ATTORNEY-GENERAL WILKIN ANNOUNCES WINNER OF MINISTRY OF JUSTICE AND LEGAL AFFAIRS HEADQUARTERS DESIGN COMPETITION

(SKNIS): Attorney-General (AG), the Honourable Garth Wilkin announced that Submission #735 has been selected as the winning design for the new Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs Headquarters, which will be located on the Bay Road, Basseterre, St. Kitts. This decision comes after a rigorous review process of 15 unique and creative submissions, all showcasing the immense talent […]

ATTORNEY-GENERAL WILKIN HOPES TO HAVE CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORMS IN ST. KITTS AND NEVIS STREAMLINED IN 2024

(SKNIS) – During his recent appearance on the well-known radio and television show, InFocus, on November 21, 2023, the Honourable Garth Wilkin, Attorney General (AG), emphasized the Government’s dedication to reforming the criminal justice system. This overhaul aims to enhance the efficiency of handling criminal cases, with the goal of delivering faster justice for the citizens and […]

Parliament Passes Bill To Prevent Leaks of Sensitive Government Information

During a historic session on Monday, November 20, 2023, the Honorable Garth Wilkin, Attorney-General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, successfully steered the debate on the Unauthorized Disclosure of Official Information Bill, 2023. This legislation, aimed at curbing the leakage of sensitive government data, received parliamentary approval after thorough deliberation. At its core, the […]

WHISTLEBLOWERS PROTECTION BILL, 2023, SUCCESSFULLY PASSED INTO LAW

(SKNIS): The Whistleblowers Protection Bill, 2023, aimed at safeguarding individuals who report illicit activities within the public service, was successfully passed into law at the Sitting of Parliament on Monday, November 20, 2023, marking a significant stride in the government’s commitment to good governance, transparency, and accountability. The Whistleblowers Protection Bill, 2023, defines a whistleblower […]

HIGH COURT SERVICES TEMPORARILY RELOCATED TO THE “CHARLES AMORY” BUILDING AT FORTLANDS, BASSETERRE

A brief ceremony took place this morning, Wednesday, September 20, to commemorate a significant event. The gathering was attended by the esteemed Garth Wilkin, the Attorney General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, as well as representatives from the St. Kitts and Nevis Bar Association and other members of the legal community in the […]

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