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Jesus said, “Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” - Mark 10:15 (NIV)
Alric Taylor,
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Deputy Governor After months of advertising and re advertising since May this year, shortlisting and revisions thereof, Government House today announced that the Secretary of State for Foreign & Commonwealth Office has approved the appointment of Mr. Alric Taylor as the next Deputy Governor of Montserrat. “Mr Taylor was the unanimous choice of the local interview panel.” The Governor on September 12, 2012 had informed the media that following the shortlisting of three of six candidates, they were required to write an essay, which required them to advise as how they would lift the status of the Deputy Governor’s offi ce and its functions. He said the shortlist was increased to five out of the six persons and they would have been subject to individual interviews, after which a selection would have been made. The Premier was asked at his recent press confer-
ence, which actually took place the day after the interviews were held (Monday, Sep 17 and 19), what his role was in the appointment of the Deputy Governor. The Premier explained that his role is one of consultation to the Governor, who was ultimately responsible for the appointment. “My relationship would be one of discussion with the governor but the governor does not necessarily have to take my advice…in consultation means that we have a discussion…In the case of the Deputy Governor it is not a political appointment and therefore it does not fall to the remit of the premier, only consultation,” he explains. The premier also shed some light, or hinted at his discussion with the Governor on the shortlisting confusion. “…What happened here was that I raised an objection to the short-ltising in that I did not think that the short-ltising was being done in a proper
manner…therefore it could have been a set up to select somebody, so you don’t necessarily have the short listing of the best three or of the best of the lot.” He xplained further, “you have two not so good and one very good… which means when the interviews happen the one that you wanted will come out up front. So, I’m saying no. You had some very good candidates, let all of them come before the selection panel and let the selection panel give an opinion on the basis of the interviews and on the basis of their own judgment.” There were six applicants. After the first round of advertising, it was reported that the Governor did not feel there were enough candidates. A
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second advertisement was made and one additional person, after being encouraged to apply, successfully did so. The release of Mr. Taylor’s appointment announced that he will start in his new role in early November. It says: “He brings a range of relevant skills and experience, and most recently worked as Advisor to the Constitution
and Commissions Secretariat. He has also served as Permanent Secretary in two departments, and as principal of the Montserrat Secondary School.” Mrs Sarita Francis will demit the office at the end of October, having served as Deputy Governor since 2009. She was not part of the interviewing committee which consisted, H E Governor Davis, chairman;
Attorneys-at-Law Kenneth Allen QC, and Mrs. Sheree Jemmotte-Rodney of the AG’s Chambers, Drew Tetlow, DFID Governance Adviser. The Governor had earlier advised that the process would be observed by John Ryan, chairman of the Public Service Commission. Mr. Ryan is also chairman of the Board of Montserrat Development Corporation.
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RFA Argus ship visits Montserrat As Montserrat remains vigilant throughout this hurricane season, a visit from the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) causality ship “Argus” served to boost the island’s level of preparedness in the case of a natural disaster. The three-day visit was a first for the vessel to Montserrat, and ran from September 5 to 7, 2012. The voyage and subsequent visit to the island commenced early August 2012, as part of the ship’s Royal Navy Atlantic Patrol, which enforces the United Kingdom’s year round commitment to the region. Argus is the current Atlantic Patrol Task Force (North) vessel and is expected to remain in the Caribbean waters until December. As one of the largest ships in the RFA’s fleet, the 200 crew-membership is positioned in the Caribbean Sea throughout the hurricane season and is ready to provide assistance and relief in the instance of any disaster. During their time on island, RFA Captain Gerard Patterson met with the Governor, His Excellency Adrian Davis
and other heads of the community, to get an overview of the island and its disaster management. The crew also visited the Montserrat Observatory for an overview of Montserrat’s volcanic situation and conducted training with members of the Disaster Management Corporation Agency (DMCA) and members of the Royal Montserrat Defense Force (RMDF). Aboard the vessel, the crew entertained visits from: students of the Montserrat Community College, members of the media, cadets, Fire offi cers and other
territories…basically telling everybody what we can assist in, if there should be a disaster. Then we engaged or go into details with their disaster management or-
ganization and see what state they’re at and what information we can glean from each other, as to how we can best assess and assist. Of course we don’t take over we just assess as much as we can with the team we got on board.”
uniformed bodies. They also hosted a cocktail party aboard the vessel for some 60 members of the community. The Captain gave a brief insight to the journey. He said, “We’ve visited most of the UK
SAGICOR LIFE INC MICHELLE WALL, of Massachusetts, U.S.A., having made sworn deposition that Policy No. S05401587 issued by Sagicor Life Inc on the life of ……… has been lost, and having made application to the Directors to grant a duplicate of the same, notice is hereby given that unless objection is raised within one (1) month of the date hereof, the duplicate policy asked for will be issued. Dated 07 September, 2012 By Order Sandra Osborne, Corporate Secretary
WORKSHOP IN FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES The Montserrat Development Corporation in collaboration with the CDB’s Caribbean Technological Consultancy Services (CTCS) Network will be mounting a five-day Workshop in Financial Management Techniques for micro, Small and medium-sized Enterprises. This workshop will be held on 8, 9, 11 and 15, 16 October at the Grandview Restaurant in Baker Hill. Interested persons are invited to register for this workshop at the Montserrat Development Corporation on or before Wednesday October 3rd during office hours.
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR The Montserrat Development Corporation is seeking the services of a suitably qualified person to fill the post of Office Administrator. The purpose of the job is to provide a wide range of professional administrative support to the Montserrat Development Corporation’s teams. Detailed information as to the duties and responsibilities can be obtained from the Office of the MDC Little Bay. Interested Person must have: At least five (5) years experience managing an office Working knowledge of Human Resource Policies Good interpersonal skills Salary is negotiable based on qualification and experience. Application for the Post of Office Administrator, MDC should be addressed to: The Chairman Montserrat Development Corporation Little Bay Montserrat
And should reach him no later than Friday 19 October 2012
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Atom Solutions to conduct Environmental Impact Assessment ahead of geothermal project The Government of Montserrat has contracted A Barbadosbased Company to conduct an Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) in connection with the impending geothermal exploration. Director of Public Works in the Ministry of Communications and Works, Ron Beardsley confirmed that Atom Solutions Inc., a global energy and technology
services provider registered in Barbados won the contract. Montserrat has been preparing to begin exploratory drilling in connection with geothermal development at the base of Richmond Hill within the daytime exclusion zone. Beardsley explained, “The outcomes from the ESIA will determine if restrictions or mitigation measures are required to minimise
the impact on any endangered fauna/flora, wildlife habitats or water sources. It also looks at potential impacts on the public and residents nearby. “Given the location we are not anticipating too many issues. The impact of ash and acid rain has taken its toll on the area and there are no habitable dwellings nearby,” the PWD head added.
Drilling tenders complete submitting a properly documented turn of the year. We will then test
Following the completion and evaluation of the ESIA, the next stage is to appoint a drilling contractor to drill two exploratory production wells. The Procurement Board opened drilling tenders on August 31. The officials reported that there was one valid tender after another from a group that has interest in the Nevis geothermal project, failed in
tender. The Icelandic Drilling Company Ltd. ended being the only valid bidder coming in at just over $6.5 million. The bid is reportedly being considered and will move through the tender processes. According to Beardsley, he said: “The drilling will take approximately four months and is expected to commence at the
the resource over several months before deciding on the next phase of the project”. The ESIA project start date is September 12 and the project duration is expected to last six weeks. Anticipating no adverse in the report, Montserrat may be on the way to delivering geothermal energy within two years following June next year.
Summary Report of Proceedings of the Legislative Assembly held on 19th September 2012. 1.
The following papers were laid on the Table;-
(a) Financial Secretary (i) Report on the performance of the budget for the period April - June 2012; (ii) S R & O No. 24 of 2012 - Customs Duties and Consumption Tax (Montserrat Cultural Centre) (Exemption) Order 2012; (iii) S R & O No. 27 of 2012 - Customs Duties and Consumption Tax (Montserrat Red Cross) (Exemption) Order 2012; (iv) S R & O No. 28 of 2012 - Customs Duties and Consumption Tax (LAB Works Ltd) (Exemption) Order 2012; (v) S R & O No. 29 of 2012 - Customs duties and Consumption Tax (Montobacco Ltd) (Exemption) Order 2012; (vi) S R & O No. 32 of 2012 - Proceeds of Crime (Seizure And Detention of Cash) Order 2012; (vii) S R & O No. 33 of 2012 - Income and Corporation Tax (Montobacco Ltd) (Exemption) order 2012; (viii)S R & O No. 36 of 2012 - Immigration (Residence and Work Permit Fees) (Amendment) Regulations 2012; (ix) S R & O No. 37 of 2012 -Customs Duties and Consumption Tax (Developer) (Homes Built for Sale or Rental) (Exemption) Order 2012; (x) S R & O No 38 of 2012 -Customs Duties and Consumption Tax (Keith Maynard) (Exemption) Order 2012; (xi) S R & O No. 39 of 2012 -Customs Duties and Consumption Tax (Farmgate Inc.) (Exemption) Order 2012; (b) Attorney General (i) S R & O No. 30 of 2012 - Forestry, Wildlife, National Parks and Protected Areas (Wildlife Reserve) (Repeal) Order 2012; (ii) S R & O No. 31 of 2012 -Forestry, Wildlife, National Parks and Protected Areas (Conservation Area) (Repeal) Order 2012; (iii) S R & O No. 34 of 2012 -Proclamation Proroguing the Legislative Assembly; (iv) S R & O No. 35 of 2012 -Proclamation Appointing a Session of the Legislative Assembly; (v) S R & O No. 40 of 2012 -Proclamation Appointing a Session of the Legislative Assembly; (vi) S R & O No. 41 of 2012 -Proclamation Appointing a Session of the Legislative Assembly. The First, Second and Third Readings of the following Bills took place: (i) ‘Supplementary Appropriation Bill 2012’ First Reading - 19th September 2012 Second Reading - 19th September 2012 Third Reading - 19th September 2012
The Bill was passed with the following amendments: 6A (3) 6B(1)(a)
Delete ‘%’ and replace with the words ‘percentage points’. Delete ii, iii, iv, v, vi and replace with the words ‘All sporting organisations registered under the Laws of Montserrat’. The First Reading of the following Bills took place: (i) ‘Matrimonial Proceedings Bill 2012’ First Reading - 19th September 2012 This Bill seeks to provide for the dissolution of marriages and to provide for related or incidental matters. Jurisdiction of the Court, dissolution proceedings and corollary relief are provided for in the Bill. (ii) ‘Eastern Caribbean Magistrates Agreement Bill 2012’ First Reading - 19th September 2012 This Bill seeks to give effect to The Eastern Caribbean Magistrates Agreement. The agreement provides, among other things, for the terms and conditions of employment of Magistrates, tenure of office of Magistrates, retirement and pension, continuing education for Magistrates and training of staff, reports to Chief Justice and the provision of facilities. (iii) ‘Criminal Justice (International Co-operation) (Amendment) Bill 2012’ First Reading - 19th September 2012 This Bill seeks to amend the Criminal Justice (International Cooperation) Act (CAP.4.06). Clause 3 of the Bill inserts a new section 3 (A) of the principal Act and Clause 4 of the Bill amends section 4(3) of the Act. Clause 5 amends section 8 of the principal Act by inserting subsection (1A). Clause 6 of the Bill amends section 9 of the Principal Act by deleting subsection (6). Clause 7 amends section 19(2) of the Act by deleting “Attorney General and substituting “Director of Public Prosecutions”. Clause 8 of the Bill deletes section 22(2). (iv) ‘Complaints Commission (Amendment) Bill 2012’ First Reading - 19th September 2012 The Bill seeks to amend the Complaints Commission Act (No. 19 of 2011). Clause 2 amends the definition of “complaint” by removing the reference to ‘a request” and replacing it with a reference to “a circumstance”. Clause 3 amends section 6(b) of the Act by replacing the existing paragraph with the words “would be disqualified to be a member of the Legislative Assembly under section 52 of the Montserrat Constitution Order 2010”. (v) ‘Status of Children Bill 2012’ First Reading 19th September 2012 This Bill seeks to provide for the equal status of children. It considers (1) the status of children – determination of relationship, presumption of paternity, presumptions where child is born as a result of artificial conception procedures and instruments filed in the Registry. (2) Parentage - declaration of parentage, parentage testing procedures, matters to be taken into account by Court in making determination, reports of parentage testing procedure and approved laboratory. (3) Disposition of property – transitional provisions relating to instruments, persons dealing with property after the commencement of this Act and protection of executors, administrators and trustees.
This Bill seeks to sanction certain payments from the Consolidated and Development Funds in excess of the sums provided by law for the services of the Government of Montserrat for the period ending on the 31st day of March 2013. Bills that had their first readings can be read The Bill was passed with no amendment. places: (ii) ‘Customs Duties and Consumption Tax (Amendment) Bill 2012’ Legislature Department Legal Department First Reading - 19th September 2012 #1 Farara Plaza Valley View th Second Reading - 19 September 2012 Brades Brades th Third Reading - 19 September 2012 Montserrat Montserrat This Bill seeks to amend the Customs Duties and Consumption Tax Act. (CAP Judith C. Baker 17.05). Clerk of the Legislative Assembly
in their entirety at any of the following Public Library Government of BBC Complex Montserrat Website Brades Montserrat
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Letters/Opinion
Feedback on ‘School years begins in turmoil’ and ‘Cutbacks in It’s time for exposures Montserrat is farcical, but indeactivate those in the middle scribably wrong in education’ EDITORIAL
When Premier Meade two weeks ago lashed out before leaving for participation in the annual Overseas Territories Consultative Council (OTCC), at Her Majesty’s Government (HMG) saying he was sick and tired of their many questions, which he regarded as rubbish. He said that he “had enough of studies and consultations,” as he thought it was, “… time for us to start moving forward on developmental issues and stop studying things to death.” The many questions he referred to was seemingly in connection with Montserrat’s involvement in the OECS and by extension to CSME and CARICOM. In the midst of all that he and his government is hounded by the Opposition Leader, Don(aldson) Romeo that they do not consult enough on pertinent matters with the people of Montserrat. On that question of consultation, Romeo wants the Premier before signing any treaty to satisfy that the people of Montserrat are conversant with what is involved in joining be it OECS or CSME or any matter which touches deeply the country. However, regarding these studies that the Premier has expressed such deep frustration, the population, which as far as Montserratians (indigenous), those born here are now less than the all-time low of 1997 (approx. 3700 which included just over 600 non-Montserratians), would share the frustration as it is often said “we have been over consulted”. Too many consultancies, they would say, but the question more appropriately should be, ‘how have we benefited from the consultancies?’ If one were to consider that it is rumoured that presently there are even less resident Montserratians as described above today (rumour because no official figures have been presented since census over two months ago), it can be said that the consultancies have not borne any fruits. The big problem however is that very little is known about the reports from the consultancies. The accusation that the new Constitution would still have been debated if it had to go through a referendum is quite real. Reports are not published although they may be found in some archive or on very dusty shelves hardly if at all considered. That has become worst and hence the frustration. But who should be blamed for that? All that really did is give HMG more excuses, “for us to start moving forward on developmental issues and stop studying things to death,” to quote the Premier again. In January, 1998 Chief Minister Brandt repeatedly said that the British promises are not followed by action and he has come not to trust them. “the word “commitment” has become a ‘bad-word’ in Montserrat.” (see http://www.montserratreporter.org/index.php?option=com_ wrapper&view=wrapper&Itemid=50) Brandt was chief minister for only a few months when he said, “In my association with the British sometimes, it seems that they have grown accustomed to telling Montserrat politicians, ‘This is what we have decided and you have to agree to it.’ Interestingly, at the time we reported this, “…but other elected members, Hon. Reuben Meade and, Brunel Meade were on the other end of the position…” By year end Montserrat had its first Sustainable Development Plan. By 2000, the agreement was, when consultants made their findings, they must be followed by proposals, and they were also to commit to how those proposals would be carried out once agreed. So what has changed? The Premier must tell the people what the rubbish questions are; as well as, specifically what and who causes the stalls and delays that keep Montserrat from going forward as he postures. HMG must stop punishing the people. Could it be that 4,000 at best out of 239,000 are so insignificant, never mind a few thousand might return if circumstances were right? With their help the problems they face can be exposed. Just as we are asked to provide the environment, we will ask them to do the same. It didn’t take Governor Davis too long to begin to ponder, it does take time to get things done, only that nothing seems to get done.
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What is our country coming to? I don't want to critize anyone. The situation is too critical to take cheap shots at this point. I have fired enough shots for now. It was part of my effort to agitate and to energize fellow Montserratians so that we stop “muching-up” our leaders in civic and political offices. Yet things are going from bad to worst. How can physics be removed from the curriculum. Mathematics and English might be next. Morality and justice are already in decline. Political leadership is absent. What is going to happen to us? Is this the ‘beginning of the end’? Just like we can't be wrong
and still right; we cannot do evil, unjust, stupid, hateful and dictatorial things and still get progress. Waves of discontent, the result of mismanagement and injustices, have been washing up on our shores for years now. Yet we have responded like drunken tourists who happen to be visiting here just for a while. But in reality this is the only country we have. We may go to England and collect welfare handouts. We wouldn't have to pay for them, except, possibly with the price of lost pride, dignity, and ambition. It makes me want to cry. To be quite honest I am crying already. I cry for my country as I type this post. My God please help us! Give
Why?
Why didn’t the Government announce the bid price from the public opening of the Geothermal Drilling proposal which was $ 3,360,032 US Dollars (over 19 million EC)? Why did the Government say that they have 12.9 million EC for the complete Geothermal proving, when the only acceptable bid for the drilling alone, was 19.1 million EC? Why has it taken FIVE months to issue the contract for the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment when the finance was made available in May? Why have the contracts for the ground works etc. not gone out to tender to local companies? Why has the work not started and been completed ready for drilling to commence? Why would PWD or MUL be involved when they are so busy elsewhere? Why has the Ministry of Communications and Works stated that drilling will not start until 2013? Why, since there was only one acceptable bid, can the contract not be issued to I.D.C. who have indicated that their equipment is ready and waiting in Dominica for the order to be deployed? Why are the authorities suggesting, that it will take
us the grace to do what is right: for our parents, our children, and our children's children. But not only for them, for Montserratians living in exile, many of whom survive in extremely difficult conditions, where loneliness is their constant companion and welfare the food of their existence - due to no fault of their own. I know Lord we can do better if we follow your precepts. But in your infinite wisdom you have given us free will. I try to tell them that freedom is never free. They think it’s just old-talk. Lord thanks for listening. Your holy will be done! Johnny Mac
months to test the resource, when the experts say that one month is more than sufficient? Why all the delay, is it man made OR politically fuelled? Why, if the island has the requisite geothermal energy, should the people be forced to continue to pay more for expensive electricity, to suit the whims of the establishment? Why should the people even consider handing over geothermal to MUL, when there are other more attractive alternatives? Why has the Premier not called for a Freedom of Information clause to be added to the Constitution Order, when he agitated for it, whilst in opposition? Why has there been no contract placed for the upgrade to the Brades Power Station? Why has there been a seven month delay, who is responsible? Why are the new contract procedures enshrined in Montserrat Law, not being adhered to? WHAT HAS BEEN GOING ON BEHIND THE SCENES, WHICH THE PEOPLE OF MONTSERRAT ARE NOT AWARE OF OR TOLD.. Worried Islander.
Our Scripture Verse Today A Christ Carrier
Jesus said, “Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” - Mark 10:15 (NIV) I recently developed a theory called “Intelligent Influence.”™ In the context of Christianity, this simply means that in order to live the life that God calls us to live, we have to consciously manage how we are influenced and how we influence others. All of us have power to influence others. Recently my 21-month-old daughter demonstrated her influence at dinner one night. As we sat down to eat, Ashley grabbed our hands and bowed her head.
My wife and I were astonished that our daughter had carefully watched us pray before every meal and was influenced to do the same. This simple act by a young child convinced me of the importance of being aware of the influence we all have. Furthermore, as Christians we are called to allow God to guide our prayer life and every other part of our lives as well. We can also strive to demonstrate and be a positive Christian influence in the lives of others by attempting to do what God calls us to do, minute by minute, wherever we find ourselves. Dale G. Caldwell (New Jersey, USA)
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Restrict use of sodas for healthy living, but manufacture tobacco for export In one sweeping move while giving incentives and tax concessions for the manufacturing of tobacco which is said to kill 15,000 people per day globally, Premier Reuben Meade proudly announces that sodas will draw the same increased tariff as alcohol as of October 1. The new measure will appear in the new tariff, which is expected to become effective on October 1, 2012, and will replace the deceptively flawed law that had been introduced on June 1 this year. The Hon. Premier announced: “I know that sometimes people say, ”why are you doing that you’re
Hon. Premier Reuben T. Meade
driving up the cost of living, but without any apologies, and I speak on behalf of my colleagues, (noting no one-manism) we have classified sodas in the same category as alcohol and therefore we make abso-
Rotaractors give to the community, the elderly and children The Rotaract Club of Montserrat donated a basket of toiletries to the Margetson Memorial Home on Thursday, August 30, 2012. The handover took place at the Home and was done by the President Miss Lyandra Hobson and Club Community Services Director, Mr. Geffen Gerrald. The basket included toilet papers, toothpastes, vaselines, juice and other much needed items. Also during the week the Rotaract Club donated School uniforms and shoes, as part of their annual Back-to-School scholarship, to families that were identified by the Community Services Department. Additional items to include Gift Certificates and lunch bags, compli-
ments Johnnies' Mecca Fashions and Karishma, were also donated to two (2) other families.
The Rotaract Club continues to look forward to giving back to the Community.
PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate ofLEWIS WESLEY BROWNE, deceased
VACANCY NOTICE CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the post of Customer Service Representative. Qualifications and Experience The applicants must:
he didn’t wish to waste any more time talking about the tobacco factory, but in response to, “ just the question as a rice mill verses a tobacco factory,” he responded: “If there is a rum factory that wants to come into Montserrat, I will say yes, If there is for example a company that wants to come here to do gambling, I will say no, because gambling in Montserrat will include local people, it also includes a certain level of criminality into your society which I personally have a difficulty with but I want us to stop being so very hypocritical. Where a project comes forward, you have objections to it but when it was happening in the society without people of Montserrat benefiting, you (the people) did not make any objections.” He concluded: “xxxxx, I have not heard you object, anybody like you object to people smoking in Montserrat or government collecting taxes.” When he said, he raised sodas (aerated beverages) to the same level as alcohol, the information in the new tariff shows: 2202.10.10 Aerated beverages Duty 20% kg and l C o n sumption tax 45% Beer 15% kg and l 75% Stout 15% kg and l 75% Other 15% kg and l 75% Whiskies: In bottles of a strength not exceeding 46% vol 20% kgand l 65% Other 20% kg and l 65% Rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar cane products: In bottles of a strength not exceeding 46% vol 40% kgand l 65% Other 30% kg and l 65% Gin and Geneva: In bottles of a strength not exceeding 46% vol 30% kg and l 65% Other 30% kg and l 65% Vodka 30% kg and l 65% Liqueurs and cordials 60% kg and l 65%
LEGAL NOTICE IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUSTICE
ST PATRICKS CO-OPERATIVE CREDIT UNION LTD
lutely no apologies for putting on the same consumption tax on these sodas as we are putting on the alcoholic beverages.” He was giving a feature address at the opening of the Non Communicable Diseases Forum under the theme: ‘Uniting to stem the tide of Chronic Diseases on Montserrat’. He stressed that parents in particular can make better choices and use the fruits that are available; “at least one at some time in the year, rather than the ‘American apple’.” “We have to protect our children,” he told the audience. “Government will put in place that school meal program included in it as I’ve seen, there will be fruit included in every meal and there will be no sodas.” Tobacco Manufacturing in Montserrat, a done deal At a rare press conference the following day, the Premier refused to speak further on the Tobacco manufacturing which he said was a done deal to be concluded next day at the Sitting of the Legislative Assembly. At the press conference he drew reference to the rice mill of the 90s just prior to the onset of the volcanic activity. He had said
Have a minimum of six (6) CXC O’level passes inclusive of Mathematics, English and other business related subjects. CAPE A’level subject passes in business related subjects will be an asset. Be computer literate with basic proficiency in Microsoft office Suite. Customer oriented with a pleasant disposition. Have excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills. Be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Applications, accompanied by curriculum vitae, should be address to the: The General Manager St Patricks Co-operative Credit Union Ltd P.O. Box 337 Brades, Montserrat West Indies Fax: 1-664-491-6566 E-mail: info@spccu.ms Deadline for submission of application is October 3, 2012
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 Letters of Administration in the Estate of LEWIS WESLEY BROWNE who died on the 15th day of September, 2011 be granted to MARY JANE DELORES BROWNE his wife and personal representative of the deceased and one of the persons 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. ANY person objecting to the issuance of a Grant to the Applicant should notify the Registrar of the High Court not later than 14 days from the date of this Notice. Dated this 28th day of September, 2012 BRANDT & ASSOCIATES Attorneys-at-Law ISLAND OF MONTSERRAT A.D.2012 [PROBATE DIVISION] LEGAL NOTICE In the Estate of BENJAMIN ALLEN 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 a Grant of Letters of Administration of the Estate of BENJAMIN ALLEN deceased, late of Salt Springs, Montserrat who died on the 3rd day of December, 1952 be issued to JAMES WILSTON ALLEN of Brades, Montserrat, the son of the said 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 14th day of September 2012 Marcelle E.M. Watts Attorney at law for the Applicant
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Nagico commemorates 30 years of existence monetary donations to three non-profit organizations which include: the Montserrat Diabetes Foundation, The Montserrat Festival Committee and the Montserrat National Spelling Bee Foundation. At the end of the ceremony the audience and guests were treated to lunch
The cutting of an unusually large glazed cake, adorned in the Nagico Insurance logo colours of green and white, the company marked a milestone as they celebrated Thirty (30) years of existence in the largest ever Customer Appreciation Day, during a ceremony at the Lyme on Thursday, September 6. Several Government Ministers and official, including the Hon Premeir, Ruenben T Meade along with the Honourable Financial Secretary Mr. John Skerritt who commended the Company for their many years of service to the community. Premier Meade said in brief remarks, “When you look at the recent history of insurance and the OECS (Organization of the Eastern Caribbean States), NAGICO seems to be one of those companies that is a rock solid company,” he said. “Montserrat has gone through the debacle of CL Financials and all of the issues
that are pertaining thereto. As a consequence, the OECS governments have taken the decision that insurance companies will be more closely monitored, but I know in the case of NAGICO, you are almost self-monitored.” Meanwhile CEO of Nagico, Imran McSood-Amjad, stationed in St. Martin, joined in the celebration. In his speech at the ceremony he assured residents and clients of the company’s commitment to the island and the social development of the community. He boasted of the company’s 99% employment of Caribbean nationals and their contribution to the success of the company while encouraging locals and Caribbean people in general to believe in the expertise of Caribbean people and their ability to produce high quality, high standard work. In a show of their commitment to social development With the compliments of the within the island Nagico made Health Promotion Unit World Heart Day - 29 September 2012 The heart is the organ that sustains the pulse of life. The average adult heart beat is 70-75 beats per minute. Children have a higher rate in the 80's and 90's, depending on their age. The younger the child, the faster the heart rate. Interestingly, females generally have a slightly higher heart rate than males. According to the World Health Organization, cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the world’s largest killers, claiming 17.3 million lives a year. Cardiovascular diseases are disorders of the circulatory system which include heart diseases and stroke. A major risk factors for CVD is high blood pressure along with raised cholesterol and glucose levels. High
and souvenirs. They also had the opportunity to talk with Mr. Amjad-McSood, and local representatives of Nagico Insurance, Mrs. Judith Greer, Mrs. Yvette Ryan and other representatives. Nagico Insurance Company started in 1982 as an insurance company in St. Martin and has served the Montserrat market for 15 years up to present. Today Nagico ranks among the biggest insurance companies in
the region and is the largest privately owned insurance group in the Caribbean. Nagico is the third largest general insurance provider and the second larg-
est Premium income group in the region. Today they operate in 19 territories. The group is expected to open a new office in Grenada.
Making your heart strong and healthy blood pressure is called the "silent killer" because it often has no warning signs or symptoms, and many people don't realize they have it. When your blood pressure is high: • You are 4 times more likely to die from a stroke • You are 3 times more likely to die from heart disease. Even blood pressure that is slightly high can put you at greater risk. Blood pressure is measured using two numbers. The first (systolic) number represents the pressure in your blood vessels when your heart beats. The second (diastolic) number represents the pressure in your vessels when your heart rests between beats. If the measurement reads 120 systolic and 80 diastolic, you would say "120 over 80" or write "120/80 mmHg
(Source - CDC) Know your risks factors Some risk factors are more serious than others. For example, smoking carries a far greater risk for heart disease than the taking of oral contraceptives which represent a tiny risk. Below is a list of high blood pressure risk factors. If you have any of these risk factors you should have your blood pressure checked every time you visit the health clinic or your doctor. For those who fall into several risk categories, you should consider acquiring an automatic blood pressure monitor to check your pressure on a regular basis. • Cigarette smoking or secondhand smoke exposure on a daily basis • Diabetes (a fasting glucose higher than 125 mg/dL) • Kidney disease
• Family history of hypertension • Obesity or overweight • Physically inactive or sedentary lifestyle • Men over the age of 45 • Women over the age of 55 • Taking oral contraceptives • High cholesterol levels • Alcohol abuse Effects of High Blood Pressure High blood pressure can damage your health in many ways. For instance, it can harden the arteries; decrease the flow of blood and oxygen to the heart. This reduced blood flow can cause: • Chest pain (angina). • Heart failure, which occurs when the heart cont’.d on page 7
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VACANCY NOTICE MANAGER – MONTSERRAT PORT AUTHORITY Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the post of Manager, Montserrat Port Authority.
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JOB PURPOSE To plan, coordinate and control, and manage the operations of the Montserrat Port Authority in accordance with the Montserrat Port Authority Ordinance. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The person engaged shall hold the post of Port Manager Montserrat Port Authority and shall perform and discharge all such powers, functions and duties entrusted to the Port Manager under the provisions of the Port Authority Act (CAP 7.09). In addition to these duties above, the person engaged shall be responsible for: (a) The general supervision and co-ordination of all of the Port’s Operations, including planning and future development (b) Exercising the duties of the Harbour Master as stipulated by the Harbour Master Act (c) Administering the development and maintenance of a competent and adequate organization with respect to both its structure and its personnel. Ensures that appropriate training policies are developed and implemented (d) Developing and recommends to the Port’s Board Members specific policies and objectives to be pursued by the Port in achieving its stated goals. Ensures that all decisions made by the Board are implemented in an efficient and expedient manner; (e) Undertaking Public Relations for the Montserrat Port Authority including press releases and radio announcements; (f) Presenting to the Board annually for approval capital and operating budgets for the coming fiscal year. Ensures that corrective action is taken by the appropriate and departmental manager when variations arise between actual and budgeted results (g) Developing and recommends to the Board for adoption Corporate/Business Plans and operational plans for the Montserrat Port Authority for the coming year and at the same time as the budgets are presented. Ensures that each manager understands their respective departmental plans and that every effort is made to achieve them (h) Assessing the performance of direct subordinates and reviewing the performance of such subordinates at least annually on a formal basis (i) Reviewing manpower needs, prepares manpower budgets and supervises the recruitment of necessary to carry out assigned functions (j) Ensuring that an effective personal administration system is established and maintained, including the maintenance of appropriate personnel records; the recruiting, training, promotion and dismissal of staff, the establishment and review of an appropriate employee benefits package; and the development of an effective employee safety program (k) Ensuring that the Port’s Labor relations requirement are met, including analysis and development of managements’ proposals; the conduct of negotiations with Unions; the observance of the terms for the collective agreement (l) Assuming responsibility for the development and execution of a public relations program to project a favorable image of the Port and its services to the local community and the shipping industry. (m) Keeping abreast and acting in accordance with all Government regulations and statutory obligations relating to port activities (n) Reviewing all proposed capital expenditures and capital works projects with the Departmental Managers and recommends capital expenditure programs to the Board (o) Authorizing expenditures in accordance with Board policies (p) Acting as a goodwill ambassador in day to day dealings with the business community and Port users. PERSONNEL SPECIFICATIONS Applicants should: Have a first degree from a recognised tertiary institution in Port Operation and/or Management, Finance, or a related discipline. Alternatively, the candidate must have at least five (5) years management experience in a Port, private or public sector organization. Be able to communicate effectively with persons at all levels, both orally and in writing; Be able to motivate people; Possess leadership skills, analytical and organizational ability, initiative and drive. Have a good level of computer literacy. Experience in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel is essential. SUPERVISION Reports to and is subject to the directives of the Chairman of the Montserrat Authority. REMUNERATION The following is proposed as the basic salary and allowances for the Manager Basic Salary Allowances Travel Entertainment Telephone
EC$89,268 EC$8,400pa EC$3,600pa EC$1,200pa
Employment would be on contract for a period of two (2) years, but is subject to a three month probationary period. A gratuity of 12.5% of the basic salary will be paid upon satisfactory completion of contract. APPLICATION PROCEDURE Applications are to be accompanied by full curriculum vitae, certified copies of relevant qualifications and two (2) recent letters of reference and addressed to the Chairman of the Montserrat Port Authority, c/o Ministry of Communications, Works and Labour, Woodlands, Montserrat to reach him no later than Friday October 26, 2012.
can't pump enough blood and oxygen to your other organs. • Heart attack, which occurs when the blood supply to your heart is blocked and heart muscle cells die AUCTION NOTICE REGISTRATION SECTION MONGO HILL BLOCK 14/22
PARCEL 077
Instructed by the St Patrick’s Co-operative Credit Union, I shall sell by PUBLIC AUCTION on Wednesday the 21st day of December 2011 at 10:00a.m. the above property located at Mongo Hill. The Land Registry of the Department of Land & Surveys has filed a survey indicating that the size if the subject property is 12,196 sq ft in area or 0.28 acres. The property is located in an area that is in an residential and agricultural village area that has developed since the volcanic crisis as an expansion of the Barzey’s and Collins Ghaut area. The area is predominantly used as a residential development area away from the major road network that offers desirable characteristics that make the area highly desirable for development. The location is high above sea level under the center Hills and not only provides very exciting views of the surrounding areas but also receives high levels of rainfall that is conducive to backyard gardening. Details of the Auction may be obtained from Cassell & Lewis, Tel: 1 664 491 2136/ 1 664 493 2136 Dated the 2nd day of December 2011
AUCTION NOTICE REGISTRATION SECTION ST. PETER’S BLOCK 13/3
PARCEL 104
Instructed by the St. Patrick’s Co-operaƟve Credit Union, the law firm of Brandt & Associates will sell by PUBLIC AUCTION on Wednesday the 3rd of October, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. the property legally described as Block 13/3 Parcel 104 located at Brades in a commercial and local residenƟal area. The subject property consists of 11,326 sq. ft. of good residential land or 0.26 acres. The area is predominantly used as a commercial and residenƟal development area. It is bounded on the north and west by developed property and a paved road and on the east and south by a water course. The Auction shall be held on site. Details of the aucƟon may be obtained from BRANDT & ASSOCIATES, #4 Farara Plaza, Brades, Montserrat, Tel: 1-664-491-2429/2339. Dated the 18 th day of September, 2012.
David S. Brandt Brandt & Associates
from a lack of oxygen. The longer the blood flow is blocked, the greater the damage to the heart. • High blood pressure can burst or block arteries that supply blood and oxygen to the brain, causing a stroke. Control measures for High Blood Pressure Get regular exercise. Studies show regular aerobic exercise such as walking swimming, dancercise or jogging can lower blood pressure by increasing the elasticity of blood vessels, reducing stress and promoting weight loss. Reduce salt intake to less than one teaspoon (about 5 grams) per day. Some hidden salt culprits are soda pop especially diet soda, processed foods (ham, bacon, hot dogs, bologna and sausages), canned meats (corn beef) and some canned vegetables (especially vegetable soups). Use garlic, onions, celery, parsley and other herbal seasonings instead of salt. Drink plenty of water. Avoid caffeine and alcohol. Manage stress. Take an hour each day after work to unwind by doing something that relaxes you such as listening to music. Get plenty of sleep, leave work at work, make time for play, see friends and relatives, take up a hobby, adopt a pet have all been proven to lower blood pressure. The quest for a healthy lifestyle begins by making small but sustained changes. Be kind to your heart; invest in your health today – exercise, reduce salt and stress - you will reap the benefits.
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Kids time - In your own korner Hello everyone – It is kid’s time with Auntie Lyka “In Your Korner”. By now you would have settled in your new school, or new class. I wish you every success during this new school year. Do your revision, do your home work. Read a book. Books enlarge your world. The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you’ll go. It was a windy day. The mailman barely made it to the front door. When the door opened, Mrs. Pennington said, “hello”, but, before she had a real chance to say “thank you”, the mail blew out of the mailman’s hands, into the house and the front door slammed in his face. Mrs. Pennington ran to pick up the mail. “Oh my,” she said. Tommy was watching the shutters open and then shut, open and then shut. “Mom,” he said, “may I go outside?” “Be careful,” she said. “It’s so windy today.” Tommy crawled down from the windowseat and ran to the door. He opened it with a bang. The wind blew fiercely and snatched the newly recovered mail from Mrs. Pennington’s hands and blew it even further into the house. “Oh my,” she said again. Tommy ran outside and the door slammed shut. Outside, yellow, gold, and red leaves were leaping from swaying trees, landing on the roof, jumping off the roof, and then chasing one another down the street in tiny whirlwinds of merriment. Tommy watched in fascination. “If I was a leaf, I would fly clear across the world,” Tommy thought and then ran out into the yard among the swirl of colors. Mrs. Pennington came to the front porch. “Tommy, I have your jacket. Please put
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Hello to you my preschool friends. This week we will look at COLOURING ALPHBET PICTURES. I hope you enjoy Letter L
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In Your Own Korner. Where we will have fun Kids write your stories, tell us about yourselves. Email or post - Write to Aunty Lyka, at P.O. Box 306, Davy Hill, or send email to: kidstime@themontserratreporter.com
leaf said. “Most of my friends are there.”
High and Lifted Up it on.”
Written by Mike Krath
However, there was no Tommy in the front yard. “Tommy?” Tommy was a leaf. He was blowing down the street with the rest of his play-mates. A maple leaf came close-by, touched him and moved ahead. Tommy met him shortly, brushed against him, and moved further ahead. They swirled around and around, hit cars and poles, flew up into the air and then down again. “This is fun,” Tommy thought. The maple leaf blew in front of him. It was bright red with well-defined veins. The sun-light shone through it giving it a brilliance never before seen by a little boy’s eyes. “Where do you think we are going?” Tommy asked the leaf. “Does it matter?” the leaf replied. “Have fun. Life is short.” “I beg to differ,” an older leaf said suddenly coming beside them. “The journey may be short, but the end is the beginning.” Tommy pondered this the best a leaf could ponder. “Where do we end up?” “If the wind blows you in that direction,” the old leaf said, “you will end up in the city dump.” “I don’t want that,” Tommy said. “If you are blown in that direction, you will fly high into the air and see things that no leaf has seen before.” “Follow me to the city dump,” the maple SEND IN YOUR ANSWER TO WIN A GIFT.
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The wind blew Tommy and the maple leaf along. Tommy thought of his choices. He wanted to continue to play. “Okay,” Tommy said, “I will go with you to the dump.” The winds shifted and Tommy and the leaf were blown in the direction of the city dump. The old leaf didn’t follow. He was blown further down the block and suddenly lifted up high into the air. “Hey,” he called out, “the sights up here. They are spectacular. Come and see.” Tommy and the maple leaf ignored him. “I see something. I see the dump.” The old leaf cried out. “I see smoke. Come up here. I see fire.” “I see nothing,” the maple leaf said. Tommy saw the fence that surrounded the city dump. He was happy to be with his friend. They would have fun in the dump. Suddenly, a car pulled up. It was Tommy’s mom. Mrs. Pennington wasn’t about to let her little boy run into the city dump. “Not so fast,” she said getting out of the car. “You are not allowed to play in there. Don’t you see the smoke?” Tommy watched the maple leaf blow against the wall and struggle to get over. He ran over to get it but was unable to reach it. Mrs. Pennington walked over and took the leaf. She put it in her pocket. “There,” she said, “it will be safe until we get home.” Tommy smiled, ran to the car and got in. He rolled down the back window and looked up into the sky. He wondered where the old leaf had gone. Perhaps one day he would see what the old leaf had seen - perhaps.
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Suspect arrested in deaths of US couple on Caribbean island Associated Press PHILIPSBURG, St. Maarten – St. Maarten police on Sunday arrested a suspect in the slayings of a South Carolina couple whose slashed bodies were found in their beachfront condominium on the tiny Dutch Caribbean territory. Police spokesman Ricardo Henson said the male suspect was arrested before dawn Sunday and has not been charged yet.
Citing the territory's privacy rules, Henson declined to give further details about the suspect, saying police will issue a statement "as soon as more information can be divulged." The bodies of Michael and Thelma King were found Friday in their condominium at the Ocean Club Resort on St. Maarten, a 16-square-mile territory with about 50,000 inhab-
itants that shares a small island with the French dependency of St. Martin. Chief Prosecutor Hans Mos said both Americans appeared to have suffered fatal stab wounds. The woman was found tied to a chair, and the man was lying on the floor, partially over an overturned chair. Both were in their 50s. Autopsies were expected to be conducted M o n d a y, a c c o r d i n g t o
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST MONTSERRAT: ACCESS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (TWIN-OTTER AIRCRAFT):
Private Sector Investor Interest in Developing a Strategic Alliance/ Joint Venture Arrangement For the Operation of a DH6-6-300/200 Twin-Otter Aircraft (or comparable aircraft) to Service Montserrat The Government of Montserrat (GOM) has completed a series of strategic studies identifying the strategic importance and economic viability of expanding Montserrat’s air access capacity by operating a Twin-Otter aircraft between Montserrat and Antigua and to service other regional destinations. The redevelopment of Montserrat’s tourism sector is vitally dependent on improved air (and sea) access. GOM has established that improvements can be made to the existing quality of service that will be required to attract tourists to Montserrat. In June 2011, GOM approved an Access Strategy for Montserrat. It recommended improvements in air service levels with the re-introduction of a Twin-Otter aircraft as part of the network of an existing airline. GOM considers that there is a business opportunity for the private sector in the lease (or purchase) of a Twin-Otter (or comparable) aircraft to be operated into Montserrat. GOM is committed to improving the tourism infrastructure in Montserrat. GOM is examining the technical requirements for the introduction of night landing at the John A. Osborne Airport for Montserrat to further develop interline operations for regional and international airlines operating to/ from the Antigua airport. The GOM has prepared a Prospectus which sets out the results of the earlier studies and indings. It also provides guidance for interested parties to respond in relation to (a) the lease (or purchase) of a Twin-Otter (or comparable aircraft) and (b) the operation of the aircraft to/from Montserrat. Interested irms/parties may associate with other irms in the form of a joint venture. Successful irms/parties will be selected in accordance with the criteria set out in the Prospectus. Interested parties may obtain / download copies of the Investment Prospectus from the GoM Website address www.gov.ms. For detailed information and clari ication of the Prospectus and EOI please contact Mr. Oral Martin, Access Coordinator, Ministry of Communications, Works and Labour, Mahogany Drive, Woodlands, Montserrat, Tel. No.: 664-491-2521 Cell: 664-495-6700, Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm or by e-mail at martino@gov.ms
Mos. Relatives of the slain couple have arrived in the territory. Friends say the Kings were part-time residents of St. Maarten and owned several homes. They also owned a condominium in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Terry Tamblyn, a resident of South Carolina's coastal city of Isle of Palms, told The Post and Courier newspaper that King was a retired insurance executive who later started a successful printing business that he sold. He said King also owned a couple of restaurants on St. Maarten. Local restaurant owner Topper Daboul has told
The Associated Press that he and Michael King were building a rum factory together on the territory. Daboul said he last saw King on Wednesday afternoon and "some other friends had drinks with them that night." He said he wasn't able to reach the Kings on the phone Thursday so he drove to their house the next day and banged on the door. He said he asked a person on the premises to climb over a fence to see if anyone was in the house. Daboul said the person reported a lifeless man leaning over a chair inside the house. Shortly after the slayings were announced, the
St. Maarten government said "every government resource is being brought into play to investigate and solve this case." Prime Minister Sarah WescotWilliams said she was "shocked" by the murders. Police said roughly 25 officers were part of the investigative team. The St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association said it's outraged by the murders, which "pains everyone in the community deeply." Read more: http:// w w w. f o x n e w s . c o m / world/2012/09/23/suspect-arrested-in-deathsus-couple-on-caribbeanisland/#ixzz27NlSmq9e
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST MONTSERRAT: ACCESS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (FERRY):
Private Sector Investor Interest in Developing a Strategic Alliance/ Joint Venture Arrangement For the Investment in and/or Management of a New Ferry for Montserrat The Government of Montserrat (GOM) has completed a series of strategic studies identifying the strategic importance and economic viability of investing in a new ferry to operate between Montserrat and Antigua, and to service other regional destinations. The redevelopment of Montserrat’s tourism sector is vitally dependent on improved sea and air access. GOM has established that improvements can be made to the existing quality of service that will be required to attract tourists to Montserrat. In June 2011, GOM approved an Access Strategy for Montserrat. It recommended investment in a new purpose-designed and built ferry. GOM considers that there is a business opportunity for the private sector in a new purpose-designed ferry and for the operation of the ferry. GOM is committed to improving the landside and seaside infrastructure in Montserrat. A new berth facility has been constructed in Antigua and terminal works are on-going. The GOM has prepared a Prospectus which sets out the results of the earlier studies and indings. It also provides guidance for interested parties to respond, in relation to (a) the supply of new ferry capacity, and (b) the operation of the ferry. Interested irms/parties may associate with other irms in the form of a joint venture. Successful irms/parties will be selected in accordance with the criteria set out in the Prospectus. Interested parties may obtain / download copies of the Investment Prospectus from the GoM Website address www.gov.ms. For detailed information and clari ication of the Prospectus and EOI please contact Mr. Oral Martin, Access Co-ordinator, Ministry of Communications, Works and Labour, Mahogany Drive, Woodlands, Montserrat, Telephone 664-491-2521 or 664-495-6700 (cell), Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or by e-mail at martino@gov.ms.
Return of EOI proposals Expressions of Interest, together with other documents, should be addressed in written form to the following address and should reach Montserrat no later than 16:00 on the 19th October 2012:
Return of EOI proposals Expressions of Interest, together with other documents, should be addressed in written form to the following address and should reach Montserrat no later than 16:00 on the 19th October 2012:
The Chairman Public Procurement Board Ministry of Finance Brades Montserrat Tel: +1 664 491 2777
The Chairman Public Procurement Board Ministry of Finance Brades Montserrat Tel: +1 664 491 2777
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Montserrat Football Association donates balls to Brades Primary The Montserrat Football Association (MFA) mad a donation of ten size four Adidas football to the Brades Primary School as part of their effort to development and foster the growth and interest of children to take up football as a professional sport in Montserrat. The presentation was made at the Brades School compound on Thursday. First vice President and technical Director MFA Mr. Ottley Laborde handed over the balls to the Head Teacher of the school Mr. Gregory Julius and outlined the initiative behind the donation. He said, “We will have better footballers coming out of the schools, because the Principal as well as the Football Association recognize that in order for football to develop in Montserrat we need to start way down there in the primary school and this is our initiative and our initial step towards doing that. We do run a Saturday morning program and we hope that stemming from this that the pro-
gram can be enhance and more students would come out to the program. Mr. Julius thanked the Association for the donation and vowed his commitment to the development of the sport in the school, “I wish to thank Mr. Laborde from the MSA, for this kind donation. To begin with, this is an initiative that I really dream for over the years, in terms of really rejuvenating football in Montserrat. As he clearly pointed out, in order to really get football back on stream, the primary school is really the critical place where foot ball can be developed and enhanced. So I’m very glad for this gesture and I would endeavour to ensure that the school through whatever
resources they have and whatever we will be able to assist and get to really help promote football in this venture. He said, “I’m certain that the kids are ready because just a while ago when I was asking which one of them want to come all of them wanted to come. I’m very surprised to see some girls being involved and that is where we goanna really start our girls football too, because if you look around in terms of what FIFA is doing worldwide, you see allot of female football going on, so we have to start there…I believe this is just the beginning of something good to come in terms of football development,” said the Head teacher.
REGISTERED LAND ACT (Section 135) Claims to ownership of lands have been received from the following persons in the Schedule below:Any objection to these claims must be lodged in writing to the Land Registry, Brades, Montserrat within six (6) weeks of the first publication of this notice. Plans relating to the claims listed below may be inspected at the Land Registry Department during normal working hours. SCHEDULE Ruth O’Garro nee Tuitt Claim #1173
James Wilston Allen Claim # 1174
Block 14/19 Parcel 176. Land in Dick Hill. Bounded as follows:- On the North by Parcel 14/19/021 (George Tuitt); On the East by Parcel 14/19/177 (Unclaimed/Crown); On the South by the Public Road; and On the West by Parcel 14/19/072 (Sydney C. J. Lindsey et al) Block 13/12 Parcel 022. Land in Baker Hill. Bounded as follows:- On the North and NorthEast by Parcel 13/12/037 (Mary Olivia Wade et al); On the North-West by Parcel 13/12/261 (Roland Irish); On the South-East by the Baker Hill Road; On the South by Parcel 13/12/078 (The Estate of Alfred M. Browne); and on the West by a right of way.
Dated this 20th day of September, 2012. J. Christopher Gerrald Registrar of Lands (Ag)
HEADQUARTERS EXECUTIVE SEARCH
The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) is seeking seven (7) talented professionals to join its team in the capacity of: (A) Assistant Registrar, Measurement Officer (four positions) (B) Assistant Registrar, Syllabus and Curriculum Development (C) Temporary Assistant Registrar, Programme Coordinator (D) Temporary Assistant Registrar, Project Coordinator Positions (A), (C) and (D) will be based at CXC’s Headquarters (HQ) in Barbados while position (B) will be based at CXC’s Western Zone Office (WZO) located in Jamaica. A.
JOB SUMMARY – ASSISTANT REGISTRAR – MEASUREMENT OFFICER - HQ [CODE:MOED2012] This position reports to the Senior Assistant Registrar, Examinations Development and Production Division. The successful candidate will be required to: Develop tests; evaluate procedures and instruments to measure performance and achievement of students in the Caribbean. Develop and maintain item banks for assigned subjects; provide technical and administrative support to committees that prepare syllabuses and tests for CXC’s examinations. Conduct research in measurement and other related areas and provide technical assistance to institutions and member countries. B.
JOB SUMMARY – ASSISTANT REGISTRAR – SYLLABUS AND CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT – WZO [CODE: ARSCD2012] This position reports to the Senior Assistant Registrar (Syllabus and Curriculum Development). The successful candidate will be required to: Assume responsibility for a range of activities related to the development and maintenance of syllabuses. Advise subject panels, guide syllabus and curriculum development and revision processes. Assist teachers with the implementation of syllabuses. Coordinate the development of specimen papers, mark schemes and support materials for new and revised syllabuses. C - D. JOB SUMMARY – 2 TEMPORARY ASSISTANT REGISTRARS [CODE: PCCSBD2012]: C. Programme Coordinator – HQ D. Project Coordinator - HQ These positions report to the Assistant Registrar, (Business Development Officer), Corporate Strategy and Business Development Division. The successful candidates will be required to: Be responsible for leading complex multi-country projects, defining project requirements, communicating with stakeholders, collaborating with vendors and reporting on project budget, scope, quality and timelines. A – B. QUALIFICATIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate must have: 1. A first degree from a recognized university 2. Post-graduate degree in Education, Educational Testing, Measurement and Evaluation or Curriculum Development 3. Post-graduate qualifications in Statistics would be an advantage 4. At least three years’ experience in Teaching and Assessment at the Secondary or Tertiary level 5. At least three years’ experience at a Senior Level in Education 6. A background in Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) would be an asset 7. A background in Modern Languages would be an asset – Position A only 8. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 9. Proficiency in word-processing, spreadsheets, SPSS and other relevant computer applications C – D. QUALIFICATIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate must have: 1. A first degree in Project Management or a related field from a recognized university 2. A Master’s degree in Project Management/Business Management or a related field from a recognized university 3. Professional Project Management Certification – PMP, PgMP or Prince2 4. Five to eight years’ experience in Project Management 5. Proficiency in Microsoft Project 6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office - specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook 7. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills 8. The ability to work well in a team environment as well as lead the team REMUNERATION & BENEFITS: CXC is a performance driven organisation which offers a competitive and attractive remuneration and benefits package. Opportunities exist for further professional and career development. Information about CXC along with detailed descriptions and further requirements for the jobs advertised can be obtained from the website: http://www.cxc.org INTERESTED? Interested applicants should email* their resumes to: job-applications@cxc.org *In the subject line of your email please insert the code for the post for which you are applying. DEADLINE: Resumes along with a cover letter should be sent electronically only and should be addressed to: The Registrar Caribbean Examinations Council State the name of the position being applied for, example: Re: Assistant Registrar – Measurement Specialist position on or before 14 October 2012. Only applicants who have been short-listed will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.
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LIME Facebook treasure hunt prize hand-over ceremony
Three lucky local LIME customers were awarded prizes for their successful participation in the LIME’s Facebook Timeline Sports Treasure Hunt Competition,
during a brief ceremony at the LIME headquarters in Sweeneys last Friday. The competition ran from July 17-23. The three were among
thousands of LIME customers who participated in the competition from numerous LIME territories across the region who competed for the grand prize a Samsung Galaxy S III smartphone. Mrs. Marjorie Smith came out as the top winner for Montserrat. She was among 13 lucky participants from LIME territories across the region who won a Samsung Galaxy SIII smartphone after correctly solving all the clues in the Treasure Hunt. Expressing appreciation for the prize she encouraged other LIME customers and fans to participate in competitions of the sort. “I’ve never won anything in my life before today…but it just goes to show that if you try something you might just win, you never know what can happen,” she said. Yolanda Yearwood and Delena Lynch Mason were the first and second runnerups. They each won gift certificates. Eleven other customers across the region
won gift certificates. LIME Manager Joseph Cassell extended congratulations to the winners and reaffirmed customers of LIME commitment to giving back to the community and providing high quality services.
Meanwhile, he announced the launch of another Treasure hunt competition and encouraged persons to take part. The Treasure Hunt was an interactive time based activity and a meeting of
technology and social networking. In the competition participants were required to 'like' the LIME Facebook page and search for hidden sports-themed clues. Each LIME territory had its own set of clues.
Basketball Champions to be decided in weekend playoffs
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The Montserrat Village Basketball League is now into the play-off games, where four teams have excelled and gone through to compete this weekend, September 28 and 29 to see who will be crowned champions at the Brades basketball Court. Salem Jammer, Cudjoe Head Renegades, Lookout Shooters and St. Peter’s Hill Top will meet on Friday and Saturday evening in a total of four consecutive games to fight for the number one spot. The series will kick-off with Jammers versus Renegades in the first match and Shooters against Hilltop in the second match on Friday. The following evening each team will switch challengers. The two teams with the most win will
then battle for the Championship title. However the road leading to this point was one of struggles and disappointments as Ghetto Stars and MSS learned when they fail to make the cut. But nonetheless, the two teams met in a show of good sportsmanship and played against each other in a supplementary exhibition match last Friday. Ghetto Stars defeated MSS 75 for 58. Another exhibition match was held the following evening as the teams from the North end of the island came up against those from the South. The North team comprised Ghetto Stars and Shooters while the South Team comprised Jammers, Hilltop and MSS. South defeated North 63 to 46.
Community Diary The public is encouraged to send in their community notices for publication and viewing in The Montserrat Reporter newspaper and online Persons interested in joining the Dominica/Montserrat Connection Festival Band (Sensay & the Dominica national wear) are asked to register at 496-0627, 496-0051 or 496-5476
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AG’s Chambers working to fill gaps in ICT laws and support Chief Justice’s greater efficiency plans Adapted – Montserrat’s Attorney General’s Chambers under the leadership of Honourable Attorney General (AG) Esco Henry is working on a series of E-legislation, that would help to solidify the island’s move towards a modern and innovative nation as outlined in its new National ICT Strategy and Implementation Plan. During the first National ICT Day held on Monday, September 17, the attorney general spoke to attendees about the relevance of the Info-Communications Act and E-legislation which must be put in place to support the National ICT plan. The National ICT Plan, which was launched at the event, envisages that the Attorney General’s chambers will assist with formulation of policies that underpin the plan; draft relevant legislation based on instructions issued by the lead Ministry of Communications and Works; and review and advise on the preparation of agreements and MOUs between government and its partners. The AG noted that on pages 58 and 59 of the plan, there are a number of pieces of legislation that would need to enacting to provide the right legal environment around which electronic transactions will be effected; crimes detected and prosecuted are identified. These are listed as: E-waste legislation; Computer misuse laws; Electronic Transactions Act; Data Protection and Privacy Laws; Cybercrime laws; Intellectual property laws; Exchequer and Audit (electronic payments); and Child Protection laws. “There are currently no laws on our statute books addressing e-waste, computer mis-
Ag. Chief Justice Janice Pereira
Attorney General Esco Henry
use, data protection and privacy, cybercrime or child protection in relation to internet usage. Those five areas will therefore have to be tackled as we take steps to plug the gaps in our legislative framework,” AG Henry noted. “The legislative drafters within the Attorney General’s chambers will work closely and diligently with the lead Ministry of Communications and Works to formulate the policy in each of these areas and within the resources available seek to have the laws drafted in a timely manner,” she added.
Montserrat passed its Electronic Transactions Act in December 2009. The AG explained also, that it “contains 42 sections which provide broadly for the establishment of the legal principles applicable to the conduct of e-commerce, the processing, verification and attribution of electronic records, the approval, registration and liabilities of service providers and also establishes a system for the regulation of processors of personal data. The Act gives legal recognition to electronic records.
It also empowers the Cabinet tion in such markets; facilitate to make regulations covering the orderly development of an areas such as data protection, info-communications system that protection of privacy, different serves to safeguard; enrich and standards to be applied in respect strengthen the nationa; social, of personal data originating from cultural and economic well bedifferent countries, enabling the ing of the society; and promote Minister to grant approvals, and protect the interests of the to persons who are providing public by promoting access to information security services in info-communications services Montserrat or are proposing to do delivered over technology platso. To date no regulations have beenforms. made Justice Thomas Astaphan under the Act.” Cabinet is also empowered under the Act to appoint the e-Business Advisory Board comprising persons who appear to Cabinet to be knowledgeable and experienced about electronic business, the Internet, E-Commerce, technology law or electronic transactions in order to advise the Minister on the discharge of the Minister’s functions under this Act. “This is yet to be done,” she noted. The Honourable AG added that the island’s intellectual property laws are in need of revision to update them and by incorporating aspects of the law that would facilitate negotiations and transaction of business in an electronic and legally sound environment. The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) facilitated Scarcity of Drafters in AG’s office whereby, Montserrat now has The AG also noted that a Payment Systems Act No. 5 they were limited in the number of 2008 that makes provision of legislative drafters available for electronic payments. This in her offi ce and were working act was established uniformly to ensure that they cleared in all ECCU member countries. It establishes the legal platform the backlog of new acts and to accommodate electronic pay- revisions that needed to be done ments regionally within the in line with Montserrat’s new ECCU. “There is accordingly no Constitution Order of 2010 as legal impediment to processing well as support the new National of electronic payments,” the AG ICT Strategy and Implementation Plan. informed. She emphasised this in Montserrat also has the Info-Communications Act No. her address during the Opening 4 of 2009, passed in April of session of the New Law Year that year. It seeks among other on Tuesday. While pledging supthings, to: encourage competitive port to Acting Chief Justice of markets for info-communications the ECSC Janice Pereira, who, networks and services; include highlighted the need for us to conditions for fair competi- introduce mechanism which
will achieve greater efficiency, particularly at a time when our resources financial and human are stretched…,” she offered the efforts of her chambers at reaching some goals. She said under her leadership as AG one of the focuses in her office, “would be service to the common man at that time we committed ourselves to take very
seriously our duty to champion access to justice.” “We pledge to make a consorted effort to make the law available to a wide cross section of the public as possible,” informing, “we have now uploaded all of the laws of Montserrat onto our website at www.agc.gov. ms, so anyone anywhere in the world can access our laws on an ongoing basis.” She advised further that whenever bills are passed in the Legislative Assembly, “they are immediately out on our website; in addition, we have begun uploading decisions of the High Court form the Montserrat circuit and we will endeavor with the cooperation…do the same thing for the Magistrate’s Court.”
Schedule for the MV Codrington Arrow for the next two weeks. Date
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THURSDAY 27th SEPTEMBER and THURSDAY 4th OCTOBER 2012 FRIDAY 28th SEPTEMBER and 7:00 a.m. FRIDAY 5th OCTOBER 2012
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SATURDAY 29 th SEPTEMBER and SATURDAY 6th OCTOBER 7:00 a.m. 2012
8:30 a.m.
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9:30 a.m.
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( Fe r r y o v e r n i g h t s i n Montserrat)
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( Fe r r y o v e r n i g h t s i n Montserrat)
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Ferry Fare EC$300 for adults return and EC$150 for children under 12 years. Passengers are asked to check in 1½ hours before departure. For further information on the service contact Mr. Roosevelt Jemmotte in Montserrat at 664 496 9912 or Mrs. Jennifer Burke in Antigua at 268 778 9786. Also check www.visitmontserrat.com for updates or email info@montserrattourism.ms