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Published 31 July 2026

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SENATOR DR. CLARKE SAYS EXTRADITION AMENDMENT BILL STRENGTHENS FEDERATION’S ABILITY TO COMBAT CROSS-BORDER CRIME

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 30, 2026 (SKNIS): Senator, the Honourable Dr. Joyelle Clarke has thrown her full support behind the Extradition (Amendment) Bill, 2026, describing the legislation as a practical and necessary measure to ensure Saint Kitts and Nevis can effectively respond to modern cross-border crime while preserving the constitutional safeguards that protect every citizen.
 

Seconding the bill during the Sitting of the National Assembly on Thursday, July 30, 2026, Senator Dr. Clarke said the  amendments are designed to strengthen the Federation’s legal framework in an increasingly interconnected world where criminals frequently cross national borders to evade justice.
 

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Published 31 July 2026

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Prime Minister Drew and Federal Cabinet Leads Media Tour of Key Government Capital Projects

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 31, 2026 (PMO): Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew and members of the Federal Cabinet will today, July 31st, lead representatives of the media on an extensive tour of key government capital and national development projects across St. Kitts.

The media tour will provide journalists with direct access to several major projects that are either under construction, undergoing rehabilitation or already contributing to the delivery of essential public services. It will also allow media professionals to observe the progress of works firsthand, receive detailed briefings and engage directly with the Prime Minister, responsible Ministers, senior government officials, technical experts, engineers, contractors and project managers.

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Published 31 July 2026

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MINISTER MAYNARD ANNOUNCES DISCOVERY OF NEW WATER SOURCE IN SADDLERS

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 30, 2026 (SKNIS): Minister responsible for Water Services, the Honourable Konris Maynard, today (July 30, 2026), announced the discovery of a promising new water source in Saddlers, describing it as another significant step in strengthening Saint Kitts’ long-term water security.

Delivering a statement during the July 30 Sitting of the National Assembly, Minister Maynard revealed that preliminary investigations have yielded encouraging results following hydrogeological exploration in the community.

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Published 31 July 2026

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STRUCTURAL ASSESSMENT UNDERWAY FOR SANDY POINT COMMUNITY CENTRE

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 30, 2026 (SKNIS): The Sandy Point Community Centre is undergoing a comprehensive assessment to determine the most effective strategy for its rehabilitation and future use.

The facility was “neglected, abused and [left] dilapidated for a very long time,” according to the Honourable Senator, Isalean Phillip, as she updated the nation on the status of community centres across Saint Kitts during Thursday’s (July 30, 2026) Sitting of the National Assembly. The minister of state responsible for social development said that the facility in Sandy Point will require “major work” based on an assessment from the Public Works Department.

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