Economic reboot $$ will be diverted to any new lockdown- Hon Fahie
"An internal assessment has shown that if we end up in another Territory-wide lockdown, the money that we have for rebooting the economy will have to be used instead for social support. And when that is over, we will not have any money left to reboot the economy," Hon Fahie said.
The Premier made the analysis in a statement on Sunday, August 9, 2020, entitled 'Economic Boost for the Virgin Islands on the Horizon: The Construction Industry'.
"I cannot emphasise enough that for your Government, our highest priority is the safety and health of each Virgin Islander and resident," Premier Fahie said.
Every life matters in the VI - Premier Fahie
He said Government also agrees that human life is most precious above all material things and that the safety of every life matters, "That is why your Government cannot afford to take unnecessary risks that can lead to our loved ones getting sick, or worse dying.
"We cannot take unnecessary risks that can cause our medical facilities to become overburdened. And, we cannot take unnecessary risks that can trigger another complete lockdown," Hon Fahie reiterated.
He reminded that countries of the world are exploring every method possible to balance their economy while trying to keep their residents safe and not succumbing to the pressures of those who are putting wealth above health.
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24 Responses to “Economic reboot $$ will be diverted to any new lockdown- Hon Fahie”
...Masks and sanitizers are manditory in all public aces, events and businesses..
Now this plan was well thought out, not like our burger king, Mac Donalds govt. Who always in a rush
We do not need the UK or Governor to control our spending and I want the VIP to control our budget and our future with no restrictions. It is time for the future NOW!
Why hold us back like this with fiscal responsibility and budgeting - spend tax payers US dollar now!
HARD HEADED PEOPLE WOULD FOLLOW THE PROTOCOLS THAT WAS PUT IN PLACE. Wear your masks and continue to social distance. I am for keeping the boarders closed until further notice.
OK, if the Premier open everything up and cases start to rise, you same selfish people is going to throw the Premier under the moving bus. When you selfish people start following protocols, then everything will open up. Yes, keep the boarder on LOCK.
"I cannot emphasise enough that for your Government, our highest priority is the safety and health of each Virgin Islander and resident," Premier Fahie said. Every life matters in the VI - Premier Fahie..He said Government also agrees that human life is most precious above all material things and that the safety of every life matters, "That is why your Government cannot afford to take unnecessary risks that can lead to our loved ones getting sick, or worse dying.”.. this Speak Volume to you caring about the people of the VIs.. I am so Thankful to God for making you our Premier. He chose you for a reason and for a time such as this.. You stay strong and do what is right for the people with the Help of God.