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PRESS RELEASE FROM THE UPP:
Jolly Beach Workers Still Holding Empty Bag as PM Promises Another Opening Date
The long–suffering former workers of Jolly Beach are once again being taken for a ride, as this administration has issued yet another timeline for the resuscitation of the now decrepit property.
The Gaston Browne-led ABLP told the nation, last week, that in 60 days the hotel will be up and running as government will purchase the property and Apple Vacations will manage it.
By the last count, there have been six separate announcements of buyers and that many opening dates.
At every announcement, the former workers were told their just due will be prioritized.
As early as September 2020 Sunwing pulled out of the deal; In December, a 300 million dollar investor from Holland was identified.
In May 2022 a prospective buyer who would invest 200 million dollars was announced. And then again in the same month, Elite Island Resorts was tipped to manage the hotel.
In July Cabinet announced that the Barett group was no longer interested. On July 9, Gaston Browne declared government will purchase the property and turn it over to Apple Vacations.
Were it not such a serious issue, with the lives of the patient staff literally at stake, it would be laughable.
Following one of the announcements of a sale, government “discovered” that there was a 15 million dollar caution on the property and that no sale could take place without it being lifted by the court.
The PM noted in Parliament on Monday that the court is expected to make its decision in September.
The question then becomes: Is the Jolly Beach matter one of gross incompetence? Why have all these attempts to secure investors failed? Where does the true problem lie? What will Apple Vacations do differently? More importantly, why continue to make these premature announcements before details are finalized?
Is this just further evidence of this administration’s mishandling of the nation’s affairs?
This Jolly Beach saga illustrates the need for a credible body to create a climate for bona fide investors as was demonstrated under a UPP leadership. The Antigua and Barbuda Investment Authority provided such.
UPP Political Leader Harold Lovell says “With all of the ABLP claims of supply chain issues that have been associated with fixing the water issues, are we to believe that a Jolly Beach Resort can be fully refurbished in 60 days? The Gaston Browne administration has the record for the greatest number of failed projects anywhere in the world. This is largely due to playing politics to make headlines, as opposed to being prudent in managing the affairs of the country.”
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Housing Minister Maria Browne says the housing initiative starting at a cost of EC$ 125,000,00 is moving ahead with full steam.
She gave an update in Parliament this week.
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Lands Minister Maria Browne says the government is working assiduously to get lands in the hands of all Antiguans even those who cannot afford to pay the regular market value.
She gave an update on efforts to give residents a piece of the rock when she addressed parliament yesterday.
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The Prices and Consumer Affairs Division advises consumers of a product recall on Häagen-Dazs Vanilla ice cream due to chemical contamination. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATS APP GROUP
The recall is due to the presence of trace amounts of the chemical ethylene oxide found in this flavour of the ice cream.
According to the manufacturer, General Mills Australia Pty Ltd it is conducting a recall of
Häagen-Dazs Vanilla 457ml and Häagen-Dazs Classic Collection Mini Cups 4 x 95mL
Date markings
All Best Before dates from 4th July 2022 up to and including 21st July 2023
Out of an abundance of caution, the Division is advising consumers not to consume these recalled goods since food products containing ethylene oxide may cause illness.
For full refunds, consumers should contact the place of purchase.
Members of the public may also contact the Prices and Consumer Affairs Division at 462-4347 or [email protected] for additional information or assistance.
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(Georgetown, Guyana –July 13, 2022) – Excel Guyana Inc. is now recruiting qualified candidates to fill over 200 positions for all levels of mining operations from attendant to foreman and shift supervisor. Administrative and operational support positions such as logistics, lab technician, security, as well as health and safety services will also be available.
“We are excited to bring over 200 new jobs to the region, for Guyanese candidates. We are committed to building Guyana’s future through strategic partnerships that elevate our local and international clients, partners, and the communities that we serve,” said Kris Sammy, Chief Executive Officer of Excel Guyana Inc.
“We are looking to build a diverse team, that is committed to working with integrity for all our stakeholders. There are numerous opportunities for both entry level workers and established mining professionals to be on the ground floor of an exciting project that will support our country’s continued economic success,” said Ewan Shanks, Vice President of Client Services and Recruitment at Excel Guyana Inc.
All positions offer a competitive salary and benefits package, with health and life insurance. Reliable transportation will be provided for shifts that include short rotations to the mining site, which is located on shore. Excel Guyana will facilitate both on-the-job training as well as continuing education and career training opportunities. This project is expected to expand rapidly, offering plenty of room for career growth and upward mobility as new projects come online.
Job seekers are invited to bring their resumes for onsite interviews from 9:00am to 3:00pm on 23 July at the Georgetown Club. Preregistration is not required, but candidates can submit questions ahead of time to [email protected].
For a full list of career opportunities, visit www.ExcelJobsGY.com.
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See full statement issued by Massy Distribution:
This notice serves to advise you that KAO USA Inc. together with its distributor Massy Distribution (Guyana) Inc. are voluntarily recalling its Jergens® 10 OZ Ultra Healing Moisturizer, with lot number: ZU722771 as it was discovered the presence of bacteria known as Pluralibacter gergoviae which may affect people with weakened immune systems and can be more susceptible to infections.
There have been no reports of patient’s illness or death and only 276 units were affected in Guyana.
In case you are an affected consumer, you may contact our distributor on the following telephone number 592-220-8198 Ext #179 where assistance for a reimbursement will be provided.
KAO USA Inc. and Massy Distribution, apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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The Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) has increased its capacity to verify electricity meters submitted by the Guyana Power & Light (GPL) Inc. in a more efficient manner. This is made possible with the acquisition of a modern electricity test bench capable of verifying five meters simultaneously.
The new piece of equipment was recently acquired from ZERA India –a subsidiary of German Zähler-Eich-und-Reparatur-Anstalt (Meter Calibration and Repair Institute). The company on Tuesday facilitated a practical training with Inspectors of the GNBS along with representatives from GPL Inc. on the use of the equipment.
The practical training was preceded by a four-day theoretical session hosted during the period July 5- 8, 2022 by CENAMEP AIP – the National Metrology Center of Panama. The session titled ‘Introduction to the metrological verification of electricity meters’ was virtually facilitated by the agency’s representative Mr. Julio Gonzalez.
Topics covered included the importance of energy measurement, electric energy meters and metrological verification service for meters.
Senior Inspector in the GNBS’ Legal Metrology Department Mr. Keemo Fyffe noted that the training aimed at developing the competence of the Inspectors to accurately verify electricity meters using the new equipment. Mr. Fyffe added that the GNBS appreciates the donation of the equipment and training provided which will boost the delivery of its Legal Metrology measurement services.
In accordance with the Weights and Measures Act 1981, the GNBS is responsible for the verification of all weighing and measuring instruments used in trade and devices used within the health, transportation, manufacturing, agriculture and other sectors in Guyana, to ensure equity in trade, consumer protection and safety.
Electricity meters, which are installed on residential and commercial buildings to determine electricity use, are submitted to the Bureau to be verified upon importation. The GNBS has so far verified 11,768 meters for the year.
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Opposition leader Allen Chastanet has criticised the Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) government for not matching its words with actions.
The former Prime Minister told reporters that the people heard many words leading up to July 26, 2021, general elections which swept labour into government.
But Chastanet declared that the SLP’s actions had not matched its words.
By way of example, he referred to the situation with Minelle.
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Minelle has been a calypso monarch multiple times and recently was the target of a vicious attack that resulted in her hospitalisation.
“My heart really goes out to her. But here is a cultural icon and you would have thought that the government of the day would have done more to help her. So again here it is in opposition words were: ‘Women Power. Represent our own culture and support it’. But here’s an opportunity to be able to do that and they haven’t,” Chastanet declared.
“The list goes on and on,” he asserted.
Chastanet also referred to an ongoing project at Vigie, noting that generally, in a ‘guava season like this’ with so many unemployed individuals, the sidewalks and drains would at least be sub-divided into multiple contracts.
But instead, the former Prime Minister told reporters that someone with a ‘squeaky voice’ got the contract.
He did not go into detail.
Chstanet spoke Tuesday on the sidelines of parliament, where several bills were down for consideration.
He told reporters that all bills are important because they pertain to the country’s governance.
And the United Workers Party (UWP) Leader observed that the bills indicate the government’s direction.
However he said the irony was that the SLP had all the solutions to problems while in opposition.
“And here is it they are in government and I see many money bills – $18 Million for the blue economy, other monies being allocated,” the Micoud South MP observed.
“You would have thought they would have repurposed those monies because the need on the ground right now is dire,” Chastanet told reporters.
“So the income support programmes, programmes to stimulate economic activity on the ground – you would have thought that would have been the priority of this government,” Chastanet stated.
The former Prime Minister declared that he had no idea regarding the direction of the labour administration, but he knew what was happening on the ground.
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El administrador de la Administración de Salud Mental y Contra la Adicción (ASSMCA), Carlos Rodríguez Mateo, anunció el lunes, que a partir de este próximo 16 de julio los residentes de Puerto Rico tendrán una nueva herramienta para recibir servicios de emergencias de salud mental, para la prevención de suicidios y que adicción a drogas.
Se trata del sistema de telefonía 9-8-8, una línea a la que los ciudadanos pueden llamar 24 horas 7 días a la semana y serán conectados a la Línea PAS de ASSMCA. A través de este número de teléfono, cualquier persona que experimente emergencias relacionadas a la salud mental, comportamiento suicida o uso de sustancias controladas, o sus familiares, recibirá ayuda inmediata para la coordinación de servicios.
El doctor Rodríguez Mateo explicó que la iniciativa surge como parte de los esfuerzos para atemperar los servicios que ofrece la agencia a la tecnología global y a las necesidades que se han identificado en las comunidades.
“La línea de servicios de salud mental 9-8-8 se estableció como el número de teléfono de emergencia de salud mental, para mejorar el acceso a los servicios relacionados con el suicidio y la salud mental de Puerto Rico, en todo Estados Unidos y sus territorios. Cuando hablamos de servicios de salud mental, un minuto es clave para salvar vidas y lo que buscamos es que las personas puedan recordar este número de manera sencilla para que puedan recurrir a él cuando lo necesiten”, expresó el administrador de ASSMCA en comunicación escrita.
El médico aclaró que con el lanzamiento del 9-8-8 la Línea PAS no desaparece. Por el contrario, la Línea PAS de ASSMCA continuará brindando servicios de intervención en crisis y salud mental, a través del número 1-800-981-0023, TDD 1-888-672-7622 o el chat líneapas.assmca.pr.gov. Sin embargo, se promueve el uso del número 9-8-8, pues en medio de una crisis facilita rápidamente el acceso a los servicios, ya que es fácil de recordar para todos. Después del 16 de julio de 2022, el uso de cualquiera de los números llevará a las personas a los servicios de la Línea PAS.
“Al final, el 9-8-8 es una forma más fácil de recordar para acceder a una red fortalecida y ampliada de centros de llamadas de crisis. Es un complemento para la Línea PAS, la cual ha sido tan efectiva salvando vidas y fortaleciendo la salud mental de los puertorriqueños desde su implementación”, añadió Rodríguez Mateo
Es importante destacar que a partir del 16 de julio de 2022, la Línea PAS también continuará ofreciendo los servicios de chat y texto, así como la Línea TDD para acceso a las personas sordas o con problemas de audición.
Toda la información que el ciudadano ofrezca a través del sistema 9-8-8 es confidencial, como es el caso de la Línea PAS. Incluso, las personas que se comuniquen al 9-8-8 no están obligadas a proporcionar ningún dato personal para recibir los servicios. Pues según explicó el administrador de ASSMCA, la agencia reconoce la importancia de la privacidad y confidencialidad, a nivel de las leyes federales y estatales, cuando una persona se comunica con el 988.
¿Cómo funciona el 9-8-8?
A partir del 16 de julio de 2022, cuando un ciudadanos o familiar llama al 9-8-8, la llamada llega al cuadro telefónico de la Línea Nacional de Prevención de Suicidio, donde el sistema identifica todas las llamadas con el área code 787 y 939, y son enviadas a la Línea PAS de ASSMCA, donde un manejador de crisis capacitado contestará el teléfono, brindará apoyo emocional, intervención en crisis, consejería emocional y coordinará los servicios necesarios para salvar vidas.
¿Cómo se complementarán el 9-1-1 del 9-8-8?
De otra parte, el doctor Rodríguez Mateo detalló que los sistemas 9-8-8 y 9-1-1 están coordinados con protocolos, para permitir referidos y activación para la atención o respuesta adecuada, en circunstancias únicas que se requiera salvar vidas, en emergencias de salud mental. ASSMCA participa activamente con las contrapartes del 911 en la coordinación fluida entre los dos servicios.
“En los últimos años y en contexto de la pandemia, las estadísticas en Puerto Rico reflejan un aumento en el uso y llamadas a la Línea PAS de ASSMCA. Con esta nueva política pública de salud mental a nivel de Estados Unidos y la isla, que impulsa la promoción y uso del 9-8-8, confiamos en que más personas que necesitan servicios de salud mental accedan a ellos, de manera confidencial, para salvar vidas y lograr una mejor calidad de vida para todos”, afirmó el administrador de ASSMCA.
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