Distinguished Attorney Cara Shillingford set the record straight, as to themission of the Committee of Concerned Lawyers (CCL) Mission, as an institution, at the launching of the CCL’s promoters on Wednesday August 26, 2020 at the PSU building in Roseau. Shillingford told the media that CCL aims to be a beacon of justice, in efforts to effectively protect the rights of the citizens of Dominica, provide professional support, education, and ensure societal success. Distinguished Attorney and Executive member of the Committee of Concerned Lawyers, Cara Shillingford.
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Referencing the low voter turnout for the Capuchin/Cocoye’ Village Council Elections, UWP Senator Francisca Joseph insisted that Local government is important. Mentioning the 15 individuals contesting the Delice/Caribe/La Roche Village Council Election, she urged eligible voters to vote in the village council elections in large numbers. She pleaded with the upcoming village council to do the work of the people. UWP Senator Francesca Joseph.
Speaking about the current state of the village of Coulibistrie, Salisbury MP Hector John has asked the people of that village to think about what transpired in their community and the progress or lack thereof that has been made some 5 years after the passage of Tropical Storm Erika. John was a panelist on the ‘Workers Voice’ program on Thursday evening. He calls the members of Coulibistrie to put politics and religion aside to rebuild the community. Lamenting on a situation with the Bishop of Roseau, John says religion is sometimes used to divide the people. Salisbury MP, Hector John.
The Dominica Hotel & Tourism Association has joined in the efforts to have a travel advisory, issued by the US Embassy in Barbados, asking citizens to “reconsider travel”. The advisory cited concerns over health and safety measures related to COVID-19 and urged caution due to civil unrest. It is the view of the DHTA that the advisory is outdated and does not reflect the true state of affairs in Dominica. It fails to take into account the successful containment of the spread of the Coronavirus mainly due to the efforts of a well-coordinated Primary Health Care system. Through the foresight of the Government and diligence of private sector stakeholders, specific travel protocols have been developed & launched. Tourism authorities have also certified several accommodations as well as taxi operators and other tourism service providers. Service providers have gone through rigorous training and are strictly adhering to guidelines that promote clean and safe service delivery. The association believes that the work done to contain the virus in Dominica should be acknowledged and touted as an example of good practice. If the advisory remains in effect it will continue to have an adverse effect on our tourism economy and the livelihoods that are dependent on it. Hans Schilders, President of the DHTA
“Covid has turned the world upside down but Caribbean people are resilient. Hygiene and sanitization have always been the bedrock of our business, but we have become extremely transparent in delivering on these safety standards”, says Paulette Clarke, Group Operations Spa Manager at Sandals International. Speaking on the National Wellness Month campaign throughout the month of August, Travel Agents Selling the Caribbean (TASC) hosted a webinar to explore the vast potential of wellness tourism, under the theme “Wellness Tourism: Balancing Safety Protocols and Guest Expectations Amid the Impact of COVID-19”. Ms. Clarke says it has been a great learning curve which presented much opportunity. Paulette Clarke, Group Operations Spa Manager at Sandals International.
Justice Dr Irving Andre claims that as long as any political party or group can flagrantly violate Dominica’s electoral laws, free and fair elections are dead. Andre is of the opinion that it is more the inadequacy of the characters of the people and those who govern, than the inadequacy of the country’s laws. Justice Dr. Irving Andre
Referring to the Dominica’s parrots being shipped to Germany, Journalist Rebecca Theodore claims “We don’t have one legacy anymore.”She mentioned an alternative solution which could have been used to keep the parrots in Dominica and add value to the country’s legacy. With regards to selling diplomatic passports to questionable characters and the appointment of ambassadorships to unknown individuals, Theodore asks, “What did my forefathers fight for?” Journalist Rebecca Theodore
With regard to the current state of Dominica’s Electoral system, voter ID card and electoral reform etc, UK based Dominican Barrister Daren Sylvester says there is a need to bring these things up to date and to have things regularized. He stated that elections must be free and fair, especially in a small developing country like Dominica. UK based Dominican Barrister, Darren Sylvester
Yoga guru, David Bowen noted a growing interest in yoga throughout the Caribbean. “By practicing yoga, we promote values that inspire a peaceful, environmental stewardship for the betterment of society and the earth. There should be more opportunities for staff and guests to experience wellness together by creating a healthy community. He was speaking at a ‘Travel Agents Selling the Caribbean (TASC)’ webinar to explore the vast potential of wellness tourism. Speaking on the benefits of yoga and the high level of blood pressure and the like in Caribbean people, he says yoga is a great tool to help curb this trend and encourages staff of hotels to be intimately involved with yoga. He says yoga builds not only muscle, but also builds vital organs. Yoga guru, David Bowen
“Hiking is a great tool during COVID19, as therapy for the mind, body and soul. When visitors come to visit, it is supposed to be a ‘once in a lifetime’ experience, and we have to find new attractions to keep them engaged,” said Aidan McCauley, owner of Sugar Ridge, a wellness Resort in Antigua. McCauley believes that hiking will continue to grow post COVID-19 and he encourages Caribbean governments to develop hiking trails with proper signage and maintenance crews. He was speaking at a Travel Agents Selling the Caribbean (TASC) webinar to explore the vast potential of wellness tourism. He says that though things are now socially distant, nothing beats the physical experience, with warm greeting and genuine smile. Aidan McCauley, Sugar Ridge Resort/Hike Caribbean/Yoga Antigua
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