In response to the concerns of the opposition leader on the legality of the motion, the Prime Minister had this to say, ‘If he wants to test his case, take it to the court of law.’ Castries Central MP Richard Fredrick rose in solidarity with the Prime Minister demanding the debate continue in spite of Dr. Anthony’s objections.

But Dr. Anthony maintained that condemnation for him written in part (a) of the resolution could only come from a court of law and not from the House of Assembly. The session was able to continue only after the intervention of the Speaker of the House, Rosemary Husbands Mathurin, who amended the labelling of the document from resolution to motion. Debate on that motion took the whole day and ended with the motion being passed unanimously by the House – at that time only filled with government MP’s – left behind after the walk-out of the SLP parliamentarians during the morning session.

chairman of the commission. He denies the accusations of partisanship and demises the calls for his removal as a political ploy. The SLP Electoral Commissioner Claudius Francis says the calls for the Chairman’s resignation are not based exclusively on recent events. He says the Leader of the Opposition had misgivings about Monplaisir retaining the position following the 2006 General Election.

Claudius Francis says he will represent the interests of the Opposition Leader who appointed him to the post. However, due to the highly complex constitutional implications, he says he is proceeding cautiously and is seeking legal advice on available options before taking action.

Kenneth Monplaisir, QC who was appointed in 1989 is reportedly the longest serving Chairman of the Electoral Commission. He has presided over six elections during his tenure. The Commission comprises three members-the chair, and a representative from the government and the main opposition party. It is a constitutional body which is appointed at the First Sitting of the House following a general election. 

They say he was killed by a man who had earlier stated his intention to “war” with him. We understand the young man who escaped soon after the incident went to his father’s home who later turned him in to Police. Fontenelle’s death brought the homicide rate for the year to 34.

The Transport Minister has already dismissed these allegations – stating the program is one aspect of becoming a taxi driver. Furthermore – his Ministry is no longer issuing TX plates as mandated by an earlier freeze on these facilities. Lucien Joseph says the Minister is being deceitful.

Joseph says his Union has a suggestion for absorbing the H plate drivers into the current taxi system. He says it is one that has been rejected by the Transport Minister. Joseph says the plan would certify H plate drivers and legitimize them to operate taxis only when the current system he calls saturated can allow. Joseph says the National Taxi Union intends to fight for its livelihood. He says at a meeting last week – members made their commitment to the cause clear. Meanwhile - a meeting scheduled for Wednesday to plot the way forward has been postponed until the following week due to the FCCA conference.

Although cars have often veered from the road into the Castries Waterfront – it is not often one dives into the Castries Harbour opposite the La Toc Road. The incident occurred after 3PM – the vehicle’s license number was HE 1963

The Minister also has plans to assist the inmates who will work on the farm. He says it is a way for them to gain a skill and take care of personal responsibilities. The farm is currently being used but according to the Minister it is underutilized. The Bordelais farm is located opposite the Bordelais Correctional Facility in Dennery. Inmates currently work on the property growing food and practicing animal husbandry.

But the executive Director of the FRC says crowd size is not the leading the indicator being used to measure the success of Jounen Kweyol 2009. Jn Pierre marvels at the level of organization of the mass crowd events at the two main locations for Jounen Kweyol celebrations.

Amid the glowing reviews are the harsh opinions of staunch critics who describe Jounen Kweyol 2009 as a glorified “Blocko” or street party which did not educate or enrich the lives of participants culturally. Jn Pierre does not take umbrage. He counters Jounen Kweyol is just one aspect of the broader observance of cultural heritage month.

Activities marking Creole Heritage Month continues Tuesday night with a conference at the Alliance Francais De St. Luci followed by a night of Creole music and poetry on Wednesday. The curtains come down on the month of celebrations with a Creole Ball on October 31st 2009.

The Logos Hope was scheduled to leave on Tuesday October 27th after being docked in the Castries harbour for over one week, during which time hundreds of St. Lucians took time out to visit the ship to shop for books. The Logos Hope will make its next stop in Barbados.