Friday, August 1st, 2008, St. George’s: Prime Minister and Minister of National Security Hon. Tillman Thomas reiterated his government’s commitment to the rule of law and the independence of Grenada’s institutions at a meeting on Friday to present new Commissioner of Police James Clarkson to the senior members of the […]
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Grenadian takes over as President of Chamber in St. Vincent
Thursday, July 31, 2008, St. George’s: Chief Executive of Cable and Wireless St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenadian Angus Steele has taken over the presidency of the St.Vincent and the Grenadines Chamber of Commerce.
NEW POLICE COMMISSIONER TAKES OFFICE
St. George’s, Grenada (July 31, 2008) Former Deputy Commissioner of Police, James Clarkson who retired in 2005 from the Royal Grenada Police Force (RGPF) has been named as the new commissioner of Police following the retirement of Commissioner Winston James at the end of July.
GBT PRE-CARNIVAL MEET & GREET
In the midst of reports that international flights are arriving in Grenada with visitors and Grenadians Residing Abroad, to attend various reunion activities and enjoy the August Festivals, the Grenada Board of Tourism, will again conduct its annual “Meet & Greet” programme at the airport.
FIRST MONDAY IN AUGUST REMAINS PUBLIC HOLIDAY
Minister of State responsible for Culture, Sen. Hon. Arly Gill has confirmed that Monday August 4th 2008 will continue to be a public holiday despite emphasis on August 1st as Emancipation day.
REGIONAL TRAINING WORKSHOP IN BASIC STATISTICS
The Government of Grenada, in conjunction with the CARICOM Secretariat, yesterday began a Regional Training Workshop in Basic Statistics for Statisticians and Civil Registrars, at the Coyaba Beach Resort in St. George’s.
Kiddies Carnival Frolic….
The Grenada Carnival Committee wishes to inform the media and the general public that the Kiddies Carnival Frolic will takes place at the National Stadium on Saturday August 2nd, from 11:00am
GRENADA ATTENDS 20TH COTA GENERAL ASSEMBLY & TECHNICAL CONFRENCE IN BELIZE
Assistant Valuation Officer, Mr. David E Seales, and Tax Inspector at the Inland Revenue Department, Ms. Rhonda B. Jones, represented Grenada at the 20th Caribbean Organisation of Tax Administrators (COTA) General Assembly and Technical Conference in Belize.
RELOCATION OF THE ENERGY DEPARTMENT
Pursuant to the recent Cabinet appointments, the Energy Division has been relocated to Building one (1) of the Financial Complex on the Carenage, as of Tuesday July 29, 2008.
TRINIDAD: Constitutional Reform or Diversionary Tactic? by Peter Ischyrion
PORT OF SPAIN, Jul (IPS) – Prime Minister Patrick Manning expected the flack. “You know how I am a lucky man, especially with certain segments of the media,” he said sarcastically as he read the proposals contained in a “working document” on constitutional reform in Trinidad and Tobago.
Soca Monarch Finalists Selected
The list of soca artistes who will seek to dethrone the reigning soca monarch Luni Spark and Electrify has been chosen, following their performances in Tanteen on Friday night.
New Farmers Representative In Senate To Be Elected
Agriculture and fisheries organizations as well as stakeholder groups will have the opportunity to elect a farmers representative to the senate on Friday.
Opposition Leader Thank the IMF
St. George’s, Grenada – Thursday July 24th, 2008: The Leader of Her Majesty’s Opposition, Honourable Dr. Keith Mitchell, extends his thanks to the International Monetary Fund Executive Board for increasing the funding for Grenada from the initial USD $17.4 Million approved in April, 2006 to USD $19.4 Million announced on […]
Chinese special Envoy meets Prime Minister Hon. Tillman Thomas
Wednesday, July 23, 2008, St. George’s: Chinese special envoy Zhao Zhenyu on Wednesday paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Hon. Tillman Thomas.
Ministry of Finance Aware of Problems at SGL Holdings, Inc
Wednesday, July 23, 2008, St. George’s: The Ministry of Finance is aware of the problems being experienced by customers of SGL Holdings Inc in getting their deposits repaid.
