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Published 21 May 2026

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Prime Minister Drew: Political Will Is Essential to Transforming Crime Prevention Across the Caribbean
 

Basseterre, St Kitts, May 21, 2026 (PMO): Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis and Chairman of CARICOM, the Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, stressed that meaningful and lasting progress in addressing crime and violence across the Caribbean cannot be achieved without decisive leadership and political commitment.

Delivering remarks at the launch of the CARICOM–UNDP Diagnostic Document and CARICOM–UN Action Framework on May 21st, Prime Minister Drew identified political will as the critical ingredient necessary to move crime prevention strategies from theory into action.

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Published 21 May 2026

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St. Kitts and Nevis News Source

GOVERNMENT REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO SECOND CHANCES FOR YOUTH WITH THE RECOMMISSIONING OF NEW HORIZON REHABILITATION CENTRE

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 21, 2026 (SKNIS): Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Social Development, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to rehabilitation, restoration, and second chances for the nation’s youth, following the recommissioning of the New Horizon Rehabilitation Centre (NHRC) in Harris’ Village.

Addressing attendees at the recommissioning ceremony on May 20, 2026, Dr. Hanley emphasised that the reopening of the facility sends a powerful national message about the value placed on young people, particularly those facing challenges and conflict with the law.

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