Caribbean Times 96th Issue - Tuesday 20th September 2016

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10 c a r i b b e a n t i m e s . a g Tuesday 20th September 2016 St. Vincent not putting a cent more in LIAT until service improves KINGSTOWN, St. Vincent and the Grenadines – One of LIAT’s major shareholder governments, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, has told the beleaguered airline that it won’t be getting a cent more until service to the island is “significantly improved”. St. Vincent and the Grenadines made its position clear on the heels of a meeting with representatives of the beleaguered regional carrier in Kingstown on Wednesday. While he has often defended LIAT in the past, Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves appeared to have reached the end of his rope with poor service to the island in recent weeks, Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Ambassador Irwin LaRocque said that there was much to be proud of as St Kitts and Nevis reflected on its period of nationhood. On the eve of the observance of the St Kitts and Nevis’ 33rd anniversary of Independence on Monday, the Secretary-General pointed to the substantial progress that the CARICOM Member State had made in its quest for sustainable development. In a message to Prime Minister Dr Timothy Harris, the Secretary-General said that the progress was testimony to the commitment, dedication and resilience of the citizens and the wisdom of and his administration had demanded the meeting to discuss the matter. During that meeting, the St. Vincent officials highlighted the various challenges facing the travelling public, including lack of information on delays and cancellation of flights. In a statement issued by Prime Minister Gonsalves’ office on Thursday the government – which had recently been approached by LIAT for EC$810,000 (US$300,000) to assist in its operations – said it was expecting improved service very soon. the leaders of St. Kitts and Nevis. On behalf of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), I extend hearty congratulations to the Government and people of St. Kitts and Nevis on the 33rd Anniversary of the nation’s Independence. Prime Minister, as you and the people of St. Kitts and Nevis celebrate this milestone under the theme “Promoting Prosperity through Sustainability and National Unity”, there is much to be proud of as you reflect on the period of nationhood. The substantial progress that the country has made in its quest for sustainable development is testimony It disclosed that LIAT had agreed to review the schedule of flights in and out of the country within a week to better serve the public; review the turnaround time of aircraft to reduce delays; consider a return of a direct Puerto Rico-St Vincent and the Grenadines flight; and improve customer service by providing more information to the travelling public regarding delays and cancellations. The statement said both the government and LIAT were satisfied with the outcome of the discussions and travellers “should look forward to an enhanced service as promised by LIAT”. (Caribbean360) ‘There is much to be proud of’ – Caricom Secretary General tells St. Kitts and Nevis to the commitment, dedication and resilience of its citizens and the wisdom of its leaders. Kittitians and Nevisians have also made their mark globally in many fields, including academics, culture, law and sport. Prime Minister, the Community looks forward to St. Kitts and Nevis continuing to provide leadership in Human Resource Development, Health and the battle against HIV/AIDS. That leadership is no doubt rooted in your country’s steadfast dedication to regional integration. May the Government and people of St. Kitts and Nevis enjoy the well-earned celebration of this historic day.”
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