Seven nationals of St. Kitts & Nevis were bestowed the Companion of the Star of Merit (CSM) on Wednesday May 19^th, during an Investiture Ceremony at Government House, St. Kitts. 

The recipients of the Companion of the Star of Merit were: Dr. Burnell Sylvester Nisbett – for his work in the field of Medicine, Dr. Cameron Wilkinson – National Service in Crisis, Dr. Hazel Oreta Laws – National Service in Crisis, Mrs. Viola Jacobs – for her dedication and years of service in Education, Reverend Rudolph Smithen – for his Religious Service within the federation… … 

… …Mrs. Shirley Gloria Estelle Browne – For her dedication and years of service in Education and Mr. Abdias Samuel – National Service in Crisis. 

Prime Minister, Dr. the Hon. Timothy Harris was the featured speaker at the ceremony:

 Prime Minister, Timothy Harris.