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UK-based entity to conduct post-election seminar for VI parliamentarians

Leading the delegation is Lilian R. Greenwood, left, Member of Parliament (UK). The delegation also includes Honourable Juan P. Watterson SHK, right, and Joann Corkish from the Isle of Man and Honourable Akierra M.D. Missick MP from the (Turks and Caicos Islands). Photo: Internet Source/File
Speaker of the House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands Honourable Corine N. George Massicote said the seminar represents an invaluable opportunity for the Territory’s parliamentarians to engage with peers from across the Commonwealth. Photo: GIS
Speaker of the House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands Honourable Corine N. George Massicote said the seminar represents an invaluable opportunity for the Territory’s parliamentarians to engage with peers from across the Commonwealth. Photo: GIS
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The UK Branch of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA UK) will be conducting a Post-Election Seminar for parliamentarians in the Virgin Islands from August 30 to September 1, 2023.

The event will be hosted by the House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands and will serve as a unique platform for sharing parliamentary experiences, fostering discussions on the responsibilities of elected representatives, and exploring parliamentary procedure and scrutiny.

Speaker of the House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands Honourable Corine N. George Massicote said the seminar represents an invaluable opportunity for the Territory’s parliamentarians to engage with peers from across the Commonwealth.

“This will allow us to collectively contribute to the betterment of governance and legislative practices within our Territory. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to CPA UK for their steadfast commitment to strengthening our parliamentary institution,” Honourable Massicote said in a press release today, August 29, 2023.

CPA UK is 'dedicated' to engaging VI- Speaker Massicote

The Speaker stated that the seminar is a continuation of CPA UK’s dedicated engagement with the VI, and finds its place within the UK Overseas Territories Project (UKOTP). She said the project has consistently exemplified its commitment to cultivating good governance and bolstering oversight of public finances in the UK Overseas Territories.

The Speaker also said the Post-Election Seminar is set to foster meaningful dialogues among local parliamentarians and a delegation of parliamentarians from across the Commonwealth.

Leading the delegation is Lilian R. Greenwood Member of Parliament (UK), whose leadership will guide the discussions towards a deeper understanding of parliamentary processes. The delegation also includes Honourable Juan P. Watterson SHK and Joann Corkish from the Isle of Man and Honourable Akierra M.D. Missick MP from the (Turks and Caicos Islands).

12 Responses to “UK-based entity to conduct post-election seminar for VI parliamentarians”

  • Marlon (29/08/2023, 17:02) Like (7) Dislike (8) Reply
    But we dont understand. Why should the UK hold this when we can get the same training from Guyanese Parliament? Atleast we know during break it will be curry and chutney and not tea. We need to adapt to the chutney way of life!
    • NOT (30/08/2023, 10:11) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      The reason so many Guyanese people here is that their government is beyond corrupt.
  • Xxx (29/08/2023, 17:37) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    Most of them will only last for 4 years so it will not help much
  • vi (29/08/2023, 18:04) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    How much do we have to pay them now?
  • … (29/08/2023, 19:09) Like (10) Dislike (2) Reply
    The house of assembly these days is a joke where is the so called STRONG OPPOSITION? we need them now!
  • 2023 (29/08/2023, 19:57) Like (6) Dislike (3) Reply
    how many years the people have been casting their votes but suddenly here comes London
  • Lb (30/08/2023, 02:14) Like (0) Dislike (10) Reply
    So the big Colonizers have to come teach us porch Monkies because we are incapable? Why a “white” firm? Did this go out for tender? Did we take bids to ensure the best value for money? Did any local or regional companies have an opportunity to submit proposals?

    Meanwhile we can’t give out a contract for $1k to cut bush unless it goes out for bids. But here come these UK companies now to suck on the tiny titty that it’sour Treasury!

    Where is the Opposition?

    Meanwhile the Premier brother up n down bragging about what other Caribbean country giving lip service about them supporting BVI. Meanwhile the colonizers are quietly slipping in.

    Stay woke or wake up people!
    • @Lb (30/08/2023, 09:49) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
      Where does it say we're paying for this? Do you even know what the CPA is? Seems like you're letting your racist views cloud your reading and understanding of the article. Calm down, read it again and perhaps google what the CPA is!
      • @@LB (30/08/2023, 14:50) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
        Exactly, I wonder if this Dodo really read the article, or just read the title to cast their ignorant view!
    • Tigress (31/08/2023, 15:13) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      But i thought it was said post election by the observers of the election process that bvi did well with the election why then this extra process. I figured that what ever needed to be discussed had been discussed and logged to the supervisor of election. Hmmm unless the observers didnt tell all and they so want to continue being our bosses that they continue to lie. Why do our legislators fall for these people crap. Who is paying for their stay here??????
  • pandora (30/08/2023, 07:29) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    half them lazy politicians will not even show up, they will claim "I am busy."
  • Me (30/08/2023, 09:37) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Why come for such these brazen so elected one will still travel the world visiting house of evil to be elected.From Africa,Venezuela,Jamaica,Senegal and the list can go on.God take the wheels and come fast.


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