of several clauses that are extremely damaging to the free flow of news and information and to public debate. On Monday 25th July, 2016 Leader of the Democratic Republican Party (DRP) on IKtv addressed her concerns about the cyber bill also. News Blogger Kenton Chance of I Witness News SVG, a prominent journalist in SVG had also expressed his concerns with certain sections if the Crime Bill. Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves has made it clear that the Cyber Crimes Bill is not intended to control social media. The Prime Minister made the point in response to a question from the media, during a News Conference at Cabinet Room June 8th 2016. Dr. Gonsalves Said, “But nobody can reasonably doubt that there are problems with the growth of the technology, that you have offences which are created and things which are being done, which should be regulated and for which there should be a criminal Sanction”. Dr. Gonsalves Said, “But nobody can reasonably doubt that there are problems with the growth of the technology, that you have offences which are created and things which are being done, which should be regulated and for which there should be a criminal Sanction”. Leader of the Democratic Republican Party (DRP) and president of the Thusian Institute for Religious Liberty Inc. (TIRL) Anesia Baptiste has on IKTV registered her displeasure with some draft clauses in the Cybercrime Bill 2016, especially clause 16. The human rights activist and DRP leader said the certain parts of the bill threatens the rights of the people.
offence under this law), he will not only be required to pay the fines or go to jail or both as seen under clause 16, but the person could also be faced with an additional court order to pay for loss or damage caused or likely to be caused as a result of the commission of the offence.” Mrs. Anesia Baptiste, has condemned and is urging the immediate removal of clause 16 of the cyberbill 2016, which was introduced into SVG’S house of parliament in June 2016. The bill which is currently before a select committee of the house is expected to be debated. In parliament, at it’s next sitting on August 4th.Ms Baptiste said she believes it will pass, if select committee work is completed by that time. She is also an invitee to select committee meetings and has shared her concerns about certain aspects of the bill on national Radio programs. Ms. Baptiste, a former senator and holder of a Bachelor Of law degree with honors from the University of London,pointed out that clause 16 of the bill has two main features, which are dangerous, to God-given and constitutionally guaranteed human freedoms of expression, speech, the press and information. In addition, Ms. Baptiste pointed out that several countries, to include Grenada,Jamaica,Antigua and Trinidad and Tobago, have already decriminalized the bill. She is therefore calling on our Government to do likewise.
taking place online”. In his presentation, Mr. Chance, however, said he was “extremely concerned and unnerved” by what he sees in the piece of legislation “as avenues for the state to potentially criminalize journalists and their sources — many of whom might be whistle-blowers.”
It was brought to our attention at JSR Communications that the entire bill was brought to the public at one of our busiest times in St. Vincent... Carnival. What is your opinion? What should be done? Is it as some say a way for the government to get at it's critics? Does the current charge of of a calypsonian "I-Madd" reflect as his lawyer called it; "A Witch Hunt"? CALYPSONIAN CHARGED WITH THREATENING TO KILL PM AND FAMILY Please let us know your opinion. Washington, DC July 27, 2016 Dear Prime Minister Gonsalves, Dear Minister of Information Gonsalves, Reporters Without Borders (RSF), an international organization that defends freedom of information, would like to express to you its concern about Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Cybercrime Bill currently being debated in Parliament. We do not dispute the principle of this law or some of its provisions. The Internet should not escape the authority of the law altogether and we believe that it is perfectly legitimate to sanction such crimes and offences as the theft of documents or data, online identity theft, cyberbullying or, even more serious, child pornography. However, we regard some of the clauses in this bill extremely damaging to the free flow of news and information and to public debate. For example, Section 16 (2) of Part II incorporates criminal libel, which is already a criminal offence in Section 274 of the criminal code. Section 16 (3) states: “A person who, intentionally or recklessly uses a computer system to disseminate any information, statement or image; and exposes the private affairs of another person, thereby subjecting that other person to public ridicule, contempt, hatred or embarrassment, commits an offence.” Offenders can be sentenced to up to 5 years’ imprisonment and/or pay a fine of 200,000 East Caribbean dollars. Under what criteria can information be considered to expose “private affairs” of another person regardless of factual accuracy (which this subsection refrains from mentioning)? This provision could very easily constitute an obstacle to the dissemination of information of public interest. It could, for example, provide any demonstrably corrupt public figure with a strong argument for refusing to be held accountable. Clause 16 also defines cyberbullying as using “a computer system repeatedly or continuously to convey information which causes fear, intimidation, humiliation, distress or other harm to another person; or detriment to another person’s health, emotional well-being, self-esteem or reputation.” This language remains subjective and could be broadly interpreted in a manner that negatively impacts the free flow of information. We are also concerned about the range of the bill’s applicability. Clause 31 of Part III states that “an act [constituting an offence] is carried out in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines if the effect of the act, or the damage resulting from the act, occurs within Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.” Here again, the lack of precision about the nature of the effect to which this clause refers could result in significant obstacles to freedom of information. The danger posed by these provisions is, in our view, all the greater because the law gives the police and judicial authorities a great deal of scope to access the personal data of someone who is being investigated. Furthermore, RSF considers criminal defamation to have a chilling effect on freedom of the press and freedom of expression and has repeatedly urged countries to decriminalize this offense. For all these reasons, we urge you not to pass this bill into law in its present form and to amend the most sensitive clauses. We also urge you to amend the criminal code in order to de-criminalize defamation. We thank you in advance for the attention you give to this letter. Sincerely, Delphine Halgand US Director, Reporters Without Borders Image Credit: Luis Acosta/AFP Source: Reporters Without Borders (RSF) https://rsf.org/en/news/saint-vincent-and-grenadines-prime-minister-and-minister-information-urged-revise-cybercrime-bill
The Calypsonian, who uses the stage name “I-Madd”, is accused of maliciously sending or uttering threats to kill Prime Minister Gonsalves between December 9 and 31 last year.
Scrubb was not required to plead when he appeared in court and the prosecution did not object to bail. Noting that the charges were brought 7 months after the alleged offense and that the prosecution is requesting an additional 3 months to prepare is further proof, the lawyer further stated that arresting his client as he was leaving the country as opposed to any other time during his 5 week stay, was done on purpose because it jeopardizes Scrubb’s job in the U.S. With tunes like ‘Kick Dem Out’ and ‘Politics’, most of Paul Scrubb’s musical topics involve criticizing the government just as most Calypso’s do We FM News reported that he will have to report to a police station on Mondays and Thursdays, surrender all travel documents and obtain the permission of the court to leave the country.
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Now, if you are staying in SVG for a couple months, or even deciding to extend stay and those who live here, relaxation is still a big deal in SVG. Keeping all things in tack, the End of the Month is once again approaching and to top that off, it's summer! There are bills to pay but you need to relax. Don't miss it ok. You need to relax! With that in mind, let JSR Communications handle the bills, deliveries, the buying of your lunch or any office attending you need. we remove you from the hot sun or long lines & removes the need for a full time employee who does a part time job, and your bills are paid same day. We do our best to accommodate you & your request. We cover a wide range of locations. Call or whatsapp us 17844916156. Like us on Facebook. We are on Instagran, google plus and twitter also. See the video below for more info.
Now, while JSR Communications is paying the bills and running errands for you, you must take a trip to Bequia. Yes. You have to visit Port Elizabeth! Evie B said It’s “A little gem!”. She give Port Elizabeth in Bequia a 5 of 5 stars review 1 week ago. She said she “Spent a few nights in the bay on several occasions cruising through the West Indies. Bequia is a little jewel, so laid back, tons of fresh food, the friendliest locals and Friday nights and weekends further in the town, the locals dance with music in the streets. Caribbean style. Must go experience!” She visited in visited August 2015.
If you need a second opinion, scotworldtraveller who took her advice and went had his own reviews to give after visiting in March 2016. Yep. This year. He said, it is a “Tranquil bay” Scot reviewed that “We moored in the bay and went ashore in dinghies across the blue water. we were welcomed ashore and taken on a tour of the island.” Just google for the pictures and you will see for yourself. Summer in St. Vincent is fun in the sun with the ultimate relaxation. If you have never heard it before, tourist love it here. We always here that Vincentians are "warm and welcoming, lovely, friendly, nice" and we will like for it to remain that way.
Canouan
40km south of Saint Vincent, the Canouan Airport is the largest and closest runway to the Tobago Cays and able to accommodate super mid-size jets. Union Island On this, the southernmost Grenadine island belonging to Saint Vincent, the airport is your access point to the private island resorts of: Palm Island and Petit St. Vincent to name a few. Ferry services operate between the Grenadines and Saint Vincent every day except for Wednesday with either the MV Barracouda, MV Gemstar, MV Guidance or the MV Jaden Sun (a fast ferry). Check online for these boats' schedules. Ferry services also operate bi-weekly between Ashton, Union Island and Hillsborough, Carriacou (Grenada) on Mondays and Thursdays. Small water-taxis provide daily transportation between the islands. Eat roast pork or chicken at a roadside barbecue on Friday or Saturday night Enjoy the view from Fort Charlotte Visit Montreal Gardens Hike the Vermont Nature Trail Visit the Botanical Gardens Climb La Soufriere Volcano (not an easy climb!) Swim in the Tobago Cays La Soufriere Volcano Summit Visit the Arawak Rock Carvings Black Point Tunnel Hike up to and enjoy the view from Fort Duvernette Saint Vincent uses the North American style of calling codes, where all local numbers are seven digits. The area code for the islands is 784, which makes all international numbers for Saint Vincent in the form of +1 784 XXX-XXX Our national dish is Roast Breadfriut and fried Jack Fish. Our national Bird is the Amazona Guildingui St. Vincent and the Grenadines on Tuesday, announced a new policy for Vincentians. Visas will no longer be mandatory to travel to Ecuador. Likewise, visas will no longer be mandatory for Ecuadorian to travel to St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The policy was signed by Foreign Affairs Minister, Sir Louie Straker and Ambassador of the Republic of Ecuador to St. Vincent and the Grenadines, His Excellency Galo Yepez Hol-gu-in. Sir Louie Straker said that the waiver agreement will result in greater benefits in tourism for the two countries. In 2012, The announcement was made by Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves during a News Conference, that Vincentians who intend to travel to Canada will now require a visa to enter that country. The Prime Minister said he had been informed by the Canadian High Commissioner in Barbados that the Canadian Government is imposing visa requirements for nationals of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, St. Lucia and four African countries. The Prime Minister noted that this development follows attempts by Vincentian nationals in recent years, to gain refugee status in Canada. And he noted that the decision will have an adverse effect on the less fortunate. for addressing the increases in fees and charges for products and services offered by the commercial banks which operate in the ECCU.
The Working Group will conduct a comprehensive analysis and assessment of the suitability of fees levied by the commercial banks. The assessment will include a review of the fees and charges in other CARICOM member countries and consultations with key stakeholders, including the ECCU Bankers Association. The Working Group is expected to present a preliminary report on its work to the ECCB Monetary Council at the Council meeting in October. Fred “GARRINCHA” Trimmingham, former national footballer and long outstanding sports personality, died on Saturday July 16th at the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital.
As a footballer, Fred featured regularly in the position of defender and mid-field and represented the national team in the 1960s/1970s. In Cricket, Trimmingham was one of St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ leading off-spinners, hard-hitting, lower order batsmen. He also played for Sheffield Cricket Club in the National First Division Championship. JSR Communications extends our deepest and heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family. Former Calypsonian Aloma “Gospel Dan” Codougan, better known as Fatty Dan, will be buried today July 18th 2016. Aloma Codougan left the calypso arena a few years ago to sing gospel after a bout with cancer and changed her name to “Gospel Dan”. As she was received by the calypso fans, so was she in the local gospel arena. Aloma died on Thursday 7th July. The calypso fraternity lauded her for the contribution she made to the calypso art form, and NBC News reported that President of the Calypsonians Association, Earl Kaba Bennett said she was an outstanding individual. Several Persons in the secular world in St. Vincent & the Grenadines (SVG) over the last few years, after being diagnosed with an illness made the life changing decision, to give their lives to Christ.
Nationals of the commonwealth which includes St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago, are invited to apply for recruitment in Britain’s Armed Forces. This comes as the Commonwealth of the United Kingdom (UK) has relaxed the rules for Commonwealth recruits wanting to serve as part of its Armed Forces. In 2013, recruits from the Commonwealth countries were banned from joining Britain’s Armed Forces unless they had lived in the UK for five years. But, the British Government has waived its residency requirements to allow 200 Commonwealth citizens per year, to fill roles in regular forces. In a written statement on May 13, 2016, British Defence Minister Penny Mordaunt, said there was a ‘long tradition’ of soldiers from Commonwealth nations serving in the British military, noting that ‘We (the UK) continue to value their service which provides an important contribution in defending the UK at home and abroad. Interested persons are asked to register, and find more information at the following online link:http://www.army.mod.uk/join/commonwealth_joiners.aspx?t=commonwealth
Aloma Codougan AKA Gospel Dan, formerly known as Fatty Dan has died. We at JSR Communications express our deepest condolences to her family, relatives, and friends. Cadougan for a number of years performed at the Victoria Park as one of this country’s leading calypsonians under the moniker ‘Fatty Dan’. However, in 2009, she made a life change. Cadougan, who became a Christian, took to the stage under her new stage name ‘Gospel Dan’ with full support from the gospel community in SVG. On Saturday night, April 4th, 2009, members of the Christian community turned out in droves at the Victoria Park for the event which showcases the talent that exists in the various churches across St.Vincent and the Grenadines, as well as within the region, Gospel Fest. One of the high points of the event was Aloma Cadougan’s sterling rendition dubbed ‘Declaration of Blessings’. May Her Soul Rest In Peace |
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