is “acerbic terms” being used against judges in relation to judgments. The Honourable Justice was speaking at the Opening of the Law Year 2009/ 2010 in Dominica on Tuesday morning. His call for members of the legal fraternity to desist from attacking judges comes on the heels of a statement from the very Attorney General in relation to the judgment in Tuxedo Villas. Dr Nicholas Frederick was accused of a personal attack on Justice Brian Cottle – one a local attorney says was tantamount to calling Justice Cottle corrupt.

Rawlings – at the conclusion of his speech to members of the OECS legal fraternity had this to say about attacking judges following their rulings. Issues with the Attorney General who is also the Justice Minister is just one of the reasons the legal fraternity through the Bar Association intends to picket through the streets of Castries on Wednesday. That coupled with other legal concerns such as the closure of the High Court Registry- for the second time this year – and the condition of the Courts have also been identified as pressing concerns. The protest has been scheduled for a 9AM start.

Dr. Anthony claims not only has his letter not been acknowledged - the Prime Minister has failed to inform the head of state of the opposition’s nominees. The Opposition Leader in a press release argues there are constituencies which require urgent review and re-alignment in keeping with the constitution. He cites Gros Islet as an example.

Dr. Kenny Anthony disputes claims his calls for action are politically motivated. Although, he concedes he is looking ahead to general elections, Dr. Anthony counters his main concern remains the constitution. Dr. Anthony – a Constitutional Attorney by training - claims the period for review has arrived and the assessment cannot be made if the body responsible has not been appointed to carry out its mandate.

Dr. Anthony says he is resolved in his quest to have the boundaries commission activated and warns the Prime Minister to initiate the process by advising the Governor General of his nominees for the posts on the body. The Opposition Leader charges that if his calls go unheeded he will consider other options.

global security in the 21st century. Saint Lucia’s Prime Minister Stephenson King is aware of the shrill and dire consequences of ignoring the warning signs. Although small island development states have minimal impact on climate change, the harmful impact on vulnerable countries in the CARICOM region from adverse weather and rising sea levels could be catastrophic.
The policymakers not only want to present unanimity of purpose but intend to lobby for scientific and technical support to deal with the unique threats posed to the region.

CARICOM Leaders sanctioned the Declaration on Climate Change and Development at the 30th Heads of Government Conference. The UN conference is slated for December and season diplomats like CARICOM Secretary General Edwin Carrington who believes negotiations are vital appealed for vigilance on the part of governments. The Ministerial Level Regional meeting on climate change chaired was chaired by Environment Minister - Richard Fredrick.

Nigel Mitchell is the Director of Saint Lucia’s Tourism Development Programme. He says corporate social responsibility is synonymous with the Island’s sustainable development programme. He says it means going beyond the legal and ethical requirements of operating a tourism business.

The OAS wants social responsibility to be an integral part of the local tourism industry. Campbell says the Organisation has worked with other regions to enhance their tourism product and this is the Caribbean’s time. Corporate social responsibility calls for businesses to proactively promote the public interest by encouraging community growth and voluntarily eliminating practices that harm the community, regardless of legality. The three day meeting ends on Wednesday.

says it is part of the Union’s commitment to assist its members. The General Secretary says the scholarships can be extended to include tuition at the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College upon successful completion of secondary school and success at the CXC examinations.