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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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Published 30 July 2026

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ONLINE PLATFORMS ENHANCING SOCIAL SERVICES DELIVERY IN SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 30, 2026 (SKNIS): Digitisation has helped to transform and improve the way citizens and residents of Saint Kitts and Nevis can access assistance from the Ministry of Social Development and Gender Affairs.

On Monday (July 28, 2026), registration for the School-Based Assistance Programme went live, giving applicants the opportunity to register online for assistance covering Caribbean Examination Council (CXC) Fee Waiver, High School Book Loan, Early Childhood Subvention (Private) and School Uniform Assistance.

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Published 28 July 2026

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THREE BILLS TO RECEIVE FIRST READING, WHILE TWO ARE SLATED FOR SECOND READING IN THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY ON THURSDAY, JULY 30, 2026

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 28, 2026 (SKNIS): The Order Paper has been issued for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Notice has been given.

Three Bills will receive their first reading, while two are slated for second reading. The government’s good governance legislative agenda continues as it commits itself to transparency, accountability and the Rule of Law.

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