Jolly Beach workers and Union verify outstanding severance

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Jolly Beach workers and Union verify outstanding severance

– Former employees of the Jolly Beach Resort converged at the ABWU’s headquarters on Wednesday and Thursday to verify their outstanding severance amounts following a recent announcement by the Government that monies would be disbursed within a matter of days.

By Friday morning, more than 200 individuals were able to verify their outstanding severance amounts. According to Deputy General Secretary, Chester Hughes, the on-going verification exercise will ensure that all employees are paid what is rightfully theirs.

Several former staff members have expressed relief that the severance dispute was now drawing to a close. One young man, who was employed at the hotel for 10 years, said he was grateful to the Union for its relentless pursuit of the workers’ severance. “They did a very good job! They stuck with us right through…I must commend them [for] pounding the government, [and going] through the courts…,” the young man said.

A 62-year-old woman, who gave 12 years of service to the hotel, expressed disappointment at the protracted course of the severance dispute. “I’ve been home for two years and months without nothing…so I find that we’ve been treated badly,” the former worker explained.

The woman who takes care of her 92-year-old mother added that she and her co-workers had given their best to the Resort but were left to languish.

More than 500 employees lost their jobs when the Jolly Beach Resort ceased operations in March 2020.

Last week, the Government announced that it had secured a deal with the Elite Group for the renovation and re-opening of the hotel in January 2023.

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Taxis to hike fares in south, west Trinidad

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A Diego Martin Maxi Taxi allows passengers to disembark at the Port of Spain hub on Monday. The fare was increased by one dollar on Monday. – Photo by Angelo Marcelle

Nearly three weeks after the 2022/2023 budget and the price increase in fuel announced in it, taxi associations have begun raising their fares.

The Diego Martin/Petit Valley Taxi Drivers Association has given notice of an increase in its services.

From November 1, passengers on the Diego Martin/Petit Valley route will pay $8.

All off-route destinations from Port of Spain to Diego Martin/Petit Valley will cost $14.

Short drops will cost $6 and all off-route journeys from short drop to inside Diego Martin/Petit Valley will cost $12.

Currently Diego Martin taxis charge $7 and maxis $6.

The Public Transport Service Corporation (PTSC) bus service from Port of Spain costs $3.

Additionally, the south-based Blackband Maxi Taxi Association announced an increase of $1 or $2, depending on the destination. This fare increase will take effect from November 7.

San Fernando to Princes Town currently costs $7, but will increase to $9.

Princes Town to Rio Claro is currently $10 but will increase to $12.

Princes Town to Moruga changes from $11 to $13; Tableland from $7 to $9; New Grant from $6 to $8 and St Mary’s from $7 to $9.

Short drops increase from $5 to $6.

Rio Claro to Mayaro increases from $8 to $10 and Mayaro to Guayaguayare from $7 to $9.

Ronnie Singh, Secretary of the Route Four Blackband Association, said it had not raised fares since 2017, but because of the increase in the cost of maintenance and the fifth increase in the cost of diesel, this decision was necessary.

The Route Four Association services upwards of 90 destinations in south-central and southeast Trinidad.

Its media release thanked the travelling public for its continuous support throughout the years and asked for understanding.

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Southern lawyers condemn Nelson ‘indemnity’ deal

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Attorney Vincent Nelson, KC. –

ANOTHER group of attorneys has expressed concern over the indemnity agreement between the Government and convicted King’s Counsel Vincent Nelson.

On Friday, the Assembly of Southern Lawyers (ASL) said it wanted to put on the public record its disquiet with the role of the former attorney general.

The ASL’s executive also said it took note of the decision by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to discontinue the criminal charges against former attorney general Anand Ramlogan, SC, and ex-UNC senator Gerald Ramdeen and the explanation of DPP Roger Gaspard, SC, on Monday.

In its statement, the ASL executive said it was particularly concerned about the indemnity agreement as “it now appears that this was done without the knowledge or consent of the learned DPP.

“Fundamental to the proper administration of justice in any democratic society is public confidence in public officials, whether they be elected or appointed officials.

“The matters in the public domain regarding the immunity agreement with Mr Vincent Nelson have raised serious questions about public officials acting outside of their remit.

“These are matters of significant public concern and interest. Our citizens deserve answers and there must be full disclosure from the relevant parties of the particulars and effect of the said indemnity agreement; as well as detailed reasons from the learned DPP for his decision to discontinue the said charges.”

On Thursday, the Criminal Bar Association (CBA) also condemned the agreement and the role of former AG Faris Al-Rawi and called on the DPP for “a detailed and transparent statement” of his reasons for discontinuing the charges against Ramlogan and Ramdeen.

Also speaking out was a former president of the Law Association, Martin Daly, SC, who said Al-Rawi “overstepped his boundaries” and inserted himself way too far into the dealings with Nelson.

“Those dealings with Nelson and his crew were not any business of the Ministry of the Attorney General, which Mr Al-Rawi held at the time. Dealing with Nelson becoming a witness for the State was and is the exclusive business of the DPP.”

Contacted on Friday, current Law Association president Sophia Chote, SC, said she has asked the association’s council to consider the issue, as she cannot speak without their input and agreement.

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Equity Ministry Mourns The Slaying of Former Employee’s Son – St. Lucia Times News

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Officials of the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice and Empowerment have been plunged into mourning, following the announcement of the tragic slaying of yet another vibrant and youthful Saint Lucian male.

35-year-old Lindel Gustave of Forestiere, son of former employee and Social Transformation Officer for Castries South-East, and former Director of the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) Dorine Gustave, is the island’s latest victim of gun violence.

Expressing his personal condolences as well as on behalf of the Ministry for Equity, Hon. Joachim Henry noted that his thoughts and prayers are with the Gustave family during this difficult time.

“This is clearly a real and painful example of when crime and violence hit home,” lamented Minister Henry.

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He went on, “Any one death by violence is one death too many. However, the pain is even more intensified when it’s at your doorstep as in this case, with the son of a former colleague who has dedicated so much of her life towards community building,”

“I recall the passing of my own son and the deep emptiness it has left in my life and so I can personally sympathize, cry and mourn with the Gustave family in the loss they have suffered,” said Henry.

Minister Henry reiterated comments he made in September, where he expressly called on the citizenry to show a greater regard and deeper respect for the sanctity of life, to lay down the guns and to find more amicable and peaceful ways of resolving conflict.

The fight against crime remains one of Government’s priorities he said and again pledge the full support of the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice and Empowerment at designing and implementing social interventions that will steer people, particularly the most vulnerable in society, away from crime and violence.

SOURCE: Ministry of Equity, Social Justice and Empowerment. Headline photo: Lindel Gustave (Deceased).

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Sagicor asking the right questions this Pinktober Loop Barbados

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This Breast Cancer Awareness month, Sagicor is asking “Are You Seeing the Signs?”

The leading regional insurer is once again aiming to bring awareness to the importance of screening for early detection with its annual ‘Pinktober’ campaign. This year, the campaign urges persons across the Caribbean not to wait until the signs present themselves, as they may not always be obvious, but to use screening as the first line of defence.

In addition to a robust media campaign, specially designed shirts will also be sold in Sagicor’s operating territories across the Southern Caribbean, the proceeds of which will be donated to local cancer societies. Persons can also look out for various in-country activities to assist in spreading the message.

Ingrid Card, Vice President, Group Marketing, Communications and Brand Experience, Sagicor said she hopes the campaign would help spur people into action.

“In the ongoing fight against breast cancer, early detection goes a long way towards saving lives. We at Sagicor are pleased to be able to play our part in the fight against this deadly disease by saying to both men and women alike, be vigilant, look for the signs and more than anything, get your screenings done. We hope that by alerting people to this important message, that we can play a part in driving the statistics downward.”

She added, “Self-examination is also a convenient, no-cost option. If done on a regular basis and combined with regular physical exams by a medical professional, this approach can also increase the probability of early detection, which has been proven to increase the rate of survival.”

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Latto Shares Audio Of Heated Nicki Minaj Phone Conversation

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Things are getting fiery with Latto and Nicki Minaj as both rappers go head-on and refuse to back down following their blow-up on Twitter on Thursday (Oct 13).

On Friday, Latto shared a phone call with Nicki Minaj at the height of their beef. Nicki Minaj appeared to direct her anger at Latto after her song “Super Freaky Girl” was removed by the Grammy’s from the rap category and put in the pop category.

On Twitter, Latto claimed that Minaj’s rants were not about her Grammy nomination but that she had intended to beef with Latto. In a series of tweets, Latto hit out at the rapper, whom she called a bully.

“With all this being said this wasn’t JUST about a Grammy category. U being funny bringing me up to defend ur case knowing our last convo didn’t end on good terms. U literally told me I’m not “flourishing,” and no one cares about my “little song” otp lol@NICKIMINAJ,” Latto accused Minaj.

In another tweet, Latto also responded to now-deleted tweets by Minaj, which seemed to pit Latto against other rappers.

In the phone call, Latto is heard asking Minaj about her subtweeting her and explaining that she has always shown Minaj love in all of her interviews and online, only for the “Likkle Miss” rapper to come around and show her hate in return.

“it’s delusional to say other girls are flourishing?” Latto asks Minaj, who called her delusional on Twitter.

Minaj answers, “what do you think you wanna say about, let’s let you say about, let’s let you finish your statement about what rappers were doing before and what they’re doing now,” Minaj says.

Latto says, “for a long time before it was you,” as she begins to answer Minaj.

Nicki Minaj interjects, “you didn’t do your research. Imma have somebody send you the info about the women in the last 10 years who have had Billboard recognition, worldwide global recognition since you are clearly putting yourself above these people.”

“No, I’m not, that’s purposely [misinterpreting],” Latto tells Nicki Minaj as she says she will continue to show love for the veteran rapper and support her from the sidelines.

“I’m gonna support you from the sidelines because I can’t do it publicly when someone is literally subtweeting me for no reason, purposely trying to misinterpret what I am saying, I respect you too much to go back and forth with you,” Latto told Minaj.

Nicki Minaj, however, seems convinced that Latto has to learn some important lesson, although she failed to articulate what that lesson is, and when Latto asked, she quickly ended the call by saying she had a zoom call.

On Twitter, Latto explains the phone call and the reason she called and recorded the rapper.

“Lemme specify I’m sorry. Im delusional for saying ‘we’re’ (newer female rappers) are flourishing & u said no one cares about my little song LYRICS my bad. FYI I only recorded cause I KNOW who tf I’m playing wit #40yroldbully,” she said

In another tweet, she called out Minaj for being messy. “This lady so meticulous w her shade so she can twist it later and act like it wasn’t about you. Stand on that shit.”

Latto also said that Minaj also didn’t want to collaborate with her, and her behavior has shown she is a problem. “I’ll die on this hill by myself! Everybody ain’t lying on you! We see the pattern! BFFR!” one tweet read.

“The feature was never the problem..u passed on the TWO songs I sent & I still showed love??? U not the only person I’ve sent songs to that passed lmao. Never took offense. IMA RAPPER. Cute way to spin the narrative tho,” she also said.

Latto also responded to Minaj’s tweet accusing her of using ghostwriters, where she said that the older rapper had recommended writers she used.

“I’ll post em my got damn self. They’ll all tell u I WRITE TOO! I heard a few of ur refs before they came out too boo. U forgot WE ALL collab w the same writers?? Difference is I don’t deny it. The world seen me writing since 16 on national TV tho.”

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