2nd reading of the Prison (Amendment) Bill, 2025 heard Thursday in the National Assembly
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2nd reading of the Prison (Amendment) Bill, 2025 heard Thursday in the National Assembly
2nd reading of the Prison (Amendment) Bill, 2025 heard Thursday in the National Assembly
That’s the voice of Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, as he led a debate on the Prison (Amendment) Bill, 2025, in the National Assembly on Thursday, May 15th, 2025.
PM Drew said that he visited the Prison Farm on Wednesday and the purpose of creating such a farm is to produce and grow healthy food:
Additionally:
PM Drew.
Meantime,
The Attorney General (AG) and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, Hon. Garth Wilkin, (today) expressed strong support for the Prison (Amendment) Bill, 2025, during the sitting.
The amendment, which update the Prison Act, Cap. 19.08 – originally enacted in 1956 – are part of the government’s comprehensive strategy to safeguard public safety, maintain order, and preserve the peace that communities in Saint Kitts and Nevis. Hon. Wilkin described the legislation as a critical measure in the government’s broader plans to reduce crime and protect public safety across the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis.
