Skerrit says no change in whaling policy
Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit has said that Dominica won’t change its stance on commercial whaling at the International Whaling Commission conference in Morocco next week.
Almost three years ago, Dominica began abstaining on the issue, ditching its previously cast-iron support of Japan, which has campaigned for an easing of the international ban on commercial whaling. Skerrit also rejected reports that Eastern Caribbean member nations of the IWC were to adopt a unified position ahead of the Morocco meeting.
The meeting is expected to seek a compromise between pro- and anti-whaling countries, which may include allowing commercial whaling on a limited scale.
Bank chief worries about deficit
The governor of Trinidad and Tobago’s Central Bank, Ewart Williams, has said that the country’s new administration will have to make serious decisions about spending.
Williams expressed his concern about the government’s anticipated deficit this fiscal year.
He said there was likely to be minimal growth in the economy in 2010.
Warner stands ground
Trinidad and Tobago works minister and FIFA Vice President Jack Warner has insisted that there is no conflict in holding the two offices.
Warner was speaking on his return from the World Cup to a rapturous reception.
He has come under fire from the opposition for not giving up one of his roles and the Integrity Commission has ruled that ministers cannot hold conflicting positions.
The attorney general has referred the matter to three senior lawyers for advice.
Warner says he’ll obey whatever decision is taken but he just wants to serve.
“I want no salary from the government … I want to serve the people, I want improve their lives,” he said.
