​Local Pastor, Dr. Randy Rodney, has expressed dissatisfaction with the unfair advantage of Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit and his administration, in delaying and perverting the implementation of proper Electoral Reform in Dominica
 
Following the Second Meeting of the Second Session of the Eleventh Parliament on December 16th, 2024, the government held it first reading done for the cabinet’s version of proposed Electoral Laws, namely: the Electoral Commission Bill 2024, House of Assembly Elections Bill 2024, and Registration of Electors Bill 2024.
 
Dr. Rodney calls for the proposed laws of the DLP administration to be null and void and the second and third readings should not occur, as the laws presented to parliament by the DLP administration gives the government-side an advantage in General Elections over any opposition party - such laws defeat the purpose of electoral reform.

​Local Pastor, Dr. Randy Rodney.

​Nurse and Midwife Consultant Rosie Felix alleges that the Skerrit-led DLP Administration is perceived as being morally inept. Felix highlighted the pressing issue of the delay tactics and attempts of the DLP administration to consistently pervert the sensible proposals submitted to the Electoral Office and to the president of Dominica. Since 2008, the Roosevelt Skerrit Administration has utilized every political method to stop and pervert the implementation of proper Electoral Reform in Dominica.
 
In the latest attempt to pass Electoral Laws which would give the DLP an advantage in general elections indefinitely - during the Second Meeting of the Second Session of the Eleventh Parliament, the government went to parliament on December 16, 2024, and had the first reading of the cabinet’s version of proposed Electoral Laws, namely: the Electoral Commission Bill 2024, House of Assembly Elections Bill 2024, and Registration of Electors Bill 2024.

​Nurse and Midwife Consultant, Rosie Felix.

​Republic Bank has launched its "Make It Happen Loan," a program designed to support small business owners in achieving their goals. As part of this initiative, eligible participants will also have the chance to win a $10,000 cash prize, further bolstering their business endeavors.

​As the year 2024 comes to a close, the Universal Church invites the community to its New Year’s Night Vigil.  The event will begin at 10 p.m. tonight at 37 Great George Street, Roseau, opposite Jollys Pharmacy. Join in to bid farewell to 2024 and welcome the new year with faith and hope.

​In her year-end message, Dr. Carla N. Barnett, Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), highlighted the Secretariat’s continued focus on advancing regional integration and improving the welfare of Caribbean citizens throughout 2024.
 
Under the leadership of the Conference of Heads of Government, significant progress was made in addressing key regional priorities. Notable achievements included the advancement of food and nutrition security through the 25 by 2025 initiative, improvements in regional air and maritime transportation, and progress in the implementation of the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME). Efforts to address the ongoing issues of crime and violence were also prioritized.
 
The region’s advocacy for climate action remained a central theme, with CARICOM continuing to press the international community for decisive action to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. Dr. Barnett also emphasized the importance of honoring climate financing commitments and the continued relevance of the Bridgetown Initiative and the Multidimensional Vulnerability Index to support the resilience of CARICOM’s Small Island and Low-lying Coastal Developing States (SIDS). 

​Minister for Youth, Gretta Roberts, emphasized the Duke of Edinburgh Award as a symbol of the vast potential within young people in Dominica. She stressed that with the right tools, encouragement, and opportunities, youth have the ability to thrive and succeed. Describing the award as a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, Roberts extended her congratulations to the numerous young people who took on the challenge & successfully completed the award. She recognized their achievements as a testament to their resilience and determination.

​Roberts praised the groups involved in the Duke of Edinburgh Award, acknowledging that their support and encouragement played a crucial role in helping young people achieve success. She committed to ensuring that young people in Dominica have access to opportunities that will allow them to discover and harness their full potential.

​Minister for Youth, Gretta Roberts.

​Electoral Reform Committee (ERC) Member, Nicholas George, laments that the biggest error made by the Skerrit-led DLP Government was the disbandment of the Public Works Corporation.
 
Speaking on Q95FM Radio on Monday, George recalled when the Public Works Corporation was operational and how effective it was in building capacity within the engineering and Construction Sector.
 
He referenced the times in the past when Dominicans were given the responsibility to undertake multi-million-dollar projects, which they executed exceptionally, as they possessed the capacity to do so.

Electoral Reform Committee (ERC) Member, Nicholas George.

​Chairman of the Dominica Freedom Party, Johnson Boston, reveals the level of partisan politics committed by some members of the Executive branch of government after Hurricane Maria in 2017.
 
This, Boston explains, pushed Dominicans to develop a greater distrust toward the Government of Dominica. He urges the government, that in 2025 unity and tolerance between all political factions must be reached and expanded to restore the social efficiency and behavioral maturity of the average Dominican to improve order within society.

Chairman of the Dominica Freedom Party, Johnson Boston.

​Chair of the Duke of Edinburgh International Award, Reginald Winston announced that efforts are underway to restore the organization's chapters across Dominica, which were severely affected by Hurricane Maria in 2017. He emphasized that the focus is on revitalizing operations in these areas. Winston also revealed that in 2021, an Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held, during which a new executive team was appointed to lead the organization's recovery and future initiatives.

​Winston further stated that the new executive has decided to pilot a program that will introduce the Duke of Edinburgh Award to three primary schools. This initiative will provide students with the opportunity to begin working towards earning the prestigious awards.

Reginald Winston, Chair of the Duke of Edinburgh International Award.

​Director General of the Dominica Red Cross, Sandra Charter-Rolle shared that despite facing numerous challenges throughout 2024, the organization successfully continued to meet its objectives and strengthened resilience among the island's most vulnerable communities. Speaking to state-owned radio, she reflected on the initiatives undertaken by the Red Cross over the past year as 2024 comes to a close, emphasizing their ongoing commitment to helping those in need and building capacity for future resilience.

​Rolle further emphasized that throughout 2024, the Dominica Red Cross ensured its volunteers, spread across 11 branches on the island, were well-equipped to respond to natural disasters. She highlighted the organization's ongoing efforts to maximize the full capacity of its volunteers, ensuring they are prepared for any emergency situations.

​Sandra Charter-Rolle, Director General of the Dominica Red Cross Society.