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How long will contracts be under review? Natalio Wheatley asks
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Talk show hosts Cromwell Smith and Natalio Wheatley are disappointed that Government has still not disclosed anything to the public about the Biwater contract and whether it would be able to get out of the agreement even while work on the project is proceeding at break neck pace.
Mainstream perspective is to disrespect elders & ancestors- Natalio Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- While speaking on Black History Month, which is currently being observed in the United States, co-host of last evening February 2, 2012 radio talk show “Umoja” Natalio ‘Sowande Uhuru’ Wheatley said there was a need to honour our elders and ancestors rather than ridicule them.
Is the expat worker being taken advantaged of?
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The question of the work ethic of the Virgin Islander came to the forefront on Umoja on Thursday January 26, 2012 where one caller was of the opinion that the issue of locals not getting jobs was not one to do with a bad work ethic but that employers were not keen on employing them because they were comfortable with taking advantage of the expat worker.
Negative blogs display a certain lack of maturity in society- Natalio Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Radio talk show host and member of the People’s Patriotic Alliance (PPA) Natalio Wheatley has called on bloggers to desist from making negative comments but rather focus on making positive contributions to issues that would foster healthy discussion and goodwill.
Should the VI purchase its own cruise ship?
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands purchasing its own cruise ship was suggested during the radio programme “Umoja”, which was aired last evening December 15, 2011.
Ray George went against his people for foreign interest - Cromwell Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Although being of the view that axed Government contracted officer Ray George went against the development of his own VIslanders by siding with the controversial Biwater project, Cromwell Smith believes he should not have been “thrown out”.
Economy is insecure!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The hosts of the radio programme Umoja, aired November 17, 2011, believes that the economy is in an insecure position since a large portion of the businesses in the tourism and financial sectors are owned by foreign investors and noted that Government needs to strategise to relieve the economy from being in such a precarious position.
‘Tax after sales’ an option for stimulating economy?
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Ensuring fair competition and implementing ‘tax after sales’ could be two methods that would bring in the much needed funds to sustain the Territory’s economy, two talk show hosts recommended.
VIP motorcade rolls on "PPA nerves"
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With the various jingles blasting from the sound systems and horns honking and flags waving, the ruling Virgin Islands Party (VIP) yesterday November 5, 2011 held a massive motorcade that stretched for many lengths. But if there was anyone that was not impressed it was the People’s Patriotic Alliance (PPA), along with its supporters that had converged at the Sunday Morning Well for a rally.
Political figures throw support behind Hans Creek protection
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – With all the political campaigning and rallies taking precedence over the past weeks leading up to the November 7, 2011 General Elections, seven political candidates took time out from their busy schedules to discuss the issue of the Beef Island Development and the protection of Hans Creek.
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