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16 approved by Cabinet as Constitutional Review Commission Members
The Premier, during a press conference alongside Governor John J. Rankin, CMG today, July 1, 2022, also said 14 of the nominees were unanimously approved by Cabinet.
He declined to say who were the two nominees that failed to get unanimous approval.
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Premier Wheatley said the Members of the Constitutional Review Commission, as approved by Cabinet, are Mrs Lisa E. Penn-Lettsome, Chairman; Ms Janice A. Stoutt, Deputy Chairman; Dr Charles H. Wheatley; Mr Ronnie W. Skelton; Mrs Bernadine A. Louis; Reverend Dr Melvin A. Turnbull; Dr Benedicta P. T. Samuels; Dr Steve S. Lennard; Ms Maya M. Barry; Mr Sendrick E. Chinnery; Ms Noni M. Georges; Mr Coy W. Levons; Mr Rajah A. Smith; Sir C.M. Dennis Byron; Mrs Tanya Cassie-Parker; and Ms Susan V. Demers.
According to Premier Wheatley, the biggest challenge for delivery by all concerned was Recommendation A2, concerning the Constitutional Review Commission.
“As you know, the forthcoming Constitutional Review will consider the aspirations and changes the people of the Virgin Islands wish to see in their next constitution.”
Despite 2 of the nominees not getting unanimous approval in Cabinet, Premier Wheatley said representation of the interests of the Virgin Islands is robust and the people of the Territory can be assured that their perspective will be strongly represented.
“I employ each Constitutional Commissioner to carry out their duty with integrity and with a view to what is in the best interest of the people of these Virgin Islands that builds on the constitutional progress we have made as a people since 1950.”
2 of Governor’s nominees were opposed in Cabinet
Virgin Islands News Online understands that the two nominees who failed to get unanimous approval in Cabinet were names recommended by Governor Rankin.
The 2 nominees were still approved by Cabinet, as Governor Rankin did not withdraw the controversial submissions.
The Unity Government had proposed that the Governor make 3 recommendations to the Constitutional Review Commission, something that some in the public are uncomfortable with.
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27 Responses to “16 approved by Cabinet as Constitutional Review Commission Members”
Here we are drilling into two members that were nominated by the Governor for whatever ,come what may .they maybe belonged or what, but who gave them that status had to be one of ours. If that was deserving well so be it why complain.
Now I see some (a few) nominees by our own home boys that really threw me down. What could they have been thinking if it ain't about votes and friend/ass(so-ci ci-ates). But I won't call any names
Do you all think that this is one of the RODEOS(SINCE IT WAS NOT THE FIRST ONE). Come on man let's get serious if atlases for once, then it might become contagious.
Oh God, send help.
Same as the fools on the radio. If you put a groups on there with opposing points of view the conversation would have substance. But no, they have to all agree on the same thing and spout off $hit with never a dissenting or opposing voice just so they feel good and think they're telling the people gospel truths. There have no agenda other than promoting a singular view.
It is distressing, though, that whether through arrogance or sheer ignorance, our elected reps continue to be short-sighted. Look at some of the people selected for the Constitutional Committee. We see the cronyism and nepotism staring us in our faces (again); the lack of transparency in some areas is still obvious.
Business as usual. Disgusting!
Example:
VI = Virgin Islander
B = Belonger
EX = Expat
Or take an occasional poll.
Our current Governor John J. Rankin was appointed Governor to represent the UK's government interest in the BVI. He is the Chief official of this country. Our current Governor is in a subjective position in him.
Because of mismanagement of our finances, particularly, the CoI 48 recommendations according to plan and time must be fulfilled. Our current Unity Government under the our current Premier lead, Dr. Hon. Natalio Sajande Wheatley has agreed to comply with these recommendations.
It is clear to see by those of us that have good understanding, that he does not intend to fully complied by submission to their righteousness principles for good governance sake.
Truly what many, and I can clear see is a dictator, like the former Premier Andrew A. Fahie only pretending to embrace democracy values, very well knowing that he is lying to us. Good leaders has submissive hearts. Good governance are lead by people with submissive hearts, nor dictiorial political mindset.
Our main political goal is to be lead by honest political leaders, not robbers of our finances for their own, their families, their cronies, and other local government employees personal interest, but rather for the good of all our citizen, and all those that are living among us, visitors included.
The above written honest and is factual.
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Andrew downfall has set the ball rolling
See who is your First Lady ?
God know exactly how to set the captives free
The worl ode juice does not prevent or stop individuals from passing on the pestilence to another.
The sooner mankind get it through their heads the better.
Even the CDC repeatedly reveals that persons of world order juice can pass on the pestilence, it is evident.