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At his party’s delegates' convention last Sunday, the SLP leader made several promises to be delivered immediately after his party is returned to office. Something in the ring of his words sounded most familiar!

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xcept for calypso, I am very much like the person whom film-producer Billy Wilder described as having Van Gogh’s ear for music. I might be related to the piano player who was so bad that he was told, “Get off the piano.

You’re hurting its feelings.” And yet, despite this deficiency, I am like everyone else who succumbs to the vibes because, as Bob Marley said, “One good thing about music—when it hits you, you feel no pain.”

Regardless of the music in vogue at the time, the type of instruments used and even the ability of the performers, humanity has always been (unlike a James Bond martini) both shaken and stirred, entranced and awakened by music. Lao Tzu (born 601 BC) wrote, “Music in the soul can be heard by the universe,” and Confucius, almost a hundred years later, “Music produces a kind of pleasure which human nature cannot do without.”

It took about two thousand years before military genius, Napoleon Bonaparte, finally placed music where it belongs: “Music is what tells us that the human race is greater than we realize.”

I was born immediately after the Second World War when the entire Caribbean was going through a period of severe hardship. Food was rationed and clothes, for me, were hand-medowns from my cousins or the occasional “jersey” (now known as a T-shirt) bought in the only “department” store in the village. Ten years later Woolworth’s, the American chain, came to Trinidad and set up branches in the two main cities, Portof-Spain and San Fernando. There was one radio station and it served up music for all of us—Indian songs for my parents who were a mix of second

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and third-generation descendants of East Indian immigrants, calypsos and American “pop” hits that had us dreaming of White Christmases or Rocking Around the Clock.

Nat King Cole made great pretenders of us all and had us pretending that we were happy when we were “blue”, black or brown. Even though I never saw Mummy Kissing Santa Claus, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer or any doggy for sale in a window, one thing we did was dance with our darlings to the Tennessee Waltz and dream of moving from Rags to Riches.

I remember one of my cousins and his friends, learning to dance with a broomstick and discovering that Love Is A Many Splendoured Thing, discussing the relative merits of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett and Perry Como. Despite the tough times, life was Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White until Connie Francis found Lipstick On Your Collar. Even then I was more into songs like ‘The Purple People Eater’ and later, at the ripe old age of 13, Big Bopper’s ‘Chantilly Lace’ which I sang for my children, all four of them—27 years apart—when they were born, and still let loudly loose from time to time.

While we still behaved as if we were forever young, the time passed and the music changed. Inevitably most of my friends experienced unrequited love or what we call “tabanca” and some also found their sweethearts locked in the arms of others.

The remedy was the Wurlitzer jukebox in

the rum shop or snackette. The sufferer, in deep melancholy, would go up to the bar, buy a half-bottle of over-proof white rum (or Puncheon), get a handful of ten-cent pieces and put them all in the machine with one song only: ‘He Has To Go’ by Jim Reeves. Whether she had a phone or not, he invited her to put her sweet lips to it and tell her friend there with her, he had to go.

But all times were not sad.

Even from the first night, eleven short of Shakespeare’s Twelfth, the assumption that music was indeed the food of love had been made long before any assignation took place and all we fine young cannibals, boys and girls, in wheels belonging to our parents or occasionally to us, switched on the radio in the conviction that music was indeed the food of love and we should have a blast. Inevitably the reclining seats also became musically and rhythmically inclined and the musical interlude segued into a musical inter-rude.

I am not quite sure when Jamaican music took over; not just Bob Marley but what was

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called “dub”. While Marley used the term to mean “put the emphasis on” a particular instrument, Wikipedia sees the most frequent meanings as referring to either a form of erotic dance or sexual intercourse including The Silvertones’ ‘Dub the Pum Pum’ (where pum pum is Jamaican slang for female genitalia), Big Joe and Fay's ‘Dub a Dawta’ (dawta is Jamaican patois for daughter), and I-Roy’s ‘Sister Maggie Breast’ with its references to sex: “I man a-dub it on the side/ Say little sister you can run but you can't hide/ Slip you got to slide you got to open your crotches wide/ Peace and love abide.” I knew that “Peace” in the song was misspelled. I never realised that ‘Pass the Dutchie’ on the left hand side was really a cleaned up version of ‘Pass the Kouchie’ or marijuana pipe, but I was clear about the Trinidadian, Lord Brynner’s ‘Wrecker Pum Pum’ and liked Soul Sister’s response: ‘Wreck a Buddy’ but was not aware that buddy was the slang term for male genitals.

What started all this musing on music was a post

by a Jamaican Facebook friend of a song, ‘Sronger’, by Jamaican singer Assassin aka Agent Sasco. I listened and then responded: “Can’t decipher all the words but sounds good.”

Despite all the years I’ve spent in Jamaica, my many friends there, and even being Chairman of UWI’s Canada Hall in Trinidad (where I found out that when they called one of the guys “Pokey”—Trinidad slang for the vagina—they meant “Porky”—he was a farmer), I have occasional problems with the language. But, just to make the point, let my readers in the other countries—Barbados, Saint Lucia, Canada, the UK, US and Trinidad—decide. I leave you with a bit of the lyrics, or better yet listen to the song. “i say give/ thanks fi obstacles ina we way/ because the hurdles teach we/ fi jump/ ca hear wa nuh/ if everything did smooth/ everyday we wouldn’t know we could overcome/ cuz if it don't kill we i know it’s bill we/ oh yrd/ gotta maje mi stronger.”

Tony Deyal was last seen saying he doesn’t let his children watch any classical music concerts on TV— too much sax and violins.

Sculptor says National Monument has done Exactly as Intended: Triggered Discussion on Art Dean Nestor

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allim Eudovic's successful career as a sculptor has taken him to several countries far away from home where his work is highly acclaimed. But minutes into a conversation, he will tell you his father and his art remain his life’s biggest influences. During a recent sit-down with the STAR, he said: "I was born in an art studio, wanting to become an artist. My father Vincent Joseph Eudovic, who’s one of the most prominent sculptors in the Caribbean, trained my siblings and me but thankfully without kid gloves. We were trained as proper artists."

Eudovic, who has held exhibitions in Paris, Ottawa, Africa, China, Martinique and England, and was commissioned by the Chinese government to create a bronze sculpture for the Changchun International Sculpture Park, was not always sure about the career path he would walk.

"I vacillated between wanting to become an architect, a painter or a sculptor but sculpting, for me, was always more compelling,” he recalled. “With a painting it's typically ‘Do not touch!’ But a sculpture says.

'Touch me, walk around me, go underneath me.’ So I like that space because that’s the space we exist in."

The Saint Lucia National Monument sculpture was unveiled on October 3. But

Jallim Eudovic welcomes the debate over the National Monument and says it's indicative of the impact it's had on the country.

Eudovic says he conceptualized the bronze work some eight years ago as part of his 'Koudmen' collection. In the sculptor’s telling it is "the most powerful representation of what I was looking for regarding my culture".

He adds: "At the time the world was going through an economic crisis and I wanted to send a dual message. The first is that koudmen is about building of lives and home; it’s an act of love.

And second, it was to say that our problems were not only economic but also spiritual."

The government approached the sculptor last year about using the bronze work as a National Monument. "I had a very short time in which to execute the piece. It’s been a wild journey."

The monument has generated widespread discussion, to Eudovic’s delight. "So far I have loved the response. That was my intention: to spark a national debate around art. When last have you heard that? When last have you heard people being so triggered by anything creative? So I know good will come out of that because there’s a discussion that had to be had. I absolutely invite the criticism. It means you’re thinking constructively about something and you’re looking for answers. And that’s good. From that comes knowledge, comes the opportunity to learn.”

One aspect of the piece seems to be missing and has confounded the viewing public.

"I don’t want the focus to be the boat," Eudovic explained. "If you put a boat, it becomes about the boat. It’s not about the boat. It’s about us becoming the vessel.

We’re not waiting on any boat. We will make the boat."

Eudovic added that despite

the public's divided opinions over his piece, he's received positive reviews from both sides of the political aisle. He chuckled as he recalled one particular moment: "Yesterday I was in Dennery and somebody shouted: 'Jallim! I love your sculpture in town mais mah Flambeaux!' So to me that’s the ultimate statement that the sculpture has crossed political boundaries."

"You're allowed to hate my work," he continued. "Nothing wrong with that. But know my wife has been my harshest critic. So when people think they’re giving it to me, they’re not giving it to me yet."

Eudovic described his family as his heart, and that everything he does is for them.

"Family is a microcosm of the country itself. I believe that if you want to see a better country, you have to see a better family. My wife has been my inspiration, my backbone, my best friend."

Eudovic revealed that his wife was pregnant when he was creating the National Monument; "So I’ve dedicated the sculpture to my son, Lionel."

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first-grade student of the St. Aloysius R.C. Boys' Infant School was taken to Victoria Hospital via ambulance on Monday, after suffering a serious fall on the school compound. The exact time of the incident is unclear but Principal Wynnykyj King told the STAR she received a related phone call at 7:30 am.

"I came to the school immediately,” she said. “By the time I got there, the student was being attended to by the kitchen staff and another teacher."

King said that based on what she's been told, the boy fell over the school's stair rail onto the floor below. "We’ve been in constant contact with his mother. We know that right

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staff member at the Gordon and Walcott Memorial Methodist Primary School has assured the STAR that come Monday teachers will be back to school, following their walk-out on Tuesday this week, now that the education ministry has promised their complaints will be addressed.

"I went down to the school on Wednesday," said our source. "There was some heavy equipment about, people were cleaning up, and the vents from the lab’s air condition units had been removed.”

Teachers of the Gordon and Walcott Memorial Methodist School will resume work on Monday.

Per reports on Tuesday, the teachers’ walk-out was in consequence of the presence of mould. Another source close to the situation said: "We asked our principal, having come to school on Tuesday, to call the ministry to ascertain whether what was said about the mould was correct. We waited around 90 minutes.

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Female inmate recounts assault to mother: “Mommy, they raped me.

They made me feel like a dog.” as during classes and church.

Herman says that the female victim will undergo medical tests in relation to the assault, n Tuesday, newly results of which will be provided appointed Director of the later. The three male inmates Bordelais Correctional have been segregated from the Facility (BCF) Hilary Herman told general population as police reporters that investigations investigations take place. were ongoing into the alleged

However, the mother physical assault of a female of the victim has given a inmate by three male inmates. different version of events. On Herman said that the incident in Wednesday Nadia Germaine question occurred on Monday recalled that her daughter told afternoon near the medical her the incident occurred not on and female units. While both Monday, but Sunday evening. male and female inmates The mother says she spoke to have access to the medical a probation officer on Monday unit, Herman said the proper night, who told her that the procedures were not adhered inmates broke into the cell. to.

The officer said the victim did

The assault victim, a not state that she was raped.

16-year-old, is on remand for Germaine was advised to visit murder. Although male and the facility the next day, which female inmates are kept apart she did. in most cases, Herman said

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as to what had transpired.

Eventually, she was able to speak with her daughter: “As soon as I entered she just held me and fell on me and said, ‘Mommy, they raped me. They made me feel like a dog. They raped me. I’m feeling so dirty.

I’m feeling like a dog.’ And she started crying.” She says that her child slept in the very cell where the incident had taken place.

Addressing the mother’s statements, Herman told the STAR that the victim has given different versions of the event, so the investigation will determine what day the incident occurred, and how it happened.

He confirmed that the victim did sleep in the same cell following the incident but said that an officer was present. “Keep in mind there’s very few options here. She should not be in the prison at all; she’s a juvenile

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and we don’t have a juvenile facility. We can’t put her in any adult units,” said Herman.

“Anywhere else you put her would have actually exposed her to worse. So the choice was to make her stay there but have company 24/7. It’s unfortunate but that’s what we have to work with.”

Herman says that a review of the prison’s own policies and procedures is ongoing, with an aim to strengthen them. “I know that procedures were not followed, so we now have to look into why it was not followed and ensure that it does not happen again,” he said. “I think we’ve become complacent. I think there’s a lot of revamping to do to go back to standard policies and procedures.”

At press time, results from the victim’s medical tests were still pending.

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Should Bordelais inmates be allowed to vote in the general election?

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Human rights advocate Mary Francis and prison Director Hilary Herman have called for allowing Bordelais inmates to vote in the general election.

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s of October 2019, the inmate count at the Bordelais Correctional Facility (BCF) stands at 503, of which thirteen are female.

312 inmates are on remand (charged with an offence but the court case has not been finalised). In an interview with the STAR last week, newly appointed BCF Director Hilary Herman, in addressing prisoner rehabilitation, said he believes that inmates should be allowed to vote in the country’s general election.

Herman stated that since BCF is in the business of reform, they would like to see inmates take part in everything the society does. “There’s the flip side of the coin where people will say the inmates lost that privilege because they’ve committed a crime. I would like to see them become productive citizens. Part of being a productive citizen is taking your voting right seriously,” he said.

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Writing in a USA Today op-ed in April, Sanders stated that punishment for a crime does not cause people to lose their rights to citizenship, and should not cause them to lose their right to vote. “This should not devolve into a debate about whether certain people are ‘good enough’ to have the right to vote. Voting is not a privilege.

It is a right,” Sanders said.

On Wednesday human rights advocate Mary Francis made her position clear in an interview with the STAR and called for changes to be made.

“I think they should be allowed to vote in this modern time. The fact is, like I’ve always said, it’s not because you’ve committed an offence that means you must be deprived of your rights as a citizen. They still remain human beings and they’re still citizens of the state.”

Francis, an attorney-at-law and co-ordinator of the National Centre for Legal Aid and Human Rights Inc, says that allowing

inmates to vote will help with their rehabilitation. She says that it will boost self-esteem as inmates will realise that they have not been cast away from society and can still exercise their rights as citizens. With more than half of the BCF’s inmate population on remand, Francis says this makes the matter worse because they have not been found guilty.

Also, inmates are being kept on remand for lengthy periods of time. What this shows, she says, is that the system is failing citizens. She insists that people who are charged ought to be given a fair trial in a reasonable time. “This is not being done and most inmates are on remand. Therefore, it’s all the more reason why their rights as citizens should not be encroached upon and should be upheld whilst they’re awaiting trial,” Francis stressed. “It’s a pity that such a thing is happening in a democratic society with fundamental rights enshrined as part of our constitutional law.”

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Young Lives at Risk in Bordelais! judge anybody or anything like that. You just getting paid to do a job. They would treat him so bad.”

“Who would you report to when you feel mistreated by an officer?” I asked. Julien let out a scoff, “The same officers that doing you things.

Generally, officer just do what they want. That’s how it is there.

Officers come like gods, like you supposed to fear them.”

According to Julien, correctional officers have a lot of leverage at their disposal, including being able to treat Inmates understand they are being punished but one former inmate says, prohibited items as business “That’s not a place for any human being to be.” opportunities, “A lot of time you pay police officers to bring in in a hole. Centipedes would As for those who didn’t get a a part to play in health issues, phones and drugs and things for sleeping bag, the sheet was all come out of the toilet, roaches especially if there is someone you. And a lot of officers doing they had for resting on the cold too.” He mentioned the few they choose to pick on. “There that. Don’t feel like 10% or 20. floors. Still, by Julien’s account, occasions that inmates would have fellas that have to go to More like 60%. Sometimes 65%. this is nothing compared to the be greeted by snakes too. the doctor. Those that after a They know that already, they That insects feel so animals that share the cell with beating their body hurting for cah stop it.” inmates. “All in the walls you’d welcome, Julien attributes how many weeks. Sometimes,

Julien’s top to the exceptional dirtiness see little holes and night-time, depending on where the thing roaches just running out of that. of inmate living conditions. hit them, they get a zikak and all recommendation to the Inmates are responsible for There are centipedes and a lot kinds of thing. There have those prison director is to provide of different things. Certain times cleaning their cells but Julien whose head hurting and always disinfectant. I challenged this, you’d see a centipede running claims that resources are hard up and down medical. The thing suggesting that it could be used as a weapon or the cause of to access, “You’d have to plan you have to jump around and about there, antibiotics is all suicide. Julien opposed, saying kill that, or it would run back and inform the officer that we they give and send you back every prison expects that but want to clean our cell. They to the cell until you fall down it’s for the management to find would have us out, they would or something and they call the a way, “They could put people organise scrubbing brush and ambulance.” in charge to watch us, give sometimes bleach and certain

He described the troubles people jobs so we can clean things. But sometimes six fellas one of his fellow unit-mates our cell. Get pest control to in a cell, we cannot be cleaning faced regularly. Once he our cell once every four or five suffered from an asthma attack walk around the jail and deal with all that because every cell months. You want to keep it and the officer at the time up but the officers not working dismissed it until all the inmates have families of roaches. That’s roaches from some other part with you. They’d tell you, ‘Where in the unit began shouting at of the world.” you feel you is? At your home? her, prompting her to finally

Among his other Jail you is.’” call the medical unit. “She get recommendations: “A lot of The Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards invites public comment on draft standards being

Julien reflected on his past up and make a call, the other money so they could put proper proposed for adoption as Saint Lucia National Standards: living conditions: “That’s not a officers come up they rush him food. Train the officers with place for any human being to to medical. But the man could communication skills, how to be.” have died just because of that The standards cover the following subject areas: interact with people. They have

He continued, “If there are stupidness,” Julien fumed. to hire an entire new fleet 100 fellas in jail, probably 85 of He continued, “One time • Agricultural products and practices cause it cannot work with the them have lota [tinea versicolor] five officers enter the cell, they • Food Products and Food Safety and skin infection because of handcuff him, they brought him ones there. The director face • Electrical and Electronics should be around the facility the place.

You coming there inside the officer cubicle, they • General Consumer Products more to know what going on. nice and you’re lucky if you shut the door so we couldn’t • Construction Engineering, Products and Practices Cause they only come with their don’t get a rash or something.” see what happening but we • Management Services

Julien said that there are could hear every time the baton long sleeve white shirt and just • Environmental Sustainability other health risks at Bordelais. hitting him. They give him about walk around and watch. So the • Tourism and Hospitality everyday officer just get to do The second highest, by his eight lashes, and he’s a small • Mechanical Engineering, Products and Practices whatever they want cause they ranking, is the food. “The meat, fella, he have no size. They • Product and company certification. Conformity Assessment have no punishment. It’s like majority of the time you could give him endless baton in another world cause nobody see blood in it. Once a bucket of the office there, you hear him The draft standards are available for viewing and comment via registration by visiting our tea fell on the road by accident. screaming and all kind of thing. there to see nothing!” website: www.slbs.org

The challenge, Julien Six months it marked the road, When he come back his body claims, is not just physical.

I don’t know what it had in it. It was bruised up and lumped.”

Young inmates especially suffer The deadline for comment is Monday 13th January 2020 stained the road and it wasn’t

Julien understands that mentally and are expected to moving so I ban drinking that.” he was in a prison and inmates function normally after decades For information on how to comment visit the SLBS website at www.slbs.org visit us on

Julien added solemnly, “A are there as punishment. But in remand. lot of people were getting sick he insists that the correctional facebook – facebook.com/slbsslu or call 453-0049/456-0102

Find out in next week’s but you cannot tell if it’s the officers are given more power STAR the psychological food.” than they should have, “He challenges faced in Bordelais,

Julien also claims that troublesome and did a lot of as an ex-inmate tells it. the correctional officers have things but y’all in no position to

Bordelais they go through Claudia Mc Dowell admittance, have photos taken and receive a jail number. Each person is provided with one fitted bedsheet, a spork, a bowl hird time’s the charm, or plate, a cup and a toothbrush.

Hilary Herman learnt, as “They supposed to give you a days into his third stint sleeping bag but not everybody as director of the Bordelais Correctional Facility he is tasked lucky enough,” Julien said.

Inmates are permitted with answering questions one hour of recreational time about an inconsistent story of outdoors and remain in their a prison attack (see page 4). In cell for the other 23. The inmate last weekend’s issue, Herman count as of last week was 503 spoke with the STAR about his which is just about the prison’s ambitious plans for the jail and capacity. But when Julien left why they are necessary. Those the facility in 2016, sometimes, included boosting security and he said, up to ten people could providing rehabilitation within be in a four-man cell. Each prison confinement for the cell is equipped with four beds hundreds of young men who (extra people use the floor) and pass through its walls. squat toilet which doubles as a

This reporter sat with an ex-inmate recently and a young shower. Inmates use bottles of water and stand over the toilet man’s memory of being jailed for baths. Sometimes the water at 18 proves just how difficult would run over onto the cell Herman’s job will be in the floor. coming years. Julien (not his “Around Christmas time real name) dove into the depths when it extra cold, you stick of the facility’s issues and why in that. It’s a fitted bed sheet “correctional” should never be so you have to move it on the tied to the prison’s name. mattress and fit yourself like a

Jail time is simple. When burrito,” Julien remembered. prisoners are brought in to

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Financial Action Task Force Recommendation 32: Powers of Law Enforcement and Investigative Authorities By the Attorney General’s Chambers and the National Anti-Money Laundering Oversight Committee

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he Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Forty Recommendations seek to cover a myriad of areas which may be abused for money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation financing. Recommendation 32 examines the area of cash couriers.

Countries are mandated to implement measures to detect the physical cross-border transportation of currency and bearer negotiable instruments (BNI). A bearer negotiable instrument is a signed document that promises to a specific person, payment of a sum of money in the future.

The person receiving the payment must be named on the instrument. A personal

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cheque is an example of a BNI. This detection mechanism can be achieved through a declaration and/or disclosure system.

A declaration system requires any person physically making a cross-border transport of a set value declaring the amount to the designated competent authority. Declarations may be done in three ways: a written declaration system for all travellers, a written declaration system for travellers carrying an amount above a threshold or an oral declaration system.

Conversely, with a disclosure system travellers are required to provide the authorities with information only upon request. This system does not require a traveller to make oral or written declarations upfront. However, both systems are applicable to incoming and outgoing transportation of currency.

Competent authorities within

a country, such as the Customs and Excise Department, should possess the legal authority to stop or restrain travellers with currency or bearer negotiable instruments which are suspected of being related to money laundering, terrorist financing or proliferation financing. Further, any information which is derived through the declaration process should be available to the Financial Intelligence Unit (within Saint Lucia this entity is called the Financial Intelligence Authority).

This recommendation also calls for countries to enact appropriate and dissuasive sanctions against persons who make false declarations or disclosures. These sanctions may be criminal, civil or administrative in nature.

It is important that authorities which have the responsibility of implementing this recommendation are properly staffed by persons with the highest skill set and integrity. These entities should also have the proper financial and technical resources.

More information on this and the other Financial Action Task Force Recommendations can found on the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) website at https://www.cfatf-gafic.org.

Farewell to a UWP Stalwart

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he United Workers Party is deeply saddened by the loss of one of its stalwarts of the Soufriere constituency, Gaspard Charlemagne. The party extends its deepest condolences to the Charlemagne family and, by extension, the people of Soufriere on their loss.

Mr. Charlemagne was a devoted educator. He was born in the town of Soufriere on October 19, 1940. His early schooling was at the Soufriere Boys’ Primary School where he later became a schoolteacher at the age of 16. He pursued Teachers’ Training Education at Endiston College, Barbados and was later awarded a Commonwealth Scholarship that enabled him to achieve a Diploma in Education at Shoreditch College, University of London.

His passion for education saw him also achieving a Bachelor of Education Degree from The University of the West Indies.

His career in the field of education saw him serving as Chief Education Officer, curriculum officer for Social Studies, Principal of the Soufriere Comprehensive Secondary School and Junior Minister of Education from 2006-2010.

Mr. Charlemagne also had a passion for politics and community work. He served in many community groups and organisations and became a candidate for the United Workers Party in the 2006 general elections.

Although he was unsuccessful in his bid

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Former United Workers Party candidate Gaspard Charlemagne (pictured) passed away on September 30.

to become the parliamentary representative of Soufriere, he was made a Senator by then Prime Minister Sir John Compton and served as Junior Minister of Education and Culture.

The United Workers Party has lost a great soul and he will surely be missed by all. Mr Charlemagne will be laid to rest on Monday, October, 21, 2019.

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Tourism Minister unaware of Buggery Law's supposed Impact on Sector

aint Lucia’s tourism officials were in a celebratory mood on Monday as they announced that the island has recorded its “best August ever”.

Based on figures provided by the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA), a total of 36,342 tourists visited the island in August, the most ever recorded in this month.

Commenting on the achievement, tourism minister Dominic Fedee declared that it was a clear indication that their programmes, policies and events are resonating and gaining traction with consumers, both in the region and internationally. Looking ahead to the approaching winter season, he expressed confidence that the sector will continue to grow.

This announcement comes some three weeks after the president of the Saint Lucia Hospitality and Tourism Association (SLHTA), Karolin Troubetzkoy, expressed concerns over the impact on the sector of the country’s law against buggery. She groaned that as a hospitality professional, it saddens her that there are “so many travellers” from the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community overseas

who would not come to Saint Lucia because of the island’s constitution which criminalizes same-sex sexual activity. She further stated that the law is outdated, and sends the wrong signal to the world. The number of potential tourists who’ve decided that they won’t visit the country because of the buggery law, remains uncertain. Attempts at reaching Mrs. Troubetzkoy for the past three weeks have proved futile.

“I’m not aware that it does,” Dominic Fedee told the STAR on Tuesday, when asked if the law negatively impacts the country’s most crucial sector. “I haven’t seen any numbers that suggest that there are hundreds of people that are not coming to Saint Lucia because of any specific law.”

What the numbers do show, Fedee says, is that Saint Lucia’s tourism industry continues to grow. Referencing the 36,342 stay-over arrivals in August, the minister highlighted that there were also increases in three main markets: United States, 13%; United Kingdom, 12% and Canada, 17%. Per data from the Central Statistical Office, total visitor arrivals to the country

Tourism Minister Dominic Fedee (pictured) is confident that the demand for Saint Lucia is strong and that the sector will keep recording growth.

for the years 2014-2017 were 1,026,806, 1,088,133, 998,536 and 1,105,541, respectively. Last year Saint Lucia recorded over 1.2 million total visitor arrivals for the first time.

“The demand for Saint Lucia is strong,” Fedee said. “I personally don’t believe that a country should change a law just because of tourism. That’s my personal view.” What needs to happen, he says, is that proper dialogue and conversation must

take place, in terms of where Saint Lucians would like to go as a country, and where we see ourselves in the next 20 to 50 years. “I think we have to also consider the spiritual component.

What does the church have to say? I have noted very strong opposition to changing the law from the Christian community.

There certainly is more to changing the law than just for tourism,” he said.

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SAVEION GETS INTERNATIONAL BREAK

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t started with 'Perfect Body'.

A snippet of the 2018 release from Saveion was uploaded to his Instagram page; a member of Jamaica’s musical royalty heard it and sent the young Saint Lucian artiste a private message.

Fast forward and now Saveion is working on his first EP with a legendary Jamaican songwriter and producer.

Saveion’s success didn't come overnight. He has been a professional artiste for three years, his biggest achievement being 'Baddie', a collaboration with Imran Nerdy with which he made it to the finals of the 2018 Groovy Soca Monarch.

Before he stepped foot on stage, Saveion was writing music. He has collaborated with internationally recognized artistes such as Teddyson John, writing his megahits 'Vent', 'Kite Sa', 'Tro Waist', 'Y dous' and, most recently, ‘Crème de la Crème’.

Saveion has also teamed with other local artistes such as Ricky T, Sedale, Michael Robinson and Hollywood Hp.

Regionally he has worked with reggae superstar Christopher Martin of Jamaica, Kes the Band and Shurwayne Winchester from Trinidad.

And now Saveion is set to hit international markets and audiences. The Jamaican artiste who reached out to Saveion in late 2018 was Nicky B, full name Nicholas Bennet. He is the son of Michael “Mikey” Bennet and is credited with pioneering the “Island Pop” sound that fuses dancehall and radio-friendly pop music. He has penned music for internationally acclaimed artistes such as Omarion, Sean Paul and Syd from the Internet. He has also forged collaborations with the likes of Kid Ink, Runtown, Snoop Dogg and Dj Mustard and is also signed to Universal Republic Records. His father, Mikey, is an award-winning producer, composer and vocalist, and the operator of Grafton Studios based in Jamaica.

A trip to Jamaica followed the initial conversation between Saveion and Nicky B. It was there that work started on Saveion’s EP which features collaborations with a number of world-renowned artistes. Saveion’s EP was recorded at Mikey’s legendary Grafton studios and will be distributed by various international record labels.

You can follow Saveion on Instagram @saveionofficial for all the exciting updates.

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Special Requirements and Key Competences • BSc in Accounting or ACCA Level II or other equivalent qualifications with minimum of three years experience in a similar position • Knowledge and application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) • Competent in use of Microsoft Office and QuickBooks software • Ability to work on own initiative and meet strict deadlines • Very good analytical and problem solving skills • Very good written and oral communication skills • Must have high degree of accuracy and be detail oriented Principal Responsibilities • Maintain Fixed Assets register and reconcile with GL • Prepare monthly management accounts and reports for all companies • Maintenance of vendors’ accounts and payments • Liaise with all relevant governmental agencies and financial institutions • Coordinate work related to both internal and external audits in the periodic review of the

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'Make It Happen' Touches Even More Lives in 2019

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he Make It Happen Foundation continues to try to make a difference in the lives and working conditions of police and fire officers island-wide by upgrading their work spaces, providing basic equipment needs and thereby making them more comfortable, so improving morale.

In 2019 alone, the Foundation has been living up to its mission and vision with upgrades and contributions made at several police stations and institutions. Officers at the Marchand Police Station were thrilled last week to receive a water heating system; Rodney Bay sub-station was given a facelift; Chesterfield Police Headquarters received an AC unit; and a financial contribution of $6,000 was made to the Fire Service Benevolent Fund to benefit a family from Canaries who lost their home in a fire. Six washers and dryers have also been distributed to various police and fire stations.

With proceeds from its charitable events, Make it Happen was also able to provide $20,000 worth of recreational and sporting equipment for Bordelais Correctional Facility, with the aim of fostering a spirit of engagement and socialization, especially amongst young offenders.

The Saint Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority (SLASPA), hereby invites suitably qualified contractor(s) to submit quotations for the following Works: 1. Upgrade of High Mast Lights Vieux Fort Seaport All Bidders must provide evidence of experience in similar works, with the necessary available competent personnel.

Requests for Quotation (RFQ) packages are available at the Customer Service Desk, SLASPA Headquarters on Manoel Street, Castries at a non-refundable cost of fifty dollars ($50.00), from Monday, October 21, 2019 to Friday, November 1, 2019.

Opening hours: Monday to Friday (except public holidays) 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (except 12 noon – 2 pm) Works / Projects Details Submission Label / Addressed to: Submission

Requirements Deadline and label “ Upgrade of High Mast Lights - Vieux Fort Seaport ”

A site visit is arranged for Tuesday, November 5th 2019 at port Vieux Fort from 10:00 am.

Interested bidders are requested to assemble at the Seaport near the NFTO shed. A Bidders conference will follow the site visit. The conference venue will be announced on site.

The RFQ package must be submitted and labelled: “Upgrade of High Mast Lights - Vieux Fort Seaport ”

The Chairperson – Tenders Committee Saint Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority (SLASPA) Manoel Street P.O. Box 651, Castries

Friday, 15th November 2019 at 9a.m. local time.

Quotations are to be handed to the Customer Service Representative upon which a receipt will be provided to the Contractor submitting the quotation. Please note that submissions/quotations received after the closing date and time will be rejected.

For more details visit http://www.slaspa.com/documents/index/27

Raquel Du Boulay-Chastanet (right), founder of Make it Happen, makes a donation of washing machines to various police stations island-wide.

In March, to celebrate International Womens’ Day, the Foundation hosted a sold-out Ladies' Tea Party: “Tea and Testimony” which raised $15,000 for the Womens’ Support Centre, a safe house for victims of domestic violence. In May, Make it Happen teamed up with the 1st Battalion Scots Guards to give the R.C. Boys' Primary School a much-needed makeover.

As the Make It Happen Foundation gets set to host its highly anticipated annual charity ball, which is not only a night of fun and fashion, but one where retired police and fire officers are honoured for their service, the Foundation thanks all sponsors and well-wishers, in particular, Courts Unicomer, Digicel, St. Lucia Distillers, Harris Paints, Brice and Company, Model Homes, Florida Caribbean Cruise Association, Harry Edwards Jewelers,

Diamonds International, Sandals Resorts, Coconut Bay Resort, Jade Mountain, The BodyHoliday, Coco Resorts, IGY Marina, Fond Doux Resort and M&C Home Depot.

For the first time, the Officers’ Ball will be partnering with Hot Couture. The Ball will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at the Grand Pavilion on The Ramp at Rodney Bay. The Gala Event and Fashion Show will highlight Saint Lucian and regional designers as the Hot Couture Capsule Collection will be unveiled. The male models will be well known business and community leaders as well as sports personalities.

It will be a night of surprises, incredible fashion, great food and entertainment, plus a DJ playing into the wee hours. Tickets are priced at $350 but are almost completely sold out. For more information visit: www.facebook. com/makeithappenstlucia/

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Will the Dennery Segment Generation Buy Pierre’s Golden Oldies?

By Jody A. von Wahl

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irst and foremost, let me say I am not partisan.

Which is not to say I am neutral. Or without bias.

I am not a supporter or a defender of either the United Workers Party or the St. Lucia Labour Party. I do not buy into the notion that the electorate has only two choices, less or greater evils. This is the false dichotomy used to keep the nation politically divided, unable to use the power of unity that could bring about meaningful change; change that could effectively rearrange our system to the benefit of us all. I stand firmly behind the invisible line in the sand where live the disenfranchised, disinterested and disgruntled masses.

Shortly after the SLP leader Mr. Philip J. Pierre delivered his address at his party’s conference of delegates last Sunday, a Facebook friend invited me to review it. She was especially interested in what Pierre had said about “the youth”. Here goes. About 45 minutes into his nearly 90-minute delivery, Pierre promised: “We will deliver a new tomorrow. Saint Lucia will never look back again.” The line reminded me of the current prime minister who, on the 2016 campaign trail, also pledged to “build a new Saint Lucia” and continues to promise.

Pierre added: “The SLP respects young people and we will fight to give them every opportunity to succeed. We will ensure that young people are engaged in business ventures they enjoy . . . Our youth are worth more than just photo opportunities and gimmicks to make selfish politicians look good.”

Who could he have been referring to by “selfish politicians”? That’s like talking about “wet water”.

Remember, this was coming from a high-ranking parliamentarian who for some fifteen years was generally perceived as the member of Cabinet closest to Prime Minister Kenny Anthony, until 2016 the leader of a government most famous for inventing such work programmes as STEP, NICE, YEP and so on—all taxfunded. Are these the jobs Pierre had in mind when he spoke last Sunday of “jobs youth will enjoy”?

Pierre also hinted at “a bold, workable plan for the young people of Saint Lucia”. No details, except that his plan will aim toward economic empowerment, youth participation and youth social justice—whatever that means. He further promised, if elected, a new youth economy that will cater to the special needs of young people interested in sports, entertainment, creative industries, modelling, cultural activities and information technologies. What did he mean by “special needs”? Are our youth somehow more mentally challenged or differently abled as compared to their adult counterparts? Administration after administration has failed to adequately support and empower the more capable adults. Why should anyone believe a Pierre government would do for the young—and largely unskilled—what he and his colleagues were not able to do for their unemployed and unemployable parents?

But the pièce de résistance of Pierre’s appeal to the youth was his promise that within 100 days of being elected to office, an SLP administration under his leadership will inaugurate a “Youth Economy Task Force” with immediate access to finance, training and development. (Where have we heard something like this before?) He talked amusingly about a “youth business incubator” and promotion of innovation and market access. Why have there never been such opportunities for the general business community?

Many of us have in vain been praying for them for decades—from as far back as the heyday of Sir John Compton. On Sunday the wannabe prime minister assured listeners here and elsewhere: “We will find the resources. Anytime you speak about young people,

they ask you where you will get the money from. We will find the resources.” Speaking with Rick Wayne about neglected young people shortly before the 2006 elections, Sir John said: “I have no idea where we’ll get the money to help them, but we’ll just have to find it.” Perhaps Pierre is hoping the line will do for his party at the next elections what it did for the UWP in 2006.

The more we yearn for change, the more things stay the same in Saint Lucia. All our failed politicians do is recycle failed ideas. It remains to be seen whether the electorate, the youth in particular, will have learned something new before the next general elections!

Opposition Leader Philip J. Pierre has encouraged party supporters to get ready for the island’s next general election.

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To promote and effectively communicate Digicel’s propositions in St Lucia as set out in the marketing plans taking full account of the competitive marketplace. Determine the business requirements relating to acquisition, retention and customer satisfaction. To develop and implement activity to assist in maintaining the pre and postpaid customer base and drive net new activations. To support efforts in ensuring the company’s positive image in all marketing communications, including but not limited to advertising, public relations, collateral development and event management/execution.

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Liaise with the Marketing Manager to interpret bi-annual research to gain real customer insights that are actionable and can positively impact the next wave of results.

Manage the achievement of net activations targets and revenues targets for the St Lucia market via effective communications plans.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with advertising and PR agencies in addition to key stakeholders in the business, government and society.

Management of the creative process with advertising agencies from brief and concept development right thru to delivery to market for St Lucia specific campaigns.

Management of the creative process with advertising agencies from brief and concept development right thru to delivery tomarket for selection of OECS region campaigns, as directed by the Marketing Manager.

Ensure that all communications have been approved through the appropriate marketing governance process of being signed off by the Marketing Manager and the Product and Pricing Director as appropriate.

Liaise closely with the Marketing Manager to ensure that artwork is supplied for output at local print agencies within the agreed timeframes.

Develop a quarterly communications plan for retail channels ensuring that all collateral is accurate and current.

Ensure efficiency of execution in the operational activities of branding all Digicel sponsored events to maximize coverage and exposure.

Management of the local PR function to ensure that a positive image of Digicel is maintained and maximized. Issue press releases to local journalists and manage the execution of press conferences in conjunction with the Marketing Manager.

Update and maintain photographic, video and audio records of all marketing activities.

Any other duties within the scope of the job as periodically assigned by Marketing Manager.

Academic Qualifications • • • • •

Degree in marketing or business.

Professional candidate with 3-5 years in a similar marketing role and proven track record of delivering against targets.

Experience in developing and managing marketing propositions to specific target markets.

Experience in working on cross functional teams in a dynamic marketplace.

Excellent analytical, communication and presentation skills.

Skill Set • • •

PC proficiency on MS Office Suite of Products.

Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills are an absolute fundamental for success in this role.

Applicants should forward a cover letter and resume to slu_hr@digicelgroup.com with the subject Marketing Executive. Deadline for applications is Monday 28th October, 2019

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t turns out Einstein did not define insanity as “doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.”

An authoritative compilation of the Nobel winner’s famous quotes reveals that the line has also been attributed to different sources, among them Mark Twain, an old Chinese proverb, Benjamin Franklin and the novelist Rita Mae Brown. Meanwhile esteemed scholars insist Einstein was too smart to have defined the scope of insanity in such narrow terms, that it probably originated with someone like Dr. Silkwood or Bill Wilson of Alcoholics Anonymous back in the 1930s. On the other hand Einstein is umbilically tied to the observation that problems are seldom solved by the same thinking that created them.

The legendary discoverer of the law of photoelectric effect came to mind this week as I took in a replay of Philip J. Pierre’s televised address before the Labour Party’s conference of delegates last Sunday. I thought too of Donald Trump and recalled reading somewhere that you never really know what’s in a man’s head until he opens his mouth and lets it out. To be altogether truthful, Allen Chastanet did also cross my mind. But it was the advice of Quintus to his brother Cicero during his campaign for the post of Consul of Rome that stayed with me.

Wrote Quintus in a pamphlet: “Dear Marcus, you have many wonderful qualities but those you lack you must acquire, and it must appear as if you were born to them.”

Quintus further advised: “Promise everything to everyone. The best way to win voters is to tell them what they

want to hear. Call in favors. If someone is not in your debt, remind him that if elected you can reward him later. Know your opponent’s weaknesses— and exploit them. A winning candidate calmly assesses his opponent and then focuses relentlessly on his weaknesses, all the while trying to distract voters from his strengths.

Flatter voters shamelessly. You desperately need to learn the art of flattery, a disgraceful thing in normal life but essential when you are running for office.

A candidate must make voters believe that he thinks they’re important. Give people hope.

Voters who feel you can make their world better will be your most devoted followers—at least until after the elections when, inevitably, you will let them down.”

I’ve known Philip J. Pierre a very long time; from his earliest days with Julian Hunte as leader of the party Pierre now fronts. For two years or so we sat shoulder to shoulder as opposition senators. That we are no longer quite as tight, in consequence of my big fall-out with his former leader, does not mean Philip and I no longer communicate. We both know well the difference between opponents and enemies. But then I also know firsthand the inside pressures that prevent politicians from being friendly toward critics of their party. I still consider Pip my friend.

And, yes, we do engage in wideranging conversation though not on as regular a basis as in the years preceding 2003.

I know better than to ask him certain questions. Or to expect him to volunteer inside information that I might possibly use at his party’s expense—a situation not without its funny

side, considering my sense of recall and my intimate knowledge of the SLP’s leading characters, to say nothing of where the skeletons lie. I often tease Philip about his public statements, which he usually handles with a sense of humor. I should also add that he never misses an opportunity to chastise me for—by his measure— “supporting people who do not have the country’s best interests at heart; who are vindictive; who care only about themselves."

The Pip I knew back in the day when we hung out with Hilary Modeste, Percy Montoute, Eden Hinkson and Irving Reid would have a hard time recognizing the 2019 Philip J. Pierre. The earlier version was unwaveringly optimistic about the future of our country. And, yes, he was always ambitious.

At any rate, quietly as opposed to secretly. He truly believed he could help make a difference, however small. This is how I wrote about the Pip I used to know and for whom I had campaigned assiduously at the time of the 1997 general elections.

The big moment finally had arrived; the results were in.

Philip J. Pierre, the candidate on whom the Labour Party had been reluctant to “waste money we don’t have,” had pulled through, beaten the perceived near immovable Castries East fixture. The following remembrance is taken from my book Lapses & infelicities:

“I bumped into Philip leaning all alone against someone’s fence a few hundred yards from a polling station.

The look on his face was anything but triumphal. The last time we were together he had been so excited, so confident

Can SLP leader Philip J. Pierre (right) ever slip away from Kenny Anth shadow? And if he does, will he then have to deal with newer ones be of victory he could barely wait for Polling Day. On that occasion, his final constituency rally, traffic—vehicular and pedestrian—was rendered near impossible, thanks to the parked cars, the countless redshirted well wishers and others too young to vote but unable to resist the opportunity to set eyes on the main attraction; to soak up the vibe.

“What’s wrong?" I asked, quite concerned.

He shrugged, his eyes close to lifeless. “Oh, I’m okay,” he said. “Everything’s good.”

And I said: “So why are you looking like death. Why aren’t you jumping for joy? You know you wiped out Lansie, right?”

Eyes staring blankly ahead, his reaction was barely audible from two feet away: “So they tell me. You never know for sure

until the recount!”

All of that when already it was common knowledge he had destroyed Romanus Lansiquot by 2000 votes and emerged the election’s most successful candidate. Insecurity? Humility?

Who the hell knew!

Listening to his speech delivered last Sunday in Marigot, I wondered who could possibly have written it. It certainly did not sound like something from the heart of Philip J. Pierre. His actions, the obligatory waving to a crowd that included the openly disgruntled Alva Baptiste, recently shoved aside to accommodate Ernest Hilaire as first deputy leader—and the old alligator Kenny Anthony— were wooden, to say the least.

Only Pierre knows for certain how he felt when he officially

announced the presence of the man he had replaced as party leader.

The reaction from the audience had to have reminded Pierre of the newly unretired 2005 John Compton, when in the middle of Vaughan Lewis’ speech at their party’s conference of delegates, he strode in with his beaming entourage in tow. Such was the ovation given Compton that poor Vaughan was forced to step aside for several minutes until the noise subsided.

As for the several refried promises from Pierre should his party manage to do to Allen Chastanet this time around what it could not do under Kenny Anthony’s leadership in 2016: He said he would immediately take care of the long neglected youth, regardless where the necessary finances had to be sourced; set up an anti-corruption committee; put money in the empty pockets of our younger citizens and hand them jobs

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ny Anthony’s overwhelming ones before election time? they’ll enjoy; He would also restore healthcare. I could not help wondering if I alone was in the dark as to why none of Pierre’s promises were delivered in the three terms his party served as this country’s government, and why there had never been a related resolution, a motion, a bill while Labour was in opposition.

Was Pierre’s disastrous noconfidence motion, not to mention Ernest Hilaire’s more recent resolution, more important than the youth, healthcare for the especially poor and sick blahblahblah? But I’ve run out of space, dear reader. In the months ahead it will be interesting to observe the evolution of Pierre the Leader . . . whether he’ll follow his heart or continue to mouth the words of others far less committed to his cause than their own, to say nothing of their literary talents. Already the muffled old rumblings from within are growing louder . . .!

First place winners Max Richard and Michael Flavien.

or the third consecutive year, Harry Edwards Jewelers has successfully hosted its island-wide Taxi Drivers’ Association Domino Tournament with participants from Hewanorra International Airport, duty-free ports in Castries and serving hotels in the north of the island. Taxi drivers first competed within their associations to determine the strongest players from each hut. The final competition took place on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at the Civil Service Association Centre in Castries.

The defending champions were Southern Taxi Association’s Francis Palton and Luden James who were able to battle their way back into the finals, going head-to-head against the Holiday Taxi Ltd (La Place Carenage) team of Max Richard and Michael Flavien in a best-of-three set. At first seemed as if the Southern Taxi team would retain the title, winning the first round 6 to 5.

However, the Holiday Taxi team was not to be taken lightly. With great determination they won the second and third rounds with scores of 6 to 2 and 6 to 0 respectively, securing their victory and becoming the new champions.

The third and fourth placed teams are both from Sandals Halycon Hotel, Joseph Anson and Marius Antoine coming in third with scores 6, 5, 6; and Danny Innocent and Tobias Jn Pierre fourth with scores 0, 6, 3.

Managing Director of Harry Edwards Jewelers, Thomas Ladner commented, “The taxi drivers are one of the first contacts that visitors to our island reach out to upon arriving in Saint Lucia. It is important to recognize their contributions and show appreciation for their efforts. As a country it is imperative that all sectors work together for the common goal of enhancing the experience for visitors. Working together ensures a better future for us all.”

The organiser of the event, Ms Sonia Graham, commented, “Without the help of our thirty-plus sponsors, this event could not take place. We sincerely thank our sponsors. This tournament was a terrific way to open the 2019/2020 cruise and hotel tourism season.”

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Branding of Saint Lucia’s Seamoss

aint Lucia’s sun-dried seamoss is undergoing a major branding and packaging change.

Spearheaded by Export Saint Lucia, with support from the Department of Fisheries, Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards and Saint Lucia’s Seamoss Farmers' Associations, the island's seamoss is poised to be more competitive under the 'Taste of Saint Lucia' brand and with new eco-friendly packaging.

The 'Taste of Saint Lucia' brand features a special collection of premium food, beverage, and wellness products for those who want a taste of the island life. The brand assures customers and clients that the products meet the requisite quality standards that ensure one is getting the best from Saint Lucia. Under the brand, the island’s sundried seamoss will stand out as being uniquely Saint Lucian, distinguishing itself from similar products on the market, and helping customers to truly appreciate the uniqueness of

A taste of Saint Lucia.

Saint Lucia’s seamoss.

CEO of Export Saint Lucia, Sunita Daniel noted, “Various market visits and trends have indicated that Saint Lucia’s seamoss has a very strong presence in the vegan, vegetarian and millennial niche markets. According to the Vegan Society’s Website, the number of vegans in the United States grew from 4 million in 2014 to 19.6 million in 2017.

DOWN-TRADE SALES REPRESENTATIVE/DRIVER PRIMARY OBJECTIVES • To maximize sales and distribution of Food Express products in the small shops and minimart sector by visiting customers along specific routes, and ensuring maximum visibility to the satisfaction of all stakeholders.

• Maintaining positive business relationships to ensure future sales.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Loads goods into the vehicle in a safe and systematic manner.

• Adheres to assigned routes and schedules.

• Processes customer orders and collects payments from customers at the time of delivery.

• Provides excellent customer service, responds to customer complaints and queries in a professional manner.

• Identifies business opportunities by promoting new products or recommending complimentary products.

• Identifies new customers along the assigned routes.

• Ensures proper rotation of stock on van to avoid products expiring.

• Confidently present products to customers through excellent product/pricing knowledge.

• Assists in van stock reconciliation process at end of day sales.

• Operates goods vehicles, drives safely and follows all laws and rules of driving to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

• Establishes, develops and maintains positive

For this reason, the sale of food products consumed by this community is projected to be US$24.3 billion annually by 2024”.

To benefit from this emerging trend, steps have been taken toward improving the competitiveness of the product, including changing the packaging from plastic to an environmentally-friendly paper pouch. With Export Saint Lucia’s commitment to procuring the initial consignment of paper pouches, Saint Lucia’s seamoss will be going completely ‘green’ in the months ahead.

Seamoss farmers have remained resilient despite battling adverse weather conditions, and continue to supply the US and the UK markets with exports on a near-weekly basis, helping to boost economic activity along the island’s east coast. The first week of October 2019 saw the most recent shipment of seamoss to the US with regular, sustained shipments anticipated.

business and customer relationships.

• Practices time management to complete assigned daily sales route.

• Exceeds budgeted monthly sales goals and targets.

• Follows and adopts safety standards while transporting goods.

• Ensures that the vehicle remains in good condition.

REQUIREMENTS • Tertiary level education OR Five (5) CXC’s including Mathematics and English.

• 2 years prior experience in a same/similar post • A valid driver’s license with endorsements for light goods vehicles • Proficiency in Creole and English • Knowledge of the island’s geographic areas and road networks.

• Fit physical condition with an ability to drive, walk, lift and carry heavy items for extended periods.

• Knowledge of safety procedures for goods loading and off loading • Ability to operate delivery equipment including handheld device.

• Excellent cash management skills • Must possess and maintain cell phone.

• Ability to work flexible hours when required.

Interested applicants should send their resume and cover letter no later than 29th October, 2019 to vacancies@foodexpressltd.com or The Human Resource Manager Food Express Limited Bois D’Orange Gros Islet

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Taiwan Technical Mission joins Local Partners to resolve Fruit Quality Control Problem

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he Taiwan Technical Mission and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Physical Planning, Natural Resources and Co-operatives, through the Banana Productivity Improvement Project in collaboration with National Fair-trade Organisation, Export Saint Lucia, and Winfresh, held training on Fruit Quality Control. This training was put together as a result of repeated reports on quality issues from marketing company Winfresh.

The training was held in La Caye, Dennery on Thursday September 26, 2019.

Officials from Winfresh provided the participants with an overview of the marketing situation as it relates to Saint Lucia bananas with quality concerns and issues.

There was also a practical session where Winfresh officials provided the specifications for the various pack types and

Winfresh provided participants with advice on marketing and packaging of bananas.

demonstrated the packing of them. Taiwanese banana production expert Johnson Wu indicated that by following the specifications strictly, quality issues would be reduced significantly.

Forty participants, including extension officers, inspectors and farmers, benefitted from this training.

The Taiwan Technical Mission, BPIP, NFTO, Export Saint Lucia, and Winfresh will work together to conduct training with banana farmers from all the banana producing areas on the island. The Taiwan Technical Mission continues to support banana farmers by providing the required assistance in an effort to meet the desired quality.

Request for Proposal The Events Company of St. Lucia Inc. invites suitably qualified bidders to submit

a proposal for Facilities Management & Warehousing Please contact Events Company of St. Lucia Inc. at (758) 458-6076 or visit our website at eventssaintlucia.com for detailed guidelines and submission details for the above-mentioned service.

The deadline for receipt of proposals is Friday, October 26th, 2019

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There’s More To Topping Up Than You Think! gear, fashion, fling ourselves,

By Wayne Kublasingh head over heel, into the protonic (sun, photons, light, solar cell and battery) and photonic o you find yourself (protons, particle light, computers, hankering and hounding electronic tech) revolution. That after Digicel and Flow top is, using modern solar technology, ups? After NP and Unipet topcomputer-tech to boost our ups? After WASA and Tand TEC capacity and productivity. top-ups? And Price-Mart and Tru- Fleets of buses equipped Valu top ups? And that your entire with solar-powered battery, life is spent trying to earn income with 5G internet connectivity, to fulfil these important top-ups? small, medium and large.

Well, fret no more. The sun Homes, offices, private and is here. It is out and shining in public, equipped with 5G solar all its blazing glory. Believe it or and computer technology, not, the sun can reduce the cost harnessing energy for water, of all these top-ups by as much communications, not from T and as 85 per cent. This is not much TEC, WASA and Digicel, but from bulleted in your budget or gazette, common plants, community but it is a fact. The Einsteinian plants. This will make us less Revolution, the capacity to exploit reliant on wage income—from the smallest of particle, atom, private or public (government to top up our each and every income), will relieve government material need is here. You can of the burden of having to mind top up almost all of your material us, like big father and massa. needs by high capacity solar cell

5G or 6G technology based and battery technologies. With on photonic and protonic is the a virtually free source of power, way to go. So that we would, the sun. By creating 5G homes, year after year, be asking not transport, electricity and water. what the budget will do for us, And food. but what we, our commons,

This is the revolution of the commonly owned solar-plants 21st century; and our budgetand farms, and technology will master, Mr Colm Imbert, father do for us. engineer, mother astronomer, he

But the best top up of all himself a civil engineer, did not is free. The topping up of your even mention it. Yes, yes. We can persons and selves with cosmic get some gas and oil to pilot our light, consciousness, nescience. basic needs, scramble up some How is this to be done? Here are cash to pay our public service and the seven steps to boost your pension bills each month, but how capacity. Imagine you are a Nokia ineluctably un-new, un-advanced, phone. You need to be topped boring! What about new and up, not only with a paid card different ways of boosting growth, or account, but you possess a GDP growth, national output, battery. You need to be topped up productivity, on which everything with energy, light, a T and TEC top else relies? up. Likewise your soul must be—

This boost, growth, on pain of dread, dissolution— enhancement of real, ital topped up each day. productivity, may be achieved

First your brain, mind has with one swoop. We need to to be emptied. If your brain is

Just like your cell phone, there are many aspects of your life that need regular topping up.

filled with worry after top-ups, or schoolfriend, or girl/boyfriend, or job or wicked traffic, there is no room at the inn for more. You empty your brain and mind by bringing it to perfect stillness, silence.

Find a quiet, undisturbing, comfortable seat. Sit. Empty your brain and mind by reciting a mantra. Here is one: “Almighty God, the Ocean of Peace, I the Soul, the Essence of Peace.”

Say this mantra once; see, you top up by one millilitre. Say it twice, you top up by two. A thousand and one, and you are pretty much on your way to topping up with peace, instead of worrying over cat food.

And this holds true for the mantra of purity, wisdom, bliss, knowledge, power. Fill up your divine vessel, your soul, with these mantras, and the other junk—worry, fear, doubt, anger, despair, envy, the seven mortal vices—flee. They don’t leave quietly, they put up a struggle.

But if you do it often and stubbornly and gleefully enough, you rid yourself from these mortal foes of the human species.

Then, armed with these immortal gifts, peace, purity,

wisdom, knowledge, power, bliss, what do you do with them?

Do you sit in repose the whole day and dream? No. You act.

You serve. You work hard and sacrifice. You use these gifts to recharge yourself and those whom you meet, your mother, father, nephew, child your nemesis and so on.

Seek ye spiritual gifts.

Herein lies your power. The cosmic light, consciousness, effulgence is everything. You are only so much, so sustainable, so eternal, as the cosmic light within you. Everything else goes, is impermanent, unreal. This is true during life and after. All your holy books attest to this. Our lives in the Republic and globally do not have to be “solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short” (Thomas Hobbs, English political philosopher, Leviathan). It does not have to a brutish race to fulfil material top-ups. To beat traffic, loss of income, the incoming tide of destitution, quiet desperation, living on the edge. The answers are here.

In the Sun, 5G technology, the protonic and photonic Einsteinian Revolution. And in you, your cosmic self.

SPICE IS THE NEW REGIONAL AMBASSADOR OF MAGNUM TONIC WINE

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selected as the new face of the vibrant brand. “I’m so excited. I believe I have worked very hard to get to this point, and Magnum certainly has worked for it. I love dancehall and Magnum Tonic Wine is the only brand I believe that has truly partnered with and tried to push Dancehall in the Caribbean. It’s a match made in heaven,” shared Spice.

The announcement forms part of the brand’s Big 20 activities, commemorating 20 years since it first hit the market in 1999.

“This year is all about

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VACANCY NOTICE The Castries Constituency Council (CCC) is seeking to recruit a suitably qualified individual to fill the position of

ADMINISTRATION AND HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER. DUTIES AND TASKS 1. Leads the implementation of human resource policies, functions and procedures, by assigning tasks to officers; and monitoring and evaluating human resource activities and processes to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.

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he new queen of dancehall, Grace Hamilton, more popularly known as Spice, has signed to the most dynamic drink brand, Magnum Tonic wine.

The avid dancehall artiste made it official through a massive announcement at the Mas Camp in Kingston, Jamaica on Wednesday, October 16, 2019.

The agreement will see the artiste champion the brand in Jamaica and across the region, including major markets Trinidad, Saint Lucia, Guyana and others.

The adept performer expressed her delight at being

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making big moves and we just couldn’t think of a more fitting ambassador than the Queen of Dancehall. Magnum goes big in every way: bold, vibrant, dynamic, daring, and that definitely describes Spice’s personality. We have been mounting massive executions all over the region from Guyana to Trinidad, Saint Lucia and Barbados, as well as developing more new and exciting ways to get our consumers involved. The surprises definitely don’t stop here,” explained Kamal Powell, Regional Brand Marketing

Manager, Magnum Tonic Wine.

Debuting new music, premiering new styles and bringing dancehall to the world rank high on the artiste’s list of things to do. "There is a lot of work to be done and I’m definitely up to the task. I’ve never shied away from work. I have a lot of work to do with my Magnum Team in the Caribbean so all the Caribbean countries need to look out for Spice. I’m coming!” ended Spice.

Magnum Tonic Wine is distributed locally by Peter and Company Distribution Limited.

2. Provides advice and support to line managers and team members and on the interpretation and application of human resource policies, legislation and procedures, through consultation, dialogue and presentations to allow for understanding and consistency in the implementation process thereof.

3. Processes letters/contracts for the employment of staff by verifying requests for accuracy and fairness and to provide the Chief Executive Officer with the necessary information to enable the employment of the most eligible candidates.

4. Assists with the recruitment process by preparing vacancy advertisements, reviewing applications, shortlisting and interviewing candidates; preparing interview reports for submission to the Chief Executive Officer to facilitate the appointment of the most eligible applicant.

5. Prepares comprehensive reports on human resource matters through consultation, research and analysis and reviewing relevant documents, to ensure the observance of best practice and to support the decision-making process.

6. Prepares monthly reports on work in progress, achievements and challenges for discussion with the Chief Executive Officer to assist decision making, facilitate performance evaluation, and to determine a way forward.

7. Designs and facilitates training programmes and other staff development measures by preparing presentations on various aspects of human resource management, to build capacity, develop consensus and to promote best practice for addressing related issues.

8. Reviews job descriptions for vacant positions through job analysis and prepares job descriptions (where necessary) in consultation with the respective Department Manager and relevant line agencies to ensure the requirements of the job are accurately reflected.

9. Supervises team members through target setting, coaching, mentoring, motivating, and appraisal of individual staff performance to drive productivity and enable the efficient operations of the Council.

10. Ensures the completion of performance assessments for ALL staff through the implementation of an effective performance process.

11. Serves as an ex-officio member on the Administration and Human Resource Committee.

12. Performs any other job-related duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 1. Bachelor’s Degree plus four (4) years’ experience in a Management position.

2. Bachelor’s Degree plus Post Graduate Diploma plus three

(3) years’ experience in a Management position at Grade 12. OR 3. Master’s Degree plus two (2) years’ experience in a Management position.

Applications must be submitted to: The Chief Executive Officer Castries Constituency Council Peynier Street P.O. Box 628 CASTRIES

The deadline for receipt of application is October 31, 2019.

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Marguerite Lives in New York!

ryan Henry, founder of the Mamai La Caye La Marguerite Group, says that it has been high time to celebrate the flower festival in New York.

Ten years ago he began the St Lucia La Rose group and it has remained firmly established, now with 50 members. “I organised the La Marguerite group because there was a need to balance the flower festivals. A La Rose without a La Marguerite festival— there is a sense of neglect on the part of the Marguerite group,” Henry told the STAR.

He explained that there was a cry from the Saint Lucian diaspora in New York that too much emphasis was being placed on La Rose whilst there was no mention of La Marguerite.

“Saint Lucia is the only country where two flower festivals are celebrated so it was mandatory that we have both groups of our cultural tradition.”

The coronation ceremony of the La Marguerite group was held on October 6, 2019 in Brooklyn.

Judges Claudette Narcisse and Betheldred Francois, governor

Mama Marguerite Dawna Regis, Queen Marylene Gaston, King Rayan James, Prince Urius Marshall and Princess Georgina Smith were sworn in. Right now there are 35 registered members, helpers and other people who work behind the scenes to keep the group running.

“So now I feel complete. My work has been accomplished,” said Henry.

He was the prince in both the La Rose and La Marguerite groups in Dennery. “I have always loved the culture of my

150 Saint Lucians came out to witness the first ever La Marguerite group in New York.

beautiful isle,” Henry continued.

He credits his knowledge of Saint Lucian tradition to the late Cypriani Frank Norville, who he considered his mentor, and Antonius Thomas.

“He has always been like a big brother to me. When many felt it was not important to accept and continue the cultural festival, it is those icons that are the pillars in continuing.”

Bryan Henry has taken up the mantle in his own way, encouraging Saint Lucians in New York to continue the traditions as well.

The royal family was crowned on October 6, and the reigning La Marguerite Queen Marylene Gaston delivered the coronation speech.

Job Vacancy Sales Representative/ Driver Job Summary To maximize sales and distribution of company food and beverages in the small shops and minimart sector by visiting customers along a specific route and ensuring maximum visibility to the satisfaction of all stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities • Ensure maximum Sales and Distribution of assigned products by visiting outlets along a specific route whilst constantly searching for opportunities to increase penetration.

Special attention must be given to achieving monthly targets.

• Establish effective and regular communication in working relationships with internal and external customers, ensuring after sales follow-up with the objective of excellent customer experience and generating further sales.

• Stock Management: • Assist in the Van Stock Reconciliation Process • Reporting information and feedback from assigned route which assists in developing promotional strategies, changes in customer buying patterns, and market information on activities impacting sales and performance.

Cul De Sac, Castries, St. Lucia Tel: 457-7000 Fax: 457-7059 Email:pcdcustomerservice@thegelgroup.com Website: www.peterandcompanydistribution.com

• Participate in the Preparation and Execution of promotions.

• Ensure that the Working Environment is well kept, clean, tidy, aesthetically appealing and in good repair.

Qualifications and Skills • Tertiary level education which includes business courses, plus two years’ experience in either Sales, Merchandising or Trade Marketing.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, • Good communication skills, customer oriented, organized, good planner, • Strong relationship building skills and problem-solving ability, • Strong understanding of the local retail sector and proven track record in sales, • Computer literate • A Valid Driver’s License endorsed for goods vehicles.

How to Apply Interested applicants should send their detailed resume and cover letter, together with two references quoting the job title as the subject to reach us no later than 2nd November, 2019 to: The Human Resource Manager Peter and Company Distribution Box 84/85 Cul De Sac, Castries Email:pcd.hr@cdplimited.com

Job Vacancy Sales Assistant Job Summary Manually handle materials, products and equipment to (i) support on time delivery of customer orders, (ii) safeguard the original saleable condition of goods during handling and (iii) observe safety requirements, and (iv)maintain the work environment in a manner that minimizes actual/ potential damage, injury or loss to employees and company products and property.

Duties and Responsibilities • Assist with Loading and Delivery of goods • Assist in proper Picking and Packing of goods.

• Assist with proper Storage and Rotation of goods • Maintain effective Housekeeping in and around the storage areas Qualifications and Skills • Five (5) CXCs including English and Mathematics; good written and oral skills.

• Must be able to read and write to be able to pick the correct goods and identify customer delivery locations • Ability to act independently while performing required tasks.

• Ability to work with a Team and independently while performing required tasks How to Apply Interested applicants should send their detailed resume and cover letter, together with two references quoting the job title as the subject to reach us no later than 2nd November, 2019 to: The Human Resource Manager Peter and Company Distribution Box 84/85 Cul De Sac, Castries Email:pcd.hr@cdplimited.com Cul De Sac, Castries, St. Lucia Tel: 457-7000 Fax: 457-7059 Email:pcdcustomerservice@thegelgroup.com Website: www.peterandcompanydistribution.com

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resident Donald Trump says he’ll “be looking into” the case of a U.S. financial adviser charged with killing a hotel worker while on a family vacation in Anguilla after the man’s wife appeared on the Fox & Friends morning show and urged Trump to intervene. Trump tweeted shortly after the segment: “Something looks and sounds very wrong.”

He says: “I know Anguilla will want to see this case be properly and justly resolved!”

Scott Hapgood and his family were on vacation when they say a hotel worker showed up at their room unannounced and demanded money before attacking them on April 13.

An autopsy report shows the victim, 27-year-old Kenny Mitchel of Dominica, died of positional asphyxia and received blunt force injuries to his torso and other areas.

But a second autopsy found that Mitchel had twice the potentially lethal level of cocaine in his system.

Kallie Hapgood, 44, has been giving her first few interviews to media outlets since the April 13 incident.

“It was our first trip out of the country as a family. Our passports arrived a month before we left,” she told Fox & Friends.

On that fateful Saturday at 4 o’clock, the family was in their hotel room when there was a knock on the door, according to Hapgood.

“Somebody in hotel uniform said ‘I’m here to fix a leak,’ in my sink,” she recalled.

“My husband said: ‘We don’t have any leaks in our sink, but come on in. Here’s our bathroom’”

Moments later, Hapgood says, she noticed “somebody had a knife and was demanding money”. She told Fox & Friends that during the ensuing struggle, her husband was stabbed.

Hapgood claims that the authorities in Anguilla charged

her husband for manslaughter even though the assailant died an hour later from a cocaine overdose.

An autopsy found that the hotel worker had twice the potentially lethal level of cocaine in his system. But the authorities on the island brought manslaughter charges against Scott Hapgood based on an initial autopsy which claimed that Mitchel died due to blunt force trauma. Kallie Hapgood said she appeared on Fox & Friends to make a direct appeal to President Trump.

“I’ve seen Trump help Americans in peril around the globe and we really need his help,” she said. “Scott Hapgood is the type of American you want to help. He’s an amazing father, an amazing person.”

The couple from Darien, Connecticut had been on their Caribbean dream vacation for less than 48 hours when the nightmare ordeal began. Kallie was just returning from morning snorkeling when her 13-yearold came sprinting through the hotel lobby and screamed: “Dad’s been stabbed!”

“I was so fearful that my husband had passed away,” Kallie told the New York Post. “I ran, and I was so thankful that he was alive.” Islanders, many of whom were friends with Mitchel, demanded that Scott be prosecuted, and he was charged with manslaughter.

When Scott was granted bail and allowed to return to the U.S. pending trial, many locals accused him of “white privilege”. Kallie revealed that her family had been tormented with death threats from Mitchel’s supporters on the island.

Once, she received a terrifying call at her office while Hapgood was in Anguilla for a hearing, prompting her to alert police in Darien. “There was a really scary laugh on the other end,” she said. “Like a malicious laugh.”

She revealed that since the incident, her husband has returned to Anguilla three

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times to answer to the charges. Kallie also said she has begged Scott not to return to the island for court dates, urging him to take his chances with being arrested in America.

“I have begged him from day one not to go back there, and I still don’t want him to go back there, but he needs to make his own decisions, and he feels strongly about clearing his name,” Kallie told the Post. “He knows he did nothing wrong. He’s not responsible for Mitchel’s death, but to me, I don’t know if that is enough to keep him safe. If he were to be remanded to prison, I think it would be the equivalent of a death sentence.”

Though Mitchel has strong support among locals in Anguilla, it emerged after his death that he was arrested and accused of raping the mother of his children, Emily Garlick, in March. Garlick later claimed it was a misunderstanding.

The reports about the rape accusation raised questions about why Mitchel was working at the upscale Malliouhana resort just weeks later. Mitchel’s death was initially listed as asphyxiation and blunt force trauma to the head, leading Hapgood to be charged with manslaughter.

But a revised report dated September 3, and obtained

by The New York Times this week, claims that Mitchel may actually have died from a drug overdose.

“Acute cocaine toxicity could have been a potentially independent cause of death in the known circumstances,” it reads.

The UBS banker has been released on bond and is currently back at his home in the affluent town of Darien, Connecticut, which was last year named the wealthiest community in America.

The trial has been adjourned until November 11.

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e have just moved offices and it got me thinking about how dangerous and stressful this undertaking can be, involving anything from aches and pains to muscle strains, even injuries such as broken bones, in extreme circumstances.

Looking into a room full of memories is an amazing experience but knowing you have to pack all of this into boxes and bags can be daunting, and that is only the start. Once you have worked out a plan, then that is where the hard work begins and care needs to be taken. Let’s consider the most common injuries that occur during moving, with a few tips on how to avoid them.

Back Injuries – These are probably the most obvious injuries, viewed by some as inevitable. All that bending and lifting is bound to cause aches and pains but some

Moving is always exciting and usually signifies a milestone in your life but, unless you take proper care, this experience can also make a physical impression.

can be avoided. Many back injuries occur when bending and twisting, so take time to observe your surroundings.

Planning your actions should be a top priority. Take care when lifting heavy objects. We have all heard that we must bend our knees when lifting but when

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distracted we often forget the golden rule. When we don’t use our knees to lift, we end up taking the strain on a flexed back. So remember, no matter how light the box, or how short on time you are, using the correct technique can save you in the long run.

Knee Injuries – These can occur not only from lifting and moving furniture but also by knocking the knees on the furniture or even just by kneeling on the floor. So, wherever possible, when kneeling to sort through paperwork and pictures, use a cushion to protect your knees.

Another useful tip is to use furniture sliders so that you do not have to lift heavy objects. If you don’t have the luxury of a furniture slider, a cardboard box can work equally well.

Cuts and bruises – These are inevitable, especially at the other end of the journey once you are ready to unpack your boxes. No matter how much care you take, breakages are likely. To avoid injury, you should make sure that you have wrapped any fragile items well and, where possible, you should wear gloves when unpacking sharp objects, such as knives and gardening tools.

wear shoes with a good grip and watch where you are storing boxes. Try not to place boxes where you will need to constantly step over them. To protect your shoulders, elbows and wrists, try not to reach up for objects, no matter how light you think they may be. Just the effort of reaching up can put a strain on your arms and hands.

Broken bones – As much as you are careful, objects do fall and, according to the laws of the universe, they will find your toes. This is another reason to wear shoes to protect your pinkies. It is also important to be careful how you handle boxes when lifting or carrying them through doors. This is the time that you realise doors can be lethal. They bide their time and, for all the times you have slammed them, they are waiting to take their revenge.

Job Summary To effectively assist in the supervision of the daily operations, whilst maintaining control systems and adhering to procedures to ensure efficient operations of the assigned Retail location to exceed customer expectations.

Duties and Responsibilities • Assisting with the effective management of the retail team including adherence to company policy and inspiring high performance.

• Managing stock including coordinating receiving’s, monitoring inventory integrity and planning special discounts as needed.

• Ensuring that stock is rotated and that expiry dates are managed • Responsible for stock replenishment • Ensuring that the sales floor, store room and freezer are kept clean and organized.

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Stomach strains and hernias – All that lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling can wreak havoc on your stomach muscles, especially if they are weak. If you follow the advice for protecting your back, you should minimise the strain on the stomach muscles. Most importantly, never try to move an object that is too heavy.

Share the burden and minimise the risk.

So, to recap some important tips when packing and moving: always bend your knees and do not take all the strain through your back; when lifting heavy objects, keep them as close to your body as possible. Always wear shoes and, if handling sharp objects, wear gloves; keep your area free from clutter. In my case,

I’ve decided to protect myself by not moving again— prevention is better than cure.

Kim Jackson is a UK-trained physiotherapist with over 20 years’ experience. She specialises in musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction including back pain and sciatica, stroke and other neuro conditions plus sports physiotherapy, having worked with local, regional and international athletes and teams treating injuries and analysing biomechanics to improve function and performance. She is registered with the Allied Health Council and is a member of PASL. She currently works at Bayside Therapy Services in Rodney Bay, O: 458 4409 or C: 284 5443; www.baysidetherapyservices.com

Sprains and strains – As well as back sprains it is important to take care of ankles, wrists, elbows and shoulders.

Stepping over boxes can be as hazardous as pulling blankets down from the top shelf of wardrobes. To avoid ankle sprains, make sure you

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Qualification and Skills • Associate’s degree in Business Management or Sales & Marketing from a recognized institution.

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St Lucia winless in Nations League after Home Loss to El Salvador disappointed. I don’t feel today El Salvador was two goals better than us. The guys worked hard, they were organised. We didn’t take our chances; we created three one-on-one clear-cut chances and three other half chances which, in international football, is a real chance. The goals we let in today, I thought they were really, really soft and I am disappointed, but still I thought the guys played with a big heart. They stuck to the plan, they were organised, and when you look at where El Salvador is ranked and where we are ranked and the way we managed the game, there were still good things we can see from it.”

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change in venue to the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground on Tuesday did not help the Saint Lucia team as they suffered their second straight loss, this time to El Salvador in Group B of League B of the 2019-20 Concacaf Nations League.

It was a scoreless first half, with the visiting side getting the better chances but unable to get the ball past Saint Lucian goalkeeper Vino Barclett.

In the second half, though, El Salvador found their scoring touch in the 68th minute when Rodolfo Zelaya put one past the Saint Lucian goalkeeper.

The visitors had the bulk of the chances in the first half, with Oscar Ceren having three Action from Tuesday’s game between El Salvador (white uniform) and St Lucia.

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cracks at goal in the first 45 minutes, including a stinging effort that rocketed off the crossbar. Saint Lucia’s best movements forward came on the counter-attack and it was Mailk St Prix who forced El Salvador goalkeeper Henry Hernandez into a diving save midway through.

The hosts looked for an equalizer, but they could not find a way past the opponent’s defence, and Carlos Portillo polished things off with a cool

Aaron Richard from St Lucia takes aim at the goal.

St Lucia’s Bradley Nestor breaks away from El Salvador defender Narciso Orellana.

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right-footed finish in the 88th minute for the 2-0 score line.

It was the first time Saint Lucians had the opportunity to see the national team on home soil under the guidance of Coach Jamaal Shabazz. For him, the home loss was a bitter pill to swallow and he let his feelings known following the game.

“This is a difficult moment,” he said. “Normally I am very good with the media but today I feel very

St Lucia Olympic Committee Funding wimming and Taekwondo are two of the latest sporting disciplines that will be the recipients of funding by the Saint Lucia Olympic Committee (SLOC) Incorporated, for participation in upcoming regional events.

The Saint Lucia Aquatics Federation (SLAF) will receive EC$15,000 towards participation in the 29th Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Swim Championships in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines from November 8 to 10, 2019. The funds were specified as assistance which must go towards the cost of airfares for the team, which the Federations says will comprise 38 people: 34 athletes and four officials.

Taekwondo will receive

An inquisitive reporter asked Shabazz how he thought one particular player, Aaron Richard, had performed that evening. Shabazz replied: “I thought in the first half he was very timid. I had a few not so easy words for him in the dressing room. He is a nice Christian boy and I told him we were not in church, so he fought and I thought he gave a really, really, good account of himself. This is a player that is going to cause a lot of problems for opponents, going forward.”

El Salvador Head Coach Carlos De Los Cobos described the game as ”very tough, very difficult” and he congratulated Saint Lucia for a having a strong team that is improving.

funding of EC$13,350 to enable an eight-member contingent, including six athletes and two officials, to compete at the first Caribbean Schools Championships in Trinidad and Tobago on November 9, 2019.

Keeping in line with the SLOC Inc policy, the two organisations must provide the SLOC Inc with a report and justification for the funds disbursed no later than seven days following the completion of their event.

Additionally, sailor Stephanie Devaux-Lovell will continue receiving assistance to the tune of EC$4,000 monthly until January 2020, as the final Olympic qualifier for her will be held in Florida in January 2020. If she fails to qualify, the assistance will end.

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he Saint Lucia Rugby Football Union (SLRFU) held the second leg of its Community 7s Rugby Tournament in La Clery on Sunday, October 13.

Five teams took part in the competition which saw the Veterans (over 35) taking first place with 12 points. Mongoose was second (eight pts), Team Energy third (seven pts), Goons 2 fourth (five pts) and Team Power fifth (four pts).

Oscar Gabriel was the highest scoring male with eight tries and Jermiah Everiste was the highest scoring female with five tries.

Spectators were treated to a superb display of rugby, particularly from the all-female teams of Team Energy and Team Power.

The final leg of the Community 7s will take place at Anse Ger Community Recreational Grounds on Sunday, October 20 from 1:00 pm.

The SLRFU is using this tournament as preparation for the Barbados World Rugby 7s. In 2018 the Saint Lucia female team placed third in the open division.

The SLRFU is also using the Community 7s tournament to spread the game of rugby throughout the island.

Saint Lucia’s next international competition will be on Saturday, October 26 in Saint Vincent at a Rugby Americas North (RAN) 15s competition.

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Seajays Triumphant at Capri-Sun Short Course Swim Championship

he weekend of October 12-13 saw Rodney Heights Aquatic Centre come alive with excitement as the Seajays Swim Club hosted the Capri-Sun Short Course National Swim Championship.

The Short Course National Swim Championship is a pivotal meet as not only is it the first meet of the swim year, but it also serves as the time trial for the selection of the Saint Lucia OECS Swim Team.

It is little wonder that over 160 swimmers from seven local swim clubs arrived in competition mode, determined to assert their authority in the pool and secure the top spots in their respective age groups, in order to qualify to swim for Saint Lucia at the OECS Swimming Championship 2019.

It takes place in St Vincent from November 8 to 10, 2019.

When the curtains came down on Sunday, October 13 the Executive of Seajays was satisfied that the meet had progressed over the two days seamlessly and without incident. From all accounts it was well-staged, enjoyable for the swimmers and patrons, and overall successful.

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Swimmers competing in the backstroke event.

sponsor Capri-Sun, through its local agent Massy Distribution Ltd. Capri-Sun has become the name and face of the Short Course National Championship and has demonstrated its commitment to Seajays, and the entire swim fraternity of Saint Lucia, through continued sponsorship of this meet, both in cash and kind.

This year Capri-Sun went above and beyond and, through the collaboration with its agent Massy Distribution Ltd, a true partnership was cemented with Seajays. CapriSun demonstrated sterling corporate responsibility by

becoming actively involved in the preparation for the meet and by its representatives clocking in hours volunteering before, during and after the meet.

President of Seajays Robert Blanchard expressed his gratitude to Capri-Sun during the cheque handover presentation on Thursday, October 10 at which time he said: “This meet could not be possible without the sterling financial contribution of CapriSun. They demonstrate good corporate responsibility by their investment and continue to ensure that young swimmers

Seajays placed overall in the swim meet.

convert their daily hard work and commitment to their sport, into successes during competition.”

Seajays are grateful for this healthy collaboration and look forward to celebrating 10 years with Capri-Sun next year, 2020.

Seajays would like to express gratitude to their sponsors, including CIBC/FCIB, Earle Companies, Crystal Clear, JJ’s Paradise and Bel Jou for the investment they have made in the Club and towards the success of this meet.

Seajays also wish to acknowledge the time and

Hero CPL Team of the Tournament

he Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) has announced the team of the tournament. This was selected

by Tom Moody, Hero CPL’s Director – International Cricket, along with the commentary team: Mark Butcher, Danny Morrison, Dirk Nannes, Ian Bishop and Daren Ganga.

The team will be captained

by Shoaib Malik (313 runs at 78.25) who successfully led the Guyana Amazon Warriors to a record 10 victories in the group stages, to leave his team unbeaten in the tournament thus far. He is joined by fellow Amazon Warriors Brandon King (453 runs at 56.62) and Imran Tahir (15 wickets at 11.53) who have both played an integral part in the Guyana franchise’s record-breaking tournament.

The sole representative from the Jamaica Tallawahs is Glenn Phillips (374 runs at

37.40) who will also be the wicket keeper for the team.

Phillips was the leading light for the Tallawahs, who had a tricky season, but the Kiwi ‘keeperbatsman did brilliantly at the top of the order.

The Trinbago Knight Riders have two players in the team, Lendl Simmons and Kieron Pollard. Simmons (429 runs at 42.90) was a late replacement in the Knight Riders squad but has done a superb job at the top of the order as his team made the play-offs once again.

Pollard (349 runs at 58.16 and 6 wickets at 29.66) stepped up to the captaincy after Dwayne Bravo pulled out of the tournament through injury, and has led from the front with both bat and ball.

The Barbados Tridents have three players who make the team, Jason Holder (14 wickets at 23.07) and Harry

Gurney (10 wickets at 16.3) both getting the nod. Holder and Gurney have been superb with the new ball for the Tridents as their team finished second in the points table.

The other selected member of the Tridents is Hayden Walsh Jr (21 wickets a 12.19) who has claimed five wickets in one innings and four in another as the USA spinner had a breakout season.

St Kitts & Nevis Patriots have representation from Fabian Allen (218 runs at 27.25) and Sheldon Cottrell (12 wickets at 19.25). Allen has scored his runs at a remarkable strike rate of 177.23 during the 2019 Hero CPL and has also been one of the fielders of the tournament. Cottrell has been saluting his way to success once again as he starred with the new ball and at the death for the Patriots.

The Head Coach of the year is Johan Botha who has taken Guyana Amazon Warriors into the CPL final with 11 straight wins. The 12th and 13th men are also from Amazon Warriors, with Chris Green (13 wickets at 20) and Chandrapaul Hemraj (298 runs at 27.09, 5 wickets at 17.2) making up the rest of the squad.

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effort put in over the weekend by the many volunteers who contributed in order to ensure that the swimmers remained happy and focused on their events.

Seajays say a huge thank you to the meet manager, meet referee, the announcer, starters, timers, marshals, those who kept the computer room functioning, the medics, the Red Cross, the DJ who kept patrons well entertained, the fundraising committee, clubs, coaches, parents and guardians; also the management and staff of Rodney Heights Aquatic Centre for all they do on a daily basis

to facilitate swimmers and the growth of swimming in Saint Lucia.

Hearty congratulations are due to Seajays Swim Club for emerging the winner of the Capri-Sun Short Course National Swim Championship 2019.

Special commendation goes to Jayhan Odlum-Smith who set an age-group and national record in 100-metre butterfly and Tristan Dorville who set an age-group record in 100-metre butterfly— the only records of the meet.

The second and third place winners were Sharks Swim Club and Lightning Aquatics Swim Club, respectively.

Certification Pathway Success for SLAF

uly 1, 2019 signalled the start of the certification process for thirty participants from Saint Lucia in the FINA Assistant Coach’s Level 1 course. Participants had a three-month period to complete the online component of the course.

This was the first year that FINA had introduced an online platform, the Certification Learning Pathway, to manage its certification process. Prospective coaches had to successfully complete the online component by taking an exam at the end of all modules. Twenty-five persons successfully completed the online certification.

The face-to-face aspect of the certification was held October 5 – 7, 2019 at Bay Gardens Inn and Rodney Heights Aquatic Centre. This was conducted by Rick Powers.

Twenty-four participants were successful and attained the FINA Assistant Coach Level 1.

Swimmers from clubs formed part of the practical sessions for the coaches. It was very intense for the swimmers as the duration of the workout was not what they were accustomed to in their clubs.

The St. Lucia Aquatic Federation would like to express its sincere gratitude to the eleven swimmers with Sharks Swim Club, seven from Lightning Aquatics, five from Southern Flying Fish, three from RR Aquatics and three from Seajays Swim Club.

The swimmers formed an integral part of the clinic as this was the final assessment for the prospective coaches.

The new cadre of Assistant Coaches is from the communities of Soufriere, Vieux Fort, Choiseul, Gros Islet and Castries. In this grouping a few schools were represented through their physical education and sports teachers, namely: Lady Gordon Opportunity Centre, Choiseul Secondary, Ciceron Secondary, School of Sporting Excellence, Gordon and Walcott Memorial Methodist School, Bocage Secondary and Sir Ira Simmons Secondary School.

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arbados Tridents won their second Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) title, as Guyana Amazon Warriors’ perfect season unravelled at the worst possible moment.

The Warriors had won all eleven matches— including three against the Tridents— before the final, but came off second best in the face of an inspired performance from the Barbados outfit.

After Jonathan Carter’s unbeaten 50 off 27 balls led a recovery from 108/6 in the 15th over to an imposing 171/6 from 20 overs, the Tridents bowled and fielded for their lives to defend the target by 27 runs and break the Warriors’ hearts at the last, Raymon Reifer leading the way with remarkable figures of 4/24 from his four overs.

While the Tridents celebrate a well-deserved and comprehensive victory, the Warriors are left to reflect on a fifth Hero CPL final defeat in seven years. This will perhaps be the toughest to take of all, given the flawless season that had preceded it.

Chandrapaul Hemraj, apparently struggling with a hamstring injury, could have been run out twice before he was caught at short thirdman off Reifer for just a single. Things got worse for the Warriors when Shimron Hetmyer holed out to long-on for just nine to give Reifer a second wicket.

Shoaib Malik then smashed a long-hop from leading 2019 Hero CPL wickettaker straight to Reifer on the midwicket boundary, to leave his side in real trouble at 53/3.

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stumped by Shai Hope off Ashley Nurse for 43, the game had swung decisively the Tridents’ way.

Nicholas Pooran raced out of the blocks with two fours and a six but Nurse and deathbowling specialist Harry Gurney strangled the life out of the Warriors’ run-chase.

Just eight runs came from three overs after the loss of King, and it felt like something simply had to give as the required rate spiralled north of 14 per over. Sure enough, Pooran went after Nurse but only managed to pick out Alex Hales at long-on to leave the Warriors needing a miracle.

Sherfane Rutherford hit back-to-back boundaries off Gurney but then failed in the daunting task of trying to clear Jason Holder at long-off.

Reifer returned to take his third wicket when Romario Shepherd cue-ended a full, wide delivery through to Hope, and Keemo Paul’s 14-ball 25 was entertaining but futile. He, like Rutherford, fell to the hugely impressive Gurney, having failed

to get the ball over Holder.

Reifer finished things off in the final over, having Chris Green caught behind for his fourth wicket and getting out of the over without any bother as the Tridents’ celebrations began.

Hales and Johnson Charles had earlier got the Tridents innings off to a fine start before the England opener skied one high to midwicket where King steadied himself and made a tough catch look easy as Shepherd struck in his first over.

Phil Salt, the England prospect who flew in at the last minute as an injury replacement for JP Duminy, fell soon after, given out caught behind attempting to pull a Ben Laughlin slower ball.

Charles took up the charge and was absolutely flying when he became Imran Tahir’s 16th victim of the tournament.

It was a wicket the Warriors desperately needed, Charles having plundered four fours and a six in his previous eight balls before Tahir’s extra bounce induced a top edge.

The Tridents then wobbled for the only time in the match.

Shai Hope was smartly caught

by Hemraj at midwicket off Paul before the vastly experienced duo of Jason Holder and Shakib Al Hasan were both run out in the space of three overs. Paul’s rocket arm from the deep was key to both dismissals, as Holder attempted a bold second run and Shakib was sent back, having considered the same.

It was the Jonathan Carter show from thereon in, as his second Hero CPL 50 propelled the score to a total beyond the Warriors. From 108/6, Carter led the Tridents’ charge as 63 were added without loss from the final 31 balls of the innings. His four Hero Maximums were all sweetly struck, the first three of them straight back down the ground and the fourth high over midwicket.

Ashley Nurse—so integral to the Tridents’ win over Trinbago Knight Riders in Qualifier 2—joined in late in the piece with a six and a four of his own as 45 runs came from the last three overs.

Gladiators edge out Revellers in Courts Invitational

he Courts Gladiators gained revenge for Thursday’s eight-wicket defeat to the NLCB Revellers, with a three-run victory in Saturday’s CPL Women’s T10 Courts Invitational.

The Revellers had prevailed by eight wickets in the NLCB Challenge and it looked like being a similar story two days on, when the Gladiators were restricted to 66/6 from their 10 overs at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy. But in the absence of star player Stafanie Taylor, the Revellers came up short on 63/6 despite Chinelle Henry’s unbeaten 17 and 11 off

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five balls from Stacy-Ann King, to go with her three wickets in the first half of the game.

The Revellers were always behind the rate after a tidy opening over from Shakera Selman. Hayley Matthews and Shabika Gajnabi then struck with successive deliveries to remove both openers: Jodian Morgan, smartly stumped

by Kycia Knight, and Britney Cooper. That left the Revellers 7/2 and up against it. Natasha McLean hit two boundaries before holing out to Kyshona Knight at deep cover for 14.

When Afy Fletcher bowled Chedean Nation to leave the

Revellers 33/4 with just 20 balls remaining, the game appeared to be heading decisively the Gladiators’ way. King and Henry had other ideas, though, adding 22 in the next 12 balls to leave the equation at 12 from nine balls. King was then run out, and that would prove decisive as the Gladiators held on to leave both sides with a win apiece from the two matches.

Kycia Knight and Matthews had earlier impressed once again for the Gladiators at the top of the order. They shared a 54-run partnership for the Gladiators in Thursday’s NLCB Challenge defeat and this time,

with Knight moved up to open alongside Matthews, they put on 41 for the first wicket.

Matthews (26 from 23) picked up a couple of boundaries with trademark cut shots and another with a fine leg glance, while Knight pulled one four in her 15 from 13 balls.

But the two fell in successive balls in identical fashion, caught

by Mclean when attempting big hits down the ground off King.

The Gladiators never recovered their momentum.

King added a third wicket, Sheneta Grimmond slicing to Felicia Walters at backward point for just 2.

ricket West Indies (CWI) announces the appointment of former West Indies player, Phil Simmons, as the Head Coach of the West Indies Senior Men’s Team for a period of four years.

Simmons was confirmed as the Head Coach during a meeting of the CWI Board of Directors on Monday, following the conclusion of a short but intensive recruitment process. The Board had made it clear prior to the start of the recruitment process in September that “persons without West Indian heritage need not apply”.

Simmons served previously for a short period as Head Coach of the West Indies Senior Men’s team, coaching the team to the 2016 ICC T20 World Cup title, after which he was controversially dismissed. He has served since as the Head Coach of Afghanistan, who he helped qualify for the first time for the 2019 ICC ODI CWC. Simmons’ tenure as Head Coach of Ireland saw them improve their ICC rankings and qualify for all major ICC events.

His latest coaching success came just this month when he coached the Barbados Tridents to the 2019 Hero Caribbean Premier League title, with an impressive victory over the Guyana Amazon Warriors in Saturday’s final.

CWI President Ricky Skerritt shared his thoughts on the confirmation of Simmons: “Bringing Phil Simmons back is not just righting a past wrong, but I am confident that CWI has chosen the right man for the job at the right time. I want to also thank the very talented Floyd Reifer for the hard work

Phil Simmons, Head Coach of the West Indies Senior Men’s Team.

he put in while he was the interim coach.”

CWI’s Director of Cricket Jimmy Adams said: “I am happy, after a very robust recruitment process, at the appointment of Phil to the role of Head Coach.

I have no doubt that Phil brings the requisite leadership skills and experience needed to drive improvement across our international squads and I look forward to supporting him in the role.”

CWI also announces the appointment of three new Men’s, Women’s and Girls’, and Boys’ Selection Panels following a recruitment process that ran parallel to the selection of the new coach. The recommendation of a new CWI selection structure and policy were the main outputs of the report of the Selection System Review Task Force, presented

by Vice President Shallow at the September Board meeting in Tobago. Eighteen candidates were considered and evaluated for the five positions across the three Selection Panels. The CWI recruitment panel unanimously selected the following candidates who have now been confirmed: WI Men's Panel: Lead Selector, Roger Kyshona Knight looked to get Harper; Selector, Miles Bascombe. things moving again and picked WI Women's & Girls’ Panel: Lead up a one-bounce four through Selector, Ann Browne-John; midwicket, but was then bowled Selector, Travis Dowlin. WI Boys’ via inside edge and pad off Panel, Talent ID Manager, Robert Henry for 7.

Haynes. The Head Coach of each Qiana Joseph pumped the team will complete the make-up of only six of the innings over wide each of the respective panels. long-on to start stand-in skipper CWI Vice President Kishore Anisa Mohammed’s final over of Shallow commented: “We have the 10, but was bowled by the been delighted at the interest next ball. and quality of candidates who Mohammed was on a hatparticipated in the recruitment trick when Gladiators skipper process to fill the roles for the Afy Fletcher ran past the next Selection Panels. These roles are to be stumped by a distance by vital to execute the new selection Reniece Boyce. policy to select squads for the The hat-trick ball was survived West Indies teams at every level. as the Gladiators scrambled We wish the selectors every to 66/6 and a total that would success as they commence work prove just about defendable. immediately.”

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