Dr Ricardo R. Neil was introduced because the Goodwill Ambassador for Science and Know-how, through the Submit Cupboard Assembly which was held on Monday, January 27, 2025, below the steering of Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew.
Dr. Neil, a famend professional in mechanical and industrial know-how and Chairman of each the St Kitts and Nevis (SKN) and OECS Robotics Associations, is appointed to advertise the incorporation of science and know-how into training, encourage entrepreneurship within the know-how sector, and assist renewable power initiatives, together with:-
- Photo voltaic Photovoltaic
- Geothermal Vitality Initiatives
The members of the Cupboard mentioned numerous subjects together with development of key insurance policies to reinforce the well-being of all of the residents and residents of the dual island nation.
Nationwide Coaching Institute
Plans for a Nationwide Coaching Institute have been introduced through the assembly by the CEO of the TVET Council Secretariat Dr Kertney thompson, and Lisa Romayne-Pistana, Everlasting Secretary on the Ministry of Training, which can merge the Superior Vocational Instructional Centre (AVEC), Venture Robust, and the Nationwide Abilities Coaching Programme (NSTP).
The Institute will provide Nationwide and Caribbean Vocational {Qualifications} (NVQ/CVQ) from Ranges 1 to eight, together with diplomas and affiliate levels in renewable power, aquaculture, animation, music manufacturing, and maritime transport.
Moreover, it can additionally embrace the Prior Studying Evaluation and Recognition (PLAR) Programme, to advertise private, social, and financial growth.
Sustainable Modernized Administrative Income and Taxation Techniques
An replace on the Sustainable Modernized Administrative Income and Taxation Techniques (SMARTS) was acquired through the assembly, which was introduced by Edward Present, Comptroller of the Inland Income Division.
He shared that the up to date model is designed to digitalize the federal government’s income assortment whereas bettering service supply for its customers.
SMARTS is a web-based self-service portal for taxpayers, a money register for real-time fee processing, and streamlined providers by its easy integration with the Site visitors Division’s Motor Car and Driver License System.
Autos and Street site visitors (Modification) Invoice, 2025
Autos and Street site visitors (Modification) Invoice, 2025, was additionally authorized through the assembly, to create safer roads by introducing enhanced penalties for site visitors violations.
The Invoice additionally introduces modernized enforcement through the use of know-how, and implementation of street security incentives together with elevated fines.
