Hon Penn 'can't speak’ on whether he will collect $$ from Greedy Bill
The bill granted lawmakers questionable lump sum payments, gratuity, and guaranteed salaries for an extended period, leading to widespread public criticism.
While some sections of the bill have been repealed, for those in the House of Assembly (HoA) present when the bill was passed and other former legislators, the benefits will continue as per the repealed legislation.
Speaking as a guest on the March 11, 2024, edition of Talking Points on ZBVI 780am, Hon Penn, who was vocal in his criticism of the bill, told Talking Points co-host Damien C. Grange that he can’t say just yet if he would refuse the money.
Benefits can’t be taken away – Hon Penn
“The law was passed, we made the adjustment, and it was very clear in terms of legal advice at the time, that we can’t take away benefits that was accrued to someone,” Hon Penn pointed out.
“Are you taking the money?” Mr Grange asked.
Hon Penn added, “I can’t speak to that; I’m not retired yet… I’m so far from being retired, I think you have to be 50 and I’m still in my mid-40s,” in refusing to state his position.
While the Legislator avoided the question, he is set to benefit from the original legislation's problematic parts
On his 50th Birthday, Hon Penn will qualify for a section of the repealed legislation which states that if a legislator has served three terms in the House of Assembly, that legislator receives a gratuity in the amount of $250,000-$300,000 immediately upon retirement if they are 50 years or older.
The gratuity/post-term salary payment will be in addition to a retirement allowance already provisioned for life to any former legislator 50 years and over, who has served at least five years in the House.
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22 Responses to “Hon Penn 'can't speak’ on whether he will collect $$ from Greedy Bill”
bullets, no friendship, no Bribery. Get the real hard and honest question.? .No wonder they all running and hiding.
C****n feels he’s entitled and he deserve the money. You wanna wanna bet? This politricker has no moral class. He’s the lowest of the lowest a politician can get but he will find out that the money will have no use to him cause he will have to give it way. Useless politicians need to take a trip to the incinerator to empty their garbage everyday. Only thing this one will remain stink.
And they all going to take it .....why should he not......Slow man should of do better and wipe it out completely but he won't , why you think he was hand pick to be second in command.........surely not because DR. is infront of his name , we'll know that .