Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 29, 2022 (SKNIS): The Team Unity Cabinet of Ministers met on Thursday, April 28, 2022, under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Dr. the Honourable Timothy Harris. During their meeting, Cabinet deliberated on several matters of national importance to the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis. The Chairman welcomed the Financial Secretary who […]
Archive for April 30th, 2022
LABOUR INSPECTORS PLAY A CRITICAL ROLE IN ENSURING A POSITIVE SAFETY AND HEALTH CULTURE IN THE WORKPLACE
Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 29, 2022 (SKNIS): A positive safety and health culture is important for optimal functioning of the workplace environment allowing for greater productivity. In St. Kitts and Nevis, the Department of Labour has taken a holistic approach to ensure workplace safety and health by enacting legislation and modern safety protocols. The Department of […]
THE IMPORTANCE OF THE CARE ECONOMY OF ST. KITTS AND NEVIS HIGHLIGHTS POSSIBILITIES FOR FURTHER GROWTH WITHIN THE SECTOR
Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 29, 2022 (SKNIS): The recent edition of SKNIS’s “Working For You” on April 27 discussed the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees within the Federation’s workforce, paying particular attention to ways of improving existing structures. First Vice-President of The St. Kitts and Nevis Trades and Labour Union, Ms. Micheleina Charles-Hazelle, highlighted […]
ECTEL Celebrates 22 Years of Regulating Electronic Communications in the Region
Castries – Saint Lucia – 28 th April 2022 – The Eastern Caribbean TelecommunicationsAuthority (ECTEL) has been the regional regulatory body advising the NationalTelecommunications Regulatory Commissions (NTRCs) on electronic communicationsmatters in its five (5) Member States namely; the Commonwealth of Dominica, Grenada, St.Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia and St. Vincent and the Grenadines since 4 […]
WEATHER FORECAST 5PM
Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport St. Kitts Meteorological Services St. Christopher Air & Sea Port Authorities P.O. Box 963 Basseterre St. Kitts Tel: 869 465 2749 Tele- fax: 869 465 9122 Weather Bulletin Issued at: 5pm Thursday, 28th April 2022 Present Weather: Cloudy Winds: A moderate breeze of 13mph from the northeast Temperature: 26°C / […]
EXHIBITION SHOWCASING SAFETY GEAR AND EQUIPMENT MARKS WORLD DAY FOR SAFETY AND HEALTH AT WORK IN ST KITTS AND NEVIS
Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 28, 2022 (SKNIS): An exhibition at the Department of Labour highlighted the importance of safety and health in all forms within the work environment as St. Kitts and Nevis observed today’s (April 28) World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2022. The exhibition featured safety gear and equipment used in multiple […]
SKNCIC SUPPORTS BUSINESSES’ OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH CULTURE THROUGH THE FACILITATION OF TRAINING
Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 28, 2022 (SKNIS): The St. Kitts and Nevis Chamber of Industry and Commerce (SKNCIC) is facilitating the growth of occupational safety and health (OSH) culture within member businesses through a series of “demand-driven” training opportunities.During his appearance on Working for Youon Wednesday, April 27, Kevin Hope, Executive Director of the SKNCIC, said one […]
SKNCIC STRESSES IMPORTANCE OF PROMOTING POSITIVE MENTAL HEALTH IN THE WORKPLACE
Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 28, 2022 (SKNIS): Positive mental health at work helps workers to cope with changing roles and responsibilities among other things. As such, the St. Kitts and Nevis Chamber of Industry and Commerce (SKNCIC) continues to stress the importance of mental health, a vital part of occupational safety and health (OSH) that is […]
Decisions of the Special Meeting of CXC’s Council on the 2022 Regional Examinations Strategy
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC®) stands in solidarity with the region and the international community as we grapple with the impact of COVID-19 on our way of life. The Council recognises the impact of COVID-19 on the education system in general and, more specifically, on the schedule of CXC’s regional examinations. A […]
GOVERNMENT IMPROVING OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH CULTURE IN ST KITTS AND NEVIS
Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 27, 2022 (SKNIS): On Thursday (April 28), St. Kitts and Nevis will join in the important 2022 global observation of World Day for Safety and Health at Work. The annual observance promotes the reduction and elimination of accidents and diseases in occupational environments. With the observance taking place on Thursday, Junique Eddy, […]