Category Archive: Features

Government Bending Over Backward to Appoint Marston Gibson

Government Bending Over Backward to Appoint Marston Gibson

The Democratic Labour Party came to office in January 2008 in the wake of the unpopularity, caused by arrogance, of the Arthur Administration. Very …

 

Are Public Workers Being Sold Out?

Are Public Workers Being Sold Out?

In an ideal world there would be no place for trade unions. Employers would observe the golden rule, and treat their workers as they would …

 

Massive Pension Increase for Cabinet Ministers

Massive Pension Increase for Cabinet Ministers

On Wednesday, February 9, 2011, the NUPW held a meeting of persons who were affected by the new tax on travelling and entertainment allowances. The …

 

Story behind Unity Workers Union

Story behind Unity Workers Union

Over the past few months I have been approached wherever I go by persons who feel that I have somehow let them down by leaving …

 

Is the Budget Process Illegal

Is the Budget Process Illegal

Under normal circumstances when Government wants to change a law; a bill is laid, debated and passed in the House of Assembly. The process …

 

Replacing David Thompson

Replacing David Thompson

The death of our Prime Minister, the Hon. David Thompson, has left a gaping hole in the political landscape of this country. Unfortunately, it …

 

Secret Reduction of NIS Pension

Secret Reduction of NIS Pension

After forming Unity Workers Union, I went to the National Insurance Department to ensure that we would be operating within the law.  At the same …