​Deputy Political Leader of the United Workers Party (UWP), Senator Francisca Joseph said that the UWP has made a call to put in place a Family Division of the court, which will allow due process to be expedited in matters pertaining to Child Care and Child Protection. This was part of her presentation at the 2022-2023 Budget presentation at the House of Assembly Wednesday Afternoon.

​Senator Joseph added that the Laws are relatively adequate, but implementation and enforcement has always been an issue in Dominica and questioned ‘if there is a political will to do so. She went on to say that we should stop saying that all is well and that we are doing our best when our best is not good enough.

​Deputy Political Leader of the United Workers Party (UWP), Senator Francisca Joseph

​Bernard Wiltshire, former attorney general, says we should keep in mind that following the most recent election, observers called for reform. Highlighting that the elections were conducted using a biased method, but despite their warnings, the same technique was used to conduct two elections. More elections will be held, according to Mr. Wiltshire, until the electorate is prepared to challenge Mr. Skerrit. Election reform should be implemented if the public wants it, else it is obvious that we do not live in a democratic society.

​He argues that the opposition and the Dominican people should be more determined, unite, and stand by the idea that there shouldn't be any more elections in Dominica until the electoral system has been corrected. And it ought to be at least modified in compliance with the Caribbean Court of Justice's observations and recommendations.

​Bernard Wiltshire, former Attorney General 

​The people who are running our country are illegal occupants of office so they need to be removed, and no elections should be held in Dominica until they are removed.This from Social Activist and Lead Peace Walker Atherton Martin Speaking at yesterday’s peaceful walk on the streets of Roseau.
 
Mr. Martin made clear his personal stance, as it relates to the current Government is that he does not recognize them as legally elected members of government and feels strongly that no elections should be held in Dominica unless the present regime is removed.

​Social Activist and Lead Peace Walker, Atherton Martin

​Dominica Health and Wellness Association Member, Natalie “Sister Nats” Charles, touts a study that shows there is a component of food that conventional nutrition has not considered. She pointed out that a new class of nutrients called fight-o nutrients was identified to be present in food during a study. She says that in contrast to the typical vitamins that nourish, these nutrients serve the role of repairing the body.

​She emphasized that when a patient is diagnosed with cancer, doctors often ask them to adopt very rigid dietary changes. Most of the time, this means increasing the amount of fruits and vegetables you eat, because the majority of the foods we consume, like white flour, are primary causes of disease, since an acidic body serve as an ideal habitat for a disease.

​She says disease as a whole is opportunistic, and our health education system needs to address this. She added that being alkaline has emerged as a key weapon in the fight against any disease, and that being acidic makes you vulnerable to all ailments. She noted that they have prepared information on foods that can help with building alkalinity.

​Dominica Health and Wellness Association Member, Natalie “Sister Nats” Charles 

​The Roots Stems and Branches (RSB) Bandare set and ready to raise the Cultural vibrations of the Cadence-lypso Festival this weekend. The Much anticipated explosion of Cadence-Lypso at the Windsor Park Sports Stadium, is set for July 29, 30, & 31, 2022, with each show beginning at 8pm each night and Tickets sold at EC$50 per night or EC $120 for all 3 nights. They revealed on Q95 this morning, that the Band comprises:
Frankie "Jazz" Bernard:         vocalist, drummer
Karl "Kofi" James:                  vocalist and engineer
Linden "Spriggly" Lestrade:  keyboardist, drum programmer, vocalist
Keith "Maxis' Matthew:        percussionist, trumpeter
Maximin Powell:                   lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist
David "Da-Dave" Terrell:       Bass guitarist, vocalist
 
They shared some of the historical background of their band, theinfluence of the culture behind the music genre that saw them produce albums such as:
 
1986 - "Alive"on (Cassettes); 1987 - "Break Loose" on (Cassettes);1988 - "Reunion Posse" (Single); 1990 - "Level Vibes" (Cassettes/LP); 1991 - "Watch Ya" (Cassettes/LP); 1992 - "Kadance' " (Cassettes/LP/CD); 1994 - "Big Time" (Cassettes/CD); 1995 - "96Incline Jam"(Cassettes/CD); 1997 - "Bang Tyme"; 1998 - "Tighter Than Ever"
 
This Friday is expected to be one for the history books, with the band set to revive the memories and sounds of the cadence culture that set Dominica’s music on the map.

Roots Stems and Branches RSB Band Members

​After 22 years in office, Trade Minister Ian Douglas says measures are being implemented to make Dominica more competitive on the market by going into St Martin, Antigua and other export markets on a regular basis. This he says will help Dominica determine what is required in the market to effectively compete. He added that Dominica is also exploring the possibility of investing in regional depots. He was speaking in Parliament this week.

​Trade Minister, Ian Douglas

​The Peace Walkers of Dominica continue to stand for Justice, Peace and Democracy closing the month of July with their walk number #18. The streets of Roseau are now no stranger to crowds of white t-shirts, placards, microphones and a unified voice crying out for Justice, Peace and Democracy. Wednesday marked week number 18; four and a half months of positive marches for peace throughout Roseau and Dominica, ensuring that the voice of those seeking a more moral ethical society, fearless about political victimization or police intimidation tactics. Here is a sample of some of what transpired on Wednesday’s Walk.

​The Voice of the Peace Walkers Dominica

​Public trust and confidence can be achieved when Judiciaries proactively engage the Public in education and outreach initiatives.This from Honourable Mr Justice Peter Jamadar speaking in support of the Judicial Reform and Institutional Strengthening (JURIST) Project's Public Education and Engagement Campaign (PEEC) Training Initiative.Justice Jamadar commended the Jurist project for their vision, as such a project is needed and necessary for the Caribbean right now.

​Honourable Mr Justice Peter Jamadar

​Former Acting District Education Officer, Former Teacher, and UWP Senator, Ernie Lawrance-JnoFinn said laments that since the DLP Administration have entered into office over the past 5 years, real agricultural Contributions have fallen dramatically and the refusal to take a deliberate policy for rural and farm access roads development has prompted farmers to abandon their farms. She said this as part of her presentation in response to the 2022-2023 Budget at the House of Assembly yesterday.

​Senator Jno Finn added that one would assume that the rising food prices would attract people to get into farming, but that didn’t happen, leaving Dominica’s food security in serious jeopardy.

​Former Acting District Education Officer, former teacher, and UWP Senator, Ernie Lawrance-JnoFinn

Former General Secretary of the Dominica Civil Service Association, Alvin Thomas, contends that there is no question that the CCJ has tasked Dominicans with handling this specific bloated voters list issue. Highlighting that the issue was questioned by the CCJ, which means that it requires some form of investigation. He added that we must now create a strategic plan to involve all Dominicans in the issue of electoral reform as a whole.

​He continued, saying that it is now up to us to go to work and take the appropriate action, starting with making sure that the list complies with the requirements of the law.

​Alvin Thomas, Former General Secretary of the DSPU