Port of Spain, Trinidad. CARICOM citizens have important rights but to exercise these rights clear documentary evidence of their nationality is required. This was the outcome of the case of Bain vs. Trinidad and Tobago, that was decided today by the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ). Mr Bain, a citizen […]
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Curtailing your rights to protect your safety!!
By Dr. Neals J. Chitan From the latter part of the 20th century, the issues of personal rights and freedoms have taken center stage in local and international discussions and forums, demanding civic responsibility from “the powers that be” in a bold attempt to ensure people’s rights to self expression. […]
Former Jamaica PM Edward Seaga dies at 89
In a release a short while ago by the Prime Minister of Jamaica Andrew Holness announced the passing of former Prime Minister of Jamaica Mr. Edward Seaga. Mr. Seaga who was Jamaica’s fifth Prime Minister died in the USA where he was receiving medical treatment. His family was with him […]
CCJ Dismisses Application Against Barbados by a Grenadian Family
May 18, 2019: Port of Spain, Trinidad. The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) today dismissed an application for special leave in the Original Jurisdiction matter of Tamika Gilbert, Lynnel Gilbert, Royston Gilbert, Glennor Gilbert and the State of Barbados. The applicants were mother, father and two adult daughters. They were […]
PM welcomes news of service improvements by Telecommunications Service Provider
May 23, 2019 – Prime Minister, Dr. Keith Mitchell has welcomed news of imminent service improvements by telecommunication service provider, FLOW. At a meeting with the Prime Minister on Wednesday, the new Vice-President of Cable and Wireless Communications for the Central Caribbean, Mr. Magnus Ternsjo said the company has made a […]
Praise Pours In For Retiring CCJ Judge, Mr. Justice Hayton
Port of Spain, Trinidad. Representatives from around the region converged today at the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago for a Ceremonial Sitting to commemorate the retirement of one of its earliest sworn-in judges, the Honourable Mr. Justice David Hayton, who will retire from […]
CCJ To Bid Farewell To Mr. Justice Hayton TO BID
Port of Spain, Trinidad. On Friday, 17 May 2019 at 10 am AST, the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) will host a Ceremonial Sitting at its headquarters in Port of Spain to commemorate the Honourable Mr. Justice David Hayton’s retirement from office Mr. Justice Hayton, having joined the Court at […]
NNP Successful Retreat
Monday, May 13th, 2019: The New National Party concluded a very successful retreat last Saturday at the St Marks Secondary School. Executive members and other officials including invitees from each constituency attended to meet and discuss national issues. The activity which lasted for about 7 hours, included presentations from Dr. […]
Oil & Gas: Our Patrimony, Government’s Secret Part 2
In the first part of this article, we indicated that the Production Sharing Agreement (“PSA”) between the Government of Grenada (“GOG”) and GPG dated March 31st 2008, for the “exploration, development and production of offshore petroleum resources of Grenada”, was for an initial period of 4 years and was manifestly […]
NDC on the passing of Kirani James Mom
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the People of Grenada are deeply saddened by the passing of Sister Annie James, mother of our Olympian and World Champion Athlete Kirani James. A mother is irreplaceable since nothing can compare with a mother’s love. We must take comfort in knowing that she […]
BUSY WEEK AT THE CCJ
Port of Spain, Trinidad. The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) will have several high-profile hearings in both the Original and Appellate Jurisdiction during the period of 7-10 May 2019. The Court will hear a case concerning the freedom of movement of Caribbean citizens as well as two sets of cases […]
Ministry of Education Statement re: St. Andrew’s Methodist School
The Ministry of Education, Human Resource Development and Religious Affairs advises the general public, that normal school activities at the St. Andrew’s Methodist School have been disrupted due to concerns about the structural integrity of some sections of the school’s plant. Acting on the advice of engineers, and in consultation […]
Seven technology pioneers honoured for contribution to Caribbean Internet governance
BY GERARD BEST gerard@gerardbest.com PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad. May 3, 2019—Seven of the region’s leading technology advocates were formally recognised for their outstanding service to the Caribbean at a special awards ceremony to mark the fifteenth anniversary of the Caribbean Internet Governance Forum (CIGF). Melford Nicholas, Minister of State and […]
CCJ ORDERS ALLEYNE TO SERVE AT LEAST TWENTY-FIVE YEARS
Port of Spain, Trinidad. The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) today dismissed the appeal in the matter of Renaldo Anderson Alleyne v The Queen, and recommended that Mr. Alleyne serves at least twenty-five years under the six concurrent life sentences he received in 2012. This is the first time where […]
Greater Caribbean cooperation needed to combat cyber crimes
BY GERARD BEST BRIDGETOWN, Barbados. May 1, 2019—The Caribbean is under virtual siege as incidents of cyber attacks and cyber crimes surge across the region. “The sophisticated use of technology by highly incentivised criminal organisations has created unprecedented opportunities for transnational crime elements that no one region, country or entity […]
