times in my life. I finally learned to ride a bicycle simply by looking ahead and knowing that the pedals would come up on their own to reach my feet. In the spiritual life we can do the same, trusting that what we need will come in time as we keep looking ahead, following Christ who leads us.
Dear Lord, help us to focus on your way as we make our spiritual journey. Do not allow us to fall on the roadside. Keep us alert, always with our eyes looking forward. Amen.
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Consultations are in the works for the development of a National Cultural Policy Numerous attempts over the years to create and implement a National Cultural Policy may finally be realised before the end of this year. Early next month a resource group on behalf of the Government is set to commence a series of consultations with the public to get inputs and feedbacks on what they would like to see in the new Policy. Cultural Coordinator within the Cultural Department, Mr. Herman ‘Cupid’ Francis said, “Prior to the volcano the first attempt was made to establish and implement a national policy and then again in 1999, however the draft did not make it to parliament for approval.” He proposed that consultation for this new policy is expected to be completed by the end of July and make its way to parliament for approval before the end of 2012. According to the Coordinator, a qualified team of experts will facilitate the process. They include, Sir Howard Fergus, former Acting Governor, Former UWI Resident Tutor and author of number cultural literature, as the consultant leading the process along with, Dr. Clarice Barnes author and historic researcher, Ms. Ann Marie Dewar, Musical Director of Voices, poet and historic researcher, Mr. Alric Taylor as costume designer and maker and contributor in the organiza-
tion of the year-end festival, key resource persons, and Mr. Francis as the Technical representative on the team from the Ministry of Culture. The Premier’s Office and the Montserrat Tourist Board (MTB) will work in collaboration with the team and provide policy guidance in the process. On completion of the draft, the policy would be presented to the Government of Montserrat for final approval. The consultant and supporting resource persons were retained to perform an assessment of the state of culture on Montserrat and formulate a National Cultural Policy that will set the framework for development and planning of culture on Montserrat for the next ten years. To develop a National Cultural Policy that is relevant to the current economic and social situation but also a policy that is sufficiently robust to accommodate the changing Montserrat environment. The development of a new cultural policy is therefore necessary and has been a main priority for the Government of Montserrat for the past 2-3 year. This objective is included in the Strategic plans of the Government of Montserrat and is now included in the set of reforms to be done in 2012. According to the Cultural department, the Objective of a National Cultural Policy is to:
Cultural Coordinator, Cultural Department, Mr. Herman ‘Cupid’ Francis
• Provide an assessment and insight into the current situation and state of culture on Montserrat and context for cultural development which is coherent, as well as allows for planning and decision making about culture. • To raise awareness at the local level of the importance of both tangible and intangible culture heritage. • It also allows for review and recommendations for any
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changes to the existing relevant legislation and recommends development of any other legislation as it is related to the cultural policy and which facilitate the implementation of the cultural policy.
Recommendations of Institutional arrangements which would facilitate the implementation of the cultural policy, as well as recommendations of possible sources of resources or initiatives
which would provide resources to implement the National Cultural Policy Broad based mechanisms which would be required for the implementation of the National Policy.
Village basketball league makes a comeback The local Village Basketball Tournament is set to make a comeback after a two-year halt at the Brades Basketball court on Saturday, July 14. The Montserrat Amateur Basketball Association (MABA) in collaboration with Punch & Get Out Production (PAGOP), will host the league which features six of the Island’s long standing teams. The line-up includes: Look-Out Shooters, Davy Hill Ras Valley, Cudjoe Head Renegades, St. Peters Hilltop, Salem Jammers and MSS cont’d. on page 13
Vice President of the Montserrat Amateur Basketball Association (MABA), Mr. George Green
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Still no lead in suspicious death...cont’d. from page 1 report at a later date. He said, “The case is not closed, we are still continuing investigation into the incident, and we are also being assisted by the BVI Police. They are reviewing the case and all the evidence which we have gathered so far. The Trinidad and Tobago Police have also assisted us both with forensic analysis and also with modern assistance in relation to our investigation; currently there is one inspector on the ground in Trinidad assisting in the gathering of evidence as we speak.” “I’m also in communication with the CMO and Ezra’s family. The family is fully aware of what we are doing. The CMO will make the necessary request for medical reports and other reports which are vital to the investigation,” said the Commissioner. However the death has spurred emotional opinions and discontentment amongst the Montserrat community. Initially, the young-man’s amazing survival of what many considered to be a fatal ordeal and the following three months afterwards, lead many to believe that he may have been able to recover from the incident, if transferred to a United Kingdom (UK) medical facility. Prior to his death, family members and Ezra’s partner Miss Veta Wade said in an appeal for financial assistance that Ezra was listed as critically stable and that doctors believed that he might have made a full recovery with consistent health care. She said that the cost of caring for her partner was escalating in Trinidad and he needed to be moved to the UK where he would have been cared for through the National Health Service. The cost to medevac David was estimated at US$100,000 because of all of the elements that were critical to keep him stable during the flight. Following this incentive the family had reached out to the Government for assistance for assistance but was unsuccessful. Family and friends then sought donations from the public but all was a little too late. The Hon. Donaldson
Romeo sought help from the UK Govt. to assist, writing on June 20, 2012, to Mr. Bellingham Secretary of State. “He asked that Allen be accepted as one of the five cases from Montserrat per year accepted by the UK for onward care.” That letter also sought,
“I therefore ask for your intervention; and, beyond this case, for help in addressing the wider challenge of adequate health services and support for cases like this in the Montserrat as well as British Overseas Territories in a similar situation.,” seek-
ing to establish and adding strength to a suggestion made by Premier Meade following an official contingent visit from Guadeloupe earlier this year. Minister Colin Riley eventually revealed, as he sought to simplify Romeo’s
efforts, well after Romeo had publicized his efforts, that his Ministry of Health via his intercession had already sought and received free hospital bed in Trinidad, and that Government had already decided to fund Allen’s travel to the UK.
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one manism ...cont’d. from page 1
the motion said similar words to the Hon. Donaldson Romeo in supporting his motion. “Any vote against the motion would be a vote against honesty and integrity…, she said, adding that she hoped they would, “display these virtues through their vote on the motion.” Romeo in his motion called on everyone to be truthful as he closed his motion where he called on the Legislative Assembly elected members to “…find that the Hon Premier has acted in
disregard of principles of democratic accountability and of the principle that the executive must answer to the legislature in a parliamentary democracy. That, this honourable House further finds that such violations of principles of good government are willful, are repeated, and are harmful to the people of Montserrat and our hopes for recovery and sustainable redevelopment after the devastating impact of the Volcano crisis. Also, since the behavior is repeated,
George Allen (a.k.a. Ezra David)
the Cabinet as a whole is knowledgeable of it. As a result, this honourable House hereby CENSURES the Premier for said action, and thereby expresses a LOSS OF CONFIDENCE in his Premiership. Thus, it has NO CONFIDENCE in the Hon Premier. He reiterated, let “…Everyman who stands after me speak the truth, because the truth is goanna set us free… leadership that is based on truth…” No Confidence Motion against ‘One manism’ In a single word he accused the Premier of “one manism”, as he recalled Premier’s representation in Quito , Ecuador to the United Nations (UN) Decolonisation Committee, recommending the delisting of Montserrat, without consulting the people or the Legislature or his Cabinet, while saying that the UK supported his position. Another point of support of his one manism claim is the introduction of a new tariff, which among many other hardship situations, increased on such medicines, antibiotics, insulin, while decreasing the tariff on alcohol. James votes with government T h e H o n . Vi c t o r James was the first to speak after the opposition leader placed his motion. James
IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUSTICE OF MONTSERRAT PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of FRANCIS ELIZABETH FOX, deceased NOTICE is hereby given that an application will be filed at the Probate Division of the High Court of Justice of Montserrat for a grant of letters of administration of the Estate of FRANCIS ELIZABETH FOX, deceased, late of St John’s, Montserrat, who died on the 7th day of November 1990, to be issued to JOCELYN WEEKES of Narford Road, Clapton, London E5, England, the granddaughter of the said deceased. ANY person claiming to be beneficially interested in the Estate is requested to send written particulars to Kelsick & Kelsick, attorneys-at-law, P.O. Box 185, Bladen House, Brades, Montserrat, within 14 days from the date of the publication this Notice. ANY person objecting to the issuance of the grant should notify the Registrar of the High Court of Justice not later than 14 days from the date of the publication of this Notice. Dated this 19th day of June 2012 Kelsick & Kelsick Attorneys-at-Law
launched into an attack on the motion admonishing that he was tired hearing the talk of independence, a word never mentioned once in Romeo’s motion. While he expressed his dissatisfaction with items of increase in the tariff, citing water should be cheaper, he voted against his side of the house with a ‘yes’ first and then a‘nay’. All or most members of the government side spoke against the motion, claiming togetherness on matters, suggesting that all decisions are discussed with them by the Premier. David Osborne got a reference from the Premier in his address, for expressing his level of dissatisfaction or disagreements from time to time with the Premier on issues. UN Decolonisation speech The Premier said with respect to his Quito declaration that he spoke, as he only knew how. “…when we look at the substance of the no confidence motion there are nineteen clauses fifteen of them focused exclusively on a statement I made in Quito, Ecuador at the invitation of the decolonization committee and therefore my views were put forward in the only way I know how. to make them and that is forcefully….,” he said.
He lauded his government”and took full responsibility for the tariff ‘mistakes’’ as that became the buzz word for the admitted tariff debacle. “I don’t think that any of you in this honorable house will say that they (government) have not delivered.” Premier seeks government continuance to end of term The Premier yielded however as he begged to be allowed to serve out the term. “Maybe they haven’t delivered as much, but we’ve delivered sufficient to allow us the opportunity to continue serving out our term until the next elections and the people will make a determination as to who they wish to lead this country forward. It’s a simple electoral process,” he said. Romeo in his motion had decried the government for not keeping their party (MCAP’s) pledges. He said he would rally with them if they kept their promises to the people. It was to this the Premier spoke next. “(this vote) of no confidence is for nine members to decide andon the leadership from here forward… respect the pledges of MCAP I will respect them…” “We’re goanna serve out this term, we’re goanna continue the developments,
and we are goanna deliver the projects that we have promised to deliver in this country. We are creating the employment and when we make mistakes we’re not too big to say that we have made mistakes and we apologise.
Premier’s apology
While he laid blame on Customs officers, referring to the tariff change exercise, saying, “…on which the customs officers were expected to work, errors have been made with respect to some tariff rates: some went down and others went up in the process…” “We apologise for the tariff. Yes mistakes have been made, but, let us continue to get the business of the people of Montserrat done,” he said, later taking full responsibility as the Minister of Finance. Hon Dr. Lowel Lewis supported the motion as he explained while he was chief minister when he took a completely different approach when he spoke to the UN Committee. He noted, it was a mistake to relinquish the only international support the territories have, to ensure Britain maintains its responsibility. He also asked that responsibility be taken for what, he too called, mistakes. (see www.themontserratreporter. com) or The Montserrat Reporter’s Facebook page for voice clips) and related…
ISLAND OF MONTSERRAT A.D.2012 [PROBATE DIVISION] LEGAL NOTICE In the Estate of CORNELIUS LANQUEDOC, deceased NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of 14 days from the date of this notice, an application will be filed at the Registry, High Court of Justice for an ORDER FOR Letters of Administration of CORNELIUS LANQUEDOC, late of St. Peters, Montserrat who died on the 2nd day of November 2009 be granted to JOHN EVERTON LINDSEY, the lawful Attorney of LUCIAN LANQUEDOC, the person entitled to share in the Estate of the deceased. ALL persons claiming to be beneficially interested in the Estate are requested to send written particulars thereof to the undersigned within 14 days from the date of this notice. FURTHER any person objecting to the issuance of a Grant of Letters of Administration to the said applicant should notify the Registrar of the High Court of Justice whose address is: Office of the Registrar General, Brades, Montserrat not later than fourteen (14) days from the publication of this notice. Dated the 29th day of June 2012 Marcelle E.M. Watts Attorney at law for the Applicant
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Early Childhood Practitioner Outstanding parents, community members and early childhood practitioners were honoured on the evening of Wednesday, June 14, 2012 at the Cultural Centre in Little Bay for their hard work and dedication. As part of The Early childhood practitioner’s month long celebration, the Head of
the Early Childhood division, Dr. Sheron Burns hosted the two-hour long event. According to Dr. Burns, early childhood practitioners are placed with a very challenging and important task but nevertheless practitioners should strive to do their best for the children in their care. Dr
Burns said that due to financial constraints and a few human errors, only a few persons were singled out for applause. “.... but, however, the strength of one link in the chain signifies the strength of all of us. The
accomplishment of all those who will be awarded tonight is signaling the strength of the persons in the early childhood fraternity including the parents who work closely with us and the community.”
Dr. Burns also went on to say that in the six years she has been in office, although early childhood is very important, Ministry of Education gets the smallest percentage of the government budget and Early
Childhood Education gets the “smallest of the smallest“, so a lot of the education and awareness and training that have been done have been coming, compliments UNICEF Barbados and Eastern Caribbean office.
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Award Ceremony 2012 The new Eastern Caribbean representative for UNICEF Miss Khin-Sandi Lwin was also on hand at this year’s Practitioner Award ceremony; she was singled out on behalf of UNICEF and was award by Dr. Burns for UNICEF invaluable contribution. Miss Lwin was accompanied on her trip to Montserrat by Patrick Knight, Communication Specialist for UNICEF. Receiving awards during the evening were: Community Awards: Misses Erslyn Allen; Sharon Allen, Mrs. Yvette Bramble, Nurse Violet Brown and popular radio announcer Basil Chambers. Outstanding Parents as voted on by the staff of each
school: Miss Evelyn Ryan (St. Johns Daycare); Miss Sherise Meade (Look Out Daycare); Ralston Daley (Salem Daycare); Kelvin Raphael White (Salem Nursery); Charles Thompson (Brades Nursery); Mr. and Mrs. Bertron Lee (Look Out Nursery); and Miss Jocelyn Hogan (Aunt Marge Daycare). Top practitioners as voted by the children and parents: Mrs Mildred French (St. John’s Daycare); Miss Cassandra Bramble (Brades Nursery); Miss Lodereen Cabey (Lookout Daycare); Mrs. Lorraine Semper-Francois (Salem Nursery); Mrs. Cheryl Fergus (Salem Daycare); Mrs Alberta Dyett (Look Out Nursery); and Mrs. Marcia James
Minister of Education, Hon. Colin Riley
(Aunt Marge Daycare). Long service award for twenty (20) to twenty-five (25) years: Lorraine Francois, Jeanette Gerald and Mrs Cheryl Fergus. Awards were also present to private babysitters/Nannies for providing outstanding care to the children who takes advantage of the services they offer, they were: Mrs. Doris Williams, Mrs Christiana Weeks, Mrs. Ethlyn Lewis and Mrs. Junnette Irish LaRose The Dr. Burn’s Development Award for the school who in Dr. Burn’s opinion has been
exemplifying the kind of Centre Dr. Burn’s believes “would make a child be the kind of leader that we want tomorrow”, this award went to the Look Out Nursery School. They received a Bed. According to Minister of Education Colin Riley who was on hand to express congratulations, he said that it is evident that the early childhood sector is very skillfully led. “If you are to model the intervention of leadership in this sector and put it to work in everything else that we do, we will become an excellent country.” In order to ensure that
children are not just exposed to care but “quality care”, the Ministry of Education and the University of West Indies Centre here started an Early Childhood and Care certificate course in 2008. About 23 persons started the course that was supposed to last for two years fulltime, or three years part-time. 18 persons completed the course although not all were able to pass the nine modules at UWI. Dr Burns said “it’s a major challenge to be able to attend classes twice a week for three years.” She noted that she has witnessed changes in persons who took advantage of the course and are working at the Early Childhood Centres. Those 23 persons were all awarded participation certificates at the Award Ceremony.
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Eastern Caribbean Central Bank
Extract from the 2011/2012 Annual Report Presentation by the Honourable Sir K Dwight Venner, Governor - 27 June 2012
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n keeping with the Corporate Governance Principles of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank which emphasise transparency and accountability, I am pleased to present to you, a report on the performance of the Bank during he last ¿nancial year, st $pril to st March The year was a challenging one as the global crisis continued to affect the economic and nancial systems of our member countries The adverse impact of the global crisis has led the Bank to concentrate its efforts and resources in our areas, namely ¿nancial stability, ¿scal and debt sustainability, money and capital markets development and sustainable growth and development
Financial Stability
The challenge in the area of ¿nancial stability stemmed from the knock-on effects of the global crisis on the economies of the member countries which led to a higher level of non-performing oans in the commercial banking system; a fall in he level of bank earnings; increased provisioning or bad loans and some impairment of capital The ¿nancial system continues to be affected by the earlier events involving the CLICO and BAICO insurance companies and the intervention of the Bank of Antigua and the ABI Bank Limited The ECCB has been fully involved in the esolution efforts which have been completed in he case of the Bank of Antigua, near completion n the case of the ABI Bank, and partially complete in the case of insurance companies The Monetary Council has established a number of Ministerial Sub-Committees to deal, in a focused way, with issues arising in he various sectors of the ¿nancial system, namely: banking, insurance, credit unions, and he international ¿nancial sector The ECCB has also encouraged the formation of sector associations to facilitate discussions on issues pertinent to their operations; the establishment of professional standards; and collaboration with he relevant regulators to maintain stability in he ¿nancial system The Monetary Council has also established a Task Force, chaired by the ECCB, to review and make recommendations on the maintenance of stability in the ¿nancial system The task force comprises members rom the ECCB, ministries of ¿nance of member countries, the IMF, the C'B and the :orld Bank A signi¿cant amount of work has been carried out by the Bank in such critical areas of ¿nancial stability as: the establishment of a single ¿nancial space in keeping with the new Economic Union Treaty and the underlying assumptions of a
currency union; the consolidation of maMor ¿nancial institutions within this space in keeping with points (7) and (8) of the ECCU Eight Point Stabilisation and Growth Programme; and a review of the arrangements for upgraded regulation and supervision within the space
Fiscal and Debt Sustainability
The Bank continued its work in collaboration with CARTAC, the IMF, the CDB and the World Bank, to improve the performance of the member countries in public ¿nance management Several workshops and seminars were held during the year at which practical training was given to of¿cials from the ministries of ¿nance of member countries The Monetary Council also implemented a policy which reTuires the publication of ¿scal targets by member countries at the beginning of each year as a critical element in the ¿scal arrangements of the ECCU The ¿scal and debt area is a particularly challenging one at this time as three of the member countries have now undertaken IMF programmes These programmes require a lot more than the normal technical work with increased demands on the staff of the ministries of ¿nance and the ECCB
Sustainable Growth and Development
The major challenge facing our countries is the return to growth at a suf¿ciently high level to reduce unemployment to reasonable rates, to lower poverty levels, and to assist in maintaining the human development indices at their current levels and improving them where warranted The ECCB has therefore placed this subject very high on its agenda The Monetary Council has established a Task Force on Debt, Growth and Development, with membership from the ECCB, OECS member countries, the CDB, IMF, and the World Bank, to review and make recommendations on this matter Its ¿nal report will be presented to the Council in October
Money and Capital Market Development
The Regional Government Securities Market (RGSM) has made major strides during the year with ¿ve of the member states placing securities regularly on the market These issues ranged from days to years in maturity and have been taken up at competitive rates of interest The number of auctions this year increased from to and the member governments raised appro[imately 7 m A major step was taken with the establishment of the Eastern Caribbean Automated Clearing House
Services Incorporated, which will manage the processing and settlement of retail payments across the ECCU The Eastern Caribbean Enterprise Fund (ECEF) is now operational and is designed to be a multifaceted institution providing venture capital, development ¿nance, and technical assistance to private sector ¿rms The monetary policy of the ECCB is centered around the maintenance of the stability of the currency The indicators which depict this stability have been quite robust despite the dif¿cult environment The backing of the currency remains well above the legal limit of per cent as well as the operational limit of 80 per cent, averaging per cent over the last ¿nancial year
ECCB’s Financial Performance
The ¿nancial performance of the Bank was impacted by the global crisis The Bank realised net income of 7m as compared to the previous year¶s income of m Contributing to this was a reduction in commission income on foreign transactions and lower gains on the sale of securities As at March 0 , the total assets of the Bank stood at billion as compared with 8 billion for the previous year
The Way Forward
The 0 0 ¿nancial year will be equally challenging as the global environment has not markedly improved The new economic union arrangements and their successful implementation are critical to the stabilisation and growth of the ECCU economies The lowering of unit costs of operations in the public and private sectors and the coordination of policies, programmes, and projects across the single ¿nancial and economic space are vital to improvements in the productivity and competitiveness of our economies The ECCB, through the Monetary Council, will be a critical part of the new arrangements as set out in the Economic Union Treaty and in our mission statement We have set ourselves a very focused programme, much of which is a carryover from the last ¿nancial year This will involve a more intense concentration on ¿nancial stability, ¿scal and debt sustainability, the development of money and capital market and the acceleration of the growth process which is the main factor in our path to long term development We look forward to working with all the organs and institutions of the OECS and the people of the region in achieving a higher standard of living and quality of life for our people The full text of the presentation along with audio and video recordings can be obtained from: http://www.eccb-centralbank.org/News/ar2012.asp
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THE UK AND THE OVERSEAS TERRITORIES:
A VISION FOR SECURITY, SUCCESS AND SUSTAINABILITY The Overseas Territories and the UK share a unique bond, with shared historical links that go back more than four centuries. But 2012 is a particularly special year. In early June, we welcomed Territory leaders to Britain to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. I know that there were many celebrations in Montserrat and the other Territories too, reflecting the fact that the Overseas Territories form a valued part of Her diverse realm. Next month, we look forward to welcoming athletes from other Territories to the London Olympics to compete on the world’s greatest sporting stage. So it is fitting that this is also the year that the UK Government renews and strengthens its relationship with the Territories. On 28 June we published a White Paper setting out our vision for the Territories: as vibrant and flourishing communities, proudly retaining aspects of their British identity and creating new opportunities for young and future generations. The White Paper explains how we will take forward three goals: to increase engagement between the UK and the Territories; to help the Territories to strengthen good governance, financial management and economic planning, where this is necessary; and to improve the quality and range of support to the Territories. The White Paper draws on the outcomes of the public consultation that I initiated last year. Our first goal is to strengthen engagement between the UK and the Territories in order to deepen co-operation and share expertise. We are getting other UK Government departments more involved in supporting the Territories in the areas on which they are the experts. The Foreign Office is setting up a Jubilee Programme to support an exchange of expertise between public servants in the Territories and the UK. We also want to build stronger political links and are therefore upgrading our annual meeting between political leaders into a Joint Ministerial Council with a clear mandate to drive forward the implementation of the White Paper. But we want to go further than this to help support the Territories. We will foster
Henry Bellingham, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office stronger links between our private sectors, professional bodies and civil societies. And we are encouraging partnerships between UK local government and the Territories, such as the one established last year between the British Virgin Islands and Hertfordshire County Council. This will help us to achieve our second goal, of helping the Territories strengthen good governance, financial management and economic planning, where this is necessary. We recognise how diverse the Territories are but also that, in these times of global economic difficulty, we face common challenges: building more diverse and resilient economies, cutting public sector deficits, regulating businesses effectively, and ensuring the sustainability of natural resources and protecting the natural environment. And there are certain standards which we must all uphold, in particular in maintaining the rule of law, respecting human rights, and integrity in public life. We are committed to taking strong action to combat corruption in the UK and we expect the Territories to do likewise. The UK Government is determined to
help the Territories run themselves effectively, not to run them ourselves. This was made clear recently when we announced that elections would be held in the Turks and Caicos Islands on 9 November, on the basis that significant progress had been made to address the issues raised by Sir Robin Auld’s Commission of Inquiry that had identified a high probability of systemic corruption. Overall we recognise that the Territories have made considerable strides in their economic development. We will support the efforts that you are making to boost economic growth and grow global businesses, and we will encourage British companies to invest in and trade with Montserrat and the other Territories. The third goal of our strategy is to improve the quality and range of support to the Territories. The UK is delivering a step-change in the support we provide to Territories in need. We are helping St Helena build an airport to open up economic and social opportunities: the largest single UK Government investment ever made in a Territory. Our support will not just be direct. We recognise other organisations are often best placed to help. So we will also focus on helping Territories build more productive links with the EU, Commonwealth, the UN and regional organisations to harness better the support they can offer. We are also reinforcing our commitment to work in partnership to protect and manage the natural environment of the Territories to the highest standards. Each of the Territories depends on its natural assets in some way such as for fisheries and tourism. I am delighted that our Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs recently launched the latest round of its Darwin Fund initiative which will fund further biodiversity work in the Territories. The White Paper sets out a broad and important agenda. Taking forward this work will require partnership between the UK and Territory Governments. Together we will work for the security, economic success and sustainability of the Territories.
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Kids time - In your own korner Hello everyone – It is kid’s time with Auntie Lyka “In Your Korner”. Its that time of year when we celebrate our success in school with graduations and awards ceremonies. Congratulation to all of you. Do enjoy and celebrate your hard work. In a very big forest there lived many animals and birds. One day the some of the birds were discussion about the way the animals live. The parrot said, “Look at me I do not eat any bird or animal I just like fruits and eat them all the time. I hate looking at these animals as they hunt other animals and eat them”. I feel that we the birds are the best in the forest as we do not eat other birds for our survival”. Many birds agreed to this argument and narrated their own opinions: The sparrow said: I eat the small insects that do harm to others that does not mean that I am like these animals who kill all other good animals. The woodpecker said: See I protect trees by eating the white ants under their bark. If I do not do so many trees would have been eaten away by these white ants and other insects. The weaver bird: You are aware that I am the best in the forest in making the nest. Show me any animal that can do like me. These animals are lazy and live like rocks in all seasons. The humming bird said: I drink the nectar from the flowers and while doing so I do not harm the flowers. If help in pollination and make the forest look colourful with many flowers. Thus many birds narrated their own stories and ways of living. Meanwhile they saw a herd of elephants passing under the trees. The parrot yelled at them: Hey big beasts do you know that
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A Dance in the Forest
birds are the best ones in the forest. You animals destroy forest, eat other animals and create bloodshed for your survival. One of the elephants responded by
saying: I do not know what you are talking but I can tell this to other animals as I am going to attend the meeting called by the Lion. The Lion – the king of the forest – is sitting on a big rock surrounded by many animals. The meeting began with the topic “How shall we celebrate the onset of sprint”. Then the elephant intervened and said: we feel that we are the great in the forest. I heard a parrot saying that the birds are the best because they do not eat other birds for their own survival. Let’s first solve this problem and by deciding who is the best in the forest, the birds are we the animals. All the animals got irritated at the statement of the parrot shared by the elephant. The wolf said: Let’s call the birds here and we all can kill them and eat them at once then there is no problem. SEND IN YOUR ANSWER TO WIN A GIFT.
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Haa Haaa joined the other animals. Cool down: said the Lion. If the birds feel that they are the best in the forest, we shall allow them to prove. They said that they do not eat other birds but it is false. They do eat other birds for their survival. You are aware that the eagles are always on the look out for chicks of hens and peahens. They eat mercilessly all the chicks. Birds are fools and incapable creatures. I pity them. Let’s play with them for some time and prove our might. Dear fox, call all the birds at once here. The fox approached the mangrove and yelled at the birds. You seem to be having a feeling that you are the best in the forest. Let’s us prove who is best in the forest. All of you can come to our meeting place near the lake and prove yourselves. Hearing this the birds felt challenged. All of them flew towards the meeting place. In the meeting place the most heated arguments took place. Seeing the heat generated, the Lion said. Meeting is adjourned to tomorrow in the morning and asked all the animals and birds to disburse.
to be continued.....
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The new Codrington Arrow ferry will provide better service Winston Chin has been employed with the Twin Island ferry for the past six months. He recently conducted an “orientation run” of the refurbished ferry for Montserrat, now called, Codrington Arrow. The inter-service ferry, which was the only operating ferry that provided services for Montserrat under a different name little over a year ago.
“I came here to get back the old Ferry which is rebranded and renamed Codrington Arrow interservice to resume the Montserrat – St. John’s service,” captain Chin said. He also conveyed that the inter-service ferry would be offering services to Barbuda as well. “If there are visitors or islanders who want to do St. John’s and
Barbuda, that can be accommodated as soon the service is back on track.” According to captain Chin Codrington Arrow will be replacing the current ferry Carib Queen. “But,” he said, “what will happen is that the Carib Queen will not just disappear off the radar just like that, it will be used as a stand by vessel so that Montserrat’s
cont’d. from page 5 School Warriors. EC$2,000 cash prize will be awarded to the community of the winning team for developmental purposes, while the team will receive EC$500. First runner-up will walk away with EC$300 cash prize, while second runner-up takes home EC$200 cash prize. Vice President of the MABA, Mr. George Green expressed his enthusiasm to see the league up and going again. “We are happy to say that the MABA in conjunction with the PAGO Production would be hosting the 2012 Village Basketball Tournament. Our aim is to revive the spirit of basketball in Montserrat in an effort to encourage youth and community
development.” “This year ’s league promises to be exciting and competitive, so we are inviting the public to come and support their respective teams,” he said. The Government of Montserrat, M.S. Osborne Ltd. and Bank of Montserrat Ltd. are the main sponsors for the event. The tournament will commence with an opening ceremony, followed closely with a series of knockout championship games. The last tournament was held in 2009, but was cancelled mid-way due to continuous bad weather conditions; this allowed the 2008 champion, Cudjoe Head Renegades to retain the championship title to present while the league
was put on hold. Mr. Green explained a further reason for the halt. “The MABA recognized there was a need for youth development and started a training program which went on for four (4) months, (May- August) in an effort to host a summer league. Unfortunately most of the youths either went on vacation or migrated for educational purpose and senior players also either stopped playing or migrated, which continually put the tournament on hold,” he said. In an interview with the VP he also expressed thank to Mr. Holren-Bobb and Mr. Gilmore Williams for their assistance in making the tournament a reality.
Basketball league restarts
Ref: LR 13/12/102, 13/13/058 & 13/17/083 July 2, 2012 Mr. James Simon Greaves Formerly of Salem Montserrat (now residing in the United Kingdom) Dear Mr. Greaves Removal of Caution Re: Blocks 13/12/102, 13/17/083 & 13/13/058 On October 9, 1998, you lodged a Caution on the above-captioned parcels of land forbidding the registration of dealings and the making of entries in the register relating thereto (altogether) without your consent, until this caution has been withdrawn by you or removed by Order of the Court or of the Registrar. On February 8, 2012, Mr. James W. Allen submitted an application requesting the removal of the said Caution. Please be advised that if you object to the removal of the said Caution, you should notify me in writing of your objection and your reasons for so objecting within six (6) weeks of the date of this letter. You are further notified that the said Caution will be removed after the expiration of the specified time if I do not hear from you. For your information and please be guided accordingly. Yours sincerely
service will be guaranteed as advertised.” The current ferry schedule will not change however, but Capital Chin said once the passenger load increases and there is demand for the service,” the service will be adapted to the passenger load and the requirements of the passengers.” This service does not go into
immediate effect. Capital Chin conveyed that in order to resume providing services to Montserrat they would have to wait for the Carib Queen to finish their contract with Montserrat. Capital Chin also expressed that comfort is guaranteed with the rebranded ferry since the air condition unit is redone and there are qualified people on board
who will take good care of the passengers. Extra crew has been added in the cabin to ensure that persons travelling with the ferry service will be well taken care of. “We have more dedicated persons on board now and I think the Twin Island Ferry Service Ltd. Is going to ensure when they return or resume the service it’s up to par and even better than before.”
THE EASTERN CARIBBEAN SUPREME COURT IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUSTICE [MONTSERRAT] CLAIM NO.:
MNIHCV2012/0003
BETWEEN: AND
AGNES RYAN LLOYD RYAN
CLAIMANT DEFENDANT ORDER
BEFORE: DATED: ENTERED:
The Honourable Justice Albert Redhead The 19th day of April 2012 The 19th day of April 2012
APPEARANCES: Mr. Hogarth E. Sergeant for the Claimant ORDER: 1. Granted in terms of the Draft Order. 2. That the notice of the Application be placed in two consecutive issues of the local newspaper of the Defendant to show cause within 30 days why the property registered in the joint names of Agnes Ryan and Lloyd Ryan should not be severed. EASTERN CARIBBEAN SUPREME COURT IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUSTICE TERRITORY OF MONTSERRAT CLAIM NO MNIHCV 2011/0003 Between AND
AGNES RYAN LLOYD RYAN
APPLICANT DEFENDANT
Fixed Date Claim Form EX-PARTE APPLICATION An Application is made to this Honourable Court for an order the Land Registration Act pursuant to section 140 that the property registered as Block 14/12 Parcel 11 registered in the names of Agnes Ryan and Lloyd Ryan was a mistake. Further that the defendant be served with a notice at his last known address or by another means the court deems fit of the intention of the applicant to apply to sever the joint proprietorship I certify that the facts set out in my statement of claim are true and correct. Sgd. Agnes Ryan
Kenneth Frank Hobbs Assistant Registrar of Lands (Ag)
Dated this 31st day of October, 2011
cc: Mr. James W. Allen, Brades, Montserrat
The Court Office is at Brades, Montserrat. Office Hours from 8:00am to 3:30pm. Tel. 491-2129
This claim was issued by Hogarth Sergeant, Legal Practitioner for the Claimant
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Backyard gardening for a good, healthy, vibrant island Montserrat’s Minister of Agriculture and the Environment, Easton Taylor-Farrell has urged person’s on island to help in raising the profile of Agriculture. Mr Taylor was at the time speaking at the official launch of the second phase of the “Food Production Strategy for the Department of Agriculture” on Friday, June 22, 2012 at
Jerome Meade’s Greenhouse farm in Lookout. “Join in our backyard production effort. Produce good healthy food for a healthy vibrant island,” the Minister said. As part of the Farrell plan to reduce Montserrat’s reliance on imported food and to reduce the food import’s bill, the second phase of the
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food production strategy for the Department of Agriculture which was formed in 2010, the Minister launched out with brief opening remarks. Director of Agriculture Melissa O’garro also made brief remarks after they were both introduced by Permanent Secretary, Camille Gerald. A bus tour around the island while tourists, media and invited guests proceeded to visit a number of famers to include schools, involved in “The Backyard Garden’production. “The backyard garden component consists of Kitchen/Home garden production of crops and a Poultry section. Phase two food production strategy seeks to make the island self-sufficient in selected crops. Inputs of tractoring, seeds, fertilizers chemicals and extension and irrigation services were provided to all of the farmers in the program. According to the officials, the farmers’ only contribution was to provide the labour. Minister Farrell conveyed that the support for the strategy initiative will continue for a second year. “Having gone through approximately seventeen
years of coping with an active volcano and the corresponding challenges to life,” the minister stated, “Agriculture has been hit the hardest among all the other sectors on island,” adding, “It faces challenges from depleted land resources as well as climate factors and the impact of ash and acid rain on our agriculture productions.” After observing the increase of lifestyle disease such as diabetes, hypertension and obesity, Minister Farrell said that one must agree that those diseases can all be combated by producing and consuming fresh locally grown produce. “Backyard gardening brings together all the necessary elements to effectively deal with the shortness of available land, while the same time fulfilling the nutrition and physical needs of many families,” he said. Participants on the tour, included mainly Technical staff of the Department of Agriculture and personnel from the media. The tour took in four households, where they also produce chickens in special designs backyard units, designed to carry twentyfive boilers. There were five families who are in the process of producing fresh vegetables cont’d. on page 16
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Friday, July 06, 2012
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Montserrat CYAs set the tone for local youth development “We are the voice of our generation and through the CARICOM Youth Ambassador (CYA) Programme we work together to influence the direction of youth programming in the region,” Montserrat’s Youth Ambassador, Mr. Ian Gerald sets the tone for the CYA Corps prospect.
According to a CYA Press Release, Mr. Gerald made the statement on return from the CYA Corps Regional meeting held at Suriname’s Torarica Hotel from June 11 - June 13 with colleague Miss Claris Yearwood. In May the two assumed appointments as the island’s Youth Ambassadors
to represent the interest of the youth of Montserrat. The meeting was geared towards the facilitation and development of a strategic plan to guide the work of the CYA in the region over the next three years though the review of the corps structure, the report of the CARICOM Commission on Youth Development (CCYD), and the CARICOM Youth Development Action Plan.
JUS WONDERIN
Jus wonderin column is compiled from contributions by readers and from de community. Please send by email or letter, or by calling. Jus wonderin about Montserrat netball Jus wonderin why the education minister say that day care service cost a lot and volley ball and basketball. Jus wonderin about Montserrat football of tax money. Jus wonderin if the parliamentary and its financial resources. Jus wonderin about sports leadership secretary following his showing at the Legislative Assembly is the character trait on Montserrat. Jus wonderin about cruelty to animals he wants graduates from MSS to adopt. Jus wonderin how much new money on Montserrat. Jus wonderin why they slaughter the the new tariff bring into the treasury. Jus wonderin how many old laws SRO animals in the unsafe zone and still leave the premier repealed to get his quick tax three quarters of the meat out there to rot. Jus wonderin when Montserrat will get money scheme. Jus wonderin if a school bus cost more somebody to fix washing machines. Jus wonderin why dem no bring than it cost to run all the day care centers sombady from Barbuda to fix the washing on Montserrat. Jus wonderin why they have to add new machines. Jus wonderin about the hot mix asphalt offices at bank of Montserrat n y dm no pay plant and de road delay, and if is true de shareholders dem dividend. Jus wonderin how much m board de money is over $24 million from $15 million members have shares in de BOM. Jus wonderin if somebody will have to Jus wonderin if the design of the bank design and build the replacement parts. obsolete or too small. Jus wonderin about the architects on Jus wonderin if the part so heavy that Montserrat. it can’t be airfreight to Antigua Jus wonderin about the design of the Jus wonderin about de queen jubilee party, all who sorry dem no go. pwd buildingg and the museum. Jus wonderin if a true dm invite 10% Jus wonderin about the recent cricket tournament and Montserrat performance. of the population.
Mr. Gerald stated that, “Our regional meetings give us a chance to share the concerns of the young people of Montserrat with youth representatives from the other member countries of CARICOM, along with policy and decision makers within the CARICOM Secretariat.” At the meeting supported by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) Youth Innovation (Youth-IN) project, a Caribbean network for youth development work, the agenda included discussions on avenues
Government Departments and Ministries, as well as tools for effective marketing of the activities of the CYA Corps. The group also joined Suriname Government officials in discussions of issues affecting young people across regional borders. In his opening remarks Suriname’s Minister of Sport and Youth Affairs, Hon. Ismantho Adna vowed the support of his Government-particularly the Ministry of Sport and Youth Affairs “…Stands ready to
Declaration and to integrate the outcomes in Suriname’s youth policy.” CARICOM Youth Ambassadors (CYAs) is a regional network of young Caribbean nationals mandated by CARICOM Heads of Governments to advocate for and educate young people about regional priorities such as AIDS and the CARICOM Single Market and Economy. They perform a dual role, addressing youth issues at the national level within a regional strategic framework, as well as
for establishing and strengthen- implement the outcomes of bringing national issues to the ing collaborations with local the meeting and the recom- attention of the Region’s policy youth organizations, NGOs, mendations in the Paramaribo makers and planners.
Backyard gardening and herbs under covered production which includes hoop houses, greenhouse and adaptations. Jerome Meade provided Feedback. His farm is located in Lookout. He is actively producing under the hoop house, he noted that Lookout is a very challenging area to farm due to the amount of excessive amount of breeze and pests. Nevertheless he is encouraging persons to take advantage of a backyard garden, “ …if everybody plants two or three square feet in their yard, Montserrat would go a
long way in self-sufficiency.” Said Jerome. Primary schools, Light House Academy in Brades and St.Ausgtine Primary in Woodlands have also been included in the Backyard Garden program. Director of Agriculture Melissa O’garro said that it is expected that the other two primary schools on island will be brought on board with the program at the start of the new school year in September. The students at both schools showed off how they
Jus wonderin bout sand mining and Belham or Foxes bay Jus wonderin whats up with the new pension law and weather it works for people. Jus wonderin if de actuarial review is complete and when dey going fix um. Jus wonderin if de new man at revenue will put him military and prison bakcground to good use Jus wonderin who going to carry out de
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were taking care of their backyard garden. Each student took turn watering the plants and pulling out weeds. When asked how they are enjoying agriculture one child expressed that he enjoyed agriculture very much. “I like farming because my mother encourages me in the farm.” The teachers pitched in expressing their own excitement at the students’ performance. The farthest south garden visited was in Hope, Salem, where Donna Henry’s garden featured.
premier mandate to hound and imprison tax defaulters. Jus wonderin bout de economie Jus wonderin when we go start de outsourcing ting. Jus wonderin why dem send the retiring lady to Singapore, and who get victimized meantime. Jus wonderin when dem goin think future and stop lyin bout interested in youth. Jus wonderin bout culture policy - hmm