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ST. CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS ESTIMATES FOR THE YEAR 2016 VOLUME II FINANCIAL SUMMARY BY MINISTRY ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 FINANCIAL SUMMARY - RECURRENT EXPENDITURE Ministry Number MINISTRY 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 Governor General Parliament Audit Office Justice, Legal Affairs and Communications Office of the Prime Minister National Security International Trade, Industry and Commerce Finance Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services Agriculture, Human Settlement, Cooperatives and Environment Tourism Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport Education Health Youth, Sports and Culture Sustainable Development Foreign Affairs and Aviation Office of the Attorney General Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs 2016 Estimates $ 1,046,209 1,676,810 912,742 10,122,415 40,637,848 47,621,647 3,578,080 166,958,522 7,352,531 8,460,387 22,005,355 20,206,575 69,434,241 46,147,486 6,368,038 5,195,135 18,550,892 11,625,424 1,303,422 TOTAL RECURRENT EXPENDITURE 489,203,759 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 FINANCIAL SUMMARY - CAPITAL EXPENDITURE BY MINISTRY Ministry Number MINISTRY Total Revenue Loan Development Aid ESTIMATES 2016 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 Governor General Parliament Audit Justice, Legal Affairs and Communications Office of the Prime Minister National Security International Trade, Industry and Commerce Finance Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services Agriculture, Human Settlement, Cooperatives and Environment Tourism Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport Education Health Youth, Sports and Culture Sustainable Development Foreign Affairs and Aviation Office of the Attorney General Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs $ 800,000 - - $ $ 800,000 - - 1,060,000 1,860,000 1,230,358 1,189,604 10,404,185 250,000 11,700,000 15,404,185 326,904 11,700,000 6,059,562 1,400,546 4,168,299 1,876,000 5,717,795 4,490,000 22,985,070
 12,985,070 15,606,265 14,900,000 10,450,821 8,494,265 512,115 500,000 9,306,265 3,500,000 8,647,112 6,043,000 512,115 500,000 6,000,000 2,000,000 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - $ - - - 800,000 40,754 5,000,000 76,904 - 4,659,016 2,292,299 1,227,795 10,000,000 6,300,000 11,400,000 1,803,709 2,451,265 0 0 4,000,000 TOTAL CAPITAL EXPENDITURE 126,715,639 76,663,897 0 50,051,742 TABLE OF CONTENTS MINISTRIES Governor General Parliament Audit Office SECTION 01 02 03 Ministry of Justice, Legal Affairs and Communications 04 Office of the Prime Minister Ministry of National Security Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce Ministry of Finance Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services Ministry of Agriculture, Human Settlement, Cooperatives and Environment Ministry of Tourism Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport Ministry of Education Ministry of Health Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture Ministry of Sustainable Development Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Aviation Office of the Attorney General Ministry of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs 05 06 07 08 09 01 - Governor General Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 01 - Governor General Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's
 Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 6 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message There are no Ministerial responsibilities 1.2 Executive Summary The Governor General will continue to carry out the constitutional functions as required to support the strategies of the Government and the people of the Federation including: (1) Appoint the Ministers of Cabinet (2) Host State luncheons, dinners and receptions (3) Attend Ceremonial Parades (4) Appoint members of the Sundry Boards and Commissions, for example, the Boundaries Commission and the Building Board (5) Accept the Letters of Credence of Ambassadors (6) Responsible for the Service Commissions, appointments, disciplining and functioning of the Civil Service and Police Force 1.3 Management Representation Statement On behalf of the office of the Governor General, I present the Annual Report on Plans and Priorities (RPP) for 2016.
The document provides an accurate representation of the Office of the Governor General's plans and priorities for the use of the resources with which it will be provided in 2016 and further into the medium term.

The various programs in the Office of the Governor General were engaged in a comprehensive exercise of strategic planning and collaboration in an effort to arrive at the plans and priorities outlined in this document.
The document is a true reflection of the consensus view of the various personnel in the Office of the Governor General.

It is my view that the document will serve as a very important planning instrument and working guide for the operation of the Office of the Governor General in 2016 and beyond.

This manual will assist in providing strategic direction to the Office of the Governor General and in the end will be used to judge the Office of the Governor General's performance.
Mrs. Sandra Huggins Comptroller of Government House 1 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement To perform all required of the Governor-General as directed by the Constitution of St.Kitts and Nevis.

Firstly, as the representative of the Queen for all purposes of the Government and secondly, as a Federal Officer in discharging certain functions on behalf of the Government of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis.
2 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions The overall objective is to perform all functions required of the Governor General as directed by the Constitution of St. Kitts and Nevis as representative of the Queen for all purposes of the Government and as a Federal officer in discharging certain functions on behalf of the Government of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis.

Host official events as requested by the State.

Represent the Crown at official functions.


2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year There were no major modifications to the overall strategy of the Ministry during the year.

2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives The Governor General will continue to provide protocol services as required by the people of St. Kitts and Nevis to officials and foreign dignitaries.
2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 3 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects (1) Upgrade of Government House 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information 4 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.01 - Represent the Queen Responsibility Centre 01 - Governor General Officer in Charge Governor General Goals/Global Objectives To perform all functions necessary by the Governor General as directed by the Constitution of St.Kitts and Nevis, first as representative of the Queen for all purposes of the Government and second, as a Federal officer in discharging certain functions on behalf of the Government of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis Financial Sum m ary Program m e Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 01001 - Manage General Administration 01001 - Invest in Government House 921 916 Total 1,836 1,021 500 1,521 1,046 800 1,846 1,057 800 1,857 1,069 800 1,869 5 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme E.01 - Represent the Queen 01001 - Manage General Administration Responsibility Centre 01 - Governor General Officer in Charge Governor General Goals/Global Objectives To perform all functions necessary by the Governor General as directed by the Constitution of St.Kitts and Nevis, first as representative of the Queen for all purposes of the Government and second, as a Federal officer in discharging certain functions on behalf of the Government of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis Objective(s) for 2016 1.To represent the Crown at official functions Sub-Programme : Expected Results 163 Performance Indicators Number of official functions presided over 00744 - Represent the Queen in the Federation 00743 - Host Official Events 03296 - Provide Telecommunication Service Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 921 1,021 1,046 1,057 1,069 Total 921 1,021 1,046 1,057 1,069 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 6 Portfolio Programme E.01 - Represent the Queen 01001 - Invest in Government House Responsibility Centre 01 - Governor General Officer in Charge Governor General Goals/Global Objectives To renovate the Governor General's residence and bring the officer's quarters to habitable conditions.
Sub-Programme : 0100110 - Upgrade of Government House 0100112 - To construct the Officer's Quarters 0100113 - To rehabilitate the kitchen - Government House 0100114 - Purchase of Vehicles Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 916 500 800 800 800 Total 916 500 800 800 800 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 7 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 01 GOVERNOR GENERAL Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ 01001 GOVERNOR GENERAL 0100110 Upgrade of Government House - Phase II 3,860,520 800,000 Rehabilitation of Government House - Kitchen Construction of Officer's Quarters Purchase of Vehicles 450,000 658,875 65,000 - - - Revenue Loans $ Development Aid $ Total $ - - - - 800,000 REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE $ - - - - Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding TOTAL 5,034,395 800,000 0 0 800,000 8 02 - Parliament Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 02 - Parliament Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 6 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message There is no ministerial portfolio for Parliament.
1.2 Executive Summary The Parliament of Saint Christopher and Nevis is established under Section 25 of the Constitution Order, 1983, and consists of Her Majesty who is represented by His Excellency the Governor General and a National Assembly.

Generally, Parliament has three (3) core democratic functions, that are; representation, legislation, and oversight.

The Members of Parliament represent the views and interests of the People of Saint Christopher and Nevis.
As it has been aptly said, they are of the people, by the people and for the people.

In terms of legislation, Section 37 of the Constitution empowers Parliament to make laws for the peace, order and good governance of the People of the Federation.

In that context, Parliament is the sole institution through which laws of the Federation are passed, taxes imposed, and public expenditure authorized.
Additionally, Parliamentary oversight refers to the role that Parliament plays in relation to scrutinizing the work of the government.

Parliamentary scrutiny helps to ensure that the Government acts responsibly when managing the affairs of the People, spending public money and generally serving the interests of the People.

1.3 Management Representation Statement I submit for tabling in Parliament, a Report on Plans and Priorities for the Parliament 2016.
To the best of my knowledge, the information accurately portrays the Ministry's mandate, priorities and planned results for the upcoming year.

It is based on accurate departmental information and acceptable management systems.

Mr. Stanley Knight Permanent Secretary (Ag.)

1 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement To exercise the legislative functions of Government as directed by the Constitution of St. Christopher and Nevis.
2 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions • To provide legislative services to the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis.

• To represent the people of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis according to its Constitution.

2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives • To provide support for the Legislature.

• To ensure the timely remuneration of Parliamentarians.

• To provide financial support to the business of Parliament and the Legislature.
2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year There were no major modifications to the overall strategy of the Ministry during the year.

2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives • Refurbishment of the Parliamentary broadcast and information services.

• Remuneration of Parliamentarians.

• Establish an Office for the Leader of the Opposition.
2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives There are no major foreseen challenges to achieving the annual objective.

2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures There was no impact of previous year's achieved results on the current year's planned expenditure.

3 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects Parliament has no Capital Projects for 2016.
2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important - Refurbishment of Broadcast service - Creation of a Parliamentary Website and Information Service - Establishment of an Office for the leader of the Opposition 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Commonwealth Parliamentary Association 4 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.02 - Provide Legislative Services for the Federation Responsibility Centre 02 - Parliam ent Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To exercise the legislative functions of the Government as directed by the Constitution of St. Kitts and Nevis Financial Sum m ary Program m e 02011 Provide Administrative and Support Services for Parliament 00964 Remunerate Members of Parliament 01484 Support the Office of the Leader of the Opposition Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 360 320 321 322 322 1,404 33 1,286 45 1,286 70 1,299 70 1,313 71 Total 1,797 1,652 1,677 1,692 1,707 5 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme E.02 - Provide Legislative Services for the Federation 02011 Provide Administrative and Support Services for Parliament Responsibility Centre 02 - Parliament Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To exercise the legislative functions of the Government as directed by the Constitution of St. Kitts and Nevis Objective(s) for 2016 1.To have an average of at least one sitting of the Assembly per month Sub-Programme : Expected Results 12 Performance Indicators Number of sittings of the House for the year.
00963 Provide Admin support for legislature 01842 Participation in Regional and International Organizations Invest in the Parliament Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 325 35 279 41 280 41 281 41 281 41 Total 360 320 321 322 322 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 6 Portfolio Programme E.02 - Provide Legislative Services for the Federation 00964 Remunerate Members of Parliament Responsibility Centre 02 - Parliament Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To ensure that the members of the legislative council are remunerated in a timely manner Objective(s) for 2016 1.To ensure that parlimentarians are remunerated in a timely manner Expected Results 12 Performance Indicators Number of monthly payments made for remunerations Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 1,404 1,286 1,286 1,299 1,313 Total 1,404 1,286 1,286 1,299 1,313 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 7 Portfolio Programme E.02 - Provide Legislative Services for the Federation 01484 Support the Office of the Leader of the Opposition Responsibility Centre 02 - Parliament Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To provide office accommodations and support staff for the leader of the opposition so as to facilitate the legislative process Objective(s) for 2016 1.To ensure that the Leader of the Opposition's Office is staffed and adequately provided for Expected Results 12 Performance Indicators Number of months wages, rent and sundry expenses are paid Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 33 45 70 70 71 Total 33 45 70 70 71 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 8 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 02 PARLIAMENT Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ 02011 PARLIAMENT 0201110 Digital Recording System 72,900 - $ $ $ - Estimated Expenditure 2016 Revenue Loans Development Aid Total Source of Funding $ - - EUROPEAN UNION (EU) TOTAL 72,900 0 0 - 9 03 - Audit Office Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 03 - Audit Office Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 5 5 5 5 5 6 7 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message There is no ministerial portfolio for Audit Office 1.2 Executive Summary The Constitution and Audit Act mandate that the National Audit Office (NAO) reports annually to Parliament, the stewardship of the Executive.
However, at this point in time, the Audit Act is under review.

The National Audit Office intends to establish an Information Technology Unit within the Office.

To that end, two (2) senior officers are receiving training in IT audit sponsored by the INTOSAI Development Initiative (IDI).

This should result in a higher quality of audits in all aspects.

In order to continue to build capacity within the National Audit Office, training will be given top priority.
Training opportunities may be local, regional or international all in an effort to have professional staff that are qualified and to enhance the quality of audits produced.

Over time, the profile of the National Audit Office will also be raised.

The National Audit Offfice is a registered member of the Caribbean Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (CAROSAI) and its parent body, the International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI).
The National Audit Office will continue to fulfill its obligations to these organizations by serving on committees, attending congresses and assist in formulating policies and the development of standards as it relates to the auditing and accounting professions.

1.3 Management Representation Statement On behalf of the National Audit Office, I present the Annual Report on Plans and Priorities (RPP) for 2016.
The document provides an accurate representation of the National Audit Office's plans and priorities for the use of the resources with which it will be provided in the current year and further into the medium term.

The various programs in the National Audit Office were engaged in a comprehensive exercise of strategic planning and collaboration in an effort to arrive at the plans and priorities outlined in this document.
The document is a true reflection of the consensus view of the various personnel in the National Audit Office.

It is my view that the document will serve as a very important planning instrument and working guide for the operation of the National Audit Office well into the future.

This manual will assist in providing strategic direction to the National Audit Office and in the end will be used to judge the National Audit Office's performance.
Mr. Wesley D. Galloway Director of Audit 1 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement To report to Parliament and the Public on the financial out-turn and the economic, efficient and effective utilization of resources and processes to ensure proper accountability.

2 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions Government has articulated its commitment to good governance, transparency and improved accountability.
The Audit Office is also committed to making its contribution towards attaining these objectives.

The National Audit Office will continue on the path of program reviews and management audits by enhancing such activities by the use of Information Technology.

2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives The primary objective of the Audit Office is to report to Parliament on its financial audit of the Government's fiscal performance.
This objective is attained each year with reports to both the Federal Parliament and the Nevis Island Assembly.

The strategic objectives include improving the quality of reports and capacity development through training and technical assistance.

2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year There were no major modifications to the overall strategy of the National Audit Office during the year.
2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives In terms of the financial and compliance audits, the National Audit Office is up-to-date with its reports to Parliament.

At the same time, the Department would also like to complete the work and report on the 2015 accounts for the Federal Government and complete the 2012-2015 accounts of the Nevis Island Administration.
The National Audit Office continues to honour its obligations to the Regional and International organizations (CAROSAI and INTOSAI) by its involvement in congresses, working groups, task forces and other research and survey activities.

The National Audit Office is committed to conducting at least two program reviews during the course of the year.
2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives The Public Accounts Committee is a vital component of the accountability process and its dormancy continues to significantly impact our effectiveness.

In addition, because of external control of human resources, the National Audit Office has not been able to position and recruit staff as desired.

The effect is low morale and lack of motivation.


2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 3 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 4 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects The Audit Office has no major Capital Projects.

2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects The Audit Office has no major Government Projects.
2.4 Transfer Payment Information The Audit Office makes annual contributions to CAROSAI and INTOSAI.
5 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.03 - Audit the Public Accounts Responsibility Centre 03 - Audit Office Officer in Charge Director of Audit Goals/Global Objectives To report to Parliament and the Public on the financial out-turn and the economic, efficient and effective utilisation of resources and processes to ensure proper accountability Financial Sum m ary Program m e Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 03021- Provide Administrative, Logistics and Operations Support 03022- Conduct Audits on Government Operations Total 106 572 678 210 666 875 217 695 913 221 709 929 224 722 946 6 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.03 - Audit the Public Accounts 03021- Provide Administrative, Logistics and Operations Support 03 - Audit Office 021 Administration Division Officer in Charge Deputy Director Goals/Global Objectives To provide direction and administrative support for the office of the Director of Audit Objective(s) for 2016 1.To take advantage of the workshops and training opportunities presented to build the capacity of the department Sub-Programme : Expected Results 100% Performance Indicators Percentage of training opportunities taken 00987 Manage the operations of the Audit Office 00988 Associate with Regional and International Organisations 0302110-Purchase Office Equipment 03021-Manage General Administration Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 103 206 213 217 220 4 4 4 4 4 Total 106 210 217 221 224 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 7 Portfolio Programme E.03 - Audit the Public Accounts 03022- Conduct Audits on Government Operations Responsibility Centre 03 - Audit Office 022 Audit Division Officer in Charge Director of Audit Goals/Global Objectives To conduct Value for Money Audits and Financial and Compliance Audits on Government operations to ensure due regard is paid to obtaining value for money and effective stewardship over public resources and to ensure compliance with financial and other regulations.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To Conduct special audits on government operations and interests 2.To Report on the 2014 annual Accounts of government Sub-Programme : Expected Results 3 September, 2016 Performance Indicators Number of special audits conducted Date the Audit Report is presented 00991 Conduct VFM and Programme Audits 00990 Conduct Financial and Compliance Audits Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 572 666 695 709 722 Total 572 666 695 709 722 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 8 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 03 AUDIT Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ 03021 AUDIT Purchase of Office Equipment 47,750 - Estimated Expenditure 2016 Revenue Loans Development Total Source of Funding $ $ - Aid $ $ - - REVENUE TOTAL 47,750 0 0 0 0 9 04 - Ministry of Justice, Legal Affairs and Communications Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 04 - Ministry of Justice, Legal Affairs and Communications Table of Contents Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary Page 1 1 3 4 5 6 6 7 7 7 8 8 9 9 10 11 11 11 11 11 13 14 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message Justice and Legal Affairs The Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs is committed to its mandate to serve the people and Government of Saint Christopher and Nevis within the confines and by the authority of the Constitution and Laws of the Federation so that the fundamental rights and freedoms of all citizens may be protected.
The proper management and working of a Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs demands that such a Ministry must be equipped with the necessary financial and human resources to enable it to fulfil its obligations to the people and the Nation as a whole.

In that vein, the goals or objectives of the said Ministry for the year 2016 are herein outlined in this very brief overview.

These goals and objectives would inform the fiscal requirements for the upcoming year.
In terms of areas for general reform, for the peace, order and good government of the Federation, it is anticipated that the Ministry would embark upon several initiatives including the following: • Establishing a separate land registry as part of the strategy to increase efficiency in the processing of lands.

This undertaking should help increase the ease of doing business in the Federation.

• Establishing an additional criminal court to address the current backlog of criminal matters.
It is expected that once the said backlog is addressed that a similar exercise would be undertaken by the court in respect of civil matters.

• The establishment of a proper administrative system to respond to request for information effectively.

In pursuance of this initiative the Freedom of Information Bill was introduced in the National Assembly and, it is hoped, that it will be the subject of a national consultation process in the upcoming year.
• Similarly, the enactment of data protection laws has been underscored as a priority area which is typically closely connected to freedom of information regimes.

• The enactment of corruption prevention laws, in keeping with the United Nations Convention Against Corruption.

In that regard, it is proposed that there would also be a review of the Integrity in Public Life Act to ensure it is in keeping with our aspiration towards the promotion of transparency and accountability in government.
• Work will continue on our citizenship by investment laws to strengthen the current framework and thus provide added stability both on the domestic and international sphere.

• Establishing a proper file management system for the Courts to bolster the effective administration of justice.

• Adding research assistants or counsel to assist the judiciary to expedite the processing of court matters.

• Establishing a capped fee schedule for court appointed attorneys.
• Increasing the staff capacity of the Legal Aid Clinic.

• Revisiting the legal provisions in relation to the tenure of office of the Prime Minister.

The Ministry recognizes that this is indeed an ambitious agenda for the 2016 fiscal year.

However, the preservation of democracy must embrace an ethos of constant development and the promotion of the rule of law.

To preserve such elements it is imperative that adequate resources must be allocated to achieve these worthy ends.
I am confident that through a conservative policy of appropriation and intelligent control of our expenditures, we will not only maintain a balanced budget but also obtain the maximum economy consistent with efficiency in the public service.

1 Communications As Minister responsible for Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), I am pleased to outline a number of new investments that underscore the government's ongoing commitment to the nation's digital economy of tomorrow.
Even amongst fiscal challenges, the federal government recognizes that our country's future prosperity depends, in part, on our collective capacity to innovate and compete.

In 2015, a considerable amount of effort was committed to the examination of government networks, service level agreements and the configuration, integration and management of applications.
A series of research efforts, that sought to analyze the state-of-play of the national ICT development posture as well as determine the progress towards ICT goals and objectives, established largely under the now expired National ICT Strategic Plan, 2006 - 2011, were reviewed.
The ICT assessment included research conducted via the World Bank/CDB funded OECS Electronic Government for Regional Integration Project (EGRIP) during the period June 2012 to December 2013 by PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and KPMG as well as supplementary research conducted by the Department of Information Technology during the period April to September 2015.

Of note, the findings revealed that: 1.


The current government enterprise architecture maturity is low and that there is need to identify, define, document and adopt an architecture vision and principles to realize a whole-of- government ICT vision.

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The level of Government-to-Citizen (G2C), Government-to-Business (G2B) and Government- to-Government (G2G) service automation is low.

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There is a lack of an enterprise application integration strategy.

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There is a lack of a comprehensive policy on information security management and business continuity.

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There is a lack of formal change management and asset management processes.

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There is a need for a centrally managed, consolidated and standardized approach to procurement of ICT.

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There is no formal enterprise governance process or standards monitoring and compliance.

In 2015, the Department of Technology also collaborated on a number of projects.
Worthy of mention is the system design, development, implementation and training expertise provided by the e-Government Unit in support of the Citizenship by Investment Application Management System (CAMS).

CAMS is a web-based integrated secure software application that enables Service Providers to submit applications for Citizenship by Investment to the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) electronically.
This enables the CIU to process applications faster, better preserve the confidentiality of client information, and manage the entire application process from the point of submission by the Service Provider to archiving.

It has real time reporting capabilities for financial, summary, system and general information about the applications.
The Department also continued its collaboration with the Government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the International Cooperation and Development Fund (ICDF) in the provision of technical and project management expertise towards further enhancement of the Hospital Information System - Phase II.

Technical guidance was also provided to the Intellectual Property Office in the installation and implementation of the Industrial Property Automation System (IPAS).
Further upgrades of the government Voice-Over-IP (VOIP) system also continued in 2015, with enhancements made to the JNF General Hospital, Ministry of Agriculture and the Intellectual Property Office.

2 Since the adoption of the National ICT Strategic plan, 2006 - 2011, there has been a need to comprehensively determine national ICT uptake and impact.
In this regard, the new initiatives for 2016 will seek to address identified research gaps as well as add ICT reform efforts in support of the new 2015 - 2020 global sustainable development agenda.

The implementation of the cabinet approved National Information Communication Technology (ICT) Governance Strengthening Initiative, to drive the whole-of-government management of ICTs within the public service, will commence in 2016.

This project will establish the following governance structures: 1.
The National ICT Governance Board to provide whole-of-government strategic leadership and governance of public service ICT initiatives and policies.

The board will also be responsible to guide ICT investment priorities, as well as ensure alignment with national, regional and international development goals.

2.

The National ICT Society to facilitate information sharing between the public, private and civil spheres of society, specifically to obtain input on national ICT issues.

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3.

The Office of Information and Communication Technology, the replacement of the restructured and regularized Department of Technology, to be the primary, coordinating, implementing, and administrative agency of all whole-of-government ICT initiatives.

Work to strengthen the government enterprise platform, on which to deploy and manage sustainable technologies will also be prioritized in 2016.
To ensure access to cost-effective, modern and well-maintained technology, the government will incorporate the ICT-as-a service model to complement the ICT equipment on premises model.

The aim will be a public service that uses ICT's to better share information between ministries/department/agencies and the community while maintaining appropriate information security and privacy of individuals.

Renovation of the National ICT Center will continue and is scheduled to be completed by the 1st quarter of 2016.
Its completion will strengthen the ministry's ability to provide secure data center services for core government applications and web portals, business incubator services and provide training and certification services.

With a strong emphasis on improving government service delivery, the government will focus on the following areas of reform: 1. improving customer experience of government services 2. open data and open information 3. information security and privacy of individuals 4.
Cybersecurity Awareness & Creation of CIRT 5.

ICT as a service 6.

Transactional e-Services for Citizens, Businesses, Visitors and Diaspora 7.

ICT innovation 8.
ICT innovation 8.

Encourage greater uptake of ICT in Private Sector such as e-Commerce 9. a digitally literate and competent workforce The Ministry of Communications therefore embraces the new economic year with increased expectancy for improved service delivery and operational efficiency through the implementation of the new initiatives that will help realize the digital transformation of our economy.

Hon.
Hon.

Vincent Byron Attorney General, Minister of Justice, Legal Affairs & Communications 3 1.2 Executive Summary Justice and Legal Affairs The Ministry will advise and represent the government of St. Kitts and Nevis and serve the people of the Federation within the confines and by the authority of the Laws and Constitution of the Federation so that the fundamental rights and freedoms of all citizens may be protected.
A new vision for governance begins with a framework of peace, unity and justice for all and the contributions of this Ministry in delivering timely and evenhanded justice are integral to this vision.
Also, effective governance can only be achieved through the modernizing of processes at the many departments within the Ministry; the overall index of ease of doing business will be improved through efficient restructuring and management of the many processes through which the legal department serves the public.
We must increase the capacity of the court system; it is therefore the mission to take actions to reduce the backlog of cases at both the High Court and the Magistrates court by twenty five percent during the next fiscal year.

The addition of a second High Court and the establishment of additional magistrate courts will be achieved in 2016.
Additionally, the High Court Judges' staffs will be expanded to include the role of legal researchers in order to improve both capacity and efficiency of the court system.

The opening of a new land registry is essential to the ease with which individuals do business in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis.

The separation of the Land and High Court Registries will bring greater efficiency and effectiveness to each of those departments.
The creation of a proper digital network and electronic document and file management within the legal department is ongoing.

We have established the basis of a document sharing platform and hope to add to this a digital file management system that will make the department "greener" and more efficient.

In keeping with the theme of greater effectiveness the Ministry is adding an additional counsel to the legal aid department.
This allows for increased fluidity in ensuring that the service reaches all for whom it is intended.

The Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs continues to look to the future in the manner in which legal services are offered to the government and the public at large.

The establishment of digital online service applications is important to increasing our effectiveness in serving our clientele.
In the same vein the movement on the "Halls of Justice" project and the Justice and Legal review is essential to the overall modernisation of the Ministry's architecture.

It is with this vision that we will initiate the implementation of these projects in 2016.

Communications The revised mandate of the Office of Information and Communication Technology is to implement the policy directives and whole-of-government ICT initiatives agreed to by the National ICT Governance Board.
The ICT reform efforts will broadly seek to monitor and measure national progress towards the reduction of the digital divide and the overall advancement towards knowledge society and knowledge economy development, through strategic policy and legislation planning and public engagement initiatives.

The Government of Saint Kitts & Nevis and private sector enterprises have sought to leverage 4 ICTs in effort to improve information management capabilities.
The aim of most government-led ICT initiatives is to improve operational efficiency, encourage stakeholder engagement, and promote social and economic development.

However, to date, there is a lack of documented evidence of the impact of ICT investments on social and economic development, efficiency, and citizen engagement.
In an effort to address this gap the Office of Information and Communication Technology will seek to provide the relevant statistics, policy and assessment frameworks to adequately gauge knowledge society and economy development.
The programmes for knowledge economy development therefore would be centered on specific objectives which would include, but are not limited to: Collaboration with ministries and departments to strengthen confidentiality, integrity and availability of information via international ICT standards The assessment of ICT indicators regarding the utilization and impact of ICTs in SMEs and households via surveys.
The proposed indicators to be measured will include, ICT Economics, ICT Infrastructure readiness, ICT Usage in businesses, ICT penetration in households, ICT manpower, ICT in Education, E-Government maturity, Community Access & ICT Culture Promotion, ICT in Health and Child online safety.

These programmes will seek to ensure that national commitments towards World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) goals are adequately supported.
1.3 Management Representation Statement Justice and Legal Affairs I submit for tabling in Parliament, a Report on Plans and Priorities for the Ministry of Justice, Legal Affairs and Communications for 2016.

To the best of my knowledge the information accurately portrays the Ministry's mandate, priorities and planned results for the upcoming year.

It is based on accurate departmental information and acceptable management systems.
Communications On behalf of the Ministry of Communications, I present the Annual Report on Plans and Priorities for 2016.

The ministry engaged in a series of consultations in order to arrive at the plans and priorities outlined in this document.

It reflects the consensus view of various ICT stakeholders.

The document will serve as an important planning instrument and guide to monitor proposed outputs, outcomes and impacts.

Mr. Stanley Knight Permanent Secretary (Ag.)


5 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement Justice and Legal Affairs The Ministry will advise and represent the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis and to serve the people of the Federation within the confines and authority of the Constitution and Laws of the Federation so that the fundamental human rights and freedom of all citizens may be protected.
Communications To enable an innovative public service that enables citizen empowerment through improved empirical data analysis, green technologies and global information security standards.

6 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions Justice and Legal Affairs The Ministry endeavours to achieve the following broad strategic objectives 1.

The separation of the land and high court registries.

2.
2.

Create greater efficiencies and effectiveness in the systems of Justice.

3.

Promote digital efficiencies within the Ministry.

4.

Strengthen the Legal Aid Clinic 5.

Introduce appropriate legislation to ensure the Mandate of the fairness is promoted 6.

Construction of a new court complex 7.


Expand the work of the Intellectual Property Office Communications The strengthening and expansion of our ICT sector, remain paramount to the digital transformation of our economy and knowledge empowerment of our citizens.

In this regard, the Government ICT policy position includes: 1.

Enhanced legislation and policy framework 2.

Improved information Availability, Integrity and Confidentiality 3.

Reduced Skill Gaps 4.


Improved governance and modernize government services 5.

Improved public-private partnerships 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives Justice and Legal Affairs 1.

Open a separate land registry.

2.

Establish an additional high court.

3.

Build a Ministry document handling and digital network.

4.

Establish online digital applications for processes carried out by the Ministry.

5.

Increase support to high court judges through the use of legal researchers.

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6.

Establish billing procedures and fixed fee structures for court appointed counsel.

7.

Increase the staff at the Legal Aid Clinic.

8.

Establish additional magistrate courtrooms.

9.

Expand the work of the Intellectual Property Office to include online automated and copyright systems.

10.

Execute quarterly staff training and development.

11.

Relocate the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution.

12.

Initiate the planning cycle for the "Halls of Justice Project."

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13.

Introduce legislation with respect to: a.

The establishment of a separate land registry.

b.

Enactment of The Freedom of Information Bill c. Ratification of the United Nations Convention against Corruption and the National Integrity in Public Life.

d. Provisions in relation to tenure of Office of the Prime Minister.

7 e. Strengthening the Citizenship by Investment Act Communications The citizen-centric annual objectives include: 1.
To provide access to cost-effective and secure services when and where needed by nationals through the delivery channel of their choice 2.

To engage citizens as stakeholders rather than customers of multiple MDAs (ministries/departments/agency) The public-service-centric annual objectives include: 1.

To focus on leveraging ICT service channels to engage citizens online 2.
To partner with private sector and Non Government Organizations (NGOs) to implement innovative digital services that generate public value 3.

To utilize pooled procurement to obtain ICT services from the market 4.

To enable ICT investments that are implemented in a staged and risk-managed way that leverages piloting and delivers early benefits The private-sector-centric annual objectives include: 1.

To provide open government data to stimulate business opportunities 2.
To establish engagement models to foster public-private partnerships 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year Justice and Legal Affairs 1.

Investigating alternative spaces for Magistrate Courtrooms.

2.

Establishment of appropriate residence for a second resident judge on St. Kitts.

3.

Collaborate with Department of Technology to create legislation filing software to strengthen and speed the work of the Legal Drafting Department.

4.
4.

Training of officers in the use of the new email platform and editable shared document platforms.

Communications A new comprehensive Digital Innovation Strategy and action plan will be developed to guide the national ICT development agenda for the 2016 - 2020 global sustainable development period.

2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives Justice and Legal Affairs 1.

The opening of the new land registry.

2.

The establishment of a second high court.

3.


The introduction of technology solutions to the Ministry.

4.

Focus on greater fiscal prudence.

5.

Measurement reporting to ensure real time data for decision making.

8 Communications 1.

Measure national ICT development via surveys to determine national ICT usage and skill gaps in businesses 2.

Facilitate and provide professional development training to equip staff with emerging skills, knowledge and attitudes 3.
Strengthen ICT development partner relationship with the Government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the International Cooperation and Development Fund (ICDF) 4.

Re-establish business incubator services to foster ICT entrepreneurial development 5.

Re-establish the Pearson-Vue certification center to facilitate ICT capacity building 6.

Conduct Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SME) ICT for Business and Cyber-Safety workshops 7.

Conduct ICT in Business awards program 8.


Conduct ICT in Schools awards program 9.

Perform Public Sector consultations to raise awareness of Information Security 10.

Conduct ICT training for civil servants to increase ICT competencies 11.

Organize network management training workshops 12.

Standardized all ICT service level agreements 13.

Document the GOSKN IT Enterprise Architecture 14.

Launch the new Government Portal with transactional e-services 15.
Conduct information security risk and treatment assessments 16.

Continue research regarding the further adoption of ICT-as-a-service to improve service delivery and strengthen information availability, integrity and confidentiality 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives Justice and legal Affairs 1.

Resistance to change of institutional culture and structure.

2.

Lack of adequate and appropriate physical space required to meet objectives.

3.

Inadequacy of existing Judge's residences.


Communications 1.

Poor network infrastructure 2.

High incidence of improper use of government information technology assets 3.

Limited financial resources 4.

Retention of skilled and committed staff 5.
Lack of collaboration with other IT units within the public service 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon Justice and Legal Affairs The long term vision of the Ministry includes the building of the Halls of Justice, adding appropriate support staff to the department such as paralegals, restructuring the court system to ensure swift and fair justice and creating a modern department which responds to the request of the general public and other government departments in a swift and efficient manner.
The goals and objectives for the 2016 fiscal year sets the foundation for this growth.

The long term objectives will allow the dispensation of matters within a reasonable time frame of 9 receiving such.

Communications 1.

Improved digital literacy 2.

Increased national ICT investment 3.

Impactful public-private partnerships 4.


Enhanced ease of doing business as a result of technological efficiency 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures Communications Provision for the upgrade of telecommunications equipment is considered an on-going initiative and adequate provision must be made each year.
10 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects Justice and Legal Affairs • Rehabilitation of the Judicial Complex Communications • • • Refurbishment of National ICT Centre Project Voice Over IP Upgrade Project Government of St. Kitts and Nevis (GOSKN) Enterprise Architecture Strengthening 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important Justice and Legal Affairs • Initiation of the Halls of Justice Project • Upgrade of the court reporting capacity.
• The migration of the Intellectual Property Automation System, IPAS, to an online system and the addition of copyright processing.

• Electronic documentation, file management and automation of the Ministry's processes.

Communications • Hospital Information Systems Project - Phase II 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects Justice and Legal Affairs • Purchase of the Judge's Residence has been completed.
Communications • Enhancement to the PBX systems of the Police and JNF Hospital 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Justice and Legal Affairs Contributions were made to the following Regional and International Organization - 1.

Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court 2.

World Intellectual Property Office 3. International Criminal Court 11 Communications Contributions/dues were made to the following Regional and International Organizations: 1. International Telecommunications Union (ITU) 2.
Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) 12 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.04 - Facilitate Justice and M anage the Country's Legal Affairs Responsibility Centre 04 - M inistry of Justice, Legal Affairs and Com m unications Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To provide legal advice to the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis within the confines of the authority of the laws of St. Kitts and Nevis and the constitution or order to endure that fundamental rights and freedom of all citizens are protected.
Financial Sum m ary Program m e Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 04089- Provide Telecommunications Services and IT Support 04031 Administer Justice and Legal Affairs 04033 Provide Legal Services to the Public 04031 Provide Legal Services to the Government 04034 Manage Office of the Ombudsman 04059 Register Legal Documents 04060 Support the Judiciary Total 10,832 12,586 11,982 12,086 12,192 13 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.04 - Facilitate Justice and Manage the Country's Legal Affairs 04089- Provide Telecommunications Services and IT Support 04 - Ministry of Justice, Legal Affairs and Communications 089 Communications 089 Technology Department Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To provide cost efficient and timely Information Technology support and training for the Public Service.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To assess and deploy E-government services and ICT Governance framework 2.To enact and amend new and existing ICT policy and legislation, respectively 3.To provide National ICT sensitization and capacity building programmes 4.To provide training sessions to improve the ICT skills on the development and use of applications 5.To strengthen communications infrastructure in broadband cost reduction, government network (fibre links, GHQ rewiring) and Voice Over IP (VOIP) Sub-Programme : Expected Results September 2016 5 5 2 March 2016 October 2016 Performance Indicators Date to deploy ICT Governance framework Number of E-government systems to assess Number of Policies Number of legislative works Timeframe to commence activities and programmes Timeframe to assess and complete all training sessions July 2016 Timeframe to deliver broadband reduction strategy and GWAN business plan/project plan and VOIP system 00847 Information Technology Support and Training 02049 Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) 00843 Administer Telecommunication Services 04089- Invest in ICT 089 -Contribute to Regional and International Organisations 14 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 2,007 458 100 (in thousands) 2,185 875 140 2,229 1,460 140 2,259 1,460 140 2,289 1,460 140 Total 2,565 3,200 3,829 3,859 3,889 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 15 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.04 - Facilitate Justice and Manage the Country's Legal Affairs 04031 Administer Justice and Legal Affairs 04 - Ministry of Justice, Legal Affairs and Communications 031 Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To manage administration of the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs.
Sub-Programme : 01205 Manage General Administration 04031-Manage Telecommunication Service Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 1,172 865 889 900 911 Total 1,172 865 889 900 911 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 16 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.04 - Facilitate Justice and Manage the Country's Legal Affairs 04033 Provide Legal Services to the Public 04 - Ministry of Justice, Legal Affairs and Communications 031 Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To ensure fairness in the justice system by providing persons without means with adequate legal representation.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To Increase access to and participation in Legal Aid services Sub-Programme : 01410 Provide legal assistance to the public Expected Results 72 75% Performance Indicators The number of visits to rural communities Percentage increase in overall clients Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 231 271 341 346 351 Total 231 271 341 346 351 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 17 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.04 - Facilitate Justice and Manage the Country's Legal Affairs 04031 Provide Legal Services to the Government 04 - Ministry of Justice, Legal Affairs and Communications 031 Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To provide legal advice, represent the Government in civil litigation and to institute and prosecute criminal cases to ensure an accessible and fair justice system Expected Results 1 4 Performance Indicators The average time in months between request for drafts and provision of a draft bill Provide tools and training to increase filing of legislation.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To increase efficiency in the drafting of legislation Sub-Programme : 01235 Provide drafting services 01233 Prosecute offenders of the law 04031- Invest in Legal Services 03987 Law Commission Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 387 1,078 831 2,550 852 400 860 400 869 400 Total 1,464 3,381 1,252 1,260 1,269 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 18 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.04 - Facilitate Justice and Manage the Country's Legal Affairs 04034 Manage Office of the Ombudsman 04 - Ministry of Justice, Legal Affairs and Communications 034 Office of the Ombudsman Officer in Charge Ombudsman Goals/Global Objectives Protect and enforce the rights of citizens under the Constitution.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To investigate all complaints in an independent, impartial and thorough manner Sub-Programme : Expected Results 100% 4 Performance Indicators Percentage of complaints investigated and resolved File reports in accordance with Ombudsman Act Cap 3.22 01242 Protect and Enforce the Rights of Citizens Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 101 107 112 114 116 Total 101 107 112 114 116 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 19 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.04 - Facilitate Justice and Manage the Country's Legal Affairs 04059 Register Legal Documents 04 - Ministry of Justice, Legal Affairs and Communications 031 Permanent Secretary's Office 059 Registrar's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To register and process all legal documents for the public Objective(s) for 2016 1.To create a separate Land Registry 2.To process and register all documents in a timely manner 3.To provide representation for persons without means of obtaining their own defense against a capital charge.
Sub-Programme : Expected Results Less than 100 1 week 100% Performance Indicators To decrease the country's rank in doing business in property matters.
Average time to process and register a legal document Percentage of persons without means that are represented 01420 Provide representation for murder accused 01582 Register Intellectual Property 01257 Register Property and Other Legal Documents 01247 Provide administrative support to the High Court 01583 - Support Registry of Lands and Properties Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 2,112 2,046 2,793 2,820 2,848 Total 2,112 2,046 2,793 2,820 2,848 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 20 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.04 - Facilitate Justice and Manage the Country's Legal Affairs 04060 Support the Judiciary 04 - Ministry of Justice, Legal Affairs and Communications 031 Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To ensure the delivery of justice independently by competent officers in a prompt, just, efficient and effective manner Objective(s) for 2016 1.To reduce the backlog of warrants served Sub-Programme : Expected Results 20% Performance Indicators Percentage reduction in pending cases before the courts 01370 Provide administrative support to the Magistrate's Court 01250 Record court activities 04031- Invest in the Courts 01870 Participation in Regional and International Organizations 01868 Participation in Regional and International Organizations Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 2,071 1,114 1,155 1,172 1,189 1,116 1,603 1,612 1,616 1,620 Total 3,187 2,717 2,767 2,788 2,809 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 21 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 04 MINISTRY OF JUSTICE, LEGAL AFFAIRS AND COMMUNICATIONS Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ 04031 ADMINISTRATION 0403111 Rehabilitation of the Judicial Complex 1,274,236 400,000 04089 COMMUNICATIONS 1508913 Upgrade IP-PBX Project 1508914 0408916 Refurbishment of National ICT Centre GoSKN Enterprise Architecture Strengthening 310,000 310,000 1,364,594 100,000 250,000 250,000 Purchase of Judges' Residence Intellectual Property Automation Law Library Document and File Management System Purchase of Vehicle Law Revision Project Upgrade Judicial Complex Network Upgrade of Court Reporting Systems Judicial Enforcement Management System 4,000,000 300,000 150,000 22,140 65,000 1,000,000 72,803 97,808 41,637 - - - - - - - - - Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding Revenue Loans $ Development Aid $ Total $ - 400,000 REVENUE - 310,000 REVENUE 800,000 - 900,000 REVENUE / REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN (ROC) 250,000 - - - - - - - - - REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - TOTAL 8,948,218 1,060,000 0 800,000 1,860,000 22 05 - Office of the Prime Minister Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 05 - Office of the Prime Minister Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 2 4 3 5 5 6 6 7 7 7 7 8 8 9 9 9 9 9 10 11 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message The year 2015 has been a challenging year for the New Administration as much time and energy were expended in taking the Country through a transitionary period.
I express sincerest appreciation to all the dedicated and professional civil servants who placed the Country above themselves and despite the change in government worked diligently to ensure that the business of government continued successfully.

The Office of the Prime Minister would provide leadership in reforming the Public Service to make it more efficient and responsive to the developmental needs of the Federation.
The anticipated improvement in efficiency is expected to filter to all government departments and ministries.

As such, I submit that no effort will be spared to ensure that during the year all departments realize increased productivity and enhanced efficiency.

The Human Resource Management Department will implement the recommendations of the World Bank funded Modernization Project as they relate to improving the operations of that department.
In 2016, it is important that we continue to create an investment climate that is conducive to attracting increased Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) as this is essential in creating quality employment for our citizens and residents.

To this end, a more targeted approach will be undertaken by the St. Kitts Investment Promotion Agency (SKIPA) to ensure that the country attracts the type of investment that will create quality jobs for our citizens and residents.
During 2016, this department is expected to attract a significant amount of Foreign Direct Investment.

The Citizenship By Investment (CBI) programme continues to be a vehicle that contributes significantly to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and provides much needed resources for the development of the physical and social infrastructure of the Federation.

Recognizing this, the Government would continue with the reforms and provision of the necessary resources to ensure that competiveness is maintained.
During 2016, the rebranding and enhancement of this programme will continue.

This coupled with the implementation of the new Case Management System, which will drastically reduce processing time and assist in regaining confidence in the Programme.

The Office of the Prime Minister will redouble its efforts to restore the integrity and reputation of the programme and enable it to stay ahead of the competition.

Development of the skills set of our people is a top priority of my Unity Government.
Our people must have the capacity to meet the developmental needs of the Federation.

This would allow them to take advantage of opportunities and the jobs created as the economy develops and expands.

The People Employment Programme will be restructured to do just this.
An Oversight Team was established to advise government on the way forward for the programme as it relates to training, social and economic development of the trainees, the management of the programme and transitioning to other areas of employment.

It is expected that as a result of this, a significant number of persons would find permanent employment and ultimately reduce the burden on the Federation's limited resources.

Dr.

The Hon.
Dr.

The Hon.

Timothy Harris Prime Minister 1 1.2 Executive Summary The Government of National Unity upon assuming office immediately set to work to ensure that economic stability was maintained and sustained.

The transition was far from seamless.

However, to those public servants who exhibited professionalism, commendation and gratitude are extended.
The fiscal position of the Government had to be protected in order to meet the continued scrutiny of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) whose review was upcoming in June of this year, 2015.

Fiscal prudence was maintained and unnecessary expenditure has been curtailed.
The vision of this new Administration is to grant a fair share for all, to provide prosperity for all, and equally important, to ensure the safety and security of our citizens, residents and visitors.Several measures have been employed to achieve these goals and objectives.
These include, but are not limited to (a) training and transforming the Public Sector; (b) re-assessing and re-calibrating the Citizenship by Investment Programme; (c) attracting to our shores of Foreign Direct Investments and (d) the pro-actively engaging our Security Forces to serve and protect within our communities.

During 2015, the Human Resource Management Department (HRMD) concentrated on two main activities associated with the World Bank Modernisation Project.
These were the Functional Reviews of four (4) pilot Ministries namely Public Works, Education, Health and the HRMD.

The Projects are now being completed, and after careful review the recommendations will be analysed to determine the best way forward.

Any deficiencies revealed in key areas will be addressed in the medium to long term.

This must, of course, be done within the constraints of the present financial situation of the Government.
For 2016, the HRMD will undertake other tasks and projects that will allow the department to increase capacity with regards to planning, training, and motivating employees.

The Department also intends to concentrate on training for mid-to-upper level management staff in areas that will enrich their skills sets and enhance their capacities.

This investment is being done in part to develop their effectiveness and their response capabilities.
It is also expected that this department will be better placed to anticipate Ministerial requirements and the needs of officers under the ministry's purview.

More focus will be on the management of human capital so it is imperative that alliances continue to be forged with strategic partners within and without the Government Service.

The Department will remain steadfast in its commitment to improve communication and collaboration as it strives for efficiency and increased output across Ministries.
In the ensuing year, every effort would be made to take advantage of opportunities for advancing the interests of the Federation at all levels and in all fora.

The St. Kitts Investment Promotion Agency (SKIPA) continues to function as a driving mechanism for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to the Federation.

The Agency's marketing strategies are bearing fruit as can be seen in the over EC $5 billion FDI facilitated to date.
It is anticipated that in the coming year eight (8) new projects would come on stream.The final phase and conclusion of the MACEE Project will be realized in 2016.

The figure for job creation facilitated by the Agency is well over 5000, and with the level of promotion and marketing envisaged for 2016 this figure is expected to increase dramatically.
The Citizenship by Investment Programme (CBI), though a major contributor to the National economy, was allowed to fall into disrepute and earned itself and the Federation much negative publicity.

In addition, the advent of new regional players has further aggravated the situation.

The 2 new Government is working assiduously to restore the integrity and reputation of the Programme.

Staffing at the Unit has been upgraded.


It now has qualified, well trained personnel with years of experience in Immigration, Financial Services Operations and Anti-Money Laundering procedures.

Expanded access to the Unit has been assured with the introduction of the new Case Management System (CMS) that gives 24/7 access to Service Providers; it was unveiled in October 2015 after months of careful planning.
This CMS, would in the future, add much value to the functioning of the Unit through expediting of processing time for applications.

The implementation of the recommendations suggested by the well respected firm IPSA has also given much comfort to our international partners.

The major benefits of these improvements include bolstering of our National security.
In keeping with the Strategic Plan for 2015-2020, the staff of the National Archives has continued working on the scanning of newspapers and photographs given that these are among the most requested items.

A member of staff is being trained in Archives Management to ensure both the safety of the collection and the enhanced service to visitors.
A searchable spread-sheet produced by volunteers has been completed to include all records of births for St. Kitts -Nevis for the period 1859 to 1930 and for Anguilla from 1901 to 1930.

This has facilitated a number of research queries concerning family history in which there is a growing interest.

The main weakness remains the inappropriate facilities in which the archives are housed, and the lack of space to accept records of historical importance as they become available.
During the year, the Government Printery will seek to modernize its operations through procurement of more advanced or modern equipment.

The filing capacity will be upgraded with a new electronic filing system.

The process of creating a strategic plan for the Printery will commence.

The People's Employment Programme (PEP) continues to beof major concern to the Government.

Currently there are 2,680 registered PEP employees.

Of these, 1,625 are in the public sector and 1,055 in the private sector.
The average weekly cost to the government is EC$901,574.40.

A new Oversight Team has been set up to restructure and refocus the Programme in order to ensure that the original objectives are met while transitioning some of the clients from the Programme.
The Team is made up of representatives from the Chamber, the Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) Council; the Department of Social Services and Community Development; the Office of the Prime Minister;representation from Youth and the Nevis Island Administration (NIA).

The number of employees on the Programme continues to decline as there is an improvement in the supervision and monitoring mechanism.
There is on-going interaction with the beneficiaries in the labour pool of the private sector in relation to assuming responsibility for wages and salaries, thus relieving Government of the financial burden.

Constant interventions are producing positive results.

The Team is expected to manage the smooth transition of PEP employees in income generating areas of their own and/or via meaningful employment.
The Programme will continue to support the transitioning of trainees in such a way as to minimise disruption in their lives.

The Fresh Start Programme at the Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis is an ideal vehicle which can propel some of the PEP trainees into entrepreneurship and self- employment.

It is expected that a number of the PEP workers will take advantage of this business start-up opportunity by applying for loans for start-up capital in new and emerging areas.
3 1.3 Management Representation Statement I submit for tabling in Parliament the Annual Report on Plans and Priorities in the Office of the Prime Minister for the year 2016.

I have determined and am satisfied that this document accurately reflects the vision of the Ministry and is based on the principles of good governance, consistent with norms of sound management practices,fiscal prudence, responsible actions and processes.
This document accurately portrays the past achievements and future plans of the Departments under the Office of the Prime Minister.

The facts and figures have been fully disclosed and have been approved by the Ministry of Finance.
Mrs. Josephine Huggins Cabinet Secretary 4 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement To provide the necessary support services to the Prime Minister in his pursuit of good governance and accountability in order to improve the quality of life of all residents of the Federation by formulating policies designed to strengthen and optimize our human resource capacity.
5 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions The theme of the recently held National Consultation on the Economy is "Changing Lives- a Fresh Start towards Sustainable Development Growth and Prosperity."

This theme would guide the work of the Ministry going forward in serving the Citizens and Residents of St. Kitts and Nevis.
In doing so the Ministry recommits itself to the following: • maintain prudent financial management of its resources • implement policies that promote growth and create quality jobs • Implement policies that protect the environment and combat climate change • Implement initiatives that promote growth and productivity of the Public Service • promote transparency and accountability The Office of the Prime Minister being at the core of Government intends to lead the way to a more efficient and productive Civil Service which can deliver high quality services to citizens and residents.
The Departments of the Office of the Prime Minister must be positioned to provide support to the Prime Minister in his pursuit of efficiency good governance and accountability.
In this regard, resources have been provided in the 2016 Budget to do the following: (i) Promote improved cooperation between the Departs in the Office of the Prime Minister (ii) Capacity building at SKIPA and CIU with a view to improving efficiency thus reducing processing time of applications assisted in their activities to attract and facilitate investors.
(iii)Implement the recommendations of the Enhanced Public Sector and Efficiency Project (iv) Promote further human resource develop via the provision of scholarships to pursue studies at the Universities of the West Indies, University of the virgin Islands and Monroe University (v) Further enhancing between the Federal Government and the Nevis Island Administration (vi) Facilitating the input of a wide cross-section of the populace in the development of Government's policies (vii) Continued promotion of the Citizenship by Investment Programme to attract foreign investment.
(viii) Provide leadership in reducing crime and enhancing public safety and security of the Federation (ix) Implement modern technology to improve efficiency (x) Partner with national, regional and international organizations to strengthen our national initiative in the area of safety control, security, law enforcement and management 6 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives The annual objectives emphasize the streamlining of administrative processes towards greater efficiency, carrying out the 2014 work plan of the 2012-2016 strategic plan of the Human Resource Management Department, ensuring that students education at the University of the West Indies, University of the Virgin Islands and Monroe College are sufficiently funded, strengthening of Federal relations as well as strengthening of the Prime Minister's Secretariat to allow for better management of the Prime Minister's time.. During 2016 more emphasis would places on improving the efficiency and responsiveness of the public as a means of making St. Kitts and Nevis more competitive globally.
2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year There were no major modifications to the strategy of the Ministry during the year.

2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives The Ministry of the Office of the Prime Minister is critical to the achievement of the overall objectives of the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis as it lends support to the Head of Government and facilitates the Cabinet, which sits at the core of Government's functionality.
The activities of the ministry are therefore very crucial to the attainment of progress of the country on a whole and its individual citizens especially.
These are the main activities throughout the Ministry that would contribute most significantly to the achievement of the Ministry's annual objectives: • Continue the implementation of enhanced Public sector and efficiency Project • Creation and implementation of succession plan • Continue Operationalization of a training policy • Coordination of in-house training • Implementation of the updated Civil Service dress Code Policy • Development of modern job descriptions, standardized across ministries • Secure technical assistance to assist with the development of a Performance Management System • promotion of the Citizenship by Investment Program • business forums to promote St. Kitts & Nevis as a Financial Services Centre • facilitate investments by local, regional and international investors • Strengthening inter-sectoral collaboration for greater 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives The main challenges for 2016 are as follows: The quantity of space that is required to house the requisite offices within the Ministry is a major 7 challenge.
It decentralizes the offices and therefore creates a major roadblock in the way of management.

As Government continues to exercise fiscal prudence to counter our debt situation the issue of the limited nature of the budget will restrict the rate of progress that can be made in the achievement of our annual objectives.

Discipline amongst some levels of staff continues to be questionable and within the whole process of strengthening our capacity to deliver time has to be spent on countering this challenge.
Notwithstanding these challenges the objectives of the Ministry are achievable as due analysis was done on how much we can accomplish and therefore none of what we wish to achieve is unrealistic.

However managing the way we go about achieving these goals will be critical.

2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon Achieving the varying objectives of the Ministry will require most of all investment in first and foremost human resources and necessary equipment.
As the Ministry continues to tackle these challenges it is expected that monies appropriated to it to support the staff would grow as we recruit the requisite staff.

Portfolio's Resource A major impediment to the actualization of the Ministries objectives has been dealt with.

The Human Resource Management Department has a staff compliment that is now optimal.

It will be in a far better position than before to carry out its functions effectively over the ensuing year.
The Office of the Cabinet is somewhat constrained and the addition of a technical officer could do much to assist in allowing the offices to function more effectively.

Although resources are limited, for the most part the Ministry will utilize strategy and initiative, creativity and intuition to squeeze more out of less and to ensure that these minor challenges does not compromise the output that is necessary to provide quality service to all our clients.
2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures The successes of the Business Forums carried out by the St. Kitts Investment Promotion Agency will now allow the Agency to be better able to shape, design, develop and implement similar forums for targeted locations around the world that would allow for the promotion of our local Financial Services Centre around the world.
Joint Cabinet Meetings between the Federal Government and the Nevis Island administration would continue to be a main stay and it is envisioned that further progress would be made on the advancement and implementation of issue discuss at these meetings.
8 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects Enhanced Public Sector Governance and Efficiency Project Scholarship Support 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important Renovation of Government Headquarters Document Management System - CIU 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects Renovations to Government Headquarters are ongoing.

The Document Management System is in the implementation phase.

The Government is providing Scholarship support to many students regionally and internationally.
2.4 Transfer Payment Information 1) The University of the West Indies, Economic Cost 2) The University of the Virgin Islands 3) Monroe College 4) CARICAD, Payment of Membership Fees 5) Council of Legal Education 6) Midwestern State University 9 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.05 - M anage the Affairs of the Federation Responsibility Centre 05 - Office of the Prim e M inister Officer in Charge Prime Minister Goals/Global Objectives To govern the affairs of the nation in order to improve the quality of life of its citizens.
Financial Sum m ary Program m e 05041- Manage General Administration 05041- Manage Regional Integration and Diaspora Unit 05041- Manage the National Archives and Records 05041 - Manage the Citizenship by Investment Unit 05042- Manage the Human Resources of the Government 05087- Promote Investments 05088- Inform the Public on Government Activities and Create Public Awareness 05043 Provide Printing Services for the Government Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) Total 40,593 42,281 41,868 42,073 42,282 10 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme E.05 - Manage the Affairs of the Federation 05041- Manage General Administration Responsibility Centre 05 - Office of the Prime Minister 041 Permanent Secretary Officer in Charge Cabinet Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To provide effective administrative support to the Office of the Prime Minister through sound policies and engaging public participation Objective(s) for 2016 1.To engage the public in dialogue on the economy and other issues of national importance 2.To facilitate access to Federal Ministers of Government during visits in Nevis 3.To provide the necessary support services to the Cabinet and Cabinet sub- committees Sub-Programme : Expected Results 4 Performance Indicators Number of quarterly public consultations 7 52 Number of visits made by Ministers of Government to the Federal Office in Charlestown Number of Cabinet Meetings held.
00818 Provide administrative support 00814 Provide administrative support for the Cabinet 00828 Represent the Federation in Nevis 01359 Provide coordinating and policy support 05041- Manage Telecommunication Service 05041- Invest in National assets 03360 People Empowerment Department 04277-Support Independence Celebration Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 5,094 605 5,633 1,162 5,616 955 5,664 955 5,713 955 Total 5,698 6,795 6,570 6,618 6,667 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 11 Portfolio Programme E.05 - Manage the Affairs of the Federation 05041- Manage Regional Integration and Diaspora Unit Responsibility Centre 05 - Office of the Prime Minister 041 Permanent Secretary 041-095 Regional Integration Diaspora Unit Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To cover all assistance provided to citizens returning to reside in the federation.
Sub-Programme : 01845 Provide administrative support to Regional Integration and Diaspora Unit Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 198 299 310 316 322 Total 198 299 310 316 322 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 12 Portfolio Programme E.05 - Manage the Affairs of the Federation 05041- Manage the National Archives and Records Responsibility Centre 05 - Office of the Prime Minister 041 Permanent Secretary 041-097 National Archives Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To preserve the records of long-term value for the present and future generation Objective(s) for 2016 1.To conserve records that are damaged 2.To make records accessible to the public 3.To receive records from the government departments Sub-Programme : Expected Results 50 150 5 Performance Indicators Number of pages of documents conserved Number of persons receiving assistance from the Archives Number of departments forwarding documents to the Archives 00833 Preserve and archive records of importance 0504111- Invest in National archives and records building Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 209 180 190 193 197 Total 209 180 190 193 197 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 13 Portfolio Programme E.05 - Manage the Affairs of the Federation 05041 - Manage the Citizenship by Investment Unit Responsibility Centre 05 - Office of the Prime Minister 041 Permanent Secretary 041-098 Citizenship by Investment Unit Officer in Charge Cabinet Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To manage the Citizenship by Investment Unit.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To promote the Citizenship by Investment Program Sub-Programme : Expected Results 300 Performance Indicators Number of applicants qualifying for Citizenship through Investment 03608 Manage foreign investment in the local economy Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 23,609 21,486 22,739 22,770 22,802 Total 23,609 21,486 22,739 22,770 22,802 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 14 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.05 - Manage the Affairs of the Federation 05042- Manage the Human Resources of the Government 05 - Office of the Prime Minister 042 Human Resource Department Officer in Charge Chief Personnel Officer Goals/Global Objectives To develop the government's human resource management programme to ensure an effective Civil Service that is responsive to the needs of all stakeholders Expected Results 100 Performance Indicators Number of persons receiving assistance through the programme 3rd quarter Completion date 4th quarter 4th quarter 24 Completion date Date the Audit is completed Number of training programmes delivered 3rd quarter 1st quarter Website launch date Date of first program roll-out 3rd quarter Adaptation Date 2nd quarter Dissemination date 50 1st quarter Number of students supported by the scholarship Completion date Objective(s) for 2016 1.To assist employees with Health, Financial, Counseling & Work Performance issues.
2.To complete and introduce the new Pension Plan 3.To complete the GAE Plan 4.To continue Human Resource Audit 5.To coordinate and deliver local training programmes 6.To create and roll-out HR website 7.To design and execute the Civil Service Recognition Program 8.To discuss and adopt the new Training Plan 9.To finalize & circulate the Code of Conduct, Codes of Ethics, Recruitment and Employment and the Public Service Standing Orders 10.To provide scholarships to students of the Federation 11.To refine the Public Service Bill 2011 Sub-Programme : 01361 Manage Human Resources 05042 - Develop Human Resources 01366 Support the services Commissions 01367 Reform the public service 01368 Provide scholarships and bursaries to non-government students 05042 - Invest in Human Resource Department Participation in Regional and International Organizations 15 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 3,730 610 4,091 3,799 1,993 4,109 3,980 276 4,109 4,055 276 4,109 4,132 276 4,109 Total 8,431 9,902 8,365 8,440 8,517 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 16 Portfolio Programme E.05 - Manage the Affairs of the Federation 05087- Promote Investments Responsibility Centre 05 - Office of the Prime Minister 087 St. Kitts Investment Promotion Agency Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To market St. Kitts and Nevis as an excellent venue for capital investments.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To facilitate new investment in St. Kitts 2.To increase investment in St. Kitts 3.To promote St. Kitts as a viable country for investment 4.To raise the profile of St. Kitts in the International Community Expected Results 8 5 2 100 3 3 Performance Indicators Number of new businesses facilitated Number of investment projects below US $1,000,000 Number of investment projects US $1,000,000 and over Number of enquiries received from investors to invest in St. Kitts Number of Conference/Exhibitions attended to promote the Financial Services Sector Number of Conference/Exhibitions attended to promote other Sectors Sub-Programme : 01050 Facilitate Investment Promotion Projects 01051 Promote St. Kitts as an International Financial Centre 05087- Invest in St. Kitts Investment Promotion Agency Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 1,028 1,502 400 1,620 1,629 1,637 Total 1,028 1,902 1,620 1,629 1,637 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 17 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.05 - Manage the Affairs of the Federation 05088- Inform the Public on Government Activities and Create Public Awareness 05 - Office of the Prime Minister 088 Information Department Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To inform and educate the public on government supported initiatives, activities and interests.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To increase access to Government Information via TV Expected Results 1 Performance Indicators Number of additional TV Programs produced 2.To increase effectiveness and quality of Goverment Information 3.To train Technical Staff in Post Production and Editing activities By 30% 80% Percentage reduction of post production turn around air time Percentage of Technical Staff trained in Post Production and Editing Activities Sub-Programme : 01139 Inform the Public and Create Public Awareness 05088-Invest in SKNIS Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 881 1,091 1,294 1,313 1,333 Total 881 1,091 1,294 1,313 1,333 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 18 Portfolio Programme E.05 - Manage the Affairs of the Federation 05043 Provide Printing Services for the Government Responsibility Centre 05 - Office of the Prime Minister 043 Government Printery Officer in Charge Manager Goals/Global Objectives To provide the printing and binding needs of the government Objective(s) for 2016 1.To produce documents and forms requested in a timely manner 2.To publish a weekly Gazette Sub-Programme : 00824 Print government documents 05043- Invest in Printing Expected Results 2 weeks 52 Performance Indicators Average turn around time for printing forms and documents for the government Number of weekly Gazettes published Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 539 626 780 793 807 Total 539 626 780 793 807 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 19 Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 05 OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ 05041 ADMINISTRATION 0504112 0504120 Renovation of Government Headquarters Document Management System 776,070 654,507 300,000 654,507 05042 HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT 0504201 Provide Scholarship Support 815,070 205,097 0504202 Enhanced Public Sector Governance and Efficiency Project 1,177,853 30,000 Manufacturers Competiveness through Energy Efficiency Project National Registration System Purchase of Bunk Beds and Mattress - Police, Defence Force Improve Office Space Upgrade of Coast Guard Vessel Refurbishment of Coast Guard Facilities Computerisation of Police Stations Construction and Refurbishment of Camp Springfield Barracks Fence Camp Springfield Furnishing of Stations Purchase of Vehicles (Police) R.L.B.
Memorial Community Park Construction of Electoral Office National Archives and Records-Building Official Quarters Purchase of Vehicle (Office of the PM) Purchase of SKIPA Equipment and Furniture Repainting Exterior of GHQ Building Electoral Office Copier Purchase of SKIPA Vehicle Renovations of Government Headquarters Renovation of Government Printery 1,342,149 4,203,737 784,750 207,320 1,500,000 200,000 450,000 2,315,882 135,000 400,000 780,000 638,633 1,800,000 5,000,000 7,000,000 56,000 157,745 30,000 70,000 46,000 286,593 15,000 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Development Aid $ Total $ - - - 300,000 654,507 REVENUE REVENUE 205,097 REVENUE 40,754 70,754 REVENUE / WORLD BANK (WB) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT FUND (CDF) REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE DEVELOPMENT AID REVENUE REVENUE DEVELOPMENT AID REVENUE / DEVELOPMENT AID REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TOTAL 30,842,309 1,189,604 0 40,754 1,230,358 20 06 - Ministry of National Security Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 06 - Ministry of National Security Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 1 2 6 7 7 8 8 9 10 10 12 13 13 15 15 15 15 15 17 18 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message I am extremely delighted and honoured to present the strategic initiatives and plans for the Ministry of National Security for the 2016 Budget Estimates.
The Ministry of National Security is an amalgamation of two previous Ministries, the Anti-Crime Unit in the Office of the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Homeland Security.

This amalgamation will enable greater synergies in 2016 and beyond to enhance achievement of Government's efforts to face the challenges in reducing major crimes in the Federation, as well as, addressing other national security challenges and generally improving the criminal justice system in the Federation.
I therefore commend the personnel in all sectors of the Ministry for their committed and dedicated service in their respective spheres of operations that have contributed to the success of our initiatives thus far.

I am aware of the hard work that our security forces, in particular, have put in over the last few months to make sure that our Federation continues to be a safe place to live, work, do business and visit.

I thank all for their continued support.


The plans and priorities in the budget are guided by policy objectives outlined in Team Unity's Election 2015 Manifesto.

Therefore, during 2016, the Ministry of National Security, and by extension, the Team Unity Government, will spare no effort in ensuring that the necessary resources continue to be provided to our security forces to ensure that they remain on the cutting edge of modern crime fighting and investigative techniques.
Such resources include specialized technological hardware and software, forensics lab equipment and materials, CCTV and other surveillance equipment, digital radio and other communication systems, protective gear, and requirements to improve living and working conditions.
The Ministry is committed to upgrading the resource base and improving the conditions of service for all departments: Police Force, Her Majesty's Prison, Defence Force - Infantry and Coast Guard, Fire and Rescue Services, NEMA, the National Drug Council and the Immigration Department.
The work of support bodies, such as the Criminal Justice Strategic Board, the National Crimes Commission and the National Defence Council, will create the framework for the Ministry to play a lead role in reforming the criminal justice system in the Federation.

Indeed, many of the strategic initiatives that have been outlined for 2016 and beyond, not only target the critical area of crime prevention, but also seek to improve practices in the entire criminal justice system.
Thus, for example, community engagement, youth justice and ensuring that offenders are brought to justice in a timely and efficient manner, are all to be key areas of focus for the Ministry and are catered for in this budget.

Going forward, all sectors of the Ministry of National Security must be accountable to the country, its people and its leadership.
More specifically, the way the Ministry personnel work with and support the government, our strategic and inter-agency partners, communities, visitors and the general public in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, must be guided by a culture that values accountability, integrity and respect.

Dr. the Hon.
Dr. the Hon.

Timothy Harris Prime Minister & Minister of National Security 1 1.2 Executive Summary During the latter half of 2015, implementation of the Police Six Point Plan resulted in a commendable level of success in the reduction of violent crimes and homicides in the Federation.
The Six Point Plan requires the Police to collaborate with other law enforcement agencies, such as the St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force/Coast Guard and the Customs and Excise Department, to enforce a wide range of strategies in the following areas: Crime Prevention, Intelligence Led Policing, Targeted Policing Operations, Engagement of Stakeholders, Collaboration with other Agencies, and Continuous Improvement and Administration.

During 2016, resource support for the Police Six Point Plan will intensify.
To fulfill this mandate, Police Officers will be expected to continue working for very long hours and going well above the call of duty operating in high risk situations.

They should continue to be proactive in the execution of continuous tactical and intelligence operations.

All Police Officers will be expected to lift their level of operations.
Hence, to compensate somewhat for the extra effort and to motivate Police Officers, a 15% increase in the monthly risk pay will be paid to all officers in the Security Sector (Police, Defence Force, Prisons and Fire and Rescue Services) as from January 2016.
Resource support and on-going intensive training will be provided to upgrade the equipment base of the Police Forensics Lab and Crime Scene Unit, as well as the expansion and use of Closed Circuit Television (CCTV).The use of technology in the investigation of crimes (to, where possible, reduce the dependence on evidence from witnesses) will be a major goal.

This will reduce the costs associated with providing witness protection, over time.
Having addressed the contractual and other difficulties that the Ministry inherited in 2015 with respect to the implementation of the Motorola Digital Radio Project, in 2016 the full potential of this project will be realized.

A contractual arrangement has been entered into with Zenitel, a firm from St. Maarten recommended by Motorola, to install the radio antennas in both St. Kitts and Nevis and bring the radio system online.

There are four sites in St. Kitts and two in Nevis.
With the assistance and cooperation from LIME regarding the use of existing bases for the antennas and colocation, installation and assembly commenced in October 2015.

The Digital Radio System is now functional.

In the first quarter of 2016, all the necessary interconnectedness will be completed to ensure that both islands will have full radio coverage.

The Digital Radio System will be accessible by the Police Force (SCNPF), the SKN Defence Force (SKNDF) and the SKN Fire and Rescue Services (SKNFRS).
The Police will also collaborate with local private sector technology agencies, such as, SECURGARD, in providing avenues for the public to quickly communicate with the Police on matters concerning their safety and with information concerning crimes that have been committed or are about to be committed.
This will complement the use of the 911 System that is available with the newly upgraded LIME PBX Telephone System installed at the Police Headquarters, all Police Stations in St. Kitts and Nevis, SKNDF and the SKNFRS.
Additionally, the establishment of the Technology Operations Department, in collaboration with 633 Tech Media Group, an IT Consulting Company in the United States, largely through grant financing, will help the Police adopt and integrate new and improved technologies, capabilities, concepts and processes and give them the information superiority which will result in increasing their crime fighting success.
A Uniform Communication Platform will be created, which will also allow access and use by to the SKNDF, the Prison and the St. Kitts and Nevis Fire and Rescue Services.

The implementation of these strategies will require involvement of the entire Ministry of National Security as a whole unit and not just fragmented implementation activities by individual 2 national security agencies.
The role of the Telecommunications Department of the Police Force has been expanded to function as the focal department for coordinating the technological developments in the Police Force.

Innovations such as the Technology Operations Department will operate as a sub-department under the Telecommunications Department.

Proposals are being considered for the deployment of border security equipment at our sea ports, including: vehicle and container scanners, body and baggage scanners and metal detectors.
However, although considered to be critically important if we are to secure our borders, because of the high cost of these devices, these are not likely to be available for the 2016 budget.

At this time, alternative sources of funding are being pursued.

The Ministry will play a lead role in the identification and implementation of strategies to improve the entire criminal justice system in the Federation.
This will be done through the work of the Criminal Justice Strategic Board (CJSB), which is a sub-strategy mentioned in the Police Six Point Plan, and its associated body, the Criminal Justice Operational Board (CJOB).
These will be strategic and technical groups comprising the leadership of stakeholder agencies involved in the delivery of the criminal justice system that will on a continuous basis focus their attention in an on-going and systematic way in the implementation of recommendations for reforming the criminal justice system.

Further, there have been many legislative organs that have been overlooked by past administrations.
In 2016, the Ministry will put into effect provisions that govern the establishment of the National Crimes Commission (NCC) and the St. Christopher and Nevis National Defence Council (NDC).

Establishment of these bodies was approved by Cabinet in 2015.

A National Security Advisor will be appointed in accordance with provisions of the National Defence Council Act Chapter 19.20 of the Laws of St. Christopher and Nevis.
The NCC and the NDC will bring together representation from all the national security agencies, as well as, other non- governmental stakeholder groups, to pursue their respective legislative mandates and provide the necessary guidance to the security forces and other agencies, ultimately with one aim: a major reduction in criminal activity and the general security of the citizens in the Federation.
Intensifying specialised training and improvement of Human Resource Development (HRD) practices in all agencies within the Ministry will be pursued.

This will be done in collaboration with external agencies and consultancy support from agencies and programmes, such as the Regional Security System (RSS), the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative (CBSI) and Bramshill Policing Advisers (BPA) from the United Kingdom.
With financial assistance from the Republic of China on Taiwan to augment government's budgetary allocation, the consultancy support from the BPA will be available for six-months into 2016.

During the latter half of 2015, final reports were received from the technical assistance consultancies under the EU-funded Safety and Security Improvement Programme(SSIP).

These provided recommendations for HR reforms at Her Majesty's Prison and the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force.
In 2016, there will be systematic implementation of these recommendations leading to extensive reforms in HR policies and practices in these institutions.

The overall improvement of the Police practices in meeting its core objectives and priorities has been outlined in the Police Strategic Plan (2016-2019).

From 2016, there will be a change in the way that the Police Force is managed and performance assessed.

Accountability will be paramount.


The organizational structure of the Police Force will show the Commissioner of Police having overall responsibility and being the main strategist.
However, work of the Police Force has been presented under four directorates: (i) the Service Improvement Directorate, headed by the Deputy Commissioner of Police; (ii) the Crime Directorate, headed by the ACP for Crime; (iii) the Operations Directorate, headed by the ACP of Operations; and (iv) the Administration, Resources and Technology Directorate, headed by an ACP who also has 3 responsibility for Nevis.
Each directorate will be responsible and accountable for its individual responsibilities, as well as, sharing accountability with the other directorates for effective professional performance against the RSCNPF Strategy for 2015-2018.

There will be on-going efforts to improve the living and working conditions of Police Officers.

Designs for completion of new Police Stations at Sandy Point and Newcastle will be completed and construction will commence on these works.
The Mexican Government has committed to providing financial assistance for the construction of these Police Stations.

Construction of the first phase of the Police Training Complex at Lime Kiln was delayed in 2015 due to, among other things, poor supervision and contractor procurement difficulties, as reported by European Union.

A new supervision consultant firm has been engaged and work on the Police Training Complex has re-commenced.
It is anticipated that construction of the first phase of the Police Training Complex will be completed towards the end of 2016.

In addition to the successful hosting of Trade Winds for 2015, the St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) provided much tactical support for the Police in in the execution of the targeted operations component of the Police Six Point Plan.

In 2016, such target interventions and collaboration will continue and become even more focused.
The SKNDF, including the Coast Guard, will continue to conduct joint operations with the Customs and Excise Department; provide increased training for its soldiers and Coast Guard personnel, expand its activities as part of it civic responsibilities to other departments, including Customs, Fisheries, SCASPA and groups of young people, teaching them to swim.
A contingent from the SKNDF was part of the RSS regional response to Dominica, providing assistance to that country in the aftermath of the damages caused by Tropical Storm Erika.

There will be ongoing collaboration with regional and international agencies such as the RSS, the Dutch Caribbean Coast Guard and Florida State Army National Guard.

In 2016, priority action will be given to undertaking a major upgrade of facilities for the Defence Force/Coast Guard.
Coast Guard Headquarters will be fully renovated.

A small boat launching and recovering ramp will be constructed at the Coast Guard Base.

Coordinated patrols with the Regional Security System (RSS) will re-commence and there will be an increase in CoastGuard presence in our local waters.

A Force Operations and Communications Center will be established, in collaboration with the Police Motorola Project, LIME and technology operations support from 633 Media Group.
Human Resource practices at the SKNDF/Coast Guard will be reviewed to address personnel issues that have been identified.

These personnel issues have allegedly been the cause in recent years of number of resignations and early retirement from the SKNDF.

Some of the HR reforms recommended through the SSIP for the Prison and the Police Force will be appropriately adapted and applied to improve human resource management practices at the SKNDF and the St. Kitts and Nevis Fire and Rescue Services.
Her Majesty's Prison (HMP) continues to be affected by spatial problems.

Although there is evidence of a reducing trend in the number of prisoners at HMP, and there has been some success in academic rehabilitation programmes, the music programme and a few small scale technical/ vocational programmes in areas such as Carpentry, Tiling, Masonry, Painting and other subject areas, severe spatial difficulties limit the extent to which rehabilitation programmes at HMP can be expanded.
In 2016, efforts will be made to expand rehabilitation programmes and implement measures for relief of some of the spatial difficulties.

Apart from academic, technical and vocational programmes, greater collaboration will be pursued between the administration at HMP and community groups, as well as government departments 4 of Education, Youth, Community Development, Social Services and Gender Affairs.
Specialised rehabilitation programmes will be introduced for prisoners with particular difficulties, including general counselling programmes, programmes for sex offenders and prisoners who committed drug offences.

There will be consultation on how to assist ex-prisoners in obtaining employment after release.

This is critical if recidivism is to be reduced.


Other measures recommended by consultants to reduce the prison population and also to improve the criminal justice system to reduce the need for incarceration, will also be studied and implemented where feasible.

The construction of a new Correctional Facility is a priority project.

The site for the new correctional facility will be cleared.
In 2016, surveys of the lot assigned for the project located on Estridge Estate, as well as, the designs for the Correctional Facility, will be completed.

The St. Kitts and Nevis Fire and Rescue Services (SKNFRS) will work in collaboration with other relevant agencies in order to re-establish a National Land Search and Rescue Team.

There will be continued upgrading and renewal of fire trucks and emergency equipment.
Strengthening of the SKNFRS Fire Prevention Programme will be accomplished through the acquisition of well needed equipment, material and training for officers executing the functions of this unit.

A major goal for 2016 is the complete refurbishing and modernizing of the alert room at the Basseterre Fire Station with appropriate communication, information handling and data recording equipment.
Consideration will be given to increasing the staff numbers in order to alleviate the problem of inadequate staffing at some stations, particularly at the aerodrome section of the SKNFRS.

Empowering NEMA to meet the increasing challenges of disaster preparedness and mitigation is critical.

A Comprehensive Disaster Management policy is needed, one which makes allowances for multi-hazards.
Such a policy should strengthen the Community Districts System and include a reliable methodology for tracking relief supplies.

The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) will provide the necessary support for development of these and other initiatives.

The National Drugs Council has been re-activated.

New appointments have been solicited from each Ministry and Department.

Representations from the private Sector and NGOs will be sought and appointed.
The Council will continue conducting national surveys and research projects involving secondary school students and other community groups, prohibiting drug use.

The Council also intends to assist with the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of drug prevention programmes in schools and other requested groups.

Over the years, the National Drug Council has faced challenges with developing the upgraded Drug Master Plan.

The most recent attempt was to seek help from the OAS.
The OAS provided examples of recent Master Plans from regional counterparts.

They also stated that once the Secretariat is appropriately staffed to not only develop the Master Plan but to monitor and coordinate, where appropriate, the responsibilities that will be listed in the Master Plan, they will be in a better position to assist.
The Council needs a new building that can adequately and comfortably house the Secretariat and the Counseling Center who previously worked under one building as the St. Kitts-Nevis Outreach Center.

A Capital Project budget has been submitted to provide a new building/office space for the National Drug Council.

Control of the Federation's borders is critical.


In 2015, Cabinet approved the reform of the Immigration Department, with the transformation of the Immigration Department into a Civilian- Controlled Immigration.

This is a major priority initiative in the 2016 Budget Estimates aimed at improving the efficiency of the Immigration Department.

The Commissioner of Police will be replaced by a civilian Chief Immigration Officer.
The process includes taking control of the new and emerging official Ports of Entry into St. Kitts and ensuring that there is an Immigration 5 presence at all ports of entry, as well as, equipping each port of entry with the electronic Border Management System that is currently in use.

The process also includes provision for an Immigration Task Force to locate and follow-up undocumented and/or illegal residents.
The provision of additional vehicles for the Ministry of National Security is a continuing project.

The security forces (Police and SKNDF) and all other major departments of the Ministry (particularly, Her Majesty's Prison and SKNFRS) are in need of additional vehicles.
However, we continue to solicit assistance in the procurement of vehicles from friendly Governments, in particular, the Republic of China (Taiwan) and from the local private sector Coalition of Support for St. Kitts and Nevis Safety and Security Initiatives.

1.3 Management Representation Statement I am pleased to present the Annual Report on Plans and Priorities for the Ministry of National Security.
The information included herein has been derived from the input and contributions of all the stakeholder departments within the Ministry.

It is quite comprehensive, accurate and realistic.

I am satisfied that the relevant management and accountable systems are in place within the Ministry to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the strategies, initiatives, programmes and projects that have been presented.

Sound indicators and monitoring systems are evident.
The development and presentation of the document is based on processes and procedures approved by the Ministry of Finance.

Osmond Petty, M.B.E.

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of National Security 6 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement The following statement outlines the general Ministry policy and thrust in 2016 and beyond.
To implement strategies and provide resources to the national security agencies to ensure that the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis continues to be a safe place to live, work, do business and visit.
The concerns and needs of residents, students, tourists and other visitors, businesses and vulnerable people in the Federation will be identified through on-going public consultation, and these will be considered in decision making as the Ministry collaborates with other stakeholder agencies in Government, NGOs and the private sector to invest its resources and ensure that effective and efficient criminal justice practices are pursued.
7 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions The Ministry's strategic objectives for the 2016 Budget are generally guided by Government's directions as outlined in the Team Unity 2015 Election Manifesto.

Page 9 outlines initiatives for Security under the caption SECURITY: MAKING A SAFER NATION.

Some of these priority actions are listed below: a.
Invest in law enforcement by providing better equipment, facilities, appropriate transportation and facilitate training.

b.

Invest in greater use of technology and provide appropriate incentives to the private sector for the acquisition of appropriate technology to facilitate a public/private sector partnership to fight crime and violence.

c. De-politicize the police force and ensure promotions and transfers are based on merit, and are transparent.
d. Facilitate the establishment of Neighbourhood Watch and Community Policing.

e. Establish a Youth Facility for young offenders with minor offences, to separate them from the more hardened criminals.

This facility will be based primarily on education and rehabilitation of young offenders and will include mandatory skills training, community service and re-education.

f. Invest in Closed Circuit Television throughout the public areas of St. Kitts and work with The NIA to expand similar efforts in Nevis.
g. Partner with Churches and non-profit agencies to promote values, education and essential life skills.

h. Develop a policy of ZERO TOLERANCE for anti-social behaviour, loitering, public disorder, and any and all violations of existing law.

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Urgently conduct in-depth research into best practices by countries who have properly tackled the issue of assisting with the retraining and re-tooling of young males for new, productive lives after their prison sentences are over.
The Ministry's Strategic Initiatives for 2015-2016 and beyond are closely linked to the above mentioned Government's objectives.

Four priority objectives have been established to guide national security initiatives over the next few years, particularly in relation to criminal justice reform strategies.

These will guide the work of the Criminal Justice Strategic Board and its operational arm (the Criminal Justice Operational Board).

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The Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis will be a safe place to live, work and visit.
Criminal Justice Sector partners will: reduce Serious Crime - Homicide, Rape, Robbery, Serious Assaults, Firearms related offences; prevent people from becoming victims of crime- Residents, Students, Tourists, Businesses and focus on protecting vulnerable people; ensure timely bringing to justice of offenders; reduce re-offending by providing effective deterrent supplemented by education and rehabilitation opportunities for offenders; reduce entry level criminality by provision of effective community engagement and neighbourhood Policing philosophy ; provide a safer 8 physical environment that reduces opportunities for crime.
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The Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis will future proof the continued safety and protection of its people.
Criminal Justice Sector partners will: seek and embrace modern technologies to continue to reduce crime and bring offenders to justice; actively seek and share best practice within CARICOM and from the wider International Criminal Justice community; actively pursue intelligence, assess and share it collaboratively for the partnership's greater good; and actively record appropriate data to inform efficient Criminal Justice resource and funding allocation in the future.

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The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis will actively consult with, listen to and react to the identified concerns and needs of its Residents, Students, Tourists and other Visitors, Businesses and Vulnerable people.

Criminal Justice Sector Partners will: ensure auditable processes of community engagement and consultation are carried out; ensure their individual organisations respond to public needs and concerns; and ensure they respond collaboratively across the whole Criminal Justice Partnership.

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The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis will make efficient use of its public services, will reduce unnecessary costs, ensure it remains as efficient as possible and invest its resources for effective and efficient Criminal Justice practices.
Criminal Justice Sector partners will: establish their own organisational costs to the tax payer; ensure their own organisations are audited for efficiency and eradicate waste; explore collaboration between organisations to improve efficiency and get the most from their staff and revenue and capital resources; introduce and manage an effective performance management regime where efficiency can be monitored and resources re-deployed to ensure continued collaborative results.
2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives The annual plans of the Ministry of National Security are reflective of the strategic objectives involving the reform of the entire criminal justice system.

The Ministry of National Security will play a lead role in the reform of the Federation's criminal justice system through the work of the Criminal Justice Strategic Board which is an initiative outlined in the Police Six Point Plan.
This will be done in collaboration with relevant local, regional and international agencies and programmes.

A collective approach to national security and wider criminal justice matters is envisaged, with shared ownership and accountability for Ministerial priorities.

Priority areas, performance measures and realistic targets should be determined and agreed.
The annual objectives therefore include the following: • Reduced crime • Reduced re-offending • Youth justice • Offenders brought to justice in a timely and efficient manner • More protection of the public; tackling gangs and serious violence • Crime prevention • Increased public confidence, including among victims and witnesses • Community engagement, 9 • Countering illegal contraband/drugs and human trafficking • Improved infrastructure (buildings, working environments) in the national security sector; mitigating hazards (through NEMA) • Improved border security; border management (reforming and empowering Immigration) 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year Given that the Ministry of National Security is an amalgamation of the Anti-Crime Unit and the Ministry of Homeland Security, adaptations and modifications to the 2015 budgetary allocations for these departments had to be made, particularly during the implementation of some capital projects, many of which lacked contractual soundness.
2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives POLICE (General) - expanded implementation of the Police Six Point Plan; - increased patrols, stop and searches; - increased use of technology-driven investigative processes in crime scene investigations and forensics; - establishment and functioning of the National Crimes Commission and the National Defence Council; - establishment and functioning of the Criminal Justice Strategic Board; and the Criminal Justice Operations Board; - establishment of Technology Operations Department in the Police Force, with links to other departments in the national security sector; - completion of designs and commencement of construction on Police Stations at Sandy Point and Newcastle; - increased deployment and monitoring of CCTV; - installation and use of a digital radio network for Police Force, SKN Defence Force and SKN Fire and Rescue Services; - establishment of four Police directorates for service improvement and accountability; - elaboration of the Police Strategic Plan 2016-2019 and Improved Service Delivery Action Plan; - implementation of Human Resource Development reforms at Her Majesty's Prison (HMP) and in the Police Force; new promotion procedures, HR policies, job descriptions and Performance Development Reviews linked to job descriptions for the main ranks and officers of both H.M.P.
and the Police Force; - procurement of vehicles for all major agencies of the Ministry; - improve counselling services in the Police Force.

Her Majesty's Prison (H.M.P.)
- expanding and reforming rehabilitation programmes at H.M.P; equipment procured under the EU-funded Safety and Security Investment Programme (SSIP) rehabilitation drive in a number of areas such as in Motor Mechanic, Baking, Farming, Tailoring and Painting, as well as improve transportation capabilities with the help of the EU; - enter students for CAPE and later in the year, introduce online degree programs; - develop and enhance skill training in Shoe making, Tailoring, Making Bags, Upholstery, Canvas Painting and related subject areas; - strengthen the 'Linking the Family Program'; - acquire the necessary machinery to introduce laundries for HMP and the Prison farm in Nevis; 10 these will go a long way to enhance HMP's health environment.
SKNDF (Coast Guard) - Coast Guard Headquarters to be fully renovated; - construction of a small boat launching and recovering ramp at coast guard base; - recommencement of Regional Security System (RSS) coordinated patrols; - increase the amount of training conducted locally for Coast Guard members and also Customs and Excise Department and Port Authority personnel; - improving the quality of local training by gaining Regional Security System (RSS) certification of the courses conducted.
(SKNDF Regiment - Infantry) - provide adequate transportation; - continue improvement of condition of service; - establishment of Force Operations and Communications Center.

SKNFRS - National Land Search and Rescue: Intend to work in collaboration with other relevant agencies in order to re-establish a national Land Search and Rescue Team; - Renewing Fire Tender Fleet: upgrading and renewal of fire trucks and emergency equipment.
- Training: pursuing overseas training for officers based in both municipal and aerodrome sections of the St. Kitts-Nevis Fire and Rescue Services; - seek to acquire two new utility vehicles to replace the aging Search and Rescue and the regular Fire Services vehicle used to undertake general daily duties; - Fire Prevention Unit: strengthening our Fire Prevention Programme by acquiring well needed equipment, material and training for officers executing the functions of this unit; - Vance Amory Airport Fire Station: seek well needed attention to the worsening conditions at this station; - Basseterre Fire Station: complete refurbishing and modernizing of the alert room at the Basseterre Fire Station with appropriate communication, information handling and data recording equipment; - Manpower: seek approval for an increase in staff numbers in order to alleviate the problem of inadequate staffing at some stations particularly at our aerodrome section.
NEMA - empower NEMA to collaborate with CDEMA and other regional agencies, as well as local community groups, NGO's and government departments, to prepare and coordinate implementation of varied master disaster plans, as well as strengthen community mechanisms to deal with and manage responses to all types of disasters; - assist with the conduct and evaluation of drills in schools and other entities; - coordinate training in Land Search and Rescue, Shelter Management; - coordinate Post Hazard Impact Economic Assessment Training; - develop a draft Hazardous Materials Policy and Plan.
NATIONAL DRUG COUNCIL - re-vitalize the National Drug Council; motivate and mobilize membership; seek new appointments from Ministries and Departments, as well as NGOs; - assist with the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of drug prevention programs in schools and other requested groups; 11 - assist with Drug awareness and intervention in schools, health clinics, psychiatric ward, and other requested drug prevention and treatment initiatives; - work on developing an upgraded Drug Master Plan.
2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives POLICE: Costly witness protection makes it imperative to expand the use of technology in the investigation of crime; high cost of technology equipment for crime scene investigations, cyber crime investigations and forensics; generally, there is a high cost associated with improving the efficient use of technology in the operations of the Police Force.
Reforming the human resource management practices in all departments of the Ministry will require much change in the way things are currently being done.

Such undesirable behaviours and practices that have been allowed to develop unabated over the years cannot be changed over- night.

However, there are many recommendations that are available for implementation that potentially will improve the situation.

SKNFRS: Problem of inadequate staffing at some stations particularly at the aerodrome section.
The conditions of service of the officers in the SKNDF need to be re-examined and regulations pertaining to the status of the SKNDF reviewed and implemented.
NEMA: Lack of funds and unsuccessful approaches to secure sponsorship to undertake public education and awareness, via radio stations and ZIZ TV; there is no national two way radio telecommunications network to link NEMA with SKNDF, Water, EMS, Police, Fire and SCASPA, in order to achieve interconnectivity for training, response and recovery; financing for NEMA to attend key, annual regional meetings; limited staff capacity to undertake proper planning, project development and management.
HMP: Mainly spatial deficiencies that create an unhealthy environment and also limit the ability to improve and expand rehabilitation programmes for prisoners.

There is evidence that rehabilitation programmes are working and recidivism (leading to incarceration of repeat offenders) is declining.

The HMP population is trending in the right direction.

From a high of 367 in 2012, it has dropped to 251 as at September 2015.

It is hoped that this reducing trend will continue.
With the procurement of additional technical vocational equipment, as well as, utility machines, the health environment at HMP should be enhanced and some additional rehabilitation programmes could be introduced.

The lack of adequate vehicles at the HMP has created unsafe transportation practices for prisoners and officers.

However, this situation has been improved by the recent purchase of a pick-up from government capital expenditure.
It is anticipated that with the assistance of the Government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and with vehicles procured under the EU-Funded Safety and Security Improvement Project, the problem situation regarding lack of vehicles will be alleviated.

SKNDF: Lack of radios to facilitate operational communications; old fleet of motor vehicles; upgrade of living and administrative spaces needed.
The need for vehicles is critical to enable the SKNDF to provide the support to the Police Force in carrying out tactical operations in the execution of the Six Point Plan.

NATIONAL DRUG COUNCIL(NDC) : Obtaining the necessary funding to develop, implement, monitor and evaluate programmes of the Council is a challenge.
Other challenges include: the staff size of the Secretariat being too small to carry out the requests of the Council; developing an 12 upgraded Master Plan; assistance has been sought from the OAS which provided examples of recent Master Plans from regional counterparts, however, for further assistance it would be necessary to show that the NDC has the capacity to not only develop the Master Plan but to monitor and coordinate, where appropriate, the responsibilities that will be listed in the Master Plan.
Finally, the need for a building to house the NDC Secretariat and the Counseling Centre is critically important if the work of the NDC is to be as impactful as required.

BORDER MANAGEMENT/ SECURITY/ IMMIGRATION: The increased monitoring and surveillance of the Federation's Ports of Entry is a major activity in the Police Six Point Plan.

However, the tracking of undocumented immigrants is a challenge.

The restructuring of the Immigration Department is expected to alleviate somewhat these challenges.
Border Security, generally, including movement of illegal drugs and firearms between the islands, require some form of scanning equipment.

The Ministry has been examining machinery that could do such scanning of people, goods, vehicles and containers.

The cost of procuring such equipment and machinery is under review for consideration in the short-term.
2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon The establishment of the Criminal Justice Strategic Board, the Criminal Justice (CJSB), Operational Board (CJOB), the National Crimes Commission (NCC) and the National Defence Council (NDC) provides on-going for a for a for alleviating many of the challenges outlined and, generally, providing guidance on the way forward to address emerging challenges as the Ministry's strategic initiatives are implemented.
The Police Strategic Plan 2016-2019 and Improved Service Delivery Action Plan (which includes the Six Point Plan and outlines the actions and responsibilities of the four Police Directorates) provides clear guidance over the way forward for the security forces over the next few years.
Additionally, operating manuals have been developed to guide the operations of the Criminal Justice Strategic Board and for sustained Community Engagement, incorporating Community Policing and other community problem solving and development activities led by the Police and other agencies in the Ministry of national Security.
It is anticipated that in the short–term, through the work of the CJSB, the NCC and the NDC, there will be Legislative Reform of the various pieces of legislation that guide the functioning of the various agencies in the Ministry and which will lead to the improvement of the criminal justice system.

2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures Much has been achieved in the last nine months of 2015 since the Team Unity Government took office.
The Police Six Point Plan has provided renewed energy and focus for the Police Force and other national security agencies in the fight against crime.

However, it was necessary to re-direct expenditure in order to provide well-needed resources for the Police, particularly related to technology and forensics.

Funds to finance well-needed consultancy assistance to the Police in the improvement of investigative techniques had to be secured.
Selected Police and SKNDF personnel had to be compensated for working considerable extra hours in order to undertake intelligence and conduct tactical operations to reduce incidence of crime.
Capital projects, for example, installation and monitoring of CCTV, the establishment of Radio 13 Digital Systems based on a contract with Motorola and a new PBX Telephone System with LIME, had to be salvaged because of previously inadequate and inappropriate contractual arrangements and project implementation processes.

Funds had to be found to engage other support agencies to ensure project implementation.

The realignment of expenditures was achieved without any need for Appropriation Warrants.
The success of these and other measures will now allow the Ministry to move ahead with the national security and criminal justice reforms, and provide the foundation for implementing the activities outlined.

14 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects - Construction of Outreach Centre - Purchase of Vehicle and Equipment (Pumps, radio com, etc.)
- Safety and Security Improvement Programme - Coast Guard Barracks - E-911 System - Construction of Police Stations (Dieppe bay, Sdy Pt, Tabernacle, New Castle) - Refurbishment of Police Stations - Purchase of Protective Gear and Operating Equipment - CCTV Surveillance and Traffic Management System 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important - Civilianise Immigration Department - Technology Operations Department Project - Upgrade of K9 Unit 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects Installation of Digital Radio System (with equipment from Motorola): Phase 1 completed 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Contributions are made to the following agencies: • • • • • • • • Regional Security System (RSS) Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (CARICOM IMPACS) Agency for the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons in Latin America and Caribbean (OPANAL) International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police (ACCP) Caribbean Disaster Emergency management Agency (CDEMA) Caribbean Association of Fire Chiefs (CAFC) 15 Association of Superintendents of Prisons (ASP) Convention on Cluster Munitions (CCM) Comprehension Nuclear Test Ban Treaty Organization (CNTBTO) Convention on the Prohibition of the use, stockpiling production on transfer of anti-personnel • • • • mines and destruction • Angus Geo-Solution Inc. (AGSI) 16 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.06 - Provide National Security Responsibility Centre 06 - M inistry of National Security Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To provide fire and rescue services and emergency services through the development of policies that are fair and accessible to the citizens and investors of St. Kitts and Nevis.
To foster and safeguard without prejudice, amicable employment relationships between employer and employees, endeavouring to promote general welfare and harmony with the Federation.
Financial Sum m ary Program m e 06052 - Manage Police Services 06051- Manage the Ministry and Provide Administrative and Support Services 06053- Provide Fire and Rescue Services 06055- Provide Prison Services 06056- Enhance Disaster Management in the Federation 06058- Program to Prevent and Reduce Drug Abuse 06052123 - Provide National Defence and Regional Security Assistance Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) Total 50,430 59,617 63,026 63,735 64,459 17 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.06 - Provide National Security 06051- Manage the Ministry and Provide Administrative and Support Services 06 - Ministry of National Security 051 Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Finance Officer Goals/Global Objectives To coordinate the provision of services to the public as they relate to public safety and the rights of citizenry, border security, law enforcement, disaster mitigation and management, drug rehabilitation and the development of internationally accepted immigration and labour practice Objective(s) for 2016 1.To build close collaboration with regional and international security agencies in the implementation of Security Initiatives Expected Results 2 Performance Indicators Number of countries and agencies that respond and to contribute to requests for partnership in crime fighting 2.To improve communication and operation of Immigration Officers 3 Number of training sessions in foreign languages 3.To improve the efficiency in processing of applicatons 5 -10 days Turn around time for processing of applications/documents 4.To introduce a more secure travel document to reduce instances of fraud 5.To introduce an improved public relations program 6.To strengthen the border security mechanism and procedures 0 6 2 Sub-Programme : Number of instances of fraud Number of of strategic priorities implemented to inform the public on the subjects covered by the Ministry Number of Initiatives taken to improve and enhance the processing of the border security mechanism 00703 Manage the Ministry and Provide administrative services 01827 Contributions to Foreign Institutions 00777 Issue work permits, citizenship, visas and residency permits 00769 Issue travel documents 00775 Provide Immigration services 03310- Provide Telecommunication Services 06051- Invest in Homeland Security Participation in Regional and International Organizations 18 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 2,808 386 133 (in thousands) 2,655 260 137 3,737 475 137 3,791 475 137 3,845 475 137 Total 3,328 3,052 4,350 4,403 4,457 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 19 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme E.06 - Provide National Security 06052 - Manage Police Services Responsibility Centre 06 - Ministry of National Security 052 Police Officer in Charge Commissioner Goals/Global Objectives To protect life and property, to prevent and detect crime and to prosecute offenders in order to preserve law and order in St. Kitts and Nevis.
To deter foreign interference and provide manpower for regional responses and participate in national ceremonial duties.

To enhance cooperation and intelligence sharing between law enforcement agencies.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To assist the Police in crime fighting 2.To develop the skills of Junior Ranks 3.To implement a Community Policing Program 4.To implement a crime prevention program 5.To improve response time to a reported incidence of crime/reports in general 6.To improve the crime detection capabilities of Law Enforcement Agency 7.To protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federation 8.To reduce violent crimes Sub-Programme : Expected Results 26 10 4 3 less than 20 minutes 4 0 12 Performance Indicators Number of joint patrol operations Number of Training sessions conducted during the year Number of Community meetings held Number of mentorship programmes targetting youths Average response time to reports Number of workshops in crime scene management/forensics/cyber crimes Number of foreign incursions into the Federation Number of planned operations 06052121 - Manage the Police Department 06052122 - Maintain Law and Order 06052 Collect Other Revenue 06052124 - Manage National Joint Coordinating Center Participation in International and Regional Organizations 20 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 25,365 3,558 350 22,305 13,034 3,012 23,775 13,429 3,025 24,146 13,429 3,025 24,525 13,429 3,025 Total 29,274 38,351 40,229 40,601 40,980 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 21 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.06 - Provide National Security 06052123 - Provide National Defence and Regional Security Assistance 06 - Ministry of National Security 052 Police 052-123 St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force Officer in Charge Lieutenant Colonel Goals/Global Objectives To assist the police in maintaining law and order, the National Emergency Management Agency in national disasters, to deter foreign interference and to provide Manpower for regional responses and to participate in national ceremonial duties Objective(s) for 2016 1.To
 assist the Police in crime fighting 2.To develop the skills of the Junior Ranks 3.To protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federation Sub-Programme : Expected Results 26 10 0 Performance Indicators Number of joint patrol operations Number of training sessions conducted during the year Number of foreign incursions into the Federation 00752 Provide for Defence of the Federation 01829 Provide Medical Assistance for Soldiers 00754 Enforce the law and treaties in Federation's waters and provide emergency assistance 01830 Provide Medical Assistance for Coast Guard Officers 05044 - Invest in National Defence 0605410- Construction/Refurbishment of Camp Springfield Barracks 0605410- Construction/Refurbishment of Camp Springfield Barracks (Loan Funds) 0605410- Construction/Refurbishment of Camp Springfield Barracks (Rev Funds) 0605411- Refurbishment of Coast Guard Facilities 0605411- Refurbishment of Coast Guard Facilities (Rev Funds) 0605411- Refurbishment of Coast Guard Facilities (Loan Funds) 0605412- Procurement of Engines for Stalwart & Small Vessels 0605412- Procurement of Engines-Stalwart & Small Vessels (Revenue funding) 0605412- Procurement of Engines-Stalwart & Small Vessels (Loan funding) 0605413- Purchase of Vehicles/Equipment (SKNDF) 22 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 6,950 276 67 (in thousands) 7,332 1,250 70 7,749 500 70 7,876 500 70 8,006 500 70 Total 7,293 8,652 8,319 8,446 8,576 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 23 Portfolio Programme E.06 - Provide National Security 06053- Provide Fire and Rescue Services Responsibility Centre 06 - Ministry of National Security 053 Fire and Rescue Services Officer in Charge Chief Immigration Officer Goals/Global Objectives To provide fire prevention and control, and rescue services in order to protect life and property Objective(s) for 2016 1.To
 continue public education on the prevention of fires /safety practices 2.To implement an effective community based program on safety in Fed.
3.To respond to fires in a timely manner 4.To train Fire officers in accordance with International Civil Aviation (ICAD) Sub-Programme : Expected Results 600 52 Less than 10 minutes 5 Performance Indicators Number of media announcements to the general public Number of sessions held on safety Average response time to a reported fire Number of persons trained 00748 Provide fire and paramedic services 01822 Provide Medical Assistance for Fire Officers 01832 Provide Refunds 00753 Maintain Fire vehicles 06053- Invest in Fire and Rescue Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 4,228 2,384 5 4,551 1,260 56 5,184 1,000 56 5,274 1,000 56 5,365 1,000 56 Total 6,617 5,867 6,240 6,330 6,421 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 24 Portfolio Programme E.06 - Provide National Security 06055- Provide Prison Services Responsibility Centre 06 - Ministry of National Security 055 Prison Department Officer in Charge Chief Personnel Officer Goals/Global Objectives To provide security to the public from criminal offenders and to provide rehabilitation of prisoners to reduce the number of repeat offenders Objective(s) for 2016 1.To improve rehabilitation programs for prisoners 2.To provide training for Prison Officers 3.To see a reduction in the number of repeat offenders 4.To strengthen the infrastructure at the Prison Sub-Programme : 00730 Manage and support Prisons Expected Results 6 Performance Indicators Number of skills training sessions held 25 4 24 Number of officers participating in training activities Number of training/counselling sessions held with Inmates Number of planned installations of CCTV cameras and security procedures 00731 Provide general welfare activities to former prisoners 06055- Invest in Prisons Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018
 3,115 168 1 (in thousands) 3,039 3,198 3,254 3,311 21 21 21 21 Total 3,284 3,060 3,219 3,275 3,332 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 25 Portfolio Programme E.06 - Provide National Security 06056- Enhance Disaster Management in the Federation Responsibility Centre 06 - Ministry of National Security 056 National Emergency Management Agency Officer in Charge National Disaster Coordinator Goals/Global Objectives To coordinate and manage national disasters and emergencies Objective(s) for 2016 1.To adopt the Model CDM Policy and legislation 2.To develop hazard specific contingency plans at the community level 3.To enhance the Shelter Management System 4.To expand the use of Social Media in an on-going Public Education Campaign 5.To implement National Hurricane Preparedness Campaign 6.To implement Tsunami Exercise 7.To improve Relief Supplies Management System 8.To produce multi-hazards PSAs for Special Interest Groups 9.To revise the NEMA Districts Volunteer System 10.To strengthen National Tsumani Readiness 11.To strengthen local capacity to address multi hazards Sub-Programme : Expected Results June 2016 5 April - May, 2016 January - December, 2016 May - November, 2016 April 2016 March 2016 July 2016 Performance Indicators Date draft document submitted to Ministry/Government Number of plans developed Period workshop for potential Shelter Managers is conducted Period for the dissemination of information Period for hosting presentations to entities, producing PSAs and having Panel Discussions on Hurricane Preparedness Date activity is undertaken Date the workshop for multi-agency stakeholders is conducted Date when PSAs are launched 2016 Date to complete review activites January - July, 2016 5 Period to undertake activities including signage, drill, maps and training Number of workshops/meetings to expose residents to information and skills 00767 Provide disaster management services 06056- Invest in NEMA 26 Financial Summary
 Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 476 499 508 517 448 43 Total 491 476 499 508 517 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 27 Portfolio Programme E.06 - Provide National Security 06058- Program to Prevent and Reduce Drug Abuse Responsibility Centre 06 - Ministry of National Security 058 National Council on Drug Abuse Prevention Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To develop policies and strategies to reduce drug use and abuse Objective(s) for 2016 1.To Approve National Drug Policy 2.To create awareness of drug use and abuse Sub-Programme : Expected Results December 2016 5 Performance Indicators Date National Drug Policy Approved Number of workshops conducted/PSAs 00782 Support the development of policies and programmes to prevent and reduce drug abuse National counselling and substance abuse centre Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 144 159 170 172 175 Total 144 159 170 172 175 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 28 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 06 MINISTRY OF NATIONAL SECURITY Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ 06051 ADMINISTRATION 0605114 Civilianise Immigration Department 0605116 Construction of Outreach Centre 260,000 900,000 75,000 400,000 06053 FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES 0605310 Purchase of Vehicles and Equipment (Pumps, radio com, etc.)
5,433,800 1,000,000 - $ $ - - Aid $ - - - $ 75,000 REVENUE 400,000 REVENUE 1,000,000 REVENUE Estimated Expenditure 2016 Revenue Loans Development Total Source of Funding 06052 0504411 0504413 0605211 0605212 0605215 0605216 0605217 0605224 0605225 POLICE Safety and Security Improvement Programme Coast Guard Barracks E-911 System Construction of Police Stations(Dieppe Bay, Sdy Pt, Tabernacle, New Castle) Refurbishment of Police Stations Purchase of Protective Gear and Op.
Equipment CCTV Surveillance and Traffic Management System Technology Operations Department Project Upgrade of K9 Unit 25,875,000 900,000 2,186,710 4,500,000 500,000 875,000 23,000,000 1,500,000 2,200,000 2,371,983 750,000 200,000 154,185 500,000 400,000 400,000 100,000 154,185 - - - - - - - - - 5,000,000 - - 9,500,000 REVENUE / EUROPEAN UNION (EU) 500,000 REVENUE REVENUE 875,000 - - - - - - 1,500,000 REVENUE / MEXICAN GOVERNMENT 500,000 REVENUE 400,000 REVENUE 400,000 REVENUE 100,000 REVENUE 154,185 REVENUE Total c/f 64,231,678 10,404,185 0 5,000,000 15,404,185 .
29 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 06 MINISTRY OF NATIONAL SECURITY Project No.

PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ $ Revenue Loans Development Total Source of Funding Total b/f 64,231,678 10,404,185 Refurbishing of Fire Services Buildings Improve Prison Services Upgrade - Canadian Bank Note Painting of NEMA Building Purchase of Vehicles Border Management System E-Passport Project Purchase of Radio Equipment Construction of Police Sts.
(Dieppe Bay, Sdy Pt,Taber) Refurbishment of Police Stations Purchase of Protective Gear and Op.

Equipment CCTV Surveillance and Traffic Management Sys.
Purchase of Bunk Beds and Mattress - Police, Defence Fo Refurbishment of Coast Guard Facilities Computerisation of Police Stations Repairing of NEMA Roof Purchase of Vehicle (NEMA) Procurement of Engines-Stalwart & Small Vessel Law Enforcement Training Project Purchase of Prison Vehicle Procure Vehicle - Dieppe Bay Police Station Construction of Six (6) Cells for Nevis Prison Farm Purchase of Vehicle - Prison Purchase of Twelve (12) Add'nal Patrol Vehicles E. O.

C Retention Estab.
a Machine Readable Passport System Purchase of Veh/Equipt (Def Force/Coast Guard) Hurricane Omar Cleanup 465,000 250,000 386,313 50,000 120,000 5,426,258 9,450,000 611,710 6,900,000 2,200,000 1,000,000 240,000 734,750 200,000 450,000 295,000 1,285,327 565,000 375,000 130,000 500,000 55,000 1,200,000 88,000 2,428,910 403,230 94,667 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Aid $ $ 0 5,000,000 15,404,185 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - REVENUE / LOAN REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE FTS LOAN DEVELOPMENT AID REVENUE / MEXICAN GOVERNMENT REVENUE / LOAN DEVELOPMENT AID DEVELOPMENT AID REVENUE LOAN REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / DEVELOPMENT AID CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CIDA) REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / LOAN REVENUE / LOAN REVENUE / LOAN / REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN (ROC) REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / DEVELOPMENT AID $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TOTAL 100,135,843 10,404,185 0 5,000,000 15,404,185 30 07 - Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 07 - Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce Table of Contents Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary Page 1 1 2 5 6 6 7 7 8 9 9 10 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 12 13 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message As the Minister responsible for International Trade, Industry, Commerce and Consumer Affairs, it is my distinct honour to present the Budget for the fiscal year 2016 and to highlight key areas of public and private sector strategic interest.
Once again, we have made significant strides in the last year despite the continued challenges faced as the country slowly recovers from the negative impact of the global financial and economic recession.

Business investment and consumer activity on St. Kitts and Nevis have picked up considerably as a result of Government's new initiatives, and this is being reflected in a much welcomed return to GDP growth.
We have seen a renewed interest in the expansion of the manufacturing sector which continues to be a major contributor to the socio-economic development of the Federation by providing significant export earnings, and wholesome employment.
In collaboration with the Manufacturing Council of the Chamber of Industry and Commerce, a Strategic Plan for the Manufacturing Sector of St. Kitts and Nevis was developed for 2014 - 2020, which will facilitate greater collaboration in the development and implementation of policies that will lead to the continued growth and sustainability of the Sector.
The focus of our Ministry in 2016 will be on activities that facilitate economic growth, including local investment, export development for services and agro-processed products, employment generation by small and medium enterprises, and growth in consumption as demonstrated since the removal of VAT on food items.
However, in order to improve its effectiveness and relevance, the Ministry has been undertaking a comprehensive review of its human resource capacity as well as undergoing much needed re- organization with the view of producing a more customer-centric service to consumers and business operators.
Specific attention has been given to the operations of the National Bureau of Standards, the Department of Consumer Affairs, and the National Entrepreneurial Development Division (NEDD).This new approach will result in a ministry that ensures increased responsiveness to the needs of the local private sector in particular, as well as other regional and international partners, and will include a specialized "manufacturing desk" as recommended in the Manufacturing Strategy.
Improvement in the speed of "Doing Business" in the Federation has been identified as a major requirement for achieving private-sector growth in investment and sustainability.

The recommendations of a recently concluded study have provided the necessary guidelines with an appropriate implementation strategy and the associated financial resources required for effective implementation.
In order to complement the resources that are available from this Budget, the Ministry will continue to seek and use the financial and technical resources and assistance that are available from regional and international organisations including, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), Commonwealth and World Trade Organisation (WTO) Secretariats, CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) and the CARICOM Regional Organisation for Standards and Quality (CROSQ).
During 2015, these organisations and agencies have provided tremendous support to the Ministry in implementing its work programme and collaboration with these support agencies and institutions will continue in 2016.

The Ministry will also continue to play a pivotal role in implementing the Caribbean Single Market and Economy (CSME), the OECS Economic Union and the CARIFORUM-EU Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) and other bilateral and Multilateral Trade Agreements.
These 1 agreements are being used to expand exports from the Federation which ultimately supports the economic diversification programme of the country.

The completion of the Partial Scope Agreement (PSA) between St. Kitts and Nevis, Brazil and Guyana will expand the possibilities to increase exports to South America.

This increase in exports should be translated into growth in employment, increased foreign exchange and greater choice for consumers at more competitive prices.
The agreement provides opportunities for new investors to establish their businesses in St. Kitts and Nevis and to trade under preferential terms with our trading partners.

Despite the many diplomatic challenges to date, the Ministry pursued the successfully concluded negotiations that to date has allowed St. Kitts and Nevis to accede to this Agreement.
The ratification process by the members of the Agreement has been completed and exporters from the Federation are expected to enjoy the benefits of the agreement very shortly.

In 2016, the Department of Consumer Affairs, will become more effective in protecting consumer's rights in the Federation, while at the same time promoting growth in local consumption.
The Government's initiative to remove the collection of VAT on food items was designed to ensure that consumers in the Federation received some relief as prices on the international market continued to increase.

To achieve this undertaking, regular price and product monitoring, and public awareness of various products in commercial outlets including supermarkets and shops, will become a greater priority.
The Department will also benefit from the overall restructuring of the Ministry which will allow for skill-development and more focused inter-departmental and collaborative activities, thus ensuring that goods and services provided to consumers are wholesome and meet strict international standards.
The Department therefore will play a major role in Consumer Advocacy in the Federation by being vigilant to the interests of consumers and at the same time providing technical support to the providers of goods and services.

It is therefore important to note that as consumers we must become more vigilant in ensuring that we receive value for money and to understand our "Rights and Responsibilities".
In looking ahead, it is imperative that this Ministry makes good use of its budget allocations for 2016 to strengthen its capacity and strategic programming so as to effectively address the challenges that will confront the local productive private sectors in the coming year and beyond.

I am confident that this Ministry is now better equipped to do so and will continue to provide quality service to the citizens of St.Kitts and Nevis.
Hon.Lindsay F.P Grant Minister of International Trade, Industry and Commerce 1.2 Executive Summary The Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce has a pivotal role in assisting Government to achieve its vision for socio-economic development to improve the quality of life for the people of the Federation, by promoting and accelerating sustainable growth and development within the context of economic diversification, human resource development, sound environmental management, a stable macroeconomic and political environment with equity and social justice.
The Ministry is responsible for managing the international relations of the Federation, and overseeing the implementation of St. Kitts and Nevis' obligations regarding the Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas (CARICOM) and the Revised Treaty of Basseterre (OECS) Economic Union.

This will include the management of agreement contained in the provisions of the World Trade 2 Organisation (WTO).
Its objectives are multifold and include coordinating and promoting trade policy, safeguarding and improving the welfare of citizens of the Federation and implementing and monitoring negotiated trade agreements.
We will continue to place focus on securing financial and technical cooperation from regional and international trade organizations such as the Commonwealth Secretariat, CARICOM Regional Organisation for Standards and Quality (CROSQ), Caribbean Export Development Agency (CEDA), World Trade Organisation (WTO), United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), and World Customs Organisation (WCO) while expanding our trade relations with other countries.
The Ministry will participate more actively in regional and multilateral trade organizations especially in the African, Caribbean and Pacific Group of States (ACP) trade meetings.

This unit aims, inter alia, to enable domestic service providers to capitalize on opportunities in regional and international markets, to engage the general public by providing information on matters related to trade policy and how it can be used as a tool for development.
The Ministry will continue to play a pivotal role in implementing the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME) and the CARIFORUM-EC Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), as well as other negotiated bilateral and multilateral trade agreements.
The ratification of the Brazil-Guyana-St. Kitts and Nevis Partial Scope Agreement will require the Ministry to provide further guidance to the private sector, including manufacturers, exporters, and service providers, in consolidating and expanding their access into the Brazilian market.

The Ministry will work closely with regional and international support agencies such as Caribbean Export and UNCTAD, and the local Brazilian Embassy to assist in this process.
Government's adoption and approval of the National Manufacturing Strategy 2014-2020 is a clear indication of the commitment and support that is provided to the manufacturing sector in the Federation.

This strategy provides guidelines to ensure that our manufacturers can benefit from the many opportunities provided by the numerous trade agreements of which St. Kitts and Nevis is a part of.
The Ministry will continue to actively participate in the ongoing CARICOM-Canada Trade and Development Agreement in order to ensure that the final outcome of the negotiations and subsequent Trade Agreement reflect as much as possible, the interests of the Federation and to further its development agenda.

In order to encourage the emergence of a lively entrepreneurial spirit and an active small business sector, a Small Business Policy has been developed in partnership with wide stakeholder participation.
Legislation to govern the implementation of the Policy was enacted in November 2009.

The Ministry continues to explore other possibilities to expand its scope of assistance to micro and small indigenous businesses.

This assistance is being provided by The National Entrepreneurial Development Division (NEDD), a division strategically placed within this Ministry to implement Government's commitment to micro and small business development.
The NEDD will be strengthened with the required expertise to facilitate the delivery of support to SMEs.

The demand on NEDD's resources has been further intensified with the drastic increase in the number of new business entrepreneurs entering the market, a situation further compounded by the support given to SME development by the Sugar Industry Diversification Fund (SIDF) and the "Fresh Start" initiative.
The NEDD is responsible for fostering entrepreneurial development by providing technical assistance to potential and existing entrepreneurs.

The NEDD will continue to creatively assist clients from the point of forming an idea, to its development and the running a successful micro or small business.

The NEDD continues to collaborate with all national, regional and international 3 stakeholders to ensure the efficient delivery of the Department's work plan.
The overall purpose of the Consumer Affairs Department is to foster a commercial environment that is conducive to the fulfillment of the Government's policy commitment to eradicating poverty and to improve the quality of life of consumers, through the promotion of consumer awareness, rights and protection.
To discharge this responsibility, the establishment of a new Consumer Complaints and Competition Affairs Commission will foster a higher level of interaction with the public, to promote and enforce fair and consumer friendly business practices.

The Commission will also develop a sustained effort in Public Education and Outreach, which promotes awareness of issues affecting consumers in the marketplace and educate them on their rights and responsibilities.
The Price Control Unit within the Department of Consumer Affairs is charged with the responsibility of ensuring the Price stability of basic commodities.

Price monitoring in accordance with existing price control legislation is a key responsibility of officers within this unit.

The Consumer Affairs Department has provided human and other resources to assist the Price Control Unit to achieve this objective.

However, the regional environment is challenging the status quo.
St. Kitts and Nevis has made a commitment under Article 185 Part Two of Chapter Eight of the revised Treaty of Chaguaramas to enact harmonized legislation on Consumer Protection.

A commitment was also made under Article 170 to take appropriate legislative measures to establish and maintain national competition authorities.
Moving forward therefore requires that we honour our commitment to the CARICOM Single Market and Economy initiative and more importantly, provide a more efficient and effective service to the consumer and forge ahead with our mandate to create a more competitive business environment.

Therefore, steps must be taken to strengthen the Price Control Unit and two of these steps would include the establishment of the Consumer Affairs Bureau and Tribunal.
The Department will continue to enhance its Public Education and Outreach Campaign so as to better inform consumers of their rights and responsibilities.

An alert and informed consumer is more likely to make wise purchasing decisions as well as actively exercise their rights and responsibilities.
The Bureau of Standards is mandated to ensure that our people are protected from products that are not in compliance with national, regional and international standards and is a necessity for attracting investment, while addressing concerns related to Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT).

In addition, the Bureau of Standards serves as the national arm of the CARICOM Regional Organization for Standards and Quality (CROSQ), which ensures that regional standards are harmonized and implemented.
The Bureau has a major role to provide the institutional framework for facilitating local, regional and international trade by offering services in the areas of quality systems, product certification, metrology, established standards and also to monitor compliance to standards and regulations.

The Department also collaborates with the Ministry of Health and the Department of Consumer Affairs to ensure that requirements for food safety standards are fulfilled.
The Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce is the premier business facilitation and solution provider.

We will provide an enabling and facilitative environment for our clients, contributing to the further economic development of St. Kitts and Nevis.

We recognize that the public wants: • Quick access to information and decision • Clear procedures, hassle free start up, facilitation and after care services provided to micro and small businesses, as well as other administrative functions.
• Trade Facilitation by working closely with the Customs and Excise Department, SCASPA, 4 shipping agencies and other service providers to reduce or remove unnecessary "bottlenecks" throughout the trading process.

The strategy of the Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce is focused on the development of our nation through the strengthening of all sectors within the Federation, while protecting the rights of the consumer.
It also seeks to promote the factors and the enabling environment, which will facilitate the expansion and development of opportunities for our people.

It is our view, that an investment in St. Kitts and Nevis is an investment in the development of our people.
The Ministry will continue to encourage dialogue and collaborate with other Ministries, agencies and institutions within the Federation to provide a coherent environment for the structured approach to development, implementation and management of trade policy in the Federation.

In that regard, the Ministry will continue the implementation of the recommendations of the National Trade Policy Strategy, which was developed with technical assistance from the Commonwealth Secretariat.
Charleton Edwards Permanent Secretary 1.3 Management Representation Statement On behalf of the Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce, I present the Annual Report on Plans and Priorities (RPP) for 2016.

This document provides an accurate representation of the Ministry's plans and priorities for the use of the resources with which it will be provided in 2016 and further into the medium term.
This Report on Plans and Priorities outlines the nature of the Ministry's work and considers the anticipated outlay that will facilitate the implementation of initiatives and efforts related to the Ministry's mandate as it responds to the challenges and opportunities that accompany globalization and the overall economic growth of the Federation.

The Ministry engaged in a comprehensive exercise of strategic planning and collaboration in order to arrive at the plans and priorities outlined in this document.
The output is a true reflection of the consensus view of the various personnel in the Ministry and key stakeholders.

It is my view that this document will serve as an important planning instrument and working guide for the operation of the Ministry in 2016 and beyond.

It will also provide strategic direction and ultimately be used to judge the Ministry's performance provided that the necessary resources are allocated.
This statement is provided given due consideration to the prevailing challenges that confronts Small Vulnerable Economies like St.Kitts and Nevis.

5 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement The Mission of the Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce is to facilitate socio- economic development through accommodative trading arrangements and a competitive and enterprising business sector anchored in a consumer-friendly environment.
Value Statements: • Our hallmark is pride in public service and our mandate to work towards economic prosperity and more sustainable and better jobs for citizens.

• We will deliver excellence in client's service and satisfaction.
• We will develop partnerships with private and public stakeholders in order to reach and serve our clients • Our work is meaningful and produces concrete results • We celebrate achievements and successes • Integrity and accountability are the foundation of our organization • Creativity, learning, and change are integral to the quality of service and career development • Our staff and associates are respected, listened to, inspired and empowered • We work together in an environment that nourishes growth as team players and as individuals Our success depends on effectively linking the needs of the citizens of St. Kitts and Nevis and the interest of current business partners as well as potential partners from local, regional and international communities with the exciting opportunities present in St. Kitts and Nevis.
6 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions INTERNATIONAL TRADE Mission: The Mission of International Trade is to strengthen cooperation with the global community, promote the country's contribution to multilateral trade organizations and provide opportunities for economic investments by developing a range of programmes aimed at promoting fair and accessible trade.
Vision: To strengthen policy making and implementation in accordance with the strategic political, social and economic interests of St. Kitts and Nevis.

Our aim: To ensure the smooth implementation of the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME), the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) and other Trade Agreements.

Government's decision to transition the economy away from sugar towards a more services oriented one continues to gain momentum and focus.
The attention previously given to King Sugar, which was the Federation's mainstay for hundreds of years, is now being directed to enhancing other areas that will contribute to the country's economic well-being.

International Trade stresses the importance of adopting a strategic approach in all negotiating theatres to ensure that a balance is achieved between our national interests and those of our trading partners.
INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE Mission: Industry and Commerce strives to be an innovative, regionally and globally focused, business savvy, solutions-oriented and service-based development public agency.

Vision: To improve the development of the commercial and industrial sector by providing efficient and responsive services, which would enhance the sector and encourage business owners to view the country as a valued destination for doing business.
Our aim: To be the most knowledgeable, client focused consensus and results-driven, micro and small business development, facilitation and aftercare entity in the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).

Industry and Commerce objectives for these three years include: • The creation of an enabling environment for Entrepreneurial Development.

• The establishment of a National Entrepreneurial Development Division.
• The building and sustaining of relationships with key private sector business organizations and associations.
• Create specific programmes for supporting existing and future indigenous local business investors • The operationalization of the Consumer Complaints and Competition Affairs Commission • Educate businesses and consumers of their rights and responsibilities • To provide analytical testing for food infrastructure in Federation • Promote efficiency in production, trade and services through standardization and verification of quality 7 • Full and timely implementation of all Trade Agreements • To uphold all regional and international trade policies 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives The Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce shall endeavour to achieve several annual objectives in support of the strategic goals.
These include: • Continuing to implement the negotiated trade agreements, in particular the Brazil-Guyana- Partial Scope Agreement (PSA)• • Increasing the amount of financial and technical cooperation from bilateral arrangements • Facilitating and hosting of consultations and meetings • Informing the public on trade related matters and issues of interest to the Federation • Continuing to implement the CARICOM Single Market Economy (CSME) and the OECS Economic Union in particular to facilitate the Free Circulation of Goods.
• Implementing the Economic Partnership Agreement between the EU and CARIFORUM countries • Providing a novel, professional and inviting environment for doing business • Development of promotional and marketing material to promote local investment.
• Partnering with the CIC, St. Kitts Investment Promotion Agency (SKIPA), Nevis Investment Promotion Agency (NIPA)and other local associations for joint initiatives • Provide "hand-holding" and business support services to SMEs for capacity building • Consultation, facilitation and collaboration with business organizations and other stakeholders to ensure their understanding of the local, regional and global business environment • Review of policies and legislations impacting on the Ministry's functions • Research and examine existing programmes and best practices • Draft policies in furtherance of Ministry's objectives • Strengthen the capacity of the National Bureau of Standards to ensure that goods provided for sale to the general public and export comply with required standards.
• Organise specialty training programmes • Sourcing of technical support for capacity building of the Ministry • Advise on accessing financing and other technical support and training for SMEs • Providing support for marketing of locally produced goods and services 8 • Assistance in the adoption and implementation of regional and international standards • Create and implement public awareness campaigns on issues relating to the Ministry's mandate • Actively participating in regional meetings in particular the Council for Trade and Economic Development (COTED) as well as other trade policy meetings nationally, regionally and internationally.
• Improving on the consultative and collaborative process for trade policy development and implementation.

2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year There were no major modifications made to the Portfolio's Strategic Directions during the year.
2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives • Facilitating and providing training for professional development of staff • Encouraging other line Ministries to play their part in facilitating the implementation of trade Policy, in particular the enactment of legislation establishment of the supporting regulations • Requesting technical assistance from partnering countries and organizations • Facilitating the participation of staff at sub-regional, regional and international meetings • Providing training in business processes for small businesses • Ongoing Public Awareness Programmes • Ongoing consultations with all stakeholders • Ensuring that the legislative framework is in place to underpin the implementation of programme • Make known the benefits to be derived from the Caribbean Community Single Market and Economy (CSME) and Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), in particular expediting implementation of the EPA • Make known the benefits and opportunities that can be gained through increased private investment • Developing an SME Strategy which will assist in identifying and mobilizing adequate resources to support SMEs • Strenging the relationship of the Ministry with the business community • Re-establishment of the Standards Council and improving on the output of the Bureau of 9 Standards 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives • Limited human resources • Delay in receipt of assistance due by third parties • Inability to attend meetings for which funding is not available • Securing assistance for specific projects from donor countries and organizations • Late responses from Ministries regarding training opportunities or meetings • Differences between national objectives with priorities of donor countries • Lack of resources for development of business incubator • Lack of timely inputs and poor collaboration among other Line Ministries 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon The Portfolio's resources will be utilized to implement the activities necessary to achieve the annual goals of the Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce.
2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures The achieved results of the previous year have impacted the current year's planned expenditures to the extent that an increase will be necessary to achieve similar successes to the previous year.
10 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects In 2016, the Ministry of International Trade, Industry,Commerce and Consumer Affairs intends to implement the following major project: • Extension of St. Kitts & Nevis Bureau of Standards Building 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important • Implement Economic Partnership Agreement 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information The Ministry makes annual contributions to the following; • GATT/World Trade Organization (WTO) • Community Competition Commission • Caribbean Export Development Agency (CEDA) • CARICOM Regional Organisation for Standards and Quality (CROSQ) • International Organization for Standardization (IOS) • Caribbean Consumer Council (CCC) • Office for Trade Negotiations (OTN) • Pan American Standards Commission (COPANT) 11 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.07 - Support Sm all Business Developm ent, Industry and Com m erce Responsibility Centre 07 - M inistry of International Trade, Industry and Com m erce Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To provide opportunities for economic development through small business formulation and industrial development.
To provide a range of programs aimed at promoting fair and accessible trade.

To develop a competitive consumer sensitive domestic market and economy.
Financial Sum m ary Program m e Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 07074- Provide Administrative Support 1,321 1,559 1,631 1,649 1,667 07075- Establish and Monitor Standards 07075- Promote Small Business Development 07117- Manage Consumer Affairs 07074- Invest in Trade Invest in Bureau of Standards 653 216 784 154 140 827 294 752 162 290 857 307 783 77 250 872 312 797 77 250 887 318 810 77 250 Total 3,269 3,885 3,905 3,956 4,008 12 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.07 - Support Small Business Development, Industry and Commerce 07074- Provide Administrative Support 07 - Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce 074 International Trade Officer in Charge Finance Officer Goals/Global Objectives To provide effective administrative support for International Trade Objective(s) for 2016 1.To create an enabling environment to foster the professional development of staff Sub-Programme : Expected Results 4 Sessions Performance Indicators Number of quarterly staff development activities 01542 Manage General Administration of International Trade 07074- Manage Telecommunication Service 00554 Participate in Trade Related Meetings 00553 Implement Trade Agreements 01315 Provide administrative support Participation in Regional and International Organizations Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 1,321 1,279 1,319 1,336 1,354 280 312 312 312 Total 1,321 1,559 1,631 1,649 1,667 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 13 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.07 - Support Small Business Development, Industry and Commerce 07074- Promote and Implement International Trade Policies 07 - Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce 074 International Trade Officer in Charge Finance Officer Goals/Global Objectives To assist with the development of the Federation through international trade Objective(s) for 2016 1.To actively participate in CARICOM Technical Working & Technical Negotiating Group Meeting 2.To conduct consultations and public awareness in Services Exportation and readiness 3.To conduct ongoing consultations with stakeholders in order to ensure that our national interests are reflected in the outcome of the agreement.
4.To conduct workshops on Association Formation, and strenghtening Intellectual Property Rights, International Standards, Trade Agreements, accessing other markets through trade missions and fairs.
5.To continue to develop a strategy to reform the implementation of ODCs 6.To continue to implement and monitor the negotiated trade agreements Expected Results 80% 6 4 6 4 August 2016 September 2016 5 7.To continue to participate in the OECS Technical Working Group Meetings 8.To continue to participate in the ongoing CARICOM-Canada Trade and Development Negotiations 9.To create public awareness of state of play of negotiations 10.To establish a National Co-ordination body to have oversight of the Doing Business Policy in St. Kitts-Nevis 11.To implement two(2) components of the National Manufacturing Strategy 14 12 4 4 6 2 2 14 Performance Indicators Percentage of information requested provided in a timely manner Number of meetings attended Number of activities undertaken Number of Consultations to prepare for Technical Working Group Meeting Number of workshops conducted Date for completion of consultations with Customs & Excise Department and CARICOM Secretariat Date for the completion of consultations Number of initiatives undertaken to create public awareness of project Number of meetings held by Skills Certificate Committee Number of public consultation activities held on the five regimes of the CSME.
Number of meetings participated in to present St. Kitts and Nevis Negotiating position Number of meetings attended in order to actively participate to ensure that the interest of St. Kitts and Nevis are represented at the conclusion of the negotiations Number of Media Events, Public-Private Sector Consultations Number of training seminars Number of training seminars 12.To provide continued support to National Steering Committee to monitor and coordinate implementation of the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA).
13.To provide educational dorums on getting a business started, incubation services, network formation and exporting business 14.To secure technical cooperation from international trade organizations such as ITC, Commonwealth Secretariat, WTO, UNCTAD, WIPO, WCO 15.To update and maintain Web Portal for outreach support to service providers 4 4 8 Number of quarterly meetings held Number of Media Events, Public-Sector Consultations, Sensitization Workshops, Member Meetings completed.
Number of initiatives done to increase the level of tech cooperation received to build capacity in public and private sector 16 Number of articles completed and uploaded on website 15 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.07 - Support Small Business Development, Industry and Commerce 07074- Invest in Trade 07 - Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce 074 International Trade Officer in Charge Finance Officer Goals/Global Objectives To provide effective administrative support for International Trade Sub-Programme : 0707410 - Purchase of Vehicle - Revenue 0707411 - Enhancing Agro Processing Industry - Dev Aid 0707412 - Implementation of the Economic Partnership Agreement - Dev Aid 0707413 - Paving of Bird Rock Industrial Site Road Network Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 154 162 77 77 77 Total 154 162 77 77 77 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 16 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.07 - Support Small Business Development, Industry and Commerce 07075- Establish and Monitor Standards 07 - Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce 075-293 Bureau of Standards Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To establish standards in the Federation based on international and regional requirements and monitor for compliance Objective(s) for 2016 1.To assure the intergrity of gaming/casino operations and public confidence 2.To be actively involved in CROSQ, COPANT and SIM meetings and projects Expected Results 1 2 4 1 1 1 5 3.To develop and demonstrate a Sustainable Management Mechanism for POPs and other chemicals under the Stockholm Convention December 2016 December 2016 4.To establish standards for safety and quality for all goods and services in the Federation 5.To implement Energy Efficiency Labels and Standards for Household Appliances and Lighting Equipment 1 4 2 1 3 200 5 17 Performance Indicators Number of Gaming Standards adopted and implemented Number of CROSQ council meetings/seminars attended Number of Chemical Metrology working group meetings/workshops attended Number of CARIMET strategic planning meeting and SIM General Assembly attended Number of SIM time and frequency working group/workshop to build capacity in time and frequency measurements attended Number of SIM ionizing radiation working group meetings and activities attended Number of Marketing Information Knowledge and Education Management (MIKE) committee meetings attended Date the National Implementation Plan will be updated Date the gap and barrier analysis of the current chemicals management legislation and practices will be updated Number of a "three year standardization strategy" for implementation in the Federation developed Number of standards relevant and important to the Federation, including Labelling Standards related to food, energy efficiency, pre-packaged goods etc.
adopted Number of training sessions held for retailers on energy efficiency labelling standard Number of demand surveys of companies conducted Number of public education programmes held on Metrology Legislation and Standards Number of tests carried out on CFL (durability and electrical efficiency) Number of refrigerators tested for energy 6.To improve awareness of the St. Kitts & Nevis Bureau of Standards 7.To monitor Air Pollution 8.To provide a service the industry and the economy in the field of Metrology 9.To safeguard health and safety of consumer by ensuring imports, exports and locally consumed goods conform to national regional and international standards and quality.
10.To strengthen Bureau of Standards' capacity 4 3 March, 2016 April, 2016 May 20, 2016 June 9, 2016 October 13, 2016 5 3 120 102 2 3400 3 1 1 December 2016 1 efficiency Number of awareness and sensitization activities completed Number of quality management documents and procedures developed to facilitate the implementation of a quality management system to ISO-9001 Date to complete the enhancement of Web online presence Date Agriculture Open Day is held Date World Metrology Day celebrated Date World Accreditation Day celebrated Date World Standards Day celebrated Number of Air Quality Monitoring programmes implemented Number of analyses of air quality in school buildings, government offices and commercial buildings conducted Number of industry and commercial scales calibrated and verified Number of fuel dispensing pumps verified Number of Metrology Training Workshops held Number of inspections and testing of imported and local foods under the Food Compliance Programme Number of technical capacity building activities in the areas of mass temperature, volume and electrical meter testing attempted Number of quality management documents and procedures to facilitate the implementation of a quality management system to ISO-9001 in 2016 developed Number of Department's staff trained in QMS and internal Audits for ISO-9001 Date for the development and implementation of the accreditation plan for salmonella testing in food to ISO-17025 Number of measurement capabilities of the Bureau of Standards with the receipt of metrology equipement funded under the 10th EDF enhanced Sub-Programme : 01355 Provide administrative support 01357 Provide laboratory services and monitor health concerns in respect to quality 01386 Provide technical assistance on standards and quality 18 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 653 827 857 872 887 Total 653 827 857 872 887 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant
 Principal Repayment Net Lending 19 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.07 - Support Small Business Development, Industry and Commerce 07075- Promote Small Business Development 07 - Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce 075-294 National Entrepreneural Development Division Officer in Charge Administrator Goals/Global Objectives To encourage and facilitate the development of small and medium sized businesses in the Federation Objective(s) for 2016 1.To conduct and deliver training workshops 2.To develop E-Commerce and ICT Solutions and Training Programmes 3.To plan and conduct multimedia promotions 4.To provide mentoring and support for business development to SMEs 5.To provide support to SMEs to acquire financial incentives and concessions Sub-Programme : Expected Results 10 Performance Indicators Number of workshops conducted July 2016 Date of modules completion 12 75 Number of media events Number of potential entrepreneur assisted 100 Number of potential entrepreneur assisted 01408 Manage Marketing and Investment Services 01407 Provide enterprise support and development Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 216 294 307 312 318 Total 216 294 307 312 318 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 20 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.07 - Support Small Business Development, Industry and Commerce Invest in Bureau of Standards 07 - Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce 075-293 Bureau of Standards Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To establish standards in the Federation based on international and regional requirements and monitor for compliance Sub-Programme : 0707511 - Extension of St.Kitts and Nevis Bureau of Standards Building 0707512 - Purchase of Vehicle Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures
 Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 140 290 250 250 250 Total 140 290 250 250 250 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 21 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.07 - Support Small Business Development, Industry and Commerce 07117- Manage Consumer Affairs 07 - Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce 117-511 Consumer Affairs Division Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To educate consumers and businessses on their rights and responsibilities and to enforce the laws covering consumer rights and responsibilities Objective(s) for 2016 1.
To process and mediate written consumer complaints in a timely manner 2.To conduct price monitoring exercises 3.To produce Consumer Corner Radio Segment 4.To provide information about consumer rights and responsibilities, trends and monitoring complaints for violations in the marketplace.
Expected Results 7 days 24 75% 60 12 24 200 3 3 24 24 15 10 Performance Indicators Average processing time to close complaint Number of written complaints received Percentage action initiated within 3 days Number of telephone calls handled Number of field verification visits Number of "A look at the Supermarkets" distributed Number of visits to shops and supermarkets conducted Number of "back to school textbook" survey distributed Number of Uniform Price Survey distributed Number of pharmaceutical price comparisons completed Number of informative skits produced Number of activities including those conducted during Consumer Week Number of news releases, speeches and consumer protection education passed on to secondary schools, universities, and civic groups Sub-Programme : 01389 Provide administrative support 01390 Educate consumers and businesses 01401 Participate in regional and international organisation 01391 Respond to consumer complaints 511 Manage Licencing and Price Controls 22 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 784 752 783 797 810 Total 784 752 783 797 810 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 23 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 07 MINISTRY OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE, INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ 07074 INTERNATIONAL TRADE 0707412 Implement Economic Partnership Agreement 589,092 $ - 07075 BUREAU OF STANDARDS 0707511 Extension of St. Kitts and Nevis Bureau of Standards Building 730,000 250,000 Purchase of Vehicle Purchase of Vehicle Enhance Agro Processing Industry 90,000 58,000 61,025 - - - Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding Revenue Loans Development Aid $ Total $ 76,904 76,904 CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (CDB) - - - - 250,000 REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT FUND (CDF) $ - - - - - TOTAL 1,528,117 250,000 0 76,904 326,904 24 08 - Ministry of Finance Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 08 - Ministry of Finance Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 1 3 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 8 9 10 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message The 2016 Budget is underpinned by my Team Unity Administration commitment to have a fresh start towards sustainable development, growth and prosperity.
I am especially pleased to present the Estimates in a period of strong growth for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis.

The latest estimates show that we will record real GDP growth of 6.7% for 2015 and 4.6% in 2016.

The continued expansion in economic activity will result from the ongoing construction work related to private sector hotel and condominium developments, public sector investment projects including the construction of roads in new residential areas.
We will intensify our efforts to increase stay-over and cruise passenger arrivals through increased airlifts and cruise ship calls.

No doubt, the prospects for further expansion will be contingent on the continued growth in advanced economies including the Federation's major trading partners and the successful implementation of the reforms to our Citizenship by Investment Programme, which we are confident, will bear fruit in the near future.
During 2016, my Ministry will continue to be in the forefront to ensure that the fiscal gains are safeguarded through prudent economic management and fiscal discipline.

It is for this reason that I present a credible budget for the 2016 fiscal year that is consistent with the objectives of our Medium Term Fiscal Framework.

Hence, an Overall Surplus of $77.6 million and a Primary Surplus of $106.7 million are projected for the 2016 fiscal year.
Given the emerging issues of the regional and international environment, it is especially important that we allocate and manage our limited resources more efficiently.

Our priorities for the year will also include enhancing the delivery of Government services, harmonizing our policies and procedures across the various Departments, reviewing the tax concession regime and strengthening the legislative framework.
It gives me great pleasure to present the plans and fiscal targets for the Ministry of Finance for 2016.

These goals were developed by the staff of the Ministry of Finance and its Departments under my guidance.

The Strategic Plan for the Ministry conforms to the requirements of the Finance Administration Act, the Tax Administration and Procedures Act, the Customs and Excise Act and other relevant legislation and policies of the Government.
I wish to take this opportunity to thank the staff of the Ministry of Finance including the Office of the Financial Secretary, the Accountant General's Department, the Inland Revenue Department, the Customs and Excise Department and the Financial Intelligence Unit for their commitment to producing the various aspects of these strategic priorities.

Hon.
Hon.

Dr. Timothy Harris Minister of Finance 1.2 Executive Summary The Ministry of Finance is primarily responsible for the formulation, execution, and monitoring and evaluation of Government's fiscal and taxation policies.

Moreover, the role of the Ministry encompasses the setting and enforcement of standards to ensure that there is effective financial management and accountability systems in place to guide the financial operations of the Government.
The Ministry has developed a Medium Term Fiscal Framework covering the period 2016 to 2018.

1 This document defines the broad parameters that underpin the decision making process in respect of the Budget.

One of the main focuses of the Ministry is to promote prudent financial management at the level of the various Line Ministries so that the Government can realise a surplus on all major accounts.

Preliminary data for 2015 indicates that the Government will achieve an Overall Surplus $139.9 million.
Efforts would be made in 2016 to ensure that a surplus is returned in 2016.

The Ministry is also charged with responsibility for implementing the Medium Term Debt Management Strategy.

This Strategy will continue to be used to guide debt management activities targeted at reducing the debt stock and achieving the ECCB 60% debt to GDP benchmark by the end of the year.

We look forward to achieving this very important milestone well ahead of schedule.
There are five (5) programmes for which the Ministry of Finance has responsibility.

The responsibilities assigned to each programme are clearly defined to enable efficient service delivery and ensure that the Ministry meets its objectives.

In 2016 the Accountant General's Department will be coordinating a Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability (PEFA) assessment.

This will entail a review of the budget execution over the last three years.
The main areas to be assessed include: public expenditure, procurement and financial accountability systems of St. Kitts and Nevis.

Efforts would also be made to develop an action plan detailing the areas for further reform and capacity building to support the modernisation of the public financial management system.

The Department will undergo training in December2015 in preparation for the full PEFA assessment in 2016.
Another notable initiative of the Accountant General's Department in 2016 is the hosting of an "Informational Exercise."

This exercise is geared towards orienting new Permanent Secretaries and Heads of Departments to their roles as Accounting Officers as outlined in the Finance Administration Act.

The Inland Revenue Department continues to make considerable strides in improving its services to taxpayers by offering taxpayers the option of paying a number of taxes online.
In 2016, the online payment will be extended to all tax types.

The Department will also forge ahead with further developing its human resource capacity as well as improving overall tax administration.

In 2016, the Customs and Excise Department will launch its online payment option which will greatly facilitate the ease of doing business for its clients.

The Voluntary Compliance Program (VCP), which was initiated as a pilot this year, will become fully functional in 2016.
The Ministry of Finance will continue its normal functions which are all geared to creating and maintaining a sustainable fiscal environment while encouraging buoyancy in the economy.

The Ministry would also continue its advocacy for strengthening the legal and regulatory framework so that the Public and Private Sectors can operate in a financial and economic environment that is compliant with international standards.
The services provided by the Ministry include: • Financial Planning and Budgeting • Oversight of Government's financial management practices and controls • Financial and economic planning and reporting • Risk and debt management services • Banking and accounting services for Government • Implementation and administration of a framework for government's oversight of Public Corporations • Licencing of businesses 2 • Tax policy development and administration • Implement measures to counter money laundering and terrorist financing • Border control services • Managing tax concessions During 2016, the Ministry of Finance would be implementing a Budget Reform initiative to further strengthen the budget process.
The reform would among other things align components of the Budget Cycle with PEFA standards, develop budget manuals for line Ministry of Finance and Line Ministries as well as update programs and indicators for Ministries.

Capacity training will also be an important element of this exercise.
The Ministry will also collaborate with the Accountant General's Department to complete the implementation of the International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) in the preparation of the financial statements for Government.
In 2016 work will continue on strengthening public finance management; management of the AML and CFT framework; strengthening the regulation of the non-bank financial institutions and exchange of information for tax purposes; the implementation of the Anti -Fraud policy; the administration of the country's obligations related to the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA); and preparation for the introduction of the OECD Common Reporting Standards (CRS).
Some of the capital projects to be implemented by the Ministry in 2016 include the renovation of the treasury building as well as the renovation of the building on the Bay Road previously known as the John Gumbs building which has been purchased by Government.

These projects are part of a government initiative to meet the demand for more office space for government departments and to significantly reduce government's expenditure on rental of office space.
1.3 Management Representation Statement On behalf of the Ministry of Finance, I present the Annual Report on the Plans and Priorities for 2016.

The document provides an accurate representation of the Ministry's plans and priorities for the use of the resources which the Ministry has been provided with for 2016 and the medium term.

It is my view that the document will serve as a very important planning tool and a working guide for the Ministry's work plan for 2016 and beyond.
This report provides strategic direction for the Ministry and would facilitate monitoring and evaluation of the Ministry's performance.
Mrs. Hilary Hazel Financial Secretary 3 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement To provide sustainable economic and fiscal policies: high quality programs and activities to accompany a prudent regulatory framework that supports a vibrant , resilient economy which offers opportunities for the improvement of the standard of living and well being of the citizens of St. Kitts and Nevis.
4 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions Government's policy direction for the Ministry is: (1) To foster a competitive, vibrant environment that promotes a conducive investment climate and economic growth (2) To continue the transformation of the economy from sugar to a diversified economy driven mainly by tourism, construction and financial services 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives The Annual Objectives for the Ministry are: • To strengthen Public Financial Management.
• To reduce Public Sector debt to a sustainable level.

• To strengthen the management of Government's debt.

• To establish conditions for sustained economic growth.

• To achieve a Primary Balance Surplus of 4% of GDP.

• To improve the medium-term orientation of the Budget.

2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year The development of a new comprehensive development strategy which will serve as the blue print for the national development over ther next several years.
2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives • Continue to strengthen Government Public Financial Management Procedures • Coordinate activities in respect of Exchange of Information (EOI) agreements • Implementation of FATCA • Complete drafting of Procurement Regulations • Completion of the ASYCUDA Project • Restructuring of the Chart of Accounts 5 • Implementation of Port Clearance Audits • Adoption of International Public Sector Accounting and Standards (IPSAS) • Establishment of a Growth and Stabilization Fund 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives (1) Limited access to adequately trained human resources (2) Competing with the Private Sector for persons with financial skills and/or background in economics 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon Resources will be used to meet the Long Term Strategic Objectives of the Ministry of Finance.
2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures It is anticipated that the economic recovery will gather further momentum in 2016 and the fiscal space that was created over the past year would be utilized to support priority areas that will contribute to the achievement of the Government's strategic objectives.
6 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects • Institutional Strengthening for Social and Economic Development • Pre-Investment Fund • Renovation of Treasury Building • Renovation of John Gumbs Building • Customs and Excise Enhancement Compound • Upgrade/Rehabilitation of Government's Buildings • Implementation of AEOI 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important • Upgrade of ITMS • Financial Data Centre • Enhancement of Asycuda • Upgrade of Customs and Excise Building at Ferry Terminal • Expansion of Enforcement, K9 and Marine Unit 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects Implementation of AEOI - Work for this project is ongoing with a greater percentage of the project completed Renovation of John Gumbs Building - Major work has begun and is expected to be completed in 2016 Risk Based Audit Management System - Completed Enhancement of Asycuda - Major work has been completed.
Continue work on fixing bugs 7 2.4 Transfer Payment Information The following are Transfer Payments to be made by the Ministry of Finance: (1) Pensions and Gratuities (2) Contributions will be made to the following Regional and International Organizations: FINANCIAL SECRETARY'S OFFICE • Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) • Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) • Caribbean Regional Technical Assistance Centre (CARTAC) • International Finance Corporation (IFC) • Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) INLAND REVENUE DEPARTMENT • Commonwealth Association of Tax Administrators (CATA) CUSTOMS AND EXCISE DEPARTMENT • Caribbean Customs Law Enforcement Council (CCLEC) FINANCIAL INTELLIGENCE UNIT • Egmont 8 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.08 - M anage Finance Responsibility Centre 08 - M inistry of Finance Officer in Charge Financial Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To take leadership in the development and implementation of an overall economic and fiscal strategy aimed at promoting financial and economic stability and growth towards the improvement of the standard of living and well being of all citizens of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Objective (s ) for 2016 1.To foster a competitive, vibrant environment that promotes Economic Growth Expected Results 48 hrs Perform ance Indicators Number of hours taken to process business licences/respond to applicants Financial Sum m ary Program m e 08081- Administer Government Finances and Policies 08082- Manage Government Accounts 08083- Manage the Administration and Collection of Inland Revenue Department Revenue 08084- Manage Collection of Customs Department Revenue and Enforce Border Security 08090- Provide Counter Measures to Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing 08081- Net Lending Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) Total 344,470 304,604 229,905 202,060 196,588 9 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme E.08 - Manage Finance 08081- Administer Government Finances and Policies Responsibility Centre 08 - Ministry of Finance 081 Financial Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Deputy Financial Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To formulate Government's fiscal and economic policies to ensure that Government's financial and economic plans, programs and activities are implemented in the most effective and efficient manner in order to improve the social, financial and well being of the citizens of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To foster a competitive, vibrant environment that produces economic growth 2.To improve accountability in Government Ministries and Statutory Bodies 3.To prepare a timely Budget consistent with Government's strategic plans and objectives 4.To produce Reports in a timely manner Expected Results 48 hours Performance Indicators Number of hours taken to process business licenses/respond to application 100% At least 80% December 31 2016 Percentage of Ministries submitting monthly Reports to the Ministry of Finance Percentage of Statutory Bodies submitting quarterly Management Reports to the Ministry of Finance Date by which Government's 2017 Budget is submitted to Parliament 1 2 12 4 1 1 2 1 Number of Debt Sustainability analyses Number of Economic and Fiscal Review Reports Number of Monthly Fiscal Data Reports Number of Quarterly Ministry Reports Number of Midterm Fiscal Framework Report Number of Public Debt and Statistical Bulletins Number of Debt Summary Reports Number of Debt Portfolio Reviews Sub-Programme : 301 Provide Administration Services 302 Fiscal, Policy, Investment and Debt Management Division 303 Provide Budgeting Services 08081 Invest in Financial Secretary's Office 08081- Manage Telecommunication Service 10 Portfolio Programme E.08 - Manage Finance 08081- Net Lending Responsibility Centre 08 - Ministry of Finance 081 Financial Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Deputy Financial Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To provide for funds lent to Statutory Corporations etc.
Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) Total 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 11 Portfolio Programme E.08 - Manage Finance 08082- Manage Government Accounts Responsibility Centre 08 - Ministry of Finance 082 Accountant General's Department Officer in Charge Accountant General Goals/Global Objectives To ensure that all government transactions are recorded and reported in keeping with acceptable government accounting policies and principles.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To disburse all payments in an efficient manner 2.To disburse salaries and wages to public officers by the scheduled dates 3.To manage risks and internal controls within Government Ministries and Departments 4.To monitor Government Departments for compliance and efficiency 5.To pay all Government debt obligations by the scheduled dates 6.To pay pensions and gratuities by the scheduled dates 7.To produce reports on Government's debt position 8.To produce timely annual Financial Statements 9.To provide Government with a reliable computerised accounting system 10.To strengthen and support department's ability to identify and manage risk and other challenges Sub-Programme : Expected Results Less than 5% 0 4 100% 0 0 4 Performance Indicators Percentage of customer complaints Number of times the monthly and weekly payrolls are late Number of risk-based audits completed per year Percentage of high risk Departments that are audited during the year Number of times the debt service payments are late Number of times the approved pensions and gratuities are late Number of quarterly reports produced By June 30th, 2016 Less than 20 Date that annual Financial Statements are submitted to the Director of Audit as required by law Number of downtime hours in the year 2 Number of training sessions per year 311 Provide Financial Control and Treasury Management 312 Provide Funds Management Services 313 Provide Systems Support 01147 Provide Internal Audit Services 315 Monitor and Repay Public Debt 01144 Provide Accounting and Reporting Services 08082- Invest in Accountant General's Department 12 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 19,291 7,043 23,615 29,586 5,700 22,427 30,328 7,200 31,132 30,437 7,200 31,132 30,548 3,350 31,132 Total 49,949 57,713 68,660 68,769 65,030 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 13 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.08 - Manage Finance 08083- Manage the Administration and Collection of Inland Revenue Department Revenue 08 - Ministry of Finance 083 Inland Revenue Department Officer in Charge Comptroller of Inland Revenue Goals/Global Objectives To administer the tax laws in an efficient and equitable manner, to promote voluntary compliance, and to maximize revenue.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.Enhance Audit Compliance 2.Improve Collections & Enforcement Operations 3.Improve Information Technology Capability 4.Improve Returns Processing Operations 5.Improved Taxpayer Services 6.Meet Projected Revenue Targets Sub-Programme : Expected Results 65% 65% 65% 85% 85% 100% Performance Indicators Percentage of audits completed.
Percentage of enforced collection cases closed Percentage of information systems deployed Percentage of returns processed by tax type Percentage of new taxpayers registered by tax type Percentage of revenue collected broken down by tax, penalty and interest SP3.1 Provide Support in the Collection of Revenue and the Administration of Taxes 00998 Provide Taxpayer Service including Registration 00999 Assess Tax Liability and Process Tax Declarations 01000 Collect Taxes and Enforce Collections 01001 Audit the Application of Taxes 01002 Provide Property Valuation Services 08083-Invest in the Collection of Domestic Revenue 0808330-Revonation of John Gumbs Building Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 8,463 13,172 129 (in thousands) 6,832 1,648 88 7,330 1,000 88 7,239 1,000 88 7,354 1,000 88 Total 21,764 8,568 8,418 8,327 8,442 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 14 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 112,352 815 95,103 1,250 83,497 1,900 81,867 1,900 81,193 1,900 136,262 122,559 50,246 23,863 22,537 Total 249,430 218,912 135,643 107,630 105,630 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 15 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.08 - Manage Finance 08084- Manage Collection of Customs Department Revenue and Enforce Border Security 08 - Ministry of Finance 084 Customs and Excise Department Officer in Charge Comptroller of Customs Goals/Global Objectives To serve our citizens, collect and protect all our revenues with fairness, efficiency and integrity and enforce compliance laws at our borders.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To meet projected revenue targets 2.To redesign the process flow to enhance customer service Sub-Programme : 01422 Administer the Customs Function 01423 Examine and Evaluate Cargo Expected Results 0% 5% Performance Indicators Percentage variation between actual collections and budgeted targets Percentage reduction in clearance and processing time 01424 Enforce and Monitor the Implementation of the Legislation 01425 Provide Processing and Collection Services 02006 Provide Refunds 02008 Contribute to Regional Organisations 08084-Invest in the Collection of Customs Revenue 04276-Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 19,243 3,700 13,604 4,200 13,893 1,600 14,031 1,600 14,171 1,600 Total 22,943 17,804 15,493 15,631 15,771 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 16 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.08 - Manage Finance 08090- Provide Counter Measures to Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing 08 - Ministry of Finance 090 Financial Intelligence Unit Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To restrict and prevent money laundering and terrorist financing in the Federation.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To continue to maintain competent and motivated staff 2.To improve Feedback to Reporting Sector 3.To increase AML/CTF awareness level of the reporting sector 4.To produce reports in a timely manner Expected Results 6 0 100% 4 2 20 Dec 2016 Performance Indicators Number of Training Sessions Late distribution of Status Reports Status Reports distributed Number of Workshops/Seminars conducted Number of Literature distributed Time-frame in which quarterly reports were submitted Time frame in which annual report was submitted Sub-Programme : 00874 Provide Counter Measures to Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing 01354 Contribute to International Organisations Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 375 9 597 11 680 11 692 11 704 11 Total 384 608 691 703 715 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 17 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 08 MINISTRY OF FINANCE Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Expenditure 2016 Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ $ Development Aid $ Total $ Source of Funding ADMINISTRATION Pre-Investment Fund Implementation of AEOI Institutional Strengthening for Social and Economic Dev.
Upgrade/Rehabilitation of Government's Buildings 5,000,000 5,400,000 20,000,000 5,000,000 1,500,000 1,700,000 1,500,000 2,500,000 ACCOUNTANT GENERAL Financial Data Centre Upgrading of the Intelligent Treasury Management System (ITMS) Renovation of Treasury Building 750,000 500,000 1,358,450 400,000 6,205,416 1,000,000 INLAND REVENUE 0808121 0808122 0808524 0808127 08082 0808211 0808212 0808213 08083 0808330 Renovation of John Gumbs Building 7,000,000 1,000,000 08084 0808414 0808420 0808421 0808422 CUSTOMS DEPARTMENT Upgrade of Customs and Excise Building at Ferry Terminal Expansion of Enforcement, K9 and Marine Unit Enhancement of ASYCUDA Customs and Excise Enforcement Compound 650,000 3,000,000 2,800,000 3,000,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 1,000,000 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1,500,000 1,700,000 1,500,000 2,500,000 REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / EUROPEAN UNION (EU) REVENUE 500,000 REVENUE 400,000 REVENUE 1,000,000 REVENUE 1,000,000 REVENUE 200,000 200,000 200,000 REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / SEMCAR / EUROPEAN UNION (EU) 1,000,000 REVENUE Total c/f 60,163,866 11,700,000 0 0 11,700,000 19 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 08 MINISTRY OF FINANCE Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Expenditure 2016 Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ $ Development Aid $ Total $ Source of Funding Total b/f 60,163,866 11,700,000 0 0 11,700,000 Online Tax Initiative Risk Based Audit Management System Integrated Financial Management Info System SIGTAS Upgrade Financial Complex Border Security Enhancement Project Expansion of CPU Building Security Upgrade and Function Enhancement IT Systems and Enforcement Upgrade Purchase of Vehicle Purchase of ID Printer Tax Policy Project (VAT) Inland Revenue Dept Expansion and Furniture Purchase of Vehicle for CPU Installation of Security System Property Tax Project Purchase and Installation of Generator-CPU Financial Complex Computer Replacement Refurbishment of Records Room Purchase of Customs Bus Customs Canine Unit Purchase of Bus for CPU 2,900,000 1,071,243 1,500,000 1,540,000 2,000,000 1,000,000 198,500 2,000,000 80,000 150,000 1,500,000 900,000 50,000 95,500 520,892 150,000 6,000,000 125,000 671,484 70,000 270,000 55,000 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - REVENUE / DEVELOPMENT AID REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / DEVELOPMENT AID REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / LOAN REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE TOTAL 83,149,568 11,700,000 0 0 11,700,000 20 09 - Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 09 - Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic
 Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 3 4 5 5 6 6 6 6 7 8 9 9 10 10 10 10 10 12 13 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message Among the hallmarks of the Team Unity Government's approach to governance are the following: • A People-centred Approach To Development • A Fair Share For All By extension, these two pillars aptly define the over-arching mandate of our Ministry in an era when inclusion, equity, equal opportunity, tolerance and the right to live in peace are imperatives for improvement in the human condition.
At its core, the Ministry is pre-occupied with the maintenance of human dignity, basic human rights, and the protection of our most vulnerable citizens – especially the poor, the elderly, children, and persons living with disabilities.

To achieve the key deliverables of the Ministry, considerable investment had been made in 2015 on the completion of a National Household Registry.
A major output of this project was the development of a Proxy Means Test by which the Ministry can accurately assess those citizens most deserving of public assistance.

The benefits of such testing are also of value to other Ministries as they strive towards the development of projects and programmes insofar as the delivery of essential services and benefits are concerned.
These include, but are certainly not confined to health care financing, the provision of affordable housing, access to land at concessionary rates, infrastructure and sanitation services, and educational support to children throughout primary, secondary and tertiary levels.

The National Household Registry should also provide the entire public sector with reliable, up-to-date, social development data that is increasingly being demanded by international donor agencies as a determinant for project funding.
In 2016, it is the intention of the Ministry to bolster its efforts regarding the protection of children – who are a special class of individuals that cannot protect themselves without the support of strong families and the intervention of the state where necessary.
In an effort to build on the support mechanisms already in place to protect our children – such as the guiding principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) which was ratified by the Federation since 1990 – the Ministry will be following through on the implementation of the Child Protection Protocol.

This instrument would articulate measures necessary to protect children from abuse and, at the same time, outline the modalities for addressing cases of abuse.
Also targeted for 2016 are the Ministry's continued efforts insofar as the completion and implementation of a Child Development Policy are concerned.

The issue of Gender-based Violence continues to be of major concern to the Ministry.

As such, a related protocol should be finalized by early 2016, now that successful consultations have been held, which garnered a wide range of inputs from local and regional stakeholders.
This guiding document will outline the format of inter-ministerial reporting and response insofar as instances of gender-based violence are concerned.

It should be noted that in 2016 the Ministry will continue working towards the completion and implementation of the National Gender Policy, an instrument that is intended to cross-cut gender lines, and be representative of the needs, challenges and development programmes of men and women.
It is expected that the policy will pay particular attention to the interventions necessary to deal with men in crisis and the prevention of such instances wherever possible.

In 2016 the Ministry intends to carry out well-needed renovations to the Women's Training Centre at Ponds Pasture.

This will facilitate the re-commissioning of the facility that was closed since 2014.
By extension, new outreach programmes will be rolled out by the Department of Gender 1 Affairs, inclusive of training opportunities for women in crisis, clients of Project Viola – the teen mothers' support programme, and employees working at both the C A Paul Southwell Industrial Estate in Basseterre and Bourke's Industrial Site in Cleverly Hill, Sandy Point.

For many years, our Ministry has remained steadfast in advocating for the special needs of persons living with disabilities.
In 2016 this commitment will remain steadfast.

The Ministry continues to provide free accommodation to the St. Kitts Association for People Living with Disabilities, at the McKnight Community Centre.

This facility has been earmarked for renovation and refurbishment in order to better meet the needs of community residents and other end-users.
It must also be noted that in 2016 the Ministry intends to fully support the Federations ratification of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

Among the most vulnerable groups of persons in our Federation are seniors.

They represent a rather special population demographic who, having made their contribution to national development, should now be enjoying retirement and ageing.
In 2016, the Department of Social Services will further strengthen its Home Care Programme for the elderly, infirmed and house- bound in our communities, given the imperative that their clients – our senior citizens – should enjoy social protection and be able to live in peace and dignity.

As such, it is the Ministry's intention to finalise the National Ageing Policy and Action Plan in early 2016, and follow through with its implementation shortly thereafter.
Community empowerment is a key facet of our Ministry's approach to supporting families and community-based organisations.

As such, the various community centres should function as the nucleus for activities meant to bring cohesion and collaboration among community residents.

However, in order to maximize the use of these centres, concerted efforts will be made in 2016 to solidify their managerial and administrative oversight.
The Government cannot afford to squander investments in the establishment of community centres, thereby rendering them as under-utilised edifices that fail to meet the needs of end users – for whom they were constructed in the first place.

Community residents must have responsible and managed access to all community centres.

Every effort will be made in 2016 to ensure that at least one new community management team per zone is installed.
These management team installations began several months ago with the launch of the Conaree Community Centre Management Team.

Since its official opening in 2014, the New Horizons Rehabilitation Centre (NHRC) has continued to meet the needs of young men and women who are being afforded either second chances, or a structured living environment designed to prepare them for life before reintegration into society.
In 2016, every effort will be made to ensure that programming and process improvements continue at the NHRC, including staff augmentation, physical plant upgrades, security, curriculum development and gender-based group programmes particularly geared towards male residents.

For the upcoming fiscal year the Ministry also intends to build closer ties with other Government agencies, including but not limited to, the Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture.
As our Ministry executes its core mandate in 2016, it will be guided by several local, regional and international policies and agreements to which the Federation is committed.

Among the most obvious are the provisions enshrined in the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
Those goals of particular importance to the work of the Ministry are: • Number 1 - No Poverty • Number 2 - Zero Hunger • Number 5 - Gender Equality • Number 10 - Reduced Inequalities • Number 17 - Partnerships for the Goals 2 Apart from these UN ambitions, the work of the Ministry will also be guided by Conventions such as those focused on (a) Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW); and (b) Prevention and Eradication of Violence Against Women (Belem Do Para).
These agreements will also continue to be supported by the National Social Protection Strategy and Action Plan.
Ministerial Resolve The 2016 Estimates for the Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services, serve to underscore Government's unswerving commitment to reducing poverty and inequality; protecting the most vulnerable among us; eliminating hunger; and securing social protection for all citizens of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis – given that our people constitute our greatest assets.
Hon Wendy C Phipps Minister of State with Responsibility for Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 1.2 Executive Summary The Honourable Prime Minister, in his feature address at the 2015 National Consultation on the Economy noted that every citizen should benefit from economic growth and enjoy a high quality of life.
While the Federation has made strides in reducing poverty levels, other social ills such as unemployment, underemployment, substance abuse, crime and violence continue to threaten and erode our well being.

The Ministry believes that our greatest resource is our people, and we therefore place people at the centre of our policies and programming.

Other guiding principles of our work include respect for human dignity, equality, human rights, inclusiveness and the protection of the most vulnerable.
In 2016, the Ministry will continue its reform initiatives aimed at providing a more efficient and coordinated social safety net intervention and services, which respond to the needs of families and communities in an efficient, people friendly and transparent manner.

The completion of the National Household Registry in 2015, and the development of a Proxy Means Test will ensure that assistance is provided to those most in need.
The Ministry, in collaboration with other partners, will deliver comprehensive wrap-around services to those most in need, that will increase the level of their income, build their capabilities through skills training and promote family cohesion.

Through care plans which will be outlined in co-responsibility agreements families and clients will embark on a journey towards self reliance and greater resilience.

The Ministry will continue to build stronger families and communities.
Support will therefore be increased for community-based organizations as we seek to strengthen their administrative and managerial capacity.

Together, with community management teams and other community- based organizations, we will implement programmes aimed at reducing substance abuse, strengthening family relationships, and protecting our women and children from abuse.

Every citizen should feel safe in St. Kitts and Nevis.
To achieve this goal, it is imperative that partnerships be forged for integrative efforts and interventions.

Through the implementation of the Child Protection Protocol and the Gender-based Violence Protocol, systems will be put in place that outline how cases of abuse should be addressed.

Complimentary training for the implementing agencies will ensure that officers carry out their duties in an efficient, professional and timely manner.
The Ministry will strive to create an enabling environment that protects and promotes the rights of 3 all.

This includes older persons, women, children and persons living with disabilities.

The Ministry will therefore support the signing of the United Nations Convention on the Rights for Persons with Disabilities in 2016.

In addition, the Ministry will continue work on the National Gender Policy, Child Development Policy and the Ageing Policy in 2016.
These policies will create a framework or foundation for an inclusive society where everyone, regardless of age, sex and ability will be guaranteed enjoyment of their human rights and access to opportunities that will allow them to live fulfilling lives.

1.3 Management Representation Statement I submit for tabling in Parliament, the Annual Report on Plans and Priorities (RPP) for the Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services.
The information provided in this document is an accurate representation of the Ministry's Plans and Priories for 2016.

It is my view that this document would serve as a very important planning instrument and working guide for the operation of the Ministry in 2016 and will be ultimately used to judge the Ministry's performance.
Janelle Lewis Permanent Secretary (Ag) 4 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement Our Vision The Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services will deliver people centered services, with a spirit of professionalism, respect and enthusiasm to ALL.
Our Mission The Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services will develop and implement culturally sensitive customer service initiatives by using evidence-based data to guide strategic decision making in order to advocate for human and child rights and integrate gender mainstreaming and family wellness to enhance the development of an inclusive society.
5 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions The Government remains committed to strengthening families, increasing resilience and ensuring that every citizen benefits from economic growth.
Recognizing the inequalities that still exist in our society and the vulnerabilities of some groups including, but not limited to, older persons, young men, teen mothers, children and persons with disabilities, the Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services in 2016 will continue to work towards the following strategic objectives: 1.

Improve institutional arrangements, systems and legislative framework for a more coordinated, efficient and effective social service delivery 2.
Enhance and increase existing services and protection for vulnerable groups 3.

Encourage an empowered, participatory and inclusive society 4.
Ensure children achieve more productive, meaningful and valued lives 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives • Improve data collection, data analysis and information sharing and reporting • Promote self-reliance, increased assets and capacity of indigent, poor and vulnerable families • Support and strengthen family and community intervention • Ensure the safety, security and rights of our Nation's children • Promote rehabilitation and security chances for youth at risk and youth in conflict with the law • Protect and promote the rights of older persons • Protect and promote the rights of people with disabilities • Encourage women's full and effective participation in leadership at all levels of decision-making • Promote gender equality • Reduce all forms of gender based violence and gender discrimination • Modernize and strengthen ministerial structure to support social protection reform 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year The following policies and conventions will continue to guide the work of the Ministry in 2016 • Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) • Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) • Inter-American Convention on the Prevention and Eradication of Violence Against Women (Belem Do Para) • National Social Protection Strategy and Action Plan • Sustainable Development Goals 6 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives Counselling Unit • Two six-week community based programmes called 'Conversations' which will provide information/education and training to families with an aim of improving how families respond to members' emotional needs • Annual training for helping professionals, to provide them with additional practical skills in effectively intervening immediately in crises and/or behavior modification situations • Establishment of working teams in communities to respond to trauma • Workshop for mental health professionals on the new guidelines for the Diagnostic and Statistical
 Manual of Mental Disorders • Community based drug prevention and treatment programmes piloted Administration • Training on Treaty Body Reporting for staff and other stakeholders • Creation of Communication Strategy and Tools • Guidelines for data collection, processing and administration of social safety net interventions developed • Organizational review • Establishment of Social Implementation Unit • Strengthened analysis on nature and causes of poverty and vulnerability Probation and Child Protection Services • Implementation of the Child Protection Protocol and relevant training for state actors and other stakeholders • Appointment of Child Justice Committee • At least two afterschool programmes introduced for at-risk youth • Revision of Draft Minimum Standards for Child Care Facilities • Officers trained in use of SAVRY (Structured Assessment of Violence at Risk Youth) and MAYSI (Massachusetts Youth Screening Instrument) • Full application of case management software, Therascribe, by all governmental departments that are a part of the Juvenile Justice System • Full implementation of diversion programme in collaboration with the private sector and non-governmental partners • Continued training and recruitment of foster parents • Sign Optional Protocols for CRC • Development of Framework for a National Parenting Programme Gender Affairs • Implementation of the Domestic Violence Protocol and relevant training for state actors and other stakeholders • Re-introduction of gender focal points in government departments to encourage gender mainstreaming • Development of an operations manual for Project Viola • Capacity building for members of staff in the Department of Gender Affairs • Leadership training for girls.
This training will include modules on public speaking, 7 political systems and lobbying • Increased outreach to males at their places of employment • Review of Communication Strategy on Gender Based Violence • Expansion of staff • Boys at-risk mentorship programme • Introduction of rehabilitation programme for perpetrators of gender based violence New Horizons Rehabilitation Centre • Introduction of gender-specific group programmes in conjunction with Gender Affairs, with a specific focus on male residents • Reconstruction of Commercial Kitchen for the delivery of CXC Culinary Arts Programme (September 2016) • Construction of Multi Purpose Sports Court to implement various sporting and athletic programmes (in conjunction with the Ministry of Sports) • Installation of Solar Panel System, for hot water delivery • Training for Prison Officers assigned to Remand/Assessment Centre • Reassessment of Remand/Assessment Centre • Recruitment of Additional Staff to strengthen the Security and Safety levels of supervision • Expansion of our Education and Skills Programme, • Introduction of the Videography and Music workshops in conjunction with Commonwealth of Learning • The delivery of Parenting Counseling Programme • Introduction of accredited training for Staff Professional Development • Construction of internal and external car park to increase security measures • Security and Safety Check Point and Monitoring Unit fully functional • Revision of NHRC Policies and Procedures including Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Community Development and Social Services • Launch of at least one community management team in each zone in 2016 • Social Assistance Bill passed in National Assembly • Drafting of referral mechanism and tools • Evaluation of Mold Empower Nurture Direct (MEND) Pilot • Continued skills training for clients • Training curriculum developed for MEND • Introduction of single assessment form • Develop clear referral protocols with instruments and procedures • Create programme documents, operational manuals for social protection programmes • Finalization of the Ageing Policy and Action Plan • Introduction of community based mediation services 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives Most Staff in the Ministry are highly motivated and committed.
Effective and efficient implementation of the National Social Protection Strategy has required a shift in terms of how programmes are implemented but also in the number of staff needed and skills set required.
The following therefore pose challenges: - Reluctance of staff and general public to embrace change - The availability of training opportunities and funding - Limited financial resource for specialized staff positions including Monitoring and 8 Evaluation Officer, IT Officer, and Communication Officer - Lack of adequate office space - Lack of funding for acquisition of regulated half-way houses 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures - Creation of Proxy Means Test and completion of National Household Survey has led to classification of households in the Federation in four categories or levels.
Use of these tools will lead to improved targeting, and greater transparency and efficiency in the delivery of services and the provision of wrap around services to clients.

- Through the OECS Juvenile Justice Reform Project the Ministry has received funding for musical instruments, hydroponic equipment, computers and sporting goods which will be utilized for diversion and afterschool programmes.

- Sponsorship from UNICEF has facilitated increased awareness of child rights and child protection matters.
This has led to an increase in reporting, including reports from children.

Ongoing awreness is therefore needed as well as preventative programmes.

- Re-integration of residents from New Horizons in 2015 has revealed that a greater emphasis should be placed on working with parents and the community in helping them to create an enabling environment that promotes second chances.

- To fully implement the Gender Based Violence Protocol, it is necessary to train state actors.
9 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects Child Development Project Day Treatment Rehabilitation Center Parsons Road Construction TVET Training Augmentation Capacity Building for Early Childhood Coordinators Upgrade of Communities Project Cayon Primary School Renovation BNTF Cycle 8 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important - Upgrade of Community Centers - Project Viola Capacity Building - Construction of Storm Drains in Old Road - Gender Sensitization - Gerontology II - Renovation and Upgrade to the Victoria Road Office Space 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects Child Development Project - Security upgrades including construction of guard hut and installation of cameras - Aggression Replacement Therapy for male residents at the New Horizons Rehabilitation Centre - Procurement of diagnostic tools for assessment Day Treatment Rehabilitation Centre Construction started in mid 2015 and is expected to be completed in February 2016.
2.4 Transfer Payment Information The Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services makes an annual contribution to the following - St. Christopher Children's Home - International Organization for Migration - UNWOMEN 10 - Ade's Place - St. Kitts Association for People Living with Disabilities - United Fund for Population Activity (UNFPA) 11 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.09 - Prom ote Com m unity Developm ent, Gender Affairs and Social Services Responsibility Centre 09 - Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 101 - Perm anent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To provide human services which facilitate and encourage family wellness, gender mainstreaming, full participation and involvement in national development and the promotion of child rights to enhance the quality of life for all people.
Financial Sum m ary Program m e 09101- Provide General Administration 09102-Manage Community Development and Social Services 09104- Provide Care and Protection for Children 09142 Society for the Blind 00349- Facilitate Gender Awareness 09105- Provide Probationary Services at New Horizon Co-Ed Center Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) Total 15,735 18,988 13,412 13,500 13,455 12 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.09 - Promote Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 09101- Provide General Administration 09 - Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 101 - Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To ensure the institutional arrangement, systems and legislative framework for a more coordinated, efficient and effective social service delivery Objective(s) for 2016 1.To improve service to clients through increased efficiency and productivity 2.To improve the quality of data collection, data analysis, reporting and information sharing 3.To modernize and strengthen ministerial structure to support social protection reform Sub-Programme : Expected Results December 2016 70% July 2016 5 April 2016 December 2016 September 2016 September 2016 June 2016 March 2016 Performance Indicators Each staff member participating in at least two training activities Projects/activities completed in a timely manner and within the specified budget Single assessment form introduced Number of stakeholders registered with the National Household registry Date for Training on treaty body reporting for members of staff Date of completion of draft CEDAW report Date of creation of communication strategy and tools for at least three programmes Date of completion
 for guidelines for data collection, processing and administration of social safety net interventions developed Organizational review completed and job descriptions developed for all staff positions Recruitment of Social Protection Implementation Unit Coordinator 00285 Provide Administrative and Policy Support 09102- Invest in Administration 09101- Manage Telecommunication Service 09101- Participate in International and Regional Organizations 13 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 1,072 1,047 1,143 1,161 1,180 Total 1,072 1,047 1,143 1,161 1,180 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 14 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.09 - Promote Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 09102-Manage Community Development and Social Services 09 - Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 101 - Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To enhance and increase existing services and protection for vulnerable groups and provide opportunities for individuals and communities and meet their social and economic responsibilities Objective(s) for 2016 1.To build community cohesion enhanced in Community programming 2.To improve the quality of life of vulnerable groups and promote their rights 3.To promote Self-reliance, increased assets and capacity of indigent, poor and vulnerable families 4.To support and strengthen family and community intervention Expected Results September 2016 October 2016 July 2016 December 2016 April 2016 May 2016 30% June 2016 December 2016 December 2016 December 2016 Performance Indicators At least one community management team launched in each zone At least one community project implemented to address issue identified by community Date for Social Assistance legislation to be passed in Parliament
 Date for completion of Ageing Policy and Action Plan Date of Cabinet Submission approval for the signing of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Date of Mental Health workers trained in new guidelines for the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Percentage of indigent and poor households receiving at benefitting from at least 3 social protection programmes Date of completion for evaluation of MEND Pilot Introduction of 'Conversions' programme in two communities Establishment of working teams in community to address trauma Community based drug prevention and treatment programme piloted 15 Sub-Programme : 00334 Provide Counselling Services 00322 Provide Administrative Support to Community Development and Social Services 00323 Provide Community Support and Social Services 00324 Support Community Development Activities 09102 Provide Social Assistance 09102- Support Communities through BNTF 5 09102- Support Communities through BNTF 6 09102 - Support Communities through BNTF 7 09102- Invest In Communities 09102- Invest in Community Development and Social Services Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 2,616 9,095 387 2,966 12,052 375 3,101 6,060 375 3,130 6,060 375 3,160 5,925 375 Total 12,098 15,393 9,535 9,564 9,460 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 16 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.09 - Promote Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 09142 Society for the Blind 09 - Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 101 - Permanent Secretary's Office 103 Gender Affairs Department Officer in Charge Administrative Assistant Goals/Global Objectives To participate in regional and international organizations in order to secure maximum benefit from such participation and negotiation.
Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 33 42 42 43 43 Total 33 42 42 43 43 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 17 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.09 - Promote Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 00349- Facilitate Gender Awareness 09 - Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 101 - Permanent Secretary's Office 103 Gender Affairs Department Officer in Charge Administrative Assistant Goals/Global Objectives Ensuring that the policies and the programmes of the state take into consideration the impact on men and women sharing equally in society Objective(s) for 2016 1.To encourage women's full participation and effective participation in leadership at all levels of decision making 2.To facilitate economic empowerment of women 3.To increase awareness of families, communities and stakeholders on gender issues 4.To reduce all forms of gender based violence and gender discrimination 5.To strengthen the legislative and regulatory framework Expected Results July 2016 Performance Indicators Date of completion for leadership training for girls 100 Number of women receiving skills training June 2016 November 2016 December 2016 September 2016 100 5 March 2016 October 2016 December 2016 December 2016 Date launched for Boys mentorship programme Date launched for Men's Council Date of introduction of rehabilitation programme for perpetrators Date of standardized training for all stakeholders Number of persons reached by awareness initiatives Number of stakeholders collaborating with the Ministry Date of adoption of the Domestic Violence Protocol Date of re-introduction of gender focal points in each ministry Date of completion of draft for National Gender Policy Date of completion of draft for National Strategic Plan to reduce gender based violence 18 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures
 Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 280 329 421 428 436 Total 280 329 421 428 436 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 19 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.09 - Promote Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 09104- Provide Care and Protection for Children 09 - Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 101 - Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To address the cause(s) of some social problems through child protection Objective(s) for 2016 1.To create and strengthen diversion programmes 2.To ensure the safety, security and rights of our Nation's children 3.To provide opportunities for community involvement in child protection and reintegration of rehabilitated juveniles 4.To strengthen parenting skills Expected Results March 2016 September 2016 September 2016 March 2016 March 2016 June 2016 August 2016 March 2016 June 2016 4 activities 10 March 2016 September 2016 40% Performance Indicators Mediation services offered to clients At least two diversion/afterschool launched Framework for school suspension programme developed Date of approval of the child protection protocol and training for state actors Date of re-appointment of Probation and Child Welfare Board and appointment of Child Justice Committee Date of revision of the draft minimum standards for child care facilities Date for CRC Optional Protocols to be signed Date for completion of Officers trained in assessment tools Date of full implementation of case management software Continued sensitization and awareness around child protection Community businesses willing to provide employment/apprenticeship opportunities for rehabilitated juveniles returning to the community Training for foster parents Training for parents in two communities Ministry's clients enrolled in parenting
 classes Sub-Programme : 00351 Provide Child Care and Protection Services 00352 Support the Children's Home 00354 Provide for Foster Care Allowance 00355 Support Services for Foster Children 02742 Child Welfare Board Payments 20 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 762 67 787 85 837 90 850 90 863 90 Total 829 872 927 940 953 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 21 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.09 - Promote Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 09105- Provide Probationary Services at New Horizon Co-Ed Center 09 - Ministry of Community Development, Gender Affairs and Social Services 101 - Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To prevent re-offensive cases of children who are in conflict with the law Objective(s) for 2016 1.To enhance the physical structure of NHRC 2.To expand the education and life skills programme at NHRC Expand the social and life skills programme at NHRC 3.To facilitate families active participation and support of residents 4.To further develop NHRC safety and security system 5.To increase in residents who demonstrate greater awareness of their emotions, behaviours and consequences of their actions 6.To strengthen the capacity of staff Expected Results August 2016 December 2016 December 2016 September 2016 50% August 2016 April 2016 September 2016 50% 75% Septmber 2016 Performance Indicators Date of completion for construction of multipurpose sports court Date of installation of Solar Panel System Date of construction of commercial kitchen to facilitate delivery of CXC Culinary Arts Programme Date of introduction of physical education programme, videography and music Percentage increase in the number of family visits and participation in activities Date for assessment of detention/assessment centre Date
 of security and safety check point and Monitoring Unit fully functional Date to develop Draft disaster plan Percentage of residents released from NHRC assessed as being capable of functioning effectively Percentage of residents who complete targets set in their care plans Date for introduction of accredited training for staff Sub-Programme : 00357 Manage New Horizons Co-Ed Training Center 00358 Support Services for Juvenile Offenders 22 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 1,423 1,305 1,344 1,363 1,382 Total 1,423 1,305 1,344 1,363 1,382 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 23 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 09 MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, GENDER AFFAIRS AND SOCIAL SERVICES Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Expenditure 2016 Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ $ Development Aid $ Total $ Source of Funding 09102 SOCIAL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 0910216 Child Development Project 9,606,000 300,000 09102102 Saddlers Home for the Elderly Renovations Sandy Point Primary Renovation 0910259 Day Treatment Rehabilitation Centre 0910266 Cayon High School Technical Lab Renovation 0910277 Parsons Road Construction 0910283 Upgrade of Community Centres 0910286 Upgrade of Communities Project 0910287 Project Viola Capacity Building 0910289 TVET Training Augmentation 0910291 Capacity Building for Early Childhood Coordinators 0910292 Construction of Storm Drains in Old Road 0910294 Tabernacle Road Construction 0910295 0910297 Cayon Primary School Renovation 09102100 Emergency Water Storage Facilities 09102101 Construction of Disposal Platforms 09102103 Charles E Mills Secondary Upgrade 09102104 Disaster Risk Mitigation 09102105 Equipping schools and Students for Success in Science 09102106 Gender Sensitisation 09102107 Gerontology II 09102108 Renovation and Upgrade to the Victoria Road Office Space 09102109 BNTF Cycle 8 Effective Early Childhood Outreach Project Strong Retrofitting St. Kitts-Nevis National Household Registry Industrial Site Day Care Renovation Skills Training Projects Capacity Skills Training Project III Fence and Upgrade Violet Petty Primary School Upgrade Bronte Welsh Primary School Keys Walkways Construction - Phase I Construct Newtown Sidewalks - Neverson St East /West - 10,000 18,500 14,943 7,500 6,000 25,000 8,000 7,500 6,000 6,000 2,583 10,000 7,500 200,000 64,620 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 142,500 - 66,500 261,250 - 500,000
 190,000 351,500 283,907 142,500 114,000 475,000 152,000 142,500 114,000 114,000 49,078 190,000 142,500 - 1,227,781 - - - - - - - - - - 300,000 81,650 150,000 400,000 70,000 275,000 200,000 500,000 200,000 370,000 298,850 150,000 120,000 500,000 160,000 150,000 120,000 120,000 51,661 200,000 150,000 200,000 1,292,401 REVENUE / CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (CDB), ORGANIZATION OF EASTERN CARIBBEAN STATE (OECS) REVENUE REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) Total c/f 32,634,572 1,400,546 0 4,659,016 6,059,562 24 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 09 MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, GENDER AFFAIRS AND SOCIAL SERVICES Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ $ Revenue Loans Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding Total b/f 32,634,572 1,400,546 Basseterre High School Biology Lab and Restrooms Reno Old Road Health Centre Cayon Primary School Roof Replacement Basic Gerontology Conaree Multipurpose Centre Renovations Men's Health Campaign Positive Outlook After School Fence and Refurbish Cayon Primary School IMO Model Boat Master Course Improvement of Primary Schools Washrooms Upgrade Basseterre Health Centre IT Skills Training for Old Road, Verchilds Upgrading Rd at Carty's Pasture, Tabernacle Shadwell Road Project Dieppe Bay Walkway and Alleys Fencing of Verchilds High School Lower Verchilds Walkway Refurbishment of Old Road Day Care Refurbishment of Public Bath, Old Road IT Skills Training for Sndy Pt and Newton Ground Repairs to Molineux Primary School IT Skills Training for Tabernacle, Mansion Purchase of Equipment and Furniture Molineux Alleys - Stone Haven Fencing of Newton Ground Primary School Pottery Workshop 301,993 816,096 455,536 94,000 56,925 162,568 60,000 348,303 110,120 481,851 94,321 44,510 407,000 671,916 151,526 319,805 359,095 46,488 26,950 70,000 251,799 70,000 623,000 132,000 385,000 73,957 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Development Aid $ Total $ 0 4,659,016 6,059,562 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF)
 REVENUE REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) REVENUE / BASIC NEEDS TRUST FUND (BNTF) $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TOTAL 40,036,083 1,400,546 0 4,659,016 6,059,562 25 10 - Ministry of Agriculture, Cooperatives, Human Settlement and Environment Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 10 - Ministry of Agriculture, Human Settlement, Cooperatives and Environment Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 2 4 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 9 9 10 11 11 11 11 11 12 13 14 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message The Ministry of Agriculture is in the penultimate year of the delivery of the 2013 – 2016 Agriculture Development Strategy and I am therefore quite pleased to present the next instalment of this forward thinking strategy.
While previous strategies focused on market-led production targets, this strategy aims to place agriculture on a firm footing, setting the foundation for agriculture development in the medium to long term.

It aims at giving full effect to a number of longstanding and some more recent legislation; including the Pound Act, the Dog Licensing and Control Act, the Registration of Vendors Act amongst others.

The value chain approach recognises all persons in the farm to market chain as being equally important.
Significantly it seeks to set the basis for addressing perennial challenges such as monkey damage, stray dogs, praedial larceny and water for irrigation, etc.

During this new financial period our continuing focus must be the delivery of impactful and sustainable initiatives and services that provide an environment that is conducive to continuous improvement in the standard of living for all our people.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Cooperatives and Environment will continue to embrace appropriate plans, imperatives and initiatives that will result in sustainable food and nutrition security and will cement agriculture as an important pillar of our national development.

Our partnership with the Ministry of Health will be strengthened as the Nation seeks to implement the new Food and Nutrition Security Policy.

We continue our collaboration with our international partners.
The Republic of China on Taiwan is assisting in areas such as agro-tourism, soil fertility and food safety.

The Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture provides links to training in agro-processing, shade-house production, youth involvement in agriculture etc.

CARDI continues its outstanding work in root crops, particularly sweet potato.

The Department of Agriculture continues its four pronged approach to agricultural development.
Home and community gardening is promoted as a means of food security, family health and income generation.

The introduction of new technologies, new genetic materials and for livestock, semi-intensive farming results in improved yields and greater resource efficiencies.

An agri- business approach to agriculture, whether as a farmer, processor, huckster or service provider ensures maximisation of profits.

Risk management and climate change adaptation are key to sustainability within the sector.
This holistic approach augers well for the development of a vibrant sector with diverse opportunities for investment.

The Ecosystem Based Approach to fisheries management that the Department of Marine Resources (DMR) has embarked upon integrates marine habitat management and sustainable use of the resources as an alternative way to secure and increase in fish landings.
The progression in establishing a marine management area in the federal waters of St. Kitts and Nevis through the strengthening of the legislation, allows for effective management.

The newly revised legislation emphasizes safety measures and better management guidelines for our high seas and local fishing fleets.

Fish Aggregating Devices also relieves the fishing pressure on the reef habitat and introduces alternative fish species to the Federation enhancing food security.
The Department of Marine Resources is implementing aspects of the Aquaculture Development Strategy by continuing its work with the St. Kitts Nevis Aquaculture Pilot Project and Environmental Research (SNAPPER).

DMR has initiated a Seamoss Pilot Project which serves as a means of alternative livelihoods.

The Seamoss Pilot Project included cultivation of an introduced species, training and capacity building, basic market research and product 1 development.
Co-operatives will be promoted as a viable alternative option for people to work together to develop successful businesses.

Strict attention will be placed on focused training of each co- operative to guarantee the required attention to educate members and to spur them into action to develop their co-operatives and reap benefits.

We will continue to train and empower staff at the Department of Co-operatives to deliver targeted training to motivate members of co-operatives.
It is our intention to erect a co-operative facility as an incubator from which newly registered and weak co-operatives can operate for a limited time.

The Department of Environment is responsible for conservation and environment protection in St. Kitts and Nevis.

This is achieved through the coordination and monitoring of environment strategies, policies and programmes undertaken by other government departments and ministries.
The Department of Environment is also responsible for the negotiation and implementation of regional and international Multilateral Environmental Agreements to which St. Kitts and Nevis is signatory.

To this end, the Department of Environment has been successful in the completion of a number of projects initiated under the United Nations Conventions on Climate Change, Biodiversity and Desertification.
There are also ongoing initiatives in the area of ozone protection and the phasing out of ozone depleting refrigerants.

The Ministry therefore embraces this new economic year with increased expectancy for improved production through the implementation of new programmes that will help us realise our mandate of food and nutrition security for all.
Hon Eugene A Hamilton Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources, Cooperatives and Environment 1.2 Executive Summary The mandate for the Ministry of Agriculture, Marine Resources, Cooperatives and Environment is clear.

We will aim to improve and increase our food and nutrition security and bio-safety measures through programmes, initiatives and improved relationships.
Our Agricultural Development Strategy Phase II will take advantage of market opportunities, particularly filling the opportunity gaps identified, through innovative research and development, strategic marketing and synergistic inter-sectoral linkages that foster and support sustainable farming systems and sustainable livelihoods.
Our Federation is at a critical juncture in its national development and our programs and initiatives will reflect the role of the agricultural sector during the next accounting period.

The programs would be of dual roles, firstly to contribute to national development and also to address the concerns that are being presently experienced in the sector.

The foundation was laid in Year One (1) and now the implementation process must continue.
The Ministry will seek to foster closer relationships with not just our ministerial partners but also with the other stakeholders in the private sector as we have recognised that it is impossible for sector success without their support.

We intend to host more briefing sessions, farmers training sessions, professional workshops and cooperatives strengthening.

Forums will be created to encourage open discussions and for importing of technical support from any possible source.
The Department of Agriculture continues to provide the technical support that is needed to ensure that the citizens and residents of the Federation are food and nutritionally secured through various initiatives and programmes.

2 The Agricultural Resource Management Project will continue the erection of shade/greenhouses and the construction of water harvesting dams.
Resultantly, food production can be improved significantly with the use of these technologies are expected to increase food production through the control of pests and diseases by exclusion from the shade/greenhouses and extending the growing season and harvesting season by making water available for supplemental irrigation for part of the dry season.

The "Promotion of Breadfruit and Breadnut Development in St. Kitts-Nevis" continues.
This project that was executed through collaboration with the FAO of the United Nations has resulted in the creation of products such as breadfruit ice cream, breadfruit flour, breadfruit chips and sticks.

The breadfruit is rich in many vital B-complex groups of vitamins, minerals, potassium and fibre.

The health benefits are a central drive of the Department of Agriculture, in its ongoing education and awareness campaign as to the use of the breadfruit as a staple in local diets.
Another collaborative effort which began in 2015 with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is the "Technical Assistance to promote Agricultural Diversification towards the reduction of the Food Import Bill of selected crops – Onions and Cole Crops (cabbage, broccoli and cauliflower).

The Department will continue to conduct a Farmers' Field School Training with farmers from around the island to enhance their agronomic practices.
The expected outcome of these training sessions will be a 10% increase in the production of Cole Crops and onions resulting in a 5-10% decrease in importation of such crops to the Federation.

In addition, this can increase rural development such as employment etc.

The Ministry has embarked on a Vegetable, Fruit and Upland Crop Quality and Safety Improvement Project which comprises four components.
These are Pesticide Management, Soil Sampling, Composting and Rapid Bioassay Testing for Pesticides Residues.

The recently constructed laboratory with assistance from the Republic of China on Taiwan, was designed to enhance local production value of fruits, vegetables and upland crops.

This new facility will detect the levels of pesticide residue in our soils impacting on the quality of fruits, vegetables and upland crops being grown in our Federation.
It is expected that the average yields per unit for fruits and vegetables crops would increase by 10%; that food safety assurance will improve; and that farmers will become more competitive in the local and regional market.

Within the Marine Resources emphasis will be placed on improving fishing techniques, fish aggregating devices, value added fish processing, and habitat enhancement.

Reef friendly methods of fishing are key areas of focus for the Department during the coming year.
In addition, the Department of Marine Resources will again promote various policies and projects that would lead to improved economic and social wellbeing for our fishers.

The physical environment at the Department of Co-operatives will be further enhanced early in 2016 to ensure a conducive work environment.

Co-operatives will be provided with physical operating space and technical support to enhance their operations and to ensure compliance with the law.
The staff, in partnership with other stakeholders, will embark on a series of educational and promotional programmes to create awareness of existing co-operatives and to promote co- operatives as a viable option for business development.

Additional programmes will be implemented in conjunction with other stakeholders to promote co-operatives amongst the youths to attract them to the sector.

These include a co-operative youth camp, co-operative fair and school quiz among other activities.
The Department of Environment will continue to undertake environmental monitoring and the collection of environmental data and statistics for St. Kitts and Nevis.

3 1.3 Management Representation Statement 1.3 Management Representation Statement On behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture, Marine Resources On behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture, Marine Resources, Cooperatives and Environment, I present the Annual Report on Plans and Priorities for 2016.
The document represents an accurate representation of the Ministry's plans and priorities for the use of resources with which it will be provided in 2016 and further into the medium term.

The various programmes in the Ministry are the result of a comprehensive exercise of strategic planning and collaboration, in an effort to arrive at the plans and priorities outlined in this document is a true reflection of the consensus view of the various personnel in the Ministry.
It is my view that the document will serve as a very important planning instrument and working guide for the operation of the Ministry in 2016 and beyond.
This manual will assist in providing strategic direction to the Ministry in 2016 and in the end will be used to judge the Ministry's performance Mr Alistair Edwards Permanent Secretary (Ag) 4 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement To provide and maintain a high level of productivity and client-focused service to support government's vision and commitment to realise a transformed society and economy with a modern and diversified agricultural sector, a sustainable marine resources sector and an inclusive and participatory approach to good governance.
5 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions The Government is firmly committed to the transformation and sustainable development of the economy.

Its agricultural policies therefore are designed to transform the sector into a modern, more efficient and competitive economic engine that would contribute to the overall economic transformation of the economy and improve economic and social well-being of the population.
The Government's agricultural policies have six broad objectives: 1.

Promote sustainable development of the agricultural sector and rural communities.

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Increase the competitiveness of the agricultural sector.

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Accelerate diversification of the production base and exports.

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Strengthen inter-sectoral linkages.

5.

Improve income distribution and contribute to poverty alleviation 6.

Increase food production, enhance food security and improve the nutritional status of the population.
2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives Increase crop production by 5% Provide timely land preparation service to farmers Provide agricultural inputs at a reasonable cost to farmers Provide vegetable seedlings and tree crops at a reasonable cost to farmers Provide veterinary services and medications at a cost reasonable to livestock farmers Provide Abattoir service at a reasonable cost to livestock farmers Assist farmers in the area of water harvesting and shade house technology Provide extension services to farmers, schools and back yard gardeners Assist farmers' group in the fencing of collective farms Provide training to agro processors 6 Provide market information and intelligence Development of the Pack House for vegetables and roots crops Provide market research in the area of export for vegetables and root crops Provide technical assistance in implementing business plan activities Provide training in entrepreneurship and co-operative development Provide technical assistance to co-operative societies Supervise and regulate the operations of co-operatives Provide a co-operative facility for newly registered and weak co-operatives Convene a co-operative youth camp Coordinate cooperative week of activities Increase local honey production Maintaining the gear shop at the Basseterre Fisheries Complex Provide training for fishers in modern fishing techniques Offer for sale value added fish products at the Basseterre Fisheries Complex Assist with plan to develop a Marine Management Area within a two (2) mile radius around the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Review and amend, where necessary, the operation of Basseterre Fisheries Complex Improve cooperation/collaboration with the relevant departments in Nevis 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year There were no modifications to the overall strategy of the Ministry during the year.
2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives • Continue with the Agricultural Resource Management Project 7 • Increase crop production through the implementation of new technologies • Increase educational programmes for farmers through the Communication and Extension Unit • Increase training in the manufacturing of value added products • Continue with research so as to introduce new hybrid vegetable varieties that are adopted to a tropical climate in collaboration with CARDI • Continue the distribution of land so as to increase the acreage under crop production • Increase farmer training in agronomic practices for specific crops • Provide training for staff in human resource development and regulatory procedure • Provide co-operative members with training in business skills, marketing and product development • Assist with market penetration for consumables of co- operatives • Encourage co-operatives to hold annual general meetings and undertake other regulatory activities • Undertake inspection activities of co-operatives • Provide support for the reactivation and development of the St. Kitts Beekeepers'Co-operative Society Ltd. • Liaise with stakeholders in the co-operative movement to deliver co-operative week of activities.
• Liaise with support/donor agencies to assist in the development of the St. Kitts Beekeepers' Co-operative Society Ltd • Increase fish landings with focus on underutilized species.

• Purchase the necessary safety equipment for sale to fishers • Train fishers in improved fishing techniques • Establish the sale of value added products eg: fish fingers, fish burgers, fish patties etc.

at the 8 Basseterre Fisheries Complex.
• Work with stakeholders to achieve marine protected area on South East Peninsula • Ensure food safety standards are maintained at the Fisheries Complexes • Strengthen collaboration with the SNAPPER project • Develop a policy for Aquaculture • Publish agricultural & fisheries statistics 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives • Limited financial resources • Poor animal husbandry practices by farmers • Poor infrastructure • High incidence of dog attacks • Weak marketing infrastructure • Crop damage cause by moneys and stray animals • The absence of water for supplemental irrigation • Lack of business approach by farmers • High incidence of Praedial larceny • Vulnerability of land erosion during heavy rainfall • • • Inadequate number of trained staff in livestock extension Inadequate number of trained staff in Animal Health Inadequate funding for training • Lack of commitment among members of co-operatives • Individualistic attitudes among members of co-operatives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon • More efficient, modern and profitable farm businesses 9 • Better trained and serviced farmers • Increased production of good quality foods 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 10 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects • Agriculture Diversification Project • Agricultural Infrastructure Project • Improvement and Expansion of Basseterre Abattoir and Market Project • Rehabilitation of Old Road Fisheries Complex 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important • Projects under Diversification Project: - From Farm to Fork Project - Breadfruit and Breadnut Project - Primate Control Project - Agricultural Resource Management Project • Vegetable, Fruit and Upland Crop Quality and Safety Improvement Project • Technical assistance to promote agricultural diversification towards the reduction of the importation/import bill of selected crops - onion and cole crops 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 1.
AGRICULTURE DIVERSIFICATION PROJECT This project is ongoing and the following activities will take place under the project: 1.

Upgrading of the Plant Nurseries at the Outreach Centres and at the Department of Agriculture 2.

Resurfacing of the Fahies Road 2.

IMPROVEMENT AND EXPANSION OF BASSETERRE ABATTOIR This project is ongoing and the following activity had already been taken placed under the project: 1.

An assessment of the Abattoir for HACCP 3.

REHABILITATION OF OLD ROAD FISHERIES COMPLEX 1.


Completion of the Breakwater 2.

Extension of the Jetty 11 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Financial incentives are distributed to farmers and fishers for their outstanding performance at an Annual Farmers (Agricultural Producers) and Fishers Award Ceremony held on World Food Day – October 16th.
The main objectives are to encourage owners of small and medium business in the agricultural and fishery sector to sustain increasing levels of agricultural output and landings of fish.
The Department facilitates the payment of the Ministry annual contributions to the following Regional and International Institutions: - Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) - Caribbean Agricultural Research and Development Institute (CARDI) - Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) - Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) - Caribbean Agriculture Health and Food Safety Agency (CAHFSA) - Rotterdam Convention - Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM) - International Whaling Commission (IWC) - United Nation's International Sea Bed Commission (ISA) - International Law of the Sea (ITLOS) 12 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.10 - M anage Agriculture, Hum an Settlem ent, Cooperatives and Environm ent Responsibility Centre 10 - Ministry of Agriculture, Cooperatives, Human Settlement and Environment 111 - Perm anent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To significantly increase agriculture production, to provide employment opportunities within the marine sector in a competitive and sustainable manner, to provide regulatory and technical support for the cooperatives and to provide support structures and mechanisms for empowerment of constituencies.
Objective (s ) for 2016 1.To develop 2017 – 2020 Agriculture Development Strategy 2.To give full effect to agriculture and fisheries legislation 3.To improve implementation of Ministry work plans 4.To provide current information for agricultural planning Expected Results November 2016 2 Perform ance Indicators Date of completion for Agriculture Strategy Document Number of Symposium Report 5 Number of departmental meetings held October 2016 Date for Digests to be circulated to key stakeholders Financial Sum m ary Program m e Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 10173- Manage and protect the Environment 10113- Provide and Monitor Housing Solutions 10111- Provide General Administration 10112- Support the Development of Agriculture 00055- Promote and Regulate the Cooperative movement 10115- Manage Marine Resources Total 11,578 12,912 12,629 12,731 11,916 13 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.10 - Manage Agriculture, Human Settlement, Cooperatives and Environment 10111- Provide General Administration 10 - Ministry of Agriculture, Cooperatives, Human Settlement and Environment 111 - Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To Provide administrative and policy support for the Ministry and departments.
Expected Results 2 Performance Indicators Number of Review workshops held November 2016 Date of review meetings and report preparation Objective(s) for 2016 1.To improve management of Departments' annual work programme 2.To monitor implementation of Agriculture Development Strategy (ADS) 2011 – 2015 Sub-Programme : 11451- Provide Administrative support 00008 Provide Policy Support 1011220- SSMC Asset liquidation 10111- Manage Telecommunication Service Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 840 1,264 1,431 1,453 1,476 22 26 26 26 26 Total 862 1,290 1,457 1,479 1,502 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 14 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.10 - Manage Agriculture, Human Settlement, Cooperatives and Environment 10112- Support the Development of Agriculture 10 - Ministry of Agriculture, Cooperatives, Human Settlement and Environment 111 - Permanent Secretary's Office 112 Department of Agriculture Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives During the plan period the major agricultural focus will be the continued implementation of the new Strategic Plan and execution of activities under the four pillars.
The fisheries sector will expand the use of FADs to target large pelagics and promote fish processing.

The Cooperatives Department will accelerate its effort to improve the state of existing cooperatives and encourage the formation of others.

Objective(s) for 2016 1.


To increase food security by increasing livestock production 2.To improve land preparation service to farmers 3.To increase food security production by increasing local crop production 4.To maintain production statistics for crops and livestock 5.To transfer technology to agricultural producers and enhance crop and livestock production Sub-Programme : Expected Results 150 MT Performance Indicators Increase in tonnage of meat.
1000 Acres Increase in acreage prepared 1100 MT Increase in tonnage of food.
12 60 hrs Number of monthly forecast reports produced Number of hours training or consulting in the areas of crop and livestock 00014 Provide Administrative Service 112462- Provide Technical Support to Farmers 00023- Provide Technical Support for Animal Husbandry 10112- Invest in Agriculture 10461- To Participate in Regional and International Organization 03994 - Support the Development of Animal Pounds Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 4,210 3,713 285 (in thousands) 3,881 3,366 339 4,038 2,451 341 4,087 2,455 341 4,137 1,930 341 Total 8,207 7,586 6,830 6,882 6,407 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 15 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.10 - Manage Agriculture, Human Settlement, Cooperatives and Environment 10113- Provide and Monitor Housing Solutions 10 - Ministry of Agriculture, Cooperatives, Human Settlement and Environment 111 - Permanent Secretary's Office 113 Department of Housing Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To ensure adequate housing solutions for the population of the country.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To construct EX-SSMC Homes 2.To construct NHC Starter Homes 3.To have an inventory and assess hurricane shelters for disaster planning 4.To improve NEMA Starter Homes for Upgrade and Expansion Sub-Programme : Expected Results 175 200 20 Performance Indicators Number of homes built Number of homes built Number of Hurricane shelters assessed 30 Number of homes Improved 00049- Provide and Monitor Housing solutions 10113- Invest in Housing Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 198 185 194 197 201 Total 198 185 194 197 201 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 16 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.10 - Manage Agriculture, Human Settlement, Cooperatives and Environment 00055- Promote and Regulate the Cooperative movement 10 - Ministry of Agriculture, Cooperatives, Human Settlement and Environment 111 - Permanent Secretary's Office 114 Department of Co-operatives Officer in Charge Registrar Goals/Global Objectives To encourage and ensure viable cooperative societies Objective(s) for 2016 1.To improve organisational and business skills 2.To increase the level of compliance 3.To promote co-operatives as a viable choice for socio-economic development.
Expected Results 3 Performance Indicators Number of training/workshops delivered 2 1 3 Number of annual general meetings Number of programmes to dive youth: introduction to cooperative societies Increase the level of compliance in the co- operative sector Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 254 236 286 291 296 Total 254 236 286 291 296 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 17 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.10 - Manage Agriculture, Human Settlement, Cooperatives and Environment 10115- Manage Marine Resources 10 - Ministry of Agriculture, Cooperatives, Human Settlement and Environment 111 - Permanent Secretary's Office 115 Department of Marine Resources Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To promote the increase in fish landings, while ensuring that all of the fish and fishery products that are available for local consumption and export, are obtained while practicing conservation measures that will protect their sustainability.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To conduct training in improved fishing techniques 2.To increase landing of Pelagics Sub-Programme : Expected Results 50 Performance Indicators Number of participant registered 10% Percentage increase in large pelagics from respective quarter of the previous year 03122 Procure Marine Resources 00045 Manage Marine Resources and Technical Support 10115- Invest in Fishery 115491- To participate in Regional and International Organizations Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 1,394 111 87 (in thousands) 1,577 1,591 94 1,614 1,717 94 1,635 1,706 94 1,657 1,303 94 Total 1,592 3,262 3,425 3,435 3,055 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 18 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.10 - Manage Agriculture, Human Settlement, Cooperatives and Environment 10173- Manage and protect the Environment 10 - Ministry of Agriculture, Cooperatives, Human Settlement and Environment 111 - Permanent Secretary's Office 173-772 Environment Unit Officer in Charge Senior Environmental Officer Goals/Global Objectives Coordination of environmental management activities in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Provide technical support and advice to government ministries in the undertaking of environmental management functions Objective(s) for 2016 1.To address identified environmental breaches 2.To increase capacity in protected areas management Sub-Programme : 01332 Plan and manage the Environment Expected Results At least 55% 4 Performance Indicators Percentage of identified environmental breaches addressed Number of communities trained in protected areas management Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 464 354 438 446 455 Total 464 354 438 446 455 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 19 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 10 MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, HUMAN SETTLEMENT, COOPERATIVES AND ENVIRONMENT Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ 10112 AGRICULTURAL SERVICES Revenue Loans $ 1011210 Agriculture Diversification Project 18,140,000 500,000 1011217 1011226 Improvement and Expansion of Basseterre Abattoir and Market Agriculture Infrastructure Project 1011228 Community-Based Project 1011229 Resurfacing of Fahies Estate Road 10115 1011513 1011514 1011516 1011517 1011518 MARINE RESOURCES DEPARTMENT Acquisition of Two Multi-purpose Boats and Training Food Security and Marine Services Project Sea Moss Culture Pilot Project Rehabilitation of Old Road Fisheries Complex Improvement of Fisheries Management Purchase Office Equipment Improve Marine Resources Building Purchase Computers for Upgrade/Analysis Fisheries Development of Intensive Cattle Production Systems Establishment of Pack House Provide Water to Designated Pig Production Sites Purchase of Porta Vet Vehicle Renovation of Veterinary services Building Water Catchment facility -Fahies Outreach Centre SSMC Asset Liquidation Project 900,000 200,000 740,000 200,000 10,000,000 - 306,480 150,000 1,620,000 - 240,000 120,000 200,000 106,000 5,024,126 500,000 5,000,000 100,000 220,100 120,000 100,000 87,143 125,000 45,000 180,000 200,000 10,000 3,097,964 - - - - - - - - - - Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding Development Aid $ Total $ 257,938 757,938 REVENUE / SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) 670,302 870,302 REVENUE - 473,059 200,000 REVENUE 473,059 REVENUE / SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) - 150,000 REVENUE 891,000 - - - - 891,000 REVENUE / REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN (ROC) 120,000 REVENUE 106,000 REVENUE 500,000 REVENUE 100,000 REVENUE - - - - - - - - - - REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TOTAL 46,355,813 1,876,000 0 2,292,299 4,168,299 20 11 - Ministry of Tourism Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 11 - Ministry of Tourism Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 2 5 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 8 8 9 10 10 10 10 10 11 12 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message Following the General Elections of February 2015, the Ministry of Tourism replaced what was formerly the Ministry of Tourism and International Transport to lead tourism development in St. Kitts.
The Ministry serves to create a vision which is sustainable and holistic, to shape policy and craft a strategy that creates new opportunities, facilitates sustainable livelihoods, empowers our people, transforms our economy and achieves socio-economic development.

With a contribution to Gross Domestic Product of about 7% and a significant tourism impact on the economy accounting for about 25% of overall employment and substantial foreign exchange earnings, there is no question that tourism is here to stay.
The Caribbean Tourism Review, a report released by the Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) in early 2015 is optimistic about the performance of tourism economies in the region.

In fact, it states that a record 26.3 million tourists visited the Caribbean in 2014 spending US$29.2 billion.

This phenomenal growth of 5.3 percent over 2013 speaks volumes and is testimony to the efforts of the Caribbean to grow tourism.

Such data is heartening, for St. Kitts is no exception.
Indeed, this Team Unity Government expects the upward trajectory in tourism to continue and intensify as it seeks to build on the successes and gains made to create a brighter and more prosperous future for all.

The Ministry of Tourism and the tourism sector generally are forging ahead with various plans to pursue high-end tourism and to develop St. Kitts in a sustainable way for the benefit of the citizens of this great country.
The strategy is based on capacity building, enhancement of the tourism product, diversifying the sectors and growing stay-over arrivals.

Consequently, the Ministry of Tourism is taking specific steps to achieve its goals and has been collaborating with its tourism partners to bring its plans to fruition.
During the months of September to November, the St. Kitts Tourism Authority in conjunction with the Ministry of Tourism conducted taxi training seminars for taxi operators so that they would be better able to ply their trade and create a memorable visitor experience.

Over the ensuing months, training will not be limited to the transportation sector but will extend to shops, vendors and other workers in the industry.
Moreover, it is the intention of this Ministry to establish the Nathaniel John Hospitality Wing at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College as a school of excellence as part of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Network of Excellence for Tourism and Hospitality Training and Education Project.
In early November 2015, the Ministry of Tourism along with the St. Kitts Tourism Authority and its partners, held a Yachting Forum to bring stakeholders together to share ideas on ways in which this sector can be developed.

With the establishment of a marina at Christophe Harbour, the country is poised to strengthen this sector.

To keep up with the increased demands that will be placed on the Ministry and to catalyse the sector, a Yachting Liaison Officer has been recruited to strengthen the team.
One of the major challenges the country faces is the unavailability of updated, accurate data on the performance of the tourism sector to help guide sound decision-making.

Recognition of this weakness has led the Ministry to take definitive steps to build institutional capacity and to recruit a Research Officer whose primary role will be to gather relevant information and analyze it so that it can assist in guiding policy, in developing effective marketing strategies and enhancing the tourism product.
Additionally, an analysis of the gaps also reveals the need for a Community Tourism Officer and a Finance Officer.

Efforts are therefore being made to recruit persons to fill these vital roles to 1 better assist in building efficiencies in the operations and stronger partnerships with stakeholders.

Cruise Tourism continues to be an area of focus as the country gets ready to welcome its millionth passenger during the 2015-2016 cruise tourism season.
There is no room for complacency - what it in fact means is that greater effort has to be exerted to enhance the tourism product and the overall visitor experience, as well as to deliver exceptional service that wows the guests.

One of the challenges the cruise lines point out is the lack of adequate attractions for tourists.

They continue to state that their guests do not have enough to do while on St. Kitts.
The Ministry of Tourism will therefore be encouraging citizens to devise creative, workable ideas given the many opportunities that exist.

Furthermore, in an effort to meet the increased demands at the ports of entry and to facilitate the increasing size of cruise vessels, construction of a second pier is expected to begin in 2016.

In addition, Government will continue to facilitate the development of upscale private-sector projects as it seeks to grow stay-over arrivals.
In keeping with the expansion of the tourism plant, there is need for additional airlift.

The Ministry is pleased to announce that effective December 19 2015, United Airlines will begin non-stop service to St. Kitts out of Newark, New Jersey.

This additional service will complement the diverse carriers that are already servicing our destination such as American Airlines, US Airways, British Airways, Air Canada, Delta and the Caribbean airline, LIAT.
The Ministry of Tourism anticipates exciting times ahead and therefore will seek to develop the tourism economy through prudent fiscal measures, effective marketing of the destination, foreign direct investment, development of the tourism product, intensive training and development and creation of opportunities for local communities.

Hon.
Hon.

Lindsey Grant Minister of Tourism 1.2 Executive Summary The Ministry of Tourism continues to work assiduously to support the sustainable growth, expansion and continued success of the tourism industry.

The performance of this sector continues to be impressive and its importance cannot be emphasized enough in terms of its contribution to the Federation's economy and the wealth and wellbeing of our people.
Our strategy to build awareness of brand St. Kitts involves a finely-tuned geographically, demographically and psycho-graphically ongoing niche marketing programme which emphasises digital strategy.

In this way we consistently deliver our news and information to potential visitors via public relations, advertising, travel industry partnerships and direct marketing vehicles, including social media; shifting the mix as needed on the basis of proven results.
The most recent data received shows consistent growth in non-resident air arrivals from the US market following the 2008-2010 global recession.

Even more importantly, our bi-annual exit interviews continue to show that we are attracting a more affluent and discerning traveler who is likely to spend more during the visit.

According to an airport exit survey conducted in March 2015 among passengers on scheduled airlines, the average per-person-per-day expenditure on-island increased by 20% to $182.
The exit survey data also indicated the growth in on-island expenditure was concurrent with growth among visitors in the $US200,000+ income category, which grew from 22% of the total visitors in 2014 to 32% in 2015.
As we refine our tourism product to appeal to a more upscale guest, many of our projects are also coming to fruition: The world-class YU Lounge in the private jet terminal at the R. L. Bradshaw International Airport has been welcoming passengers from both private and 2 commercial aircraft for over a year now; with its use by passengers steadily continuing to rise.
In fact, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis' increased focus on Real Estate Tourism has seen a number of projects underway which are expected to transform the local landscape, strengthen our infrastructure, boost tourism development and further catalyse the economy.

Last December the world class luxurious property of Belle Mont Farm at Kittitian Hill made its debut, with the completion of Phase 1.

The opening of the full 18 holes of the Irie Fields Golf Course will follow at the end of 2015.
This property is already a wonder to behold and its sustainable thrust in all aspects of its operations spreads the message of the importance of being fiscally, socially, culturally and environmentally responsible stewards.

This bodes well for the continued holistic development of our tourism product.

The Ocean Terrace Inn completed its refurbishment and reopened in April 2015, while the Royal St. Kitts, Bird Rock Beach Hotel and the Sugar Bay Club are all currently also undergoing renovations.
Over the next two years we will witness the opening of the Park Hyatt - St. Kitts, Embassy Suites by Hilton - St. Kitts (a 250-bedroom condominium hotel at Potato Bay, with two swimming pools and a tennis court) and Koi Resort & Residences (a luxury 324-room resort at Half Moon Bay).

The Imperial Residences Project, comprising 86 one-bedroom condominium units in six buildings, is also underway.

Construction is also in progress of the 216-unit condominium property at Frigate Bay known as Pirate's Nest.
Reflecting the increasing demand for St. Kitts as a vacation destination, and in anticipation of an increase in hotel room stock, our aviation strategy is also focused on supporting sustainable growth.

As a result of our strong relationship with top carriers, St. Kitts continues to boast excellent air service from key source markets.
Most recently, we have added weekly non-stop service from Newark into St. Kitts for 2015/2016 peak winter season, opening up key markets in the North-eastern US, and having a potential economic impact in excess of USD $1.8 million.

With this addition, the Federation is now served non-stop by three of the four largest US airlines: American Airlines/US Airways, Delta and United.

In addition to growing our air arrivals we have been simultaneously growing our cruise tourism sector at an impressive rate.
For the upcoming peak season, we are projecting a rise in cruise passenger arrivals to 1.2 million.

Moreover, a second cruise pier with the capacity to berth the world's largest cruise ships will soon be under construction, with a scheduled opening in time for peak season 2016-2017.

Additional golf and dive niche market partnerships are also being leveraged to grow these high-end segments of our visitor-mix.
Following the opening of SALT Plage Beach Bar and dock facility at White House Bay, Christophe Harbour also opened the mega-yacht marina this February; with 24 alongside 150-220-foot berths.

Upon completion, the marina will include 300 berths, with 60 of the berths able to accommodate the world's largest super-yachts of up to 300 feet.
As of May 2015, St. Kitts and Nevis welcomed 134 yachts of more than 100 feet to the Federation's waters, matching the anticipated 20 percent year-over- year growth of the super-yacht industry in St Kitts and Nevis.

We must move as a matter of urgency to foster public and private collaboration to explore and exploit this niche market which is ripe for investment.
Through innovative networking at the local, regional and international levels we must also capitalise on the obvious economic and infrastructural activity taking place in our Federation.

At the Ministry of Tourism we are optimistic that the Return On Investment (ROI) from these strategic alliances will continue to translate into increased total spend, a differentiated tourism product and exponential growth in existing and emerging markets.
This can only redound to the benefit of our progressive nation and its proud people.

Acutely aware that our destination's human resource and natural environment are among our greatest and most valuable assets, the Ministry of Tourism has articulated a pro-people and pro- planet vision in our Tourism Sector Strategy & Action Plan 2014-2019.

We have intensified our 3 focus on engendering a business culture that fosters service excellence.
To ensure our visitors have a world-class experience and to empower more of our citizens to participate in the profits stemming from the cruise tourism sector, for example, Customer Service Training with Certification is afforded to our non-traditional service providers such as our Crafts-men and women, Aloe Rub Practitioners and Primate Vendors.
Similarly, we are excited that the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Tourism will partner shortly to pilot a Tourism Education Programme in at least one secondary and two primary schools.

This initiative has immense potential to further sensitise students and their households to our tourism product and its significant contribution to the national economy, and to assist in the domestic marketing of our country.
When extended to all schools there is no question that this programme will improve the service levels in our destination and increase general awareness of this very significant niche market.

Similar initiatives, like the Future Chefs programme, will position our people to capitalize on the opportunities which are coming on-stream in the next two years with the opening and expansion of several properties.
In fact, it is imperative that through ongoing education and training our youth in particular, and the nation generally, are equipped to manage our destination in such a manner that present and future generations will enjoy the benefits of a thriving tourism industry.

Determined efforts are being made as well to sustainably manage our natural assets for the benefit and enjoyment of locals and visitors alike.
We are aggressively sourcing the necessary expertise and funding to facilitate beach replenishment and nourishment projects to address erosion and infrastructural challenges at South Friars Bay and Frigate Bay.

Improved aesthetics in the area known as 'The Strip' and bicycle and jogging trails around the pond; which has been deemed a protected area, are also included in the upgrades.
Apart from the environmental benefits to be derived from these initiatives, the economic spinoffs will pay dividends for our local entrepreneurs and ancillary businesses, translate into employment and improved living standards for our citizens and enhance the profile and reputation of St. Kitts as a global leader in sustainable tourism practices – a win-win all around.
The annual St. Kitts Music Festival not only attracts music enthusiasts to our shores but continues to spur direct economic activity in the millions of dollars and provide vital employment opportunities for scores of Kittitians and Nevisians; much needed especially in the Tourism off- season.

This worthwhile investment provides an active platform to unearth and expose the artistic talents of Kittitians and Nevisians with a view to future economic self-reliance.
Of significance also is the fact that this year a local company was contracted to film and document the three-day Festival and provide relevant essential services; thus encouraging continued capacity building.

This saved the organization an estimated EC$150,000.00 in associated expenses, while payment to local service providers accounted for approximately 40% of the total St. Kitts Music Festival budget in 2015.
We are fortunate that the growth and diversification of our tourism sector continues to justify significant investment in our human resource, facilities and infrastructure, and the facilitation of private sector projects that appeal to our existing and target visitors.
It is imperative therefore that we continue to develop our tourism sector in accordance with the principles of sustainability, ensuring a carefully managed growth that will provide the maximum return for our investment and benefit to our people, while protecting our natural assets for future generations.
The theme for World Tourism Day 2015; One Billion Tourists, One Billion Opportunities reminds us all of our individual and collective responsibility to actively promote and safeguard our local tourism product.
The Ministry of Tourism and the St. Kitts Tourism Authority are invested in efficiently managing our dynamic and evolving tourism sector and take very seriously our mandate to influence policy decisions, to sensitise stakeholders to best practices and to harmonise effective approaches to resolving critical issues facing our industry.
Convinced of the 4 power of a strategically managed tourism sector to facilitate positive change and transform lives, we subscribe to the collective impact approach; a process by which people from different sectors work together to collaboratively address complex social and environmental problems and promote change in destinations.

This is our guiding principle and vision for our Federation and we continue in our quest to add to a legacy of excellence in the local tourism sector.
1.3 Management Representation Statement The Ministry of Tourism presents the annual report outlining the strategic direction as indicated by the plans and priorities for 2016.

This report is a clear reflection of the overall objectives of the Ministry seeking to efficiently, effectively and prudently maximize available resources in the overall development of our people and industry.
The programmes designed were prepared using a consultative process with stakeholders as we intend to sustain the trend established for sustainable and impactful growth and development.

I am confident that this document will play an important role as a planning guide for the Ministry's operations in the upcoming year and beyond.

Mrs. Carlene Henry-Morton Permanent Secretary (Ag.)
5 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement To work with all stakeholders to design, construct and deliver a sustainable and high quality tourism product which can be enjoyed by each targeted visitor while being valued and respected by all citizens and residents and which will contribute to improving the quality of life of the people of our Federation.
6 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions This coincides with the overall strategic objective of the Government's policy in relation to the role of the Tourism Industry in the sustainable development of the country.

Emphasis is placed on infrastructural development, environmental preservation as well as empowerment of citizens.
2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives The Ministry remains consistent with its overall objectives and the goals established for 2016.

2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year There has been no major modification to the overall strategic direction during the year.
2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives Tourism To ensure that the St. Kitts Tourism Authority effectively carries out the Government's mandate for tourism promotion and product development.

To create an enabling environment for stakeholders to generate more revenue from the increased cruise arrivals resulting from the strengthening relations with cruise companies.
To continue negotiations and manage agreements with airline companies for the introduction and sustainable growth of direct scheduled air services, in our ongoing efforts to improve the market accessibility of our destination.

To combine efforts with the relevant Ministries to address cultural and environmental matters that will aid product development, and enhance the overall visitor experience.
To promote universal sustainable tourism practices in order to ensure that this destination exists for generations to come.

To obtain support from regional organizations and tourism partners for the provision of scholarships and training opportunities as a means of human resource development.

To work with private sector stakeholders and overseas offices to attract more direct foreign investments.
To strengthen collaboration with the Ministry of National Security to monitor and control matters related to visitor safety.

To combine efforts with all concerned for the improvement of the collection and analysis of tourism related data.

7 To strengthen marketing of the destination through web-based marketing efforts and the continued development of niche markets such as dive, conferences and event tourism among others.
To strengthen the human resource capacity of the Ministry and the St. Kitts Tourism Authority.

To effectively utilize Tourism Awareness Month as a means of strengthening partnerships with the private sector and other Ministries thus heightening public awareness on the importance of tourism to our Federation.

To continue our partnership with the Ministry of Sports and other stakeholders in our ongoing efforts to establish St. Kitts and Nevis as a premier Sports Tourism destination.
To partner with other Ministries, such as the Ministry of Education and Health, to boost the destination's attractiveness as it relates to Education and Medical tourism.

Tourism Events Unit To build on, and further develop and maintain partnerships of cooperation with the business community and other entities that can provide financial and other support for events which impact the tourism product and which have the potential to enhance the visitor experience.
To continue to build on the foundation now established, to ensure greater accountability and fiscal prudence.

To continue to co-ordinate the planning and execution of the St. Kitts Music Festival as a major destination promotion tool.

2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives Tourism The Ministry of Tourism is a relatively small one but is staffed with persons with varied skills and talents.
There is a need to strengthen the human resources, through further skills, interpersonal and leadership training.

Ongoing training is considered essential to develop and maintain high levels of performance, especially in technical areas.

The Ministry will continue to pursue efforts to bring real change as it relates to a partnership approach between local private tourism stakeholders and this Ministry with a view to ensuring greater efficiency among staff.
Tourism Events Unit Weak financial support from local business community.

Inadequacy of training opportunities to sharpen existing event management skills.

Shortage of economic impact data.

2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon There has been far greater emphasis on Tourism to drive the economy following the closure of 8 the sugar industry.

In this regard, greater emphasis and visionary planning is required for sustainable tourism development.
Specific areas, for which financial resources must be available within the short term, include investment on: (i) Airlift to the Federation (ii) Cruise Industry (iii) Training of persons to occupy significant positions within the economy (iv) Infrastructural development and adequate management and maintenance policies for facilities.
2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 9 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects Coastal Erosion Mitigation Project, South Frigate and Friars Bay Frigate Bay Beach Enhancement Project Refurbishment of Port Zante 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important - Black Rocks Enhancement Project - Repairs to Pelican Mall and Shutters - Revetment of Ferry Terminal - Pilot Project - Construction of Cockleshell Beach Lavatory 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information - St. Kitts Tourism Authority - Sustainable Travel International 10 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.11 - Prom ote and Develop Tourism Responsibility Centre 11 - Ministry of Tourism 121 Perm anent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To provide a quality tourism product that is sustainable.
To manage maritime and civil aviation safety issues.
Objective (s ) for 2016 1.To increase economic activity through Tourism initiatives Expected Results Perform ance Indicators 15% Percentage increase in cruise vistors Financial Sum m ary Program m e Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 11121- Manage General Administration 11122- Promote and develop Tourism 1,539 13,979 1,466 18,195 1,526 26,197 1,540 26,212 1,554 26,227 Total 15,518 19,661 27,723 27,752 27,781 11 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme E.11 - Promote and Develop Tourism 11121- Manage General Administration Responsibility Centre 11 - Ministry of Tourism 121 Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To achieve excellence by providing quality service and a sustainable tourism product, with emphasis on our people, our patrimony and safety and security.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To provide training to increase the capacity of the Human Resouce of the Ministry to deliver effective programmes and improve customer service Sub-Programme : Expected Results 8 Performance Indicators Number of training sessions 00224 Provide administrative, HR and logistic support 11121- Manage Telecommunication Service 03326 - Sustainable Tourism 1112219 - Training Room Equipment and Furniture 1112220 - Paving of Parking Lot Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 1,174 175 191 (in thousands) 1,266 1,326 1,340 1,354 200 200 200 200 Total 1,539 1,466 1,526 1,540 1,554 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 12 Portfolio Programme E.11 - Promote and Develop Tourism 11122- Promote and develop Tourism Responsibility Centre 11 - Ministry of Tourism 121 Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To strengthen the Ministry's partnerships and forge new relationships both locally and overseas, in an ongoing effort to market St. Kitts and Nevis to the world as a major tourist destination.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To increase tourism awareness and its importance to the country 2.To strengthen the partnerships with the private sector in promoting and improving the tourism product Sub-Programme : Expected Results 2 8 Performance Indicators Number of public relations programmes undertaken by the Ministry Number of partnership initiatives undertaken by government and the private sector 01782 Provide Administrative support 00226 Maintain the Ministry's Tourism assets 00227 Promote and develop tourism through the St. Kitts Tourism Authority 11122- Invest in Tourism Infrastructure 11122-Organise, Support and Promote National Festivals Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 3,655 273 10,051 3,827 768 13,600 3,930 5,718 16,549 3,945 5,718 16,549 3,960 5,718 16,549 Total 13,979 18,195 26,197 26,212 26,227 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 13 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 11 MINISTRY OF TOURISM Project No.
11122 1112211 1112216 1112217 1112218 1112221 1112222 1112223 PROJECT NAME TOURISM DEPARTMENT Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ Amino Craft Market/Pelican Mall Drainage Black Rocks Enhancement Project Repairs to Pelican Mall and Shutters Revetment of Ferry Terminal Refurbishment of Port Zante Pilot Project - Construction of Cockleshell Beach Lavatory Coastal Erosion Mitigation Project South Frigate and Friars Bay 247,000 75,000 874,075 200,000 950,000 150,000 300,000 115,000 535,000 250,000 295,000 200,000 3,000,000 1,500,000 1112224 Frigate Bay Beach Enhancement Project 1,580,000 2,000,000 Training Room Equipment and Furniture Paving of Parking Lot Refurbish Fountain at Independence Square Agro -Tourism Project Purchase of Vehicle Offices for Min.
Tourism, Sports and Culture Ferry Dock - Bathroom Facilities Flatbed Pickup Upgrading of Ferry Terminal 55,000 120,000 63,000 275,000 92,270 85,000 275,000 - - - - - - - - - Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding Development Aid $ Total $ - - - - - - - 75,000 REVENUE / LOAN 200,000 REVENUE 150,000 REVENUE 115,000 REVENUE 250,000 REVENUE 200,000 REVENUE 1,500,000 REVENUE 1,227,795 3,227,795 REVENUE/CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT FUND (CDF) - - - - - - - - - REVENUE REVENUE REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN (ROC) REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN (ROC) REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TOTAL 8,746,345 4,490,000 0 1,227,795 5,717,795 14 12 - Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 12 - Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 8 9 10 10 11 11 11 11 12 12 12 12 13 13 13 13 14 15 16 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message In one of his many famous quotes Winston Churchill opined that "It is no use saying, 'we are doing our best.'
You have got to succeed in doing what is necessary".

That in a nutshell is what the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport is about and what it is seeking to do.

PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE The importance of improving the Federation's infrastructure has been fully recognized by both the public and our Team Unity Government, therefore the Ministry will ensure that public infrastructure plays a vital role in ensuring economic prosperity.
Poor infrastructure impedes the economic growth and international competitiveness of our Federation.

Additionally, the quality and extensiveness of our infrastructure networks will significantly impact our economic growth and affect income inequalities and poverty in a variety of ways.
Extensive and efficient infrastructure is therefore critical for ensuring the effective functioning of our economy, as it is an important factor in determining the location of economic activity and the types of activities or sectors that can be developed.

Road Network The Ministry has been given the mandate and responsibility for the construction and maintenance of infrastructure, including an advanced road network for the benefit of the people of St Kitts and Nevis.
For that reason and subject to a reliable and constant source of refined products, road construction and/or maintenance will not be left to expedience, political or otherwise.

The Ministry therefore intends to construct and/or maintain our necessary road infrastructure in accordance with the monthly lifting programme regarding the supply of asphalt under the Energy Cooperation Agreement between the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and the Government of St Kitts and Nevis.
The major road works under the St Kitts Infrastructure Development Project (ECCB to Sea Bridge) is ongoing and expected to be completed by the end of December 2015.

Drainage The drainage system in St Kitts gives cause for great concern.

Under the aforementioned project, for example, all the cross and exit slipper drains are blocked (Marriott Hotel/Timothy Hill Section), some with concrete and others from years of neglect.
The contractor was instructed to have them cleared for the reasons listed here under: 1) To ensure the storm water removal from the road surface is done effectively and efficiently as intended in the original design in order to avoid dangerous aquaplaning in heavy rainfall which is dangerous for motorists.

2) To reduce the surface water from the road, thus reducing surface damage caused by potential heavy rainfall continuously running on the downhill surface.
3) To use the cross and slipper drains to remove the surface water at frequent intervals to reduce the possibility of flooding at the Marriott roundabout.

Storm Water System at Pond's Pasture (West) 1 The storm water drains west of Sandown Road were examined with a view to resolving the drainage issues on that site and it was determined as follows: 1.

The drain between the houses would be upgraded with a design similar to that which passes through SOL.
This will require a detailed design and survey to establish the property boundaries.

2.

The drain running along Pond Road west of Sandown Road is grossly undersized and will require major design upgrade to make it fully functional to handle the volume of water from that direction.

The intersections were upgraded to partially alleviate some of the problems.

3.

There are a number of side roads emptying water at these intersections on to Pond Road west and east of Sandown Road.
A full study of the future development potential will be done so as to better predict the extreme flood conditions.

In the interim, the current volume must be channeled to the route of least resistance given the low elevation of the area and proximity to sea level.

Based on the preliminary investigation done, it was recommended that the project be executed in two separate phases.
The first phase entails the construction of a properly designed drain between the boundaries to the houses similar to the one going through SOL but of a lesser magnitude and which should constitute: (a) The boundary walls to define the properties similar to the approach adopted at SOL.

(b) Upgrade of drain parallel along west Pond Road from the property drain to Sandown Road.
The second phase would include a Hydrological analysis of the upgraded drain, evaluation of the storm water volume west of Sandown Road with all the side feeder roads and potential flow to all such roads, along with the consideration of taking the flow independently to the sea directly as it is done on Sandown Road and SOL; or if the evaluation supports a lesser volume, the linkage of the upgraded drain can be directed to Sandown Road or the splitting of such volume into two directions depending on the volume calculated.
Quarry Operation The government owned and operated Quarry located at Canada Estate is a vital source of crushed aggregate for the construction industry.

However, the quarry is unable to meet the local demand recently due the significant increase in construction activity.

It is expected that the recent procurement of a new Drill will assist significantly in boosting production in 2016 and beyond.
The demand for both bay sand and ghaut sand has also increased as they are also raw materials for the construction industry.

The Public Works Department continues to work closely with the Department of Physical Planning and Environment (DPPE) to ensure that sand is available to the public in a sustainable manner.

Renewable Energy Our Team Unity Government has taken a comprehensive approach to energy planning in order to face the many challenges that lie ahead.
• Energy Security: Our Government, and by extension the Ministry, has already taken steps to ensure that renewable energy plays a critical role in the sustainable development and economic 2 growth of our twin island Federation of St Kitts and Nevis.

• Energy Equity: It is the fervent view of our Government that every citizen must have access to affordable energy irrespective of his or her social status in their community.
• Energy Environment: The approach taken by our Government will contribute significantly to ensuring that all the issues related to the climate change are adequately addressed.

• Renewable Resources: In our Federation we are blessed with Sunshine, Wind and two (2) Volcanoes.

We have so far developed two (2) Solar Farms in St Kitts and one (1) Wind Farm in Nevis.

The Ministry is therefore dedicated to pioneering and demonstrating a new model of growth known as "green growth".
This bedrock vision will guide and inspire its commitment to a resilient future for St Kitts and Nevis, where growth is envisaged in the area of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency to be strong and sustainable.

As such the Ministry will continue to partner with countries and funding agencies in pursuing green pathways specifically in relation to Solar, Wind and Geothermal energy.
In shaping our response in solving 21st century challenges, the Ministry will strengthen and catalyse high-level political dialogue to ignite perpetual action in the Renewable Energy Sector and will thus explore new approaches to drive private sector investment towards green growth.

It is cognizant of the fact that renewable energy security is a simultaneous advancement of economic growth, environmental sustainability, poverty reduction and social inclusiveness.
The Ministry is now preparing for a leap to wider horizons.

On September 04, 2015 a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Geothermal Exploration in St Kitts was signed between an engineering and services company, Teranov, and the Government of St Kitts and Nevis who has effectuated this timely and relevant initiative to bring relief to energy consumers in the Federation.
The programme embarked upon by the Ministry is expected to be completed in five years but will at first seek to establish the potential of a geothermal resource in St Kitts and if so determined how best to develop that resource without retarding the progress of geothermal development in Nevis.

This comprehensive approach to energy planning will address social and environmental issues, reliability of intermittent resources, as well as focusing on local capacity building.
For these reasons, the Ministry and the St. Kitts Electricity Company (SKELEC) have established a road map to develop geothermal energy in St Kitts on an industrial scale.

The road map includes a proposed methodological approach to the Government validating this resource.

Consequently, there are a number of planned and systematic activities that will create synergy and thus bring this project to fruition.
In April 2016, we anticipate the launch of slim-hole drilling, a phase slated for completion in approximately six months.

A geothermal workshop will be facilitated in November 2016, which will focus on the launch of grants, subsidies and concession loans.

Then in 2017, there is a proposed launch of commercial size demonstration well-drilling, and the anticipation of the geothermal resource final assessment and power plant in 2018.

The geothermal power plant is expected to be commissioned by 2020.
To achieve an outstanding milestone, the Government has realized the need to have a requisite governmental institution/agency necessary for effectively implementing the renewable energy policies and action plans.

As a result, the government has decided to pursue a course of building institutional capacity for the energy sector.

Taking this into consideration, the Ministry is currently embarking on the establishment of two (2) 3 energy-related institutions.
These are the Energy Unit within the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, and a Renewable Energy Training Centre at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC), the country's chief tertiary education institution.

Its aims are to strengthen the human capacity, facilitate technology and skills transfer, as well as to build the needed institutional capacity in renewable energy of St Kitts and Nevis.
Investigations have been already undertaken on the national power plant and transmission lines, the feasibility of establishing wind and solar power plants in St Kitts and Nevis and the regulations for renewable energy power systems interconnecting to the power grid.

These seminal and substantial works have helped to create the foundation for future renewable energy development for the Government of St Kitts and Nevis to forge ahead in accomplishing its goal as the leading green economy in the Caribbean.
Water The Water Services Department (WSD) has experienced a very difficult 2015.

The challenges ranged from the record low rainfall, the resultant low surface water inflows and reduced groundwater abstraction rates, to no new sources of potable water discovered under the BEAD project which proposed to provide two (2) million gallons of water per day.
The WSD initiated a project to deal with the water shortage whereby 6,000 feet of pipeline was installed from Dieppe Bay to Saddlers storage tank (200,000 gallons).

In addition, 1,500 feet of pipeline was used to reactivate the Lodge Well, while a motor pump with housing was installed at Gundo Field Tank to pump water to Cedar Grove.
In the meanwhile, a drier than usual 2016 dry season is forecasted, therefore, it is imperative that other provisions be made as BEAD will not deliver in late 2015 as originally planned.

The Ministry needs to find alternative sources of water and is thus exploring the option of a desalination plant which may be the quickest way to bring added water into the system, while awaiting the results of the BEAD Deep Well Drilling Project.
One of the expected outcomes of the "Rehabilitation and Management of the Basseterre Valley as a Protection Measure for the Underlying Aquifer Project" which was delivered in 2009 is Volume 1: Water Resource Management Plan, that still forms part of the files in the Ministry.

This situation could have been avoided if the Government of the day had taken heed to the warning given by Ocean Earth Technologies (OET) in 2009 about a trend of declining static water levels observed in the Basseterre well-field.
OET warned that "..this decline is observed to range from 1.5 to 2+ feet according to available data extending back into the 1970's.

The decline in water levels appears to have accelerated from 1999 to 2009 with an increase in groundwater withdrawals.

Continued dewatering of the aquifer will lead to increased areas of salt water intrusion and declining potable water quality within the well-field.
Three zones of salt water intrusion have already been identified in the well-field area by the MER mapping..".

Additional water supplies need to be developed now.

Construction of new wells should be placed to the north of the airport and in the higher elevations of Sub-basin A of the Basseterre Valley Aquifer Watershed.

Sufficient well pumping capacity should be installed to double the average day demand for the water system.
This will permit the operation of the well-field in a manner necessary to minimize groundwater mining, prevent insufficient pumping capacity in the event of a well pump loss, provide adequate distribution of the wells to prevent water level drawdown interference between wells, and minimize impacts on the fresh/saltwater interface.
The proximity of the eastern part of the Basseterre Valley Aquifer, the proposed Liamuiga National Park, and the Well-field Protection Area to the Caribbean Sea at Basseterre and North Frigate 4 Bay makes salt water intrusion a serious concern.

By completing additional levels of research and hydrogeologic testing, a more comprehensive and accurate report on the conditions and capacity of the well-field can be generated.
This report will provide finalized recommendations on new supply well specifications, locations, and pumping rates.

It will also provide the baseline information to determine if the upper Basseterre Watershed has the potential to satisfy the water supply needs of the Basseterre Valley residents, in the event the existing well-field has to be abandoned in the not too distant future.
The distribution and locations of new wells should be determined on completion of the MER mapping, monitor well construction, and aquifer performance testing recommended in Phase 2 by OET in 2009.

When OET originally completed the Phase 1 Hydrogeologic Evaluation, which included the geophysical mapping of the existing Basseterre Valley Aquifer Well-field site (Liamuiga National Park Site), there was an anticipation of re-developing this historic well-field, Phase I of the Basseterre Valley Aquifer.
However, in the six years since the initial investigation was completed, the well-field has experienced an increase in salinity as predicted in the OET report "Hydrogeologic Evaluation of the Basseterre Valley Aquifer".

As a consequence, the Ministry is now considering the recommendation by OET that the existing well-field be converted to an emergency backup well- field after a new water source (ground and/or surface water) has been developed in the Upper Basseterre Valley.
Developing a new well-field within the Upper Basseterre Valley will also place the majority of existing industrial pollutant sources downstream of the new well-field.

GENERAL POST OFFICE (GPO) The Department of Post, for 2016, is aggressively finding new ways to innovate and be competitive in our global community.

The products and services offered will be updated, where necessary, and new ones introduced if the Post Office is to remain relevant in the 21st century.
The Universal Postal Union (UPU) and its Postal Technology Centre (PTC) is in the process of updating its IPS Light software to IPS Post, which is much faster and efficient to better serve its customers.

This transition will take place in the first half of 2016.
As a complement to its software upgrades the PTC of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) has recommended that the General Post Office (GPO) replaces those computers currently running the IPS Light so as to ensure the new computers will handle the demands of the new IPS Post.

In 2016 the GPO will introduce a National Addressing System (NAS) and a house/street addressing system.
The NAS will facilitate the efficient distribution of mail/packages, thereby reducing delays and allowing items to reach their destination faster.

The NAS and house/street system will vastly improve the response time for emergency responders e.g.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Fire and Rescue Services.

The safety and security at the GPO, Sub Post Offices and Branch Post Office will be improved.

The GPO will introduce security cameras in an effort to deter crime and improve staff productivity.
Keypad access controls of restricted areas will ensure that only authorised staff gain entry access to specific areas of the Post Office.

URBAN DEVELOPMENT The main objective of the Urban Development Department is to create a safe and harmonious urban environment by redeveloping and revitalizing Basseterre, Sandy Point and all other areas.

5 Areas of focus in Basseterre are the Independence Square, the Circus, and the common areas and public facilities at Port Zante.
The Ministry will also focus on constructing an East Line Bus Terminal, upgrading the Ferry and West Line Bus Terminals to create a more user friendly experience; also the possible development of another Marina at Port Zante and a Marina in Sandy Point.

The plan is to start with the removal of galvanize fencing and derelict vehicles on the side of the roads to the eventual redesigning, redevelopment and reconstruction of existing public spaces to enhance the appearance and aesthetics of our city.
Additionally, the Ministry will plan for various infrastructure facilities and essential services being implemented by the Government for works such as Drain Maintenance and Sanitation, Urban Poverty Alleviation, various public services and crime prevention facilities such as the installation of emergency bells on utility poles, which will enable people to easily locate them, set up IP cameras which have the same effects as CCTVs, at a price that is one-third of the price of CCTVs, and the installation of digital monitors to display information and notices.
The Ministry will develop an urban nature ecological base – the Basseterre Valley National Park, where people and nature can coexist in harmony, while it also seeks to create areas for rest and relaxation within urban spaces.
The Urban Development Department in collaboration with the Ministry of Sustainable Development, the Development Control and Planning Board and the National Housing Corporation, will coordinate environmental planning, monitor and control the activities for planning and regularization of all construction activities on the island, as we seek to pursue qualitative development so we can face the new challenges in this era.
Through active citizen participation, sustainable and sophisticated urban planning, the Urban Development Department can achieve its goals.

TRANSPORT There are three (3) branches of transport - Air, Land and Sea.

Each form of transport with its own history and its own operational peculiarities, poses its own distinct problems.

Any attempt at discussing a subject as vast as Air, Land and Sea transport in one message will therefore be a daunting task.
If one takes safety in transport as an example, Government must be interested in the safety of passengers of all vehicles, but the problem of ensuring that a ship is safely constructed is entirely different from the same problem in relation to aircraft and different to road vehicles.

The word 'safety' is almost the only common factor.
Moreover, safety of travel by sea depends not only on whether a ship is seaworthy but also on the competence of the crew, the accuracy of the charts, the lighting of the coasts, the buoying of channels and many other factors that are more or less interlinked.

The Government machine is thus inevitably constructed to deal with problems of the sea, problems of the land and problems of the air, but not with problems as they affect all three branches of transport.
Notwithstanding, our aim is to provide a safe, efficient and reliable transport system in order to meet the economic, social and recreational needs of all communities and which is capable of supporting the sustainability and future development of St Kitts and Nevis.
6 Maritime Affairs Despite the many challenges, coupled with very scarce resources, the Department of Maritime Affairs continues to make a concerted effort to discharge its roles and responsibilities as a responsible flag, port and coastal state.

In this context, the primary aim is to ultimately create a safe and secure shipping environment to facilitate trade and other maritime activities.

In 2016 a number of projects will be initiated while others will be ongoing.
These include but are not limited to the following: 1.

Implementation of the St Kitts and Nevis Hydrographic Program 2.

Delimitation of Maritime Boundary Program 3.

Licensing of small commercial vessels 4.

Establishment of the Aids to Navigation Program 5.

Development of a Master Plan for Frigate Bay to avoid user conflict 6.

Development of a Master Plan for Cockleshell Bay to avoid user conflict 7.

Partnering with Ministry of Tourism to develop Strategic Plan for yachting sector 8.
Partnering with CFBC to establish Maritime Unit at CFBC 9.

Reviving of Boat Master Training Courses 10.

Partnering with Attorney General Chambers to develop regulations with respect to water crafts to review and adopt Maritime Pollution Act 11.

Partnering with CDA Technical Institute to establish Commercial Dive School Public Transport The Land/Public Transport Division will manage an integrated public transport system.
The Vehicle and Road Traffic Act makes provisions for the establishment of a Traffic Safety and Public Service Drivers Board (TSPSDB) to advise the Minister on all matters pertaining to road transport, traffic and traffic safety and amongst other things, transport rates, dues and charges.
In 2016 efforts will be made to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of transport management in the following areas: Licensing: - Vehicles examined to ensure roadworthiness and proper maintenance - Annual inspection at designated car-testing centres operated by the Private Sector Ports: Our portfolio consists of the modernization of the Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport, the Deep Water Cargo port, a ferry dock, Port Zante - Cruise terminal.
Cargo Port – The cargo port handles the island's container and cargo traffic and other cruise business.

Rehabilitation works are being undertaken at this facility.

Ferry Terminal – The ferry terminal provides daily services to Nevis as well as services to other destinations.

An upgrade to this facility will be done in 2016.

Airport – The terminal building at the RLB International Airport is being upgraded.
Port Zante – This facility is dedicated for cruise ships, accommodating the latest generation of vessels to berth in St. Kitts.

7 The Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC), a Crown Corporation of the Government of Canada, has expressed confidence in the construction of a New Cruise Ship Pier at Port Zante and has offered assistance in accessing Canadian solutions and identifying the potential sources of financing, including Export Development Canada (EDC).
Our Ministry received a letter of introduction dated 1st September, 2015 from the Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC), the content of which describes how it supports governments in their efforts to enter into and successfully complete contracts for goods and services from qualified Canadian suppliers.
The Ministry sought and got the approval of the Cabinet to sign a Government to Government Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) through the CCC which underlined the intentions of both parties to engage into commercial contractual discussions.

This MOU was signed on Thursday 12th November, 2015, and in the process CCC was requested to present its proposals to the St Christopher Air and Sea Ports Authority.

It is therefore anticipated that construction on a new cruise pier at Port Zante will commence in 2016.
May God grant us, in the upcoming year 2016, the serenity to accept the things we cannot change, courage to change the things we can, and wisdom to know the difference.

Hon.

Ian Patches Liburd Minister of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 1.2 Executive Summary Our world is changing, especially in relation to climate change and its impact on our reliance on groundwater and fossil fuel.
As we grapple with the realities of the 21st century, the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport strives to be better equipped to deal with extensive dry spells, the exorbitant cost of fossil fuel, urban renewal, postal service, issues related to transportation, and roads as a component of public infrastructure.
In this regard, we are putting an emphasis on the identification and eventual development of bankable projects within the context of green growth strategies and plans.

This thrust requires the engagement of private sector and government in developing the necessary plans and framework to guide the process leading to establishing conditions for the development of commercially viable projects.

Hence, the Ministry's priority areas of green growth are the development of Solar, Wind and Geothermal energy.
The Ministry encountered many challenges in 2015, particularly in the Water Services Department (WSD).

As such, creative solutions, coupled with hard work and dedication, had to be employed to address the water crisis due to reduced rainfall.

A reality we have not experienced in the Federation of St Kitts and Nevis in over thirty (30) years.
In going forward, the Ministry seeks to introduce new sources of water into our storage and distribution system through Deep Well Drilling and other alternative options such as a Desalination Plant.

This will ensure the security and availability of potable water to alleviate our existing challenges.
As we continue to strive for economic sustainability, we cannot ignore the need for urban renewal energy as it relates to the revitalization and redevelopment of our city, in particular Basseterre, the nerve centre for commercial and social activities.

To this end, it is imperative that the Ministry 8 moves expeditiously with its plans to redesign and reconstruct urban spaces conducive to relaxation, safety, and harmony where people and nature can coexist.
A sound transport system which encompasses all modes of travel, be it air, land or sea is paramount to the social and economic viability of any country and is thus a significant part of the Ministry's portfolio.

We recognize that much hinges on this aspect of our mandate to the people, and aim therefore to provide a safe, reliable and efficient system that is capable of supporting not only sustainability, but also future development of our country.
The Ministry is further charged with the development and maintenance of public infrastructure of which much of its budget is allocated annually for the upkeep and construction of roads.

Currently, this is especially evident in the extensive works undertaken to upgrade the Dr. Kennedy Simmonds Highway, road resurfacing from ECCB Roundabout to Majors Bay (Sea-Bridge) and the many roads designed and constructed in new housing developments.
In relation to the Department of Post, there is constant need to find innovative and competitive ways to remain relevant in this era, especially with the advent of social media, diverse and varied communication alternatives.

Hence, upgrades of both hardware and software become necessary, albeit costly, for the delivery of new and improved products.
We will therefore continue to engage with international, regional and local partners, including private sector and civil society to identify synergies to maximize the effectiveness of our limited resources.

This is in an effort to remain relevant and timely with addressing the many issues and challenges which confront us.
1.3 Management Representation Statement In keeping with the Government's Medium Term Fiscal Framework, I hereby present the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport, Annual Report on Plans and Priorities for 2016.

The document is deemed accurate and relevant, and will therefore serve as a road map to guide the implementation and evaluation of the Ministry's initiatives in 2016.
The document will further be utilized to monitor the Ministry's effectiveness and efficiency through its Performance Indicators as we forge ahead to fulfill our goals and vision for economic security and prosperity for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis by particularly addressing our energy and environmental challenges.

Brenda Boncamper Permanent Secretary (Ag.)


9 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement To provide a framework to identify and prioritize the public infrastructure development needs of the country in the areas of energy, transport, potable water, urban renewal, and flood management, also to facilitate their delivery in a manner that advances the social and economic fabric of the Federation of St Kitts and Nevis.
10 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions The Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport commits to investments in the Renewable/Alternative Energy and Energy Efficiency sector, the development and implementation of impactful and bankable projects through its policy direction outlined hereunder: • Pursuing Geothermal Energy production • Supporting solar farm development for both commercial and residential use • Building cooperation between SKELEC and NEVLEC for efficiencies in the services they provide to the people of our Federation, with the goal of reducing the cost of energy to consumers • Constructing an East Line Bus Terminal in Basseterre • Feasibility Study towards Basseterre Drainage Improvement • Urban Revitalization for Basseterre and Sandy Point • Feasibility Study towards Coastal Area Revetment for Irish Town and Fortlands • Ongoing Upgrade and Maintenance of Public Infrastructure and Facilities 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives These are outlined hereunder: • To create and sustain a safe and secure shipping environment to facilitate trade and to protect the marine environment • To provide the general public with a reliable supply of potable water and electricity at a reasonable cost • To provide customers with improved and enhanced facilities and services through modernized postal operations in a safe and secure environment • A commitment to Public Safety by ensuring that public infrastructure is constructed and maintained to the highest standards, and by responding to emergencies engendered by the weather, such as flooding, landslides, and road blockages.
2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year The Ministry was compelled through unforeseen circumstances to modify its strategic direction during fiscal year 2015.

Its limited resources, both human and capital, had to be deployed to focus on mitigating the impact experienced island wide due to the reduction in rainfall and low inflows of surface water.
This led to water service interruption, a brush fire in the Royal Basseterre Valley Aquifer and the resultant damage to infrastructure including power lines.

11 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 1.

Generally knowledgeable technical staff in the core activities of the Ministry 2.

Ongoing training to improve skills and productivity 3.

The embracing of new technologies and modernization of operations 4.
The ability to perform incredibly well under extenuating circumstances and many constraints 5.

Implementation of schedules for inspection and preventative maintenance of all government facilities 6.

Ongoing well drilling exploration in an effort to introduce new sources of water into the storage and distribution system 7.

Installation of lights and related objects for safe navigation and security of sea vessels 8.

Computerization of various operations within the Postal Service 9.
Installation of appropriate security systems to improve security within the Postal Service 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives These include, but are not limited to, the following: 1.

There is need to adopt a culture of accountability, coupled with good work ethics 2.

Improved interpersonal skills will foster better relationships and communication 3.

An upgrade of the vehicular fleet will reduce delay in response time 4.
Malfunctioning of equipment results in expensive rentals and repairs 5.
Effective supervision is necessary to achieve higher productivity 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 12 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects - Construction of Bus Terminal - Purchase of Equipment - PWD - Coastal Area Revetment Study (Irishtown/Fortlands) - Upgrade of Dr. Kennedy Simmonds Highway - Well Drilling and Extension of Water Lines - Development of Water Master Plan - Basseterre Drainage Improvement Study - Natural Disaster Management - Hurricane Lenny Rehab Phase II 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important - Road Improvement Project - Water Loss Programme - Water Disinfection (Chlorination) Project - Phase II - Fencing of Reservoirs and Upgrade of Pump Houses - Upgrade Postal Services 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects - Well Drilling and Extension of Water Lines The first round of exploratory work has been completed, including geophysics, to determine location and quantity of water potentially available.
The data gathered is currently being analysed to ascertain the best drill site.

- Upgrade of the Dr. Kennedy Simmonds Highway The following sub-components are currently ongoing: 1.)

Construction of Tunnel at Timothy Hill: - It is expected that the works should be completed by March 2016.

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Resurfacing of Roadway from ECCB Roundabout to Majors Bay (Sea-Bridge): - This is expected to be substantially completed by the end of December 2015.
- Other works to be done early in 2016 include the road markings and replacement of guardrails etc.

- Basseterre Drainage Improvement Study This project is proposed to control run off and siltation (erosion) from the upper reaches of the College Street Ghaut and reduce the chances of flooding in the lower coastal area of Basseterre.

This is expected to be achieved through sedimentation ponds or chambers and other similar structures.
A feasibility study will be undertaken in 2016 to ascertain the way forward with the necessary works which are required.

- Coastal Area Revetment Study (Irish Town/Fortlands) This project seeks to construct Sea Defence in the form of Rock Revetment along the Irish Town Bay Road/Fortlands to protect the Bay Road and the neighbouring properties.

The project is rolled over to 2016 for implementation of a feasibility study.
- Road Improvement Project This project involved the construction of concrete roads in some sixteen (16) housing developments around the island.

In all but one of these, the works are substantially completed with only minor defects to be corrected.

2.4 Transfer Payment Information There is a commitment by the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport to contribute annually to the following regional and international organizations listed below: 1.
Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2.

Caribbean Postal Union (CPU) 3.

Caribbean Water and Sewage Association (CAWASA) 4.
Caribbean Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control (CMOUPSC) 5. International Maritime Organization (IMO) 14 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.12 - M anage Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Developm ent and Transport Responsibility Centre 12 - Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 131 -Perm anent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To coordinate the formulation, implementation and monitoring of Government policies and regulations in relation to housing, public works, energy and water in order to deliver the best quality services to all customers, and to enhance the national economic landscape thus improving the quality of life.
Financial Sum m ary Program m e Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 12131- Manage General Administration 12133- Maintain and Develop Infrastructure 12135- Supply and Manage Water 12132 Provide Postal Services 12136- Monitor and Regulate Transportation in the Federation 12137 - Manage Urban Development Unit 1,026 43,746 5,222 3,489 340 866 32,023 13,083 2,867 379 889 25,498 13,481 2,873 390 899 22,901 13,516 2,850 394 910 19,665 11,299 2,790 399 61 62 64 Total 53,823 49,218 43,192 40,623 35,126 15 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.12 - Manage Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 12131- Manage General Administration 12 - Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 131 -Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To provide a framework to identify and prioritize the public infrastructure development needs of the country in the areas of energy, transport, potable water, urban renewal and flood management, also to facilitate their delivery in a manner that advances the social and economic fabric of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To launch Slim Hole Drilling in relation to Geo-thermal Energy 2.To facilitate Geo-thermal workshop 3.To implement initiatives of the Energy Plan 4.To undertake Slim Hole Drilling in the Exploration of Geo-thermal Energy Sub-Programme : Expected Results April 2016 November 2016 April 2016 October 2016 Performance Indicators Date launch to be executed Date workshop to be conducted Date to commence the implementation of Energy policy initiatives Date exploration to be completed 00395 Provide Administrative Support 12131- Manage Telecommunication Service Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 1,026 866 889 899 910 Total 1,026 866 889 899 910 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 16 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.12 - Manage Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 12132 Provide Postal Services 12 - Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 131 -Permanent Secretary's Office 132 Postal Services Officer in Charge Postmaster General Goals/Global Objectives To provide the public with an affordable and modern postal service Objective(s) for 2016 1.To computerize various operations within the Postal Service for improved efficiently 2.To improve the security within the Postal Service by installing appropriate Security Systems Sub-Programme : Expected Results December 2016 April 2016 Performance Indicators Date to complete computerization of the Counter Operations, Parcel posts, and Mail operations despatch Date of completion installation of Security Systems 00403 Administer postal service and customer service 00404 Deliver and dispatch mail 00406 Provide financial services 12132- Invest in postal service Participate in Regional and International Organizations Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned
 Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 2,564 745 181 (in thousands) 2,317 350 200 2,473 200 200 2,450 200 200 2,490 100 200 Total 3,489 2,867 2,873 2,850 2,790 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 17 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.12 - Manage Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 12133- Maintain and Develop Infrastructure 12 - Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 131 -Permanent Secretary's Office 133 Public Infrastructure Department Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To meet the infrastructure needs of St. Kitts in respect of roads, bridges, public buildings, quarry services, vehicle maintenance, providing technical advice and procurement of plant and materials Objective(s) for 2016 1.To improve the execution and outputs of projects undertaken by Public Infrastructure 2.To maintain an adequate production of aggregate to satisfy the demand of the public 3.To provide maintenance of Government's vehicles 4.To undertake road repairs and upgrade 5.To undertake the maintenance of Government Buildings and facilities Sub-Programme : Expected Results 90% Performance Indicators Percentage of assigned Projects/Tasks completion within the specified time frame 100 cubic yards/month Average increase in the quantity of crushed aggregate 100/month 53 miles 60/quarter Number of Government's vehicles serviced per month Number of miles of road surfaced, resurfaced or patched Number of service requests undertaken on Government buildings and facilities 00417 Provide administrative services 03483 Provide Fuel for Government Vehicles 00418 Manage Projects and Developments Construct and maintain roads, bridges and drains 00446 Construct and maintain Government Buildings and Facilities 00447 Maintain and upkeep Government Vehicles and Equipment Mine and Supply Aggregates 12133- Invest in infrastructure 00450 - Manage Energy Unit 18 Financial Summary
 Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 11,086 32,659 10,781 21,242 11,383 14,115 11,434 11,467 11,103 8,561 Total 43,746 32,023 25,498 22,901 19,665 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 19 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.12 - Manage Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 12135- Supply and Manage Water 12 - Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 131 -Permanent Secretary's Office 135 Water Services Department Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To ensure that all reasonable needs of our consumers are met in a timely and efficient manner through the effective management of our water resources Expected Results Less than 48 hours December 2016 5 MG/d Performance Indicators Average annual duration of disruption of service to customers Date the new water policy is completed Average daily volume of water produced Objective(s) for 2016 1.To ensure continuous service of water to consumers 2.To produce a new water policy 3.To produce sufficient water to meet the customer demand Sub-Programme : Manage and administer water Produce water Distribute water Control water quality 12135- Invest in water supply Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 4,458 732 33 (in thousands) 4,650 8,400 33 4,778 8,670 33 4,812 8,672 33 4,846 6,420 33 Total 5,222 13,083 13,481 13,516 11,299 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 20 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.12 - Manage Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 12125- Manage International Transport 12 - Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 131 -Permanent Secretary's Office 136
 Transport Department Officer in Charge Manager Goals/Global Objectives To monitor and regulate International Transportation.
Expected Results 10 Performance Indicators Number of projects and programmes in support of the overall objectives for 2016.

Objective(s) for 2016 1.To ensure the safety and security of shipping in support of effective trade facilitation and the protection of the marine environment under: Flag State, Port State and Coastal State.
Sub-Programme : 12125- Invest in International Transport 21 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.12 - Manage Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 12136- Monitor and Regulate Transportation in the Federation 12 - Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 131 -Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To monitor and regulate transportation in the federation.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To construct new Pier at Port Zante.

2.To upgrade the Terminal Building at the RLB International Airport.

Sub-Programme : Expected Results December 2016 October 2016 Performance Indicators Date construction to be completed Date to complete the work to be undertaken.
00397 Administer and Regulate Local Transportation 00398 Regulate and Monitor Maritime Affairs 12136 - Invest in Local Transportation 03758 Caribbean MOU on Port State Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 316 25 354 25 365 25 370 25 374 25 Total 340 379 390 394 399 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 22 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.12 - Manage Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 12137 - Manage Urban Development Unit 12 - Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Post, Urban Development and Transport 131 -Permanent Secretary's Office 137 - Urban Development Department Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To create a safe and harmonious urban environment by redeveloping, redesigning, reconstructing and the revitalization of existing public spaces to enhance the appearance and aesthetics of our city - Basseterre, also Sandy Point and all other areas, where people and nature can co-exist in harmony while it also seeks to create areas for rest and relaxation within urban spaces.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To develop an urban nature ecological base - the Basseterre Valley Nature Park.

2.To draft Regulation and Act to govern urban development.

3.To undertake the removal of derelict vehicles and galvanize fencing in Basseterre.

Sub-Programme : Expected Results December 2016 September 2016 December 2016 Performance Indicators Date to complete feasibility study and design.
Date first draft to be delivered Date to complete the required work 00398 Manage and Maintain Urban Development Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 61 62 64 Total 61 62 64 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 23 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 12 MINISTRY OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, POST, URBAN DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSPORT Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding 12133 PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE DEPARTMENT 1213327 Natural Disaster Mngt - Hurricane Lenny Rehab Phase II 8,150,700 815,070 1213338 Upgrade of Dr. Kennedy Simmonds Highway 1213339 1213340 1213341 1213342 1213346 Purchase of Equipment - PWD Basseterre Drainage Improvement Study Coastal Area Revetment Study (Irishtown/Fortlands) Road Improvement Project Construction of Bus Terminal 35,000,000 8,000,000 12,772,142 1,400,000 1,620,000 1,620,000 24,000,000 - - - 6,000,000 300,000 12135 WATER DEPARTMENT 1213516 1213528 1213533 Water Resource Mngt Project - Aquifer Protection Fencing of Reservoirs and Upgrade of Pump Houses Development of Water Master Plan 1213534 Water Disinfection (Chlorination) Project - Phase II 500,000 100,000 - 1,000,000 3,000,000 700,000 200,000 100,000 1213538 Well Drilling and Extension of Water Lines 13,800,000 1,000,000 1213539 Water Loss Programme 1213540 Upgrade of Vehicle Fleet - Pickup 900,000 200,000 500,000 170,000 12132 POSTAL SERVICES Development Aid $ Total $ - 815,070 REVENUE / CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (CDB) 2,000,000 - 700,000 700,000 10,000,000 REVENUE / SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) 1,400,000 LOAN 700,000 CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (CDB) 700,000 CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (CDB) 200,000 - 200,000 SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) 300,000 REVENUE - 400,000 - - 100,000 REVENUE 400,000 CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (CDB) 700,000 REVENUE 100,000 REVENUE 6,000,000 7,000,000 REVENUE / SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) - - 200,000 REVENUE 170,000 $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1513211 Upgrade of Postal Services 1,645,000 200,000 - - 200,000 REVENUE TOTAL c/f 110,707,842 12,985,070 0 10,000,000 22,995,070 24 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 12 MINISTRY OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, POST, URBAN DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSPORT Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ TOTAL b/f 110,707,842 12,985,070 Solar Roof Top Project Procurement of Meters and Lockable Valves Extension of Water Lines Well Drilling Programme Expansion of Water Capacity Road Improvement Project Repairs to Irishtown Bay Road West Basseterre By-pass Road Purchase Excavator Expansion of Reservoirs 500,000 3,000,000 6,000,000 37,396,000 713,000 260,000 Relocate Customer Service Division & New Billing Sys.
1,000,000 Camps Exit Storm Drainage Construct Quarry Change Room Repairs to Irishtown Bay Road NEMA Housing Resettlement Project Upgrade of Vehicle Fleet Basseterre Valley National Park Project Water Disinfection (Chlorination) Project Electricity Department Repairs/Upgrade Project Purchase of Generators Corporatisation of Electricity Department Ponds Drainage Project 1,043,599 210,000 1,113,857 2,537,640 750,000 2,019,924 1,078,000 25,471,297 36,403,770 2,164,562 2,700,000 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding Development Aid $ Total $ 0 10,000,000 22,985,070 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN (ROC) REVENUE REVENUE SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (CDB) REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE LOAN REVENUE LOAN REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN (ROC) REVENUE REVENUE / GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT FUND (GEF) DEVELOPMENT AID (Spanish Govt) REVENUE / PETROCARIBE REVENUE REVENUE / CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (CDB)-GRANT REVENUE / LOAN $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TOTAL c/f 235,566,791 12,985,070 0 10,000,000 22,985,070 25 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 12 MINISTRY OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, POST, URBAN DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSPORT Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ TOTAL b/f 235,566,791 12,985,070 Well Drilling and Rehabilitation Heavy Fuel Treatment Building Road Improvement Project Natural Disaster Management - Hurricane Lenny Rehabilitation (Retention) Romney Ground Drainage Project Disaster Preparedness Materials Purchase of Vehicles ((1)flat bed, (1) dump truck, (2) lge pickup truck, (4) pickup trucks, Grader - PWD Roads Division Construction of Warehouse and Renovation of Powerhouse Buildings Upgrading Transmission and Distribution Sys Electricity Supply Improvement Project Refurbishment of Admin Bldg & Commercial Office System Studies Purchase of Critical Spares Upgrading of Billing Centre Computer Security Hut and Fence, NEEDS must Power Station Purchase of Lathe Mapping of Distribution System 3,000,000 550,000 3,853,930 22,394,000 230,000 445,688 1,160,000 1,900,000 1,405,000 1,885,000 14,175,000 1,000,000 350,000 550,000 1,300,000 50,000 58,050 810,000 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding Development Aid $ Total $ 0 10,000,000 22,985,070 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - REVENUE / LOAN REVENUE / LOAN REVENUE REVENUE / CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (CDB) REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / LOAN LOAN REVENUE / LOAN LOAN/DEVELOPMENT AID LOAN (Crown Agents) REVENUE / LOAN REVENUE REVENUE LOAN REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / LOAN $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TOTAL 290,683,459 12,985,070 0 10,000,000 22,985,070 26 13 - Ministry of Education Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 13 - Ministry of Education Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 12 15 16 16 17 17 17 17 17 20 20 22 23 23 23 24 25 26 27 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message Recognizing the centrality of education to the development of human resource, poverty reduction and sustainable development, the Ministry of Education is committed to providing quality, holistic education for all.
It is against this backdrop that I take pleasure in presenting for the first time, the Ministry of Education's report on the programmes and projects which will inform the upcoming budget year 2016.

Having been introduced to the many plans, programmes and capital projects implemented by this Ministry, I can attest to the fact that this ministry is very active.

An evaluation of the work and product of the ministry for last year revealed that a number of achievements were attained.
I am proud to present on these attainments.

I will first start with our premier tertiary education institution - The Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College.

The Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) is the main tertiary level institution in St Kitts and Nevis and is mandated, among other things, to provide for the development of higher academic learning and certified technical and vocational training in the areas of liberal and creative arts, business, science, technology and agriculture.
In 2015, the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College was able to successfully implement a number of programmes which had far reaching impact on the standards, quality and depth of educational opportunities offered to the community: 1) A State-of the-Art Clinical Skills Laboratory, hailed as the best in the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), was completed and formally opened.
2) The faculty in the Health Science Division has upgraded their qualifications to meet the minimum standard requirement of Master's level for teaching in the new BSc Nursing programme.

3) The BScN and Nursing Assistant Programmes were successfully upgraded.

The improvement in the quality standards of the Health Science Division will further contribute to CFBC attaining its accreditation status.
4) New courses have been introduced in Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) including Integrated Maths, Performing Arts, Digital Media and Entrepreneurship.

Plans are in place to introduce Logistics and Supply Chain Operations as a pilot study.

5) The new Post Graduate Diploma in Education completed its first year and is about to enter the second year.

6) The first cohort of Early Childhood of teachers has successfully completed the Associates Degree Programme in Early Childhood Education.
An impressive exhibition was held to celebrate this achievement.

7) The College continues to expand and refine its plans to impact the experiences and outcomes of students by introducing two new offices.

First is the Office of Student Affairs and second, the Office of Safety and Security.

Both offices will work closely with the Office of Student Counselling so as to better promote the holistic development of students.
8) A new Vice President of Finance and Administration was recruited at the end 2014 to assist 1 with improving the systems of financial control and ensuring the timely preparation and dissemination of financial information.

9) The Self Study Report which is a prerequisite to accreditation was vetted by external and internal stakeholders and will be submitted to the Accreditation Board, as CFBC seeks to complete the accreditation process.
10) Five shipping containers were procured and retrofitted to assist in providing classrooms, labs and storage rooms.

11) Technical, Vocational Education and Management Studies(TVEMS) – In 2014/2015 CFBC benefitted from a three million dollar ($3m) grant from the Sugar Industry Diversification Fund (SIDF), which financed infrastructure and material upgrade.

Among the projects completed were: i.

Extensive roof repairs at the Horsford's Road Campus ii.
Perimeter security fencing of the Horsford's Road Campus iii.

Repainting of buildings at Horsford's Road and Annex iv.

Refurbishment of classrooms, workshop, staff rooms, bathrooms and administrative offices v. Upgrade of electrical lighting and security vi.

Installation of hurricane shutters and security cameras vii.

Construction of student accommodation area viii.

Procurement of IT resources such as computers, printers, projectors and smart boards ix.
Procurement of tools and equipment for all programmes, including simulations x.

Procurement of 2 hydroponics greenhouses 12) Curriculum review and upgrade from Certificate to Associates Degree level was conducted for all 5 programmes at TVEMS, namely: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Electronics and Electrical Installation, Architecture and Design, Technology, and Timber and Automotive Engineering.
13) Construction of 2 new administrative spaces to house the offices of the Vice President of Finance and Director of Student Services.

14) The continued hosting of the EBSCO platform which affords students and faculty access to e-journals and e-books.

15) Formal delivery of a one (1) year Hospitality/Culinary Certificate Programme in conjunction with Preparing People for Employment Programme (PPEP).
16) Students at CFBC are supported and encouraged to participate in local and regional events as part of their holistic development and to take part in extracurricular activities at the college.

It is our belief that these activities build life skills.
Activities in which students were engaged included: a. Leeward Islands Debating Competition, hosted by St. Kitts b. Inter-Schools Track and Field Competition c. CFBC Dance Ensemble Recital d. CFBC History Club visit to Jamaica e. CFBC Choral Concert The College continued to partner with international Universities: The Agriculture Studies Programme which was developed in partnership with Dalhousie University and Nova Scotia Community College has been fully implemented.
Members of CFBC staff have provided institutional support to other Caribbean countries in agroponics and hydroponics.

The CFBC began the process to become a Microsoft testing centre and will be offering training in Microsoft 2 Certification courses for all CFBC students and the public at large.
Examinations Our students continue to write overseas and local examinations which include: Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE), UWI Associates and Bachelor's Degrees in Teacher Training and Nursing,the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) and the Caribbean Certificate of Secondary Level Competence (CCSLC), offered by the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) and our local Test of Standards.

Overall, the 2014-2015 academic year has been a very successful one.
I pause at this time to say a heartfelt thank you to all stakeholders who contributed to this significant achievement of our nation's youth.

The CAPE results for the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College, for the academic year ending 2015 saw 371 students registered for the CAPE examinations.

One thousand and ninety seven (1097) entries or 87.90% returned a passing grade which is not too far from the regional average of 90.7%.

The most outstanding student this year received seven (7) Grade 1 passes.
C-SEC Exams were written in thirty-three (33) subjects across all schools in St. Kitts and Nevis.

There were four thousand seven hundred and nineteen (4719) subject entries, with three thousand nine hundred and eight (3908) entries returning passing grades for a national average pass rate of 82.81%.The most outstanding student this year received thirteen (13) Grade 1 passes.
At this point, I express my pleasure and gratitude for the transformation that has taken place with the inmates at Her Majesty's Prison in respect to education.

Fifteen (15) inmates wrote nineteen (19) subjects and returned 18 passes or a 94.73% pass rate.

At the New Horizons Rehabilitation Centre, six (6) students wrote eighteen (18) subjects and returned ten (10) passes or a 55.55% pass rate.
The 2015 Test of Standard Examination in Mathematics, Language Arts, Social Studies and Science and Technology for grades 3 to 6 were held during the period June 9 – 17, 2015.

A total of 759 grade three students, 764 grade four students, 741 grade five students and 794 grade six students wrote the Examination.

Grade 3, returned an overall average of 62%, Grade 4 received a pass rate of 59% Grade 5 had the weakest performance of 51% and Grade 6 had an average pass rate of 58%.
Quality Assurance in Tertiary Education continues to be the hallmark in our Ministry.

The St. Christopher and Nevis Accreditation Board continued its operation to ensure that the tertiary institutions throughout the Federation provide quality education for all students.

The Board is constantly reviewing the guidelines and the Accreditation process to ensure quality.
St. Kitts and Nevis has successfully hosted the 2015 Caribbean Area Network Quality Assurance Tertiary Education (CANQATE) Quality Assurance Conference under the theme "Quality Assurance and Socioeconomic Development in a Global Environment: Regional and International Perspectives."
As the Ministry expands the educational spectrum for our people, the Government of St Kitts and Nevis, through the Ministry of Education signed a memorandum of understanding with Seneca College in Canada, thereby providing opportunities to help build the capacities of our people and enhance national development.
Our scholars from the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College are therefore awarded scholarships to advance their studies at the Seneca College in Canada, University of the Virgin Islands, Monroe College in St Lucia or New York, and Universities in Cuba and Taiwan.

Additionally, the University of the West Indies, through its Open Campus continues to provide for and meet the increasing demands for educational and vocational courses for the 3 people of the Federation of St Kitts and Nevis.
Our students have the good fortune to advance their academic and technical abilities through these local, regional and international Universities.

The St Kitts-Nevis National Education Foundation offers deserving disadvantaged students the possibility to receive excellent higher education through the provision of scholarships.
Education Foundation The St Kitts-Nevis National Education Foundation (SKNNEF) is a non-profit organization which provides assistance to educational personnel (including teachers) who positively contribute to the development of the nation's children with creative ideas and projects.

For this academic year; 2015-2016, the Foundation has made available 30 scholarships to students in the Federation.

The scholarships are as follows: 1.


Demonstrative Need Scholarship - Provides funding to financially needy students who are at or below the nationally established poverty line.

2.

TVET Scholarship -This offers funding to students who are fully enrolled in a TVET program.

3.

Gender-based Scholarship - Makes funds available for male students in primary or high school who demonstrate financial need.
The funds from these scholarships may be used for resource materials, supplies, equipment, transportation or technology.

For more information, please visit our website: www.sknnef.org.
Education Sector Strategic Plan In an effort to ensure the capabilities of our students to gain these scholarships and access higher level educational institutions, the Ministry of Education is determined to develop a medium- term education sector strategy that will improve participation in and the quality of education for all learners.

During the year, three committees were initiated to guide the development of the plan namely: 1.
The Steering Committee which is comprised of policy makers who provides policy guidance and overall leadership.

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The Programme Development Committee is tasked with operationalizing policy priorities into specific activities that will help the Ministry achieve its targets and 3.

The Core Planning Committee which consists of technical persons with the responsibility of preparing the plan.
The committees, with technical support from United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), have made significant headway.

The Education Sector Policy Reviews which climaxed in March 2015, have identified gaps within the system and four broad, policy priority domains were established.

These include: (1) strengthening governance and management at the system and school levels.
(2) improving access to and participation in quality Early Childhood Education (ECE) and compulsory education, (3) Improving participation and retention at the secondary level, and (4) Improving opportunities for Post Secondary 21st Century Skills through access to TVET.
In the fourth quarter of the year, the International Institute for Education Planning (IIEP) worked with the Education Management Information System (EMIS) Department to develop a relevant simulation model to weigh the feasibility of plan projections, facilitated a capacity development workshop for programme developers, and offered key technical support to determine plan cost and finance.
4 Given the work done to date, it is expected that by the end of the first quarter of 2016, the Ministry of Education will have completed the five (5) year sector strategy and an operational plan to guide the activities for the first year of implementation.

As we enter the new fiscal year, we are pleased to have this strategic document to guide the Ministry of Education.
It not only provides an explicit road map for action to redress identified gaps and strengthen the education system, but also, critically, provides a clear indication of the cost and finance implications for effecting targeted changes in the academic and TVET domains of our Education System.

TVET Our Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Programme remains a major priority for the sustainable development of our nation through the building of a highly skilled and competent work force.
The TVET Council was reconstituted and a new Chief Executive Officer was appointed to lead the SKN TVET Secretariat.

There is ongoing training and development of the TVET Secretariat as we move to achieving National Training Agency Status.

The Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ) Assessors and Verifiers training continued.

Over fifty (50) instructors completed the initial training this year and are expected to receive their certificates.
The training will continue as we seek to increase the number of CVQ Certified Assessors.

A Labour Market Survey was completed this year and will provide detailed information on the training needs of the workforce.

The facilities at AVEC have been upgraded to allow for delivery of more market demand programmes.

It is now capable of delivering CVQ Level 2 Certification in Hospitality and Building construction.
AVEC The Advanced Vocational Education Centre (AVEC) is mandated to provide an enabling environment for the development of skills and competences in a range of disciplines.

The Centre continues to train persons to acquire the necessary competencies to enable them to be easily integrated into the world of work or to further their career at the Technical Division of the CFBC.
Trainees who display the potential were given the opportunity to write Accounts, Principles of Business, Office Administration and Electronic Data Processing Management (EDPM) at the CSEC level.

There was an 80% pass rate in those areas.

The successful candidates were able to gain acceptance at the CFBC to further their development.

State of the art industrial tools and equipment have been procured, and the required curriculum is available and in use.
AVEC continues to receive assistance from the National Skills Training Programme.

National Skills Training Programme (NSTP) The NSTP implemented Cycle 4 of the A Ganar/Secondary School Work Based Programme (SSWBP).This is one of the strategies employed by the Ministry of Education to address the issues encountered with students at the lower academic level of Fourth Form.
The objectives of the programme include improvement of the retention rate of students, equipping students with employability skills and providing them with certification.

This year eighty (80) students participated in the programme.

The National Skills Training programme provided training for facilitators in the areas of Teaching Strategies and First Aid.

The Programme continues to provide full time and part time training in various vocational areas.
Institutions which benefited from these training programmes include: Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School, the New Horizons Rehabilitation Centre, the St. Kitts Association of Persons with Disabilities, AVEC, Project Strong and other unemployed persons.

5 Project Strong Project Strong continues to train young persons of St. Kitts and Nevis in entrepreneurial skills.
This institution caters to their needs through skills-based instruction and uses practical activities to adequately outfit them to assume the role of entrepreneurs.

The trainees were able to developed their entrepreneurial skills in upholstering used furniture, bee keeping, garment construction, baking & pastry making, basketry and agro-processing.
They were involved in three (3) major projects: The hosting of and participation in the Petro-Caribe Plastic Bottle Recycling Project; participation in the Annual Agricultural Exhibition; and the Basseterre High School Career Fair.

Project Strong continues to review and upgrade the curriculum for the trainees.
Curriculum Review The Curriculum Development Unit (CDU) continues with plans for the review of the existing National Curriculum for Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Technology, and Social Studies at the primary school level.

The data from the questionnaires sent to principals, teachers and parents have been collected and is being analysed to inform the needs assessment.
The assessment aims to gain an understanding of the current situation as it relates to the existing National (K-6) Curriculum, and to determine the way forward for the envisioned/revised curricula.

An Advisory Committee and a Technical Support Team have been established.

The Technical Support Team meets weekly to plan and implement key processes and the Advisory Committee meets as needed to be updated on and vet plans.
The CDU has collaborated with Education Officers and teachers to make interim adjustments to the present curricula while the review process is ongoing.

Key stakeholders in Education, namely, Permanent Secretary, Chief Education Officer, Principal Education Officer, Education Officers, Lecturers at CFBC, Principals, Resource Teachers, and all other teachers were oriented and given a chance to vet the adjustments from April to August, 2015.

The interim adjustments were implemented in September 2015.
Training for the implementation of the new changes to the present curricula was held for principals and Resource Teachers in July and training of all other teachers was held in September, 2015.

The procedures, protocols and instrument for monitoring of the implementation of the interim Curricula have been drafted and systematic monitoring of the interim Curricula was conducted in October, 2015.
Plans for curriculum review at the secondary school level will commence after the primary school curriculum has been reviewed.

However, Science and Technology has begun the preliminaries with attendance at two meetings of OECS Science Curriculum Officers to review the OECS Harmonized Curriculum for Science and Technology.
The major outputs from these meetings are a draft policy on Science and Technology Education in the region, the identification of the need to support an online repository of teaching-learning resources and revised curriculum guides for Lower Secondary School in Science and Technology.

This review will inform efforts at our national curriculum review.

OECS officers have also agreed to pursue the possibility of conducting an OECS Science Quiz.
Test of Standards (ToS) Efforts to continually improve the administration of the Test of Standards (ToS) are ongoing.

This year laptops were assigned to writing groups to speed up the script preparation process.

An addendum to the ToS Handbook, which further clarified key policies and procedures regarding lateness and/or absence were made and shared with key stakeholders to guide this year's ToS.
6 Scripts containing illustrations were printed in colour and the marking of all scripts was accomplished at one marking centre (Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College Technical Vocational Campus).

This helped to facilitate more accurate and consistent marking since the Subject Coordinators were stationed at one location and were able to fully supervise the marking of all the scripts.
Coordinators continued to train Invigilators and Table Leaders to more efficiently support the various processes involved in the Test of Standards.

The CDU continues to conduct various training workshops to support the implementation of the current curriculum.

Some of these exercises focus especially on the areas of weaknesses identified in the TOS each year.

The Reading Assessment spearheaded by the Reading Coordinator of the CDU, was completed in 2014.
There were 86.7% of the students in the Federation reading at or above the required level and 13.3% reading below.

The Reading Coordinator continues to train teachers in Individualized Reading Remediation to meet the required target of 89%.
The Individualized Reading Remediation (IRR) continued in sixteen (16) schools in the Federation (eleven (11) in St. Kitts and five (5) in Nevis); three (3) additional schools have expressed their desire to have the programme implemented in their schools for the new school year.

The Ministry of Education is dedicated to the provision of quality education for all students by responding to the learning needs of those students who have a more tactile learning style.
The development of a Student Support Services Department is being discussed.

This Department will comprise: Guidance and Counselling services, Reading Remediation, Intervention at the Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School, the Educational Programme at the New Horizon Rehabilitation Centre and Learning Support at the High Schools.

Training was conducted for the teachers to identify the learning needs of students who will need the support services.
The Child Friendly School (CFS) framework is one of the initiatives to strengthen the students' support services.

The major outputs for CFS were the drafting of policies and regulatory framework to improve mechanisms for providing learning and behaviour support to students.

Five policies have been drafted and national consultation on the policies completed.

Final revisions based on suggestions from consultation have been incorporated.
Another output from the CFS is the drafting of a national report card.

During the CFS assessments, it was noted that report cards for Primary School students vary from school to school.

The Department of Education, in consultation with the Curriculum Development Unit, drafted a national report card.

Parental and community involvement is one aspect of Child Friendly Schools.
A number of training sessions regarding parental involvement and school-wide positive behaviour support (SWPBS) were held during the 2014–2015 academic year.

Presentations to PTA's on CFS were conducted primarily by guidance counsellors.

To support the implementation of our comprehensive school counselling programme, the Ministry of Education has created a handbook which is the framework for a National Guidance and Counseling Programme.
Training was held in May to assist counsellors in understanding, planning, developing and managing issues involving students' psycho-social wellbeing, which addressed issues of risky and/or self-harming behaviours.

In October, the training focused on Clinical Assessment of students.

The Learning Support Department continues to provide support for students in the High Schools and those at the Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School.
Workshops on students' behaviour and 'School to Work Transition Services' were held with teachers and students.

A memorandum of understanding was signed between the Ministry of Social Services and the Ministry of Education to provide quality service for the residents of the New Horizon Rehabilitation Centre.

The Ministry of Education continues to reach out to those juveniles who are in conflict with the law.
Our Education Programme caters to twenty-one (21) residents at the New Horizon 7 Rehabilitation Centre.

The Programme provides appropriate and interesting areas of study that would foster rehabilitation and re-integration of students into the education system and or the world of work.
A career development approach with emphasis on entrepreneurial skills will provide the opportunity for students to be engaged in a variety of competency based areas which will lead to certification and the possibility of self employment.

Training is an effective investment for achieving and improving grade level standards.
The Ministry continues to offer professional development to teachers through individual school's 'Professional Development Days,' summer training workshops and other training sessions for Principals and teachers.

Training in maintenance will continue for custodians of educational institutions.
In 2016 the expectation is to continue to promote the Ministry's website and provide more training to educators on the email platform to encourage greater collaboration and use of other tools such as calendar/scheduler.

The Ministry's website (www.moeskn.org) and email platform continue to provide improvements with regard to communication.

The website has taken on a new format with larger titles and a front page designed to display more information at a glance.
With regard to the email platform, the number of users has increased by over 20%; currently there are over 700 educators using the email platform.

More educators are also collaborating and sharing files, with over 8000 files in the online storage.

We are now more capable of communicating with all public primary and secondary school teachers.

The email service will also be extended to the Early Childhood Education practitioners.
Early Childhood Education The Early Childhood Development Unit continues to ensure that our boys and girls from birth to five years receive the best start in life.

Every child can succeed with sustained exposure to develop mentally appropriate care and education.
It is on this premise that the programmes for the academic year 2015 - 2016 focused on increased access to quality care and education, as well as more effective collaboration between the various ministries in providing direct support particularly to those children in poor and vulnerable communities.

The activities undertaken (to achieve desirable outcomes) included increase access and training for capacity building.

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Increase access The new subvention for centres The Ministry of Education recognized that participation of children from low-income families in Early Childhood Development (ECD) services may be compromised due to financial constraints in the family.

The Government therefore continues with the implementation of the weekly subvention of $25.00 for every child from low-income households enrolled in public and private child care and preschool service centres in St Kitts.
Reassessment and licensing of ECD centres The ECD standard is an essential requirement for achieving desired outcomes for children's development and well-being.

The new re-assessment and licensing cycle commenced in March 2015 and completed in November 2015.

Each centre that met 80% - 100% of the ECD standard obtained a 2-year license certificate.

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Training for capacity building of teachers, centre workers and parents: The Effective Early Childhood Health Outreach Stimulation (EECHOS) programme is being implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Health and Social 8 Development and United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).
The programme relies heavily on the public health infrastructure, namely, community health nurses, who will work closely with families to engage them in effective early childhood stimulation practices.

These practices are designed to support the holistic development of babies and toddlers.

• Twelve (12) training sessions were conducted for 4 community health workers and 20 ECD practitioners to equip them to work with the parents.
Professionals from the collaborating ministries facilitated the sessions on topics including Care for Child Development, Building Therapeutic Relationship with Parents, Management of common childhood illnesses, and Positive Behaviour Support.

Participants also developed learning kits using no-cost and low-cost materials.

• The EECHOS programme continues with the piloting phase of the home intervention.
It entails pre and post assessment of a select group of children by a researcher, and training and follow-up support by the trained nurses to equip the parents to teach to use play and communication techniques.

The Reaching the Unreached (RTU) programme was expanded to include two (2) more home- based nurseries in St Kitts and 2 in Nevis.

The Programme provides play and stimulation activities for children from birth to three years.
Caregivers were introduced to a more organized day through a Daily Schedule.

They were also equipped to create child friendly learning environments in which to receive children at mornings and to engage them daily in systematic age appropriate indoor and outdoor activities to develop their social, language, fine and gross motor skills.
The 2016 RTU intervention impacted the lives of twenty-one (21) infants and toddlers, eleven (11) in St Kitts and ten (10) in Nevis and their parents who are encouraged to prepare nutritious meals for their children and cut back on the junk food thereby improving the children's nutrition.

Sixty-five (65) preschool teachers in St Kitts have received training in implementing the High Scope Curriculum.

Child Month Celebrations 2015 The ECD sector 31st Child Month celebration was very successful.
The highlights were the three church services and concerts in the three zones, the first time ever Torch Run for children in the West Zone and the grand parade.

Significantly, the focus for this year's Child Month Celebration was "Serving Children with Love and Dignity."

This theme speaks to loving children through acts of service which is something that is intrinsically motivated.

Considerably, it promotes the best ethical course of action when serving children.
Maintenance continues to be high on the agenda of the Ministry of Education.

The past year has seen activities at all institutions, with a greater emphasis on quality.

This was made possible through improved collaboration with the Public Works Department (PWD) and private contractors.

PWD generally addresses smaller tasks and the private contractors address bigger projects.

We expect that this will continue to improve.


For 2016 the Ministry expects to have full designs for all education facilities and be able to forecast maintenance.

This year the Ministry has appointed a Facilities Manager and Engineer.

This is to ensure that the lack of proper maintenance which existed at the Basseterre High School does not reoccur in any other educational institution.
Basseterre High School As a result of the situation at the Basseterre High School, much work has been done to make the students at the school comfortable.

The school was relocated and transportation has been 9 provided to take the students and teachers to and from different locations of the school.

School Feeding Programme The School Meals programme received a quantity of new and more modern equipment.
These include; food warmers, stainless steel pans, racks and tables which enhanced the performance at the department.

A new bus delivery system was implemented in March which improved the delivery time of the meals to schools.

The Charles A. Halbert Library The Public Library continues to provide library service for the general public.

The library continues to conduct a Reading programme at the Health Centres at Basseterre and St. Peter's.
Parents received information about Reading and its importance in the lives of children as well as appropriate reading activities for babies and toddlers to stimulate their intellectual development.

Books were also placed in these Health Centres to encourage parents to read and possibly join the library.

This might also motivate parents to have their children enrolled in the library programme and promote reading.
The Library provided the opportunity for children between the ages of 2 to 5 years to experience the operations of a library.

This was achieved by establishing a tiny tots section in the library for Pre School children.

Students of McKnight and Ponds Industrial Site Pre-school and Day Care visited the tiny tots' area monthly.

Staff members read stories and engaged the children in singing rhymes and other songs.

Children were allowed to take books and picture read.
The Library contributes to reading materials at the Daycare Centre level.

The annual Easter Read-A-Thon and the Summer Programme continue to attract over one hundred and fifty (150) children from ages 5 to 12 years.

Reports from children who participated in these two programmes indicated that they also learnt some valuable morals from the stories and that they enjoyed the field trips, talks, art and craft activities during the two weeks summer programme.
The Librarian is in the process of organizing libraries in nine (9) Primary schools and one (1) Secondary School.

She is also compiling a manual and workbook on library skills for Kindergarten to Grade 6 students.

Student Education Learning Fund (SELF) The Student Education Learning Fund (SELF) is one of two social safety net programmes that fall under the purview of the Ministry of Education.

SELF has two components: a book loan component and examination payment component.
SELF ensures that all students are equipped with the requisite textbooks and that examination fees are paid for those students needing help.

The procurement of Primary Readers 'New Caribbean Junior Reader' bks.

1-5 and some additional Secondary textbooks were two major projects for the SELF.

These two (2) procurements amounted to EC $231, 356.

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SELF also undertook three (3) training sessions in book binding and repairs for teachers of the Secondary Schools who administer the SELF books.
Education Management Information System (EMIS) The EMIS Department serves as the Information Management Unit for the Ministry of Education in St. Kitts and Nevis.

The Department continues to collect data from schools via its annual questionnaires.

The Ministry has procured OpenSIS online EMIS System.
This new System will be able to automate data from Early Childhood, Primary, Secondary and Post-Secondary 10 Institutions and provide reports on student enrolment, attendance, test scores,staffing and staff qualifications, equipment and use of ICT in teaching.

Implementation of a comprehensive SIS will greatly reduce the time spent on manual computation of data.
In addition it will ensure accurate and timely annual statistics to regional and international affiliates, including the OECS Education Development and Management Unit (EDMU), UNESCO, CDB, World Bank and for other Ministries.

The EMIS collaborated with the Education Development and Management Unit (EDMU), in developing and producing indicators that will be used to monitor the OECS Education Sector Strategy (OESS) and to produce the annual edition of the OECS Education Statistical Digest.
Education Media Unit: The Education Media Unit continues to publicize events and achievement in education via the Ministry of Education Website and video programmes.

Based on all the technological advancements and the proliferation in the types of media available to youths outside the school setting, it became clear that the original intent of the Media Unit which was to produce a schools' radio broadcast programme was no longer relevant.

The best way forward is to initiate a communications unit.
This unit will focus on the programmes that highlight the broad objectives of the Ministry of Education and the Government's mandate and to streamline its activities for a more effective use of resources.

The new vision for the Communications Unit is to manage and advise on all relevant communications outlets.
National Commission for UNESCO: The National Commission for UNESCO continues to provide training, and financial and technical support for a number of policy development and projects with a view to advancing the human development agenda and the environment of the Federation.

These policies include the development of an Open Educational Resources (OER) Policy and the Education Policy Review.

A draft OER Policy document has been completed and will be submitted to Cabinet.
The Education Policy Review will culminate in the development of the Education Sector Strategic Plan for St. Kitts and Nevis.

This strategic plan covers governance which includes monitoring and evaluation, academic staff policies as well as curriculum, teaching and learning.

This document should be completed by 2016.

The National Commission for UNESCO is also engaged in a number of ongoing projects which include: 1.

The St. Mary's Man and the Bio-Sphere Reserve Project (MAB).
This project was approved by the International Coordination Council of UNESCO and incorporates some Four Thousand, Two Hundred and Ninety-Seven (4,297) hectares of land comprised of terrestrial and marine core areas, a buffer zone and transition areas.

The St. Mary's MAB reserve is designed to brand and market the area, thereby transforming the vicinity into a compelling tourism, entrepreneurial and bio-diversity preservation hub (the first in the English-speaking Caribbean).
It is also designed to serve as a facility where students and young potential scientists can conduct basic scientific research, and to foster sustainable economic and human development in the Federation.

In order to disseminate information about the St. Mary's Biosphere Reserve to a wide market, including the student population, a website and Facebook page were created.

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The Youth Ambassador for Climate Change Project was launched by the National Commission for UNESCO in collaboration with the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College.

This project was conceptualized to provide an avenue for young people in St. Kitts and Nevis to become actively involved in climate change issues and to contribute in the realization of sustainable development 11 goals thereby improving the quality of life for people living in small islands.
The project involves teaching and learning experiences in a classroom setting, fieldwork and research which will facilitate the preparation of students C-SEC School Based Assessments for the 2016 CXC examinations.

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The Youth for Human Rights Awareness Project was envisaged to create awareness and educate the youths of St. Kitts and Nevis, about human rights through a series of public relation activities as well as educational sessions such as workshops, lectures and seminars.
The sensitization is geared towards supporting the youths in their development to become more cognizant of the Thirty (30) Articles of the United Nations Declaration of Human Rights.

Two workshops have already been conducted in St. Kitts and Nevis involving representatives from the Youth for Human Rights International Organization, Education Officers and teachers from primary and secondary schools in both islands as well as representatives from many youth clubs.
A UNESCO Youth for Human Rights Club for St. Kitts and Nevis is being organized to ensure the continuity of the programme.

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The Empowering Single Fathers through Educational Programmes, a project launched by the Ripple Institute, in collaboration with the National Commission for UNESCO, seeks to empower men who have embraced their responsibilities as fathers.
It makes fathers aware of their rights and responsibilities as well as provides them with the proper educational training to assist their children with homework and other practical assignments.

The fathers will explore the four (4) key elements of effective parenting: nurture; structure; recognition and empowerment through planned teaching and learning experiences.

Since its launch, a Fathers' Day Programme and dinner was conducted and a number of classroom sessions with fathers have been initiated.
The National Commission continues to monitor and evaluate these projects towards completion.

The Ministry of Education will endeavour to pursue its mandate to provide quality long-life education for all citizens and residents.

We will ensure that • All students have access to healthy, safe and secure learning environments • All toddlers have access to quality Early Childhood Education and • All secondary school students complete at least five years of secondary schooling thereby reducing the dropout rate.
These will ultimately enable each and every individual to perform at his/her optimal level and in due course, make meaningful contributions to nation building.

I therefore request the unconditional support of all stakeholders in education to ensure that this Ministry achieves its goals for 2016.

Thanks for your support and I look forward to a productive and successful 2016.

Hon.
Hon.

Shawn Richards Deputy Prime Minister/Minister of Education 1.2 Executive Summary EDUCATION: Education is recognized by all citizens as being central to national development.

The Ministry seeks to ensure that all students (children and adults alike) in St. Kitts and Nevis will have access to quality education in the context of "Education for All".
Such emphasis should enable all school leavers to be: (i) functionally literate, demonstrating mastery of basic language and numeracy 12 skills; (ii) capable of being productive citizens, adapting to global changes, functioning as well- rounded independent individuals having the values and attributes acceptable to society, and working in a consultative or team environment to achieve common goals at their maximum potential.
The Ministry of Education is committed to developing a medium-term education sector strategy that will improve participation in and the quality of education for all learners.

To ensure the development of a comprehensive and relevant strategic plan, the Ministry of Education, with technical support from UNESCO, will work diligently to assess gaps in the provision of education in order to identify the most salient policy priorities to be pursued over the next five (5) to ten (10) years.
The Early Childhood Development Unit (ECDU) continues to maintain its position as the trend setter in Early Childhood Development (ECD) in the region.

The Unit continues to forge ahead with the implementation of the new subvention policy, re-assessment and licensing of centres, and training for capacity building.
It also continues to strengthen alternative service delivery systems and empower parents to reach vulnerable children in the 0 – 3 age cohort through the 'Effective Early Childhood Health Outreach Stimulation (EECHOS) programme.'

In 2015, certain procedures for administering the Tests of Standards for primary schools were further reviewed and upgraded to address some of the outstanding challenges.
In-service teacher development and other interventions at the primary level to improve the delivery of the curriculum in the core subject areas continue.

The teaching of Mathematics received additional attention this year with plans for Mathematics classes for teachers who do not currently have passes in CSEC Mathematics.

The Reading Assessment spearheaded by the Reading Coordinator of the CDU, was completed in 2014.
The assessment suggests that 86.7% of the students in the Federation are reading at or above the required level and 13.3% are reading below.

The Reading Coordinator continues to train teachers in Individualized Reading Remediation (IRR).

Thus far, there are IRR programmes in sixteen (16) schools in the Federation (eleven (11) in St. Kitts and five (5) in Nevis).
Three (3) additional schools in St. Kitts have also expressed their desire to have the programme implemented in their school for the new school year.

The Charles A. Halbert Public Library continues to support improvement in reading by establishing libraries in Primary and Secondary Schools.

The Library also provides opportunity to motivate Pre School Children to read.

They have set up a tiny tots area where staff member read stories and engage the children in singing rhymes and other songs.
Librarians visit Health centers in Basseterre and St. Peter's to talk to parents about the importance of reading and provide them with books to read to their children.

The Annual Read-a-thon encourages children to read books and learn valuable morals from stories.

The CDU continues to conduct various training workshops to support the implementation of the current curriculum.

Some of these exercises focus especially on the areas of weaknesses identified in the TOS each year.
The 2014-2015 academic year has been a very successful one.

All grades achieved an average of more than 50% for 2015.

This is an improvement over 2014.

The best performance in terms of grades was Grade 3 with a national average of 62%; Grade 4 with 59%; Grade 5 with 51%; and Grade 6 with 58%.

This means that the trend of grade 5 having the lowest average continues.

For the first time this year, the New Horizons Rehabilitation Centre registered trainees to write CSEC examinations.
Six (6) students wrote eighteen (18) subjects and returned a 55.55% pass rate.

Her Majesty's Prison also entered candidates to write CSEC examinations this year.

Fifteen (15) candidates wrote nineteen (19) subjects and returned a 94.73% pass rate.

13 For CAPE, we have had slightly improved pass rates in both St. Kitts and Nevis over the past year.
It is apparent, however, that much work needs to be done in a number of subject areas to ensure that our students get the very best chance of achieving success in their studies.

At CSEC, we have had an unprecedented number of students performing exceptionally well.

Overall student performance has been acceptable; however, emphasis needs to be placed on improving the quality of grades returned.
The Ministry takes note of the fact that although there was improvement in Mathematics this year, we should not be complacent.

CCSLC will continue to create the foundation needed in the core areas at the lower secondary level.

We extend congratulations to all successful students and offer our words of gratitude to all stakeholders who contributed to this significant achievement of our nation's youths.

We continue to provide environments which are conducive for teaching and learning.
primary and secondary schools have received some level of maintenance.

The Ministry's website and the email platform continue to be the main avenue for the dissemination of Education information.

This network infrastructure allows for greater communication among the institutions, including video conferencing and internet access.

The Technical and Vocational Education Council has a new Chief Executive Officer who is working with the Council to improve the capacity of the staff and upgrade the facilities.
There has been ongoing training of the secretariat staff and all instructors.

This is to ensure that the instructors are certified as CVQ assessors and the students are trained using the appropriate CVQ Curriculum.

Construction is well on the way at AVEC to provide much need classroom spaces for the delivery of more market demand programs and enhancement of current program offering.
The National Commission for UNESCO will continue to provide technical assistance for policy development and other initiatives.

The move towards the development of an Open Educational Resources (OER) Policy is still in progress.

A draft policy document has been completed to be submitted to Cabinet.

Following the Education Policy Review which was launched as a "scoping mission," in 2014, a Country Background Report was presented in June 2015.
A team from UNESCO visited in November, 2015 to validate the report and agreed to the following four policy priorities and programme areas.

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Quality in Early Childhood Education and Compulsory Education which include curriculum and assessment, professionalising the teaching force and ICT and learning.

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Improving participation at the secondary level which covers student support services and equal opportunity for learning.

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Governance and Management which will focus on data collection for decision making, accountability and strengthening school management.

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Improving Career and Higher Education Opportunities at CFBC and the UWI Open Campus.

The Education Sector Strategy should be completed by February 2016.

The National Commission for UNESCO continues to support four (4) initiatives: I. St. Mary's Man and the Bio-Sphere Reserve Project (MAB) II.

Youth Ambassador for Climate Change Project III.


Youth for Human Rights Awareness Project IV.

Empowering Single Fathers through Educational Programmes Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) is the main tertiary level institution in St Kitts and Nevis 14 and is mandated, among other things, to provide for the development of academic and other training in liberal and creative arts, business, science, technology, agriculture and other branches of learning.
In 2015, the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College was able to successfully implement a number of programmes which had far reaching impact on the standards, quality and depth of educational opportunities offered to the community.

CFBC collaborated with the Ministry of Education to host CANQATE, Quality Assurance Conference under the theme "Quality Assurance and Socioeconomic Development in a Global Environment: Regional and International Perspectives."
The Ministry staff also provided support to the Republic of China, Taiwan Cultural Presentation and several other regional conferences which included UNESCO Regional Statistician Workshop.

1.3 Management Representation Statement On behalf of the Ministry of Education, I present the Annual Report on Plans and Priorities (RPP) for 2016.
The document provides an accurate representation of the Ministry's plans and priorities for the use of resources with which it will be provided in 2016 and further into the medium term.

Although there are foundation policies that we are currently engaging, the Ministry of Education continues to direct the development of the innovative programmes and activities, as well as an overall education review.
This will lead to an evaluation of all sectors and the results would be used to improve the efficiency and management of the Ministry.

Mrs. Ionie Liburd Willett Permanent Secretary 15 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement The Ministry seeks to provide holistic lifelong education for all.
Our vision: The Ministry of Education seeks to provide for all citizens and residents, in collaboration with other stakeholders, a comprehensive course of quality life-long education which will enable individuals to develop and achieve their full potential, allowing them to make meaningful contributions to national development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: EDUCATION: • Refining, implementing and administering an Education Policy in order to enhance the delivery of education to all levels, abilities, and ages.
• Implementing the provisions of the Education Act (2005) and related regulations, and ensuring that regulations are drafted to guide implementation of the provisions in the Education Act.

• Providing high quality education for the maximum number of children in their early years of life and facilitating collaboration among the family, community and those who are providing Early Childhood Care Education.

• Providing student counseling and career guidance programmes.
• Promoting extra-curricular activities in schools, including sports and athletics.

• Establishing a legal framework for governance of the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College.

• Providing training in specialist post-secondary education, for example, teacher training in vocational and technical education, and information and communication technology.
• Ensuring proper articulation of technical and vocational programmes throughout the system; and maintain links with regional and international tertiary institutions.

• Promoting universal computer literacy; and, generally, upgrading the skills of young people and adult learners in a non-formal environment.

• Providing a nutritious daily lunch for students.

• Providing a National Library System that caters to all ages; including establishment of a legal framework.
• Coordinating and monitoring the functioning of the National Commission for UNESCO.
16 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions • Provide access to compulsory education • Enhance the quality of education • Upgrade the learning environments • Improve Governance and Management • Develop 21st century skills and competences in a range of disciplines 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives The Ministry's Annual Objectives are consistent with its overall Strategic Objectives as interpreted by the emphases in the selected programme areas under the portfolio.
The major goal of the Ministry is to provide all persons of the Federation with access and the opportunities to satisfy their developmental needs through the provision of quality education which will equip them to achieve their full potential and make a meaningful contribution to national development.
Thus the broad objectives include: • Improving access to and participation in quality education • Improving the quality of education at all levels • Strengthening governance and management at the system and school levels • Upgrading and maintaining facilities, equipment and materials at management and institutional levels.
2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year Due to the environmental health situation at the Basseterre High School, the school had to be relocated and a shift system was introduced.

This caused the Ministry to divert much attention and large sums of monies that were not budgeted for.
The shift system resulted in an increase in the school bus schedule and a hike in transportation cost as the buses had to make additional trips during lunch time and in the evening to take Basseterre High School Students to and from school.

The school bus maintenance cost also increased.

Additional monies also had to be sought for the rental of buildings to house some of the classes.
2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives The main activities to be pursued in 2016 include the following: EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION IMPROVEMENT 1.

Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) • Delivery of undergraduate degree at the Bachelor of Science level in Business Administration, Education and technical programmes in TVEMS.

• Upgrade the TVEMS Division to become a certified Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ) centre as well as International Vocational Qualification (IVQ) centre.
• Erecting a commercial automotive centre to provide mechanic services to the public and on- 17 the-job training to CFBC students.

• Seek specialised automotive training from car manufacturers such as Honda, Nissan, and Toyota.

• Construction of green houses to produce crops.

• Development of a Hospitality programme as an OAS centre of excellence for territories in the OECS.

• Recruitment of faculty at the master's degree level.
• Expansion of short courses in a myriad of disciplines and interests for senior adults.

• Engage in both quantitative and qualitative research to implement data driven solutions to problem solving.

• Implementation of a number of revenue generating activities to augment the budget.

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TVET • Commence a Public Relation and marketing campaign to promote TVET across the Federation • Provide training for Instructors to be certified as CVQ Assessors • Continue procurement of equipment and upgrade of facilities at the secondary schools level to CVQ standards • Complete the ongoing facilities upgrade at AVEC to allow for more effective delivery of programmes • Establish two (2) Smart Rooms at AVEC to allow for real time and simultaneous connectivity and interaction between students in St. Kitts and in Nevis.
• Create a Policy Document to govern the operation of Project Strong • Commence extensive upgrade of the physical plant at Project Strong • Create job and entrepreneurial opportunities for our trainees and other citizens • Introduction of an Evening Institute Workshop 3.
Pre, Primary and Secondary Schools • Complete the five (5) year sector strategic plan and the annual operational plan • Continue to provide the required maintenance and infrastructural upgrades, as well as the acquisition of equipment and other resources for Early Childhood, schools, and training institutions.
• Continue the evaluation of school through School Performance Reviews • Continue the improvement of quality teaching through the implementation of the Clinical Supervision, principal and teacher appraisal • Continue the pre-service and in-service training of teachers • Continue disaster and risk mitigation in schools • Develop a Student Support Services Department • Draft a Policy for Special Education • Conduct National Promotion Campaign for Child Friendly Schools • Develop Drug Prevention and Drug Treatment Programs in Secondary Schools • Develop Anti-Bullying Programming in Schools • Continue the implementation of programmes such as MAGIC, and Child Friendly Schools to promote peace and help reduce violence in our schools and communities • Continue to promote the Ministry's website as the place for current Education information • Encourage all Ministry staff to become active users of this communication platform • Expand the Ministry's email list to include the staff of Early Childhood • Continue the improvement of quality Early Childhood Programme through the establishment of MOU and proposals for collaboration with other ministries and agencies in supporting ECD standard.
• Complete the furnishing of the ECD facility at St. Paul's with outdoor play equipment • Remodel sections of the preschools at Sandy Point and Industrial Site • Strengthen routine monitoring of ECD facilities to support programme quality 18 TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR • Senior adults in a variety of disciplines and interests to be offered at CFBC • The TVET secretariat staff and instructors ensuring the effective delivery of TVET programs in the institutions.
• NSTP staff and facilitators to improve efficiency and effectiveness in the areas of Information Technology, Report Writing, Competency Based Training & Assessment and Occupational Safety & Health.
• Students in the Secondary Schools Work Based Programme (SSWBP) • Teachers at the New Horizons Rehabilitation Centre • Employed persons and entrepreneurs in employability skills • Trainees at Project Strong in hospitality and marketing of produce • Educators on the email platform to encourage greater collaboration and to use other tools • New teachers from the induction course held during summer of 2015.
• Principals on the topic 'Change Leadership' • All teachers and principals on CFS principles • Guidance and Counsellors focusing on Treatment and Planning • CDU - TRC Staff development session for capacity building • Teachers who teach Geography in Secondary Schools to implement the new inclusions to the Geography CSEC syllabus.
• Teachers who work with students in the 'Students' Support Services Department' to identify the learning needs of students with disabilities • Early Childhood nursery and preschool practitioners as well as Early Childhood administrators in leadership training, at the CXC and degree programmes levels.

• Parents as part of the Effective Early Childhood Health Outreach (EECHOS) Programme through home visits • SELF Administrators in Secondary Schools in book mending • Library staff on the Periodicals Unit.
• EMIS staff and school administrators to use the new EMIS System 4.
CURRICULUM • Continuing to strengthen the implementation of the High Scope Curriculum for the 3-5 age cohort and early stimulation for the 0-3 age cohort through pre-service and in-service training of teachers and nursery practitioners • Complete the pedagogical material to complement the Local Geography text • Continue the plans to revise the "Islands in the Sun" text • Curriculum Review for Project Strong (Strengthening of the Curricula) 5.
OTHER PROJECTS, PROGRAMMES, AND INITIATIVES • Continue the BNTF Tools and Equipment Loan Scheme to assist graduates of the NSTP who are desirous of starting, enhancing or expanding their small businesses • The EMIS will continue to work alongside with the EDMU in developing and producing indicators that will be used to monitor the OESS • The EMIS will also continue to work with the EDMU to produce annual OECS Education Statistical Digests • SELF will continue the ordering and purchasing of books for primary and secondary schools • The Library will continue to organize and coordinate the Easter Read-A-Thon and the summer camp for children • Education media unit will restructure its operation to meet the needs of the Ministry of Education • The Accreditation Board hopes to continue its effort to raise public awareness pertaining to the 19 importance of Quality Assurance in Tertiary Education • UNESCO will continue the following projects - The Youth Ambassador for Climate Change, The St. Mary's Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Reserve - Empowering Single Fathers and the Youth for Human Rights Awareness Projects 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 1.
Lack of space, inadequate sporting facility and insufficient qualified faculty and lab technicians at CFBC made it difficult to effectively implement new courses at CFBC 2.

Difficulties in procuring chemicals and other necessary resources led to a reduction in the number of students completing the necessary lab experiences 3.

A major infrastructural challenge is the expansive leaking roof at the Burdon Street Campus of CFBC which urgently needs to be repaired 4.
The misnomer that TVET subjects are geared mainly towards students who are unable to achieve academic success has reduced the number of students opting for TVET offerings 5.

The expansion of the Preparing People for Employment Programme (PPEP) has adversely affected the student enrolment at NSTP, AVEC and Project Strong.

As a result there was a high drop out rate at these institutions and some of the programmes had to be cancelled 6.
The NSTP's training budget was inadequate due to the increase in the number of institutions assigned to programmes 7.

Some NSTP programmes were implemented very late due to the time of and the disbursement of fixed amounts funds 8.

Inadequate funds to effectively implement and sustain programmes and initiatives to train the targeted population 9.

High turnover of staff; teachers leaving to go to private enterprise or other government departments 10.

Unclear job descriptions for some positions 11.


Staff members' commitment, professional/work ethics and knowledge to function effectively; unclear communication or lack of the use of effective communication channels to disseminate information 12.

Inadequately trained and inefficient staff at most institutions create difficulty in effectively implementing programmes 13.

Overcrowding and inadequate maintenance in some Early Childhood Centres retarded the effective delivery of the High Scope Curriculum 14.
The fragility of the textbooks and the frequency in the change of editions of books reduce the shelf life of the books and purchasing cost of books 15.

Lack of finances for the Social Outreach Programmes at the Library made it difficult to source prizes for the participants in the 'Read-a-thon' and a reduction in the number of participants at the Summer Programme 16.

The cost of implementing computer information and communication technology in the curriculum 17.
Inadequate maintenance of computer labs in schools and training institutions 18.

Lack of adequate spaces, tools and equipment for the effective delivery of some programmes 19.
Security of Schools and Institutions 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon The Effective Early Childhood Health Outreach Stimulation "dubbed" EECHOS is a culturally responsive community base, early intervention programme that meets the unique need of individual children who are poor and vulnerable.

It is an innovative early intervention programme that will lead the way in restructuring efforts to work with families in a more individualized and 20 personalized manner.
Consequently, The EECHOS programme is a "holistic approach to early stimulation that ensures that children's rights to health, protection, nutrition, cognitive and psychosocial development are all met.

The aim of the EECHOS programme is to address the persistent problem that exists in our nation as it relates to families and parenting.

Such factors can create greater stresses on the family unit and may lead to a reduced capacity by parents to care and stimulate their young children.
By providing support to disadvantaged families and children 0-3years, specifically, rigorously and effectively, we are ensuring that all children have equitable access to quality early childhood stimulation.

EECHOS utilizes a multi-sectoral approach and so creates a synergy that will ensure that vulnerable children and their parents receive child centred and family focused services.
This multi-sectoral or a holistic approach, in which, education, health, nutrition, social services, legal and other ministries/components come together- adds to an early childhood development programme's cost effectiveness.

But more important than saving money, this convergence of services focuses on the development of the whole child rather than a compartmentalized child and, in so doing, reinforces and compliments how a child develops.
The Early Childhood Development Subvention which began in January 2015 is contributing EC $25.00 weekly for each child enrolled in public and private early childhood centres.

This policy applies to every child in the birth to five years age range.

The initiative is to ensure that this most vulnerable population is allowed to access early childhood development institutions; all children from birth to five years will have an equal opportunity to be involved in early learning experiences.
Research in many parts of the world has found that children who have been exposed to these settings demonstrate improved social skills, perform better in school and achieve more in life, than those who have not been exposed to these settings.

To this end, it is intended to provide a healthy start for all children.

The monthly subvention is paid directly to private centres for each child whose parents or guardians found it difficult to meet the cost of sending them to pre-school.
This initiative seeks to ensure that all children get the best start to their education.

The four year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) Degree Programme at the CFBC is delivered under franchise from the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona, Jamaica.

The programme consists of 135 credits, is organized into theory and practice and requires eight semesters and one summer for completion.
The primary aim of the Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree Programme at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College is to prepare graduates for entry level nursing practice in today's dynamic, diverse health-care environments.

This undergraduate, academic degree programme also prepares graduates to function in many diverse roles as they assume a professional career in nursing, in addition to serving as the basis for graduate studies.
The programme is designed to provide students with a broad-based, comprehensive and essential foundation in the art, science, principles and techniques of nursing as well as the requisite knowledge, skills and attitudes not only for general nursing, but also to assume leadership and management roles in nursing.
The programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in the art and science of nursing, and equip graduates with the requisite competencies, not only to function at the bed-side level, but also to assume leadership and management roles in nursing.
It is expected that the CFBC will continuously produce a cadre of train professionals for the health sector workforce who possess confidence and competence to deliver quality care and meet the health care needs of the populace of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis and beyond.
The implementation of the CBET in secondary schools will require considerable investment in 21 human resource development (training of teachers and assessors) and the provision of other resources (materials and equipment) to upgrade the facilities in schools to enable them to deliver programmes to meet the required standards.
Efforts have been made to seek financial resources from donor agencies; however, notwithstanding, there will still need to be much financial input from Government, particularly, because of the extended time that it often takes to draw down on resources from donor agencies.

2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures (1) The provisions for initiatives, such as, 'after-school programmes', School Improvement Projects and extra-curricular activities.
(2) Adequate financial support to provide resources is critical as secondary schools and AVEC become entrenched in the delivery of TVET programmes leading to the Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ) to meet quality assurance standards set by CXC and CANTA.

(3) National Skills Training Programme and Project Strong require the resources to deliver innovative training programmes, such as the Secondary School Work-Based Skills Training Programme.
(4) The implementation of ICT in schools needs much attention - dealing with electrical problems, maintenance and security of computer labs must be given priority attention.

22 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects Project 1: Rural Education Project The Victoria Road Pre School is one of the projects to be completed under the Rural Education Project.

Currently many preschool students are displaced having been assimilated in other pre schools around Basseterre.
This new facility will feature current trend in the implementation of Early Childhood education.

Great attention has been given to providing an institution that functions to stimulate early learners, providing a safe and aesthetically pleasing environment.

Another very important sub-project remains under the Rural Education Project.

This pertains to the construction of a new Early Childhood facility at Lime Kiln.
This facility will address two major needs in the development of Early Childhood Education in the Federation.

1.

It will provide greater access to quality early childhood education to children in the Lime Kiln and surrounding areas.

2.

Secondly, it will also function as a training and demonstration facility to provide ongoing professional development to the early childhood workers.
Project 2: Upgrade Educational Institutions Increased attention is being given to improving the infrastructure of all education institutions.

The tenet is to ensure that all facilities are at a high standard of safety and security for students and teachers alike.

Initiatives to improve the physical plant, the electrical and lighting, along with the plumbing, are part of the drive to upgrade institutions.
Project 3: Basseterre High School With the closure of the old Basseterre High School, plans are in motion to construct a new facility to accommodate the over eight hundred (800) displaced students and teachers.

A brand new modern facility is envisioned to accommodate the Basseterre High School.
2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important Project 1: Development of TVET The Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) has become a major item on the agenda of the Ministry of Education as it provides the skills and competencies required to build a strong nation.

The Ministry of Education initiated discussions with the CDB to further this agenda as much is required for a successful TVET programme.
The general areas identified to facilitate the successful implementation of TVET are curriculum review, training of TVET teachers, procurement of tools and equipment and upgrade labs and workshops of TVET institutions.

To date, we have had initiatives on curriculum review, design and development and training of teachers (assessors and verifiers).

The next phase requires that we provide activities that improve our facilities and procurement of equipment.
This project will impact all secondary and post secondary institutions in the Federation including the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College, National Skills Training Programme, Project Strong and the Advanced Vocational Education Centre.

23 Project 2: Curriculum Reform 2014-2017 Curriculum reform should be a continuous and cyclical process.
It is specifically recommended that a systematic and holistic review is conducted every four to five years to ensure the curriculum remains a "living" and relevant document to meet needs of our changing society.

However, since the initial development of the St. Kitts and Nevis K - 6 Language Arts (2001), Mathematics (2000 - 2010), Science and Technology (2001 - 2002), and Social Studies (2001 - 2003) curricula, there has been no holistic review.
Also, there has been little sustained systematic efforts to develop curricula for subject areas for which there are no formal guides such as Science and Technology for Lower Secondary Level and Social Studies, which are included in this project.

Accordingly, there is no standard to guide and regulate the quality of learning and teaching our students are exposed to in these subject areas.

Furthermore, key stakeholders have identified a number of challenges to the curriculum.
For example, numerous teachers continue to report challenges with unclear scope and sequence for a majority of subjects.

This and other inherent challenges impede effective learning and teaching as reflected in performances in national examinations such as the Test of Standards.

Presumably, students may not perform as well as they potentially can because they may not receive (adequate) exposure to all the concepts tested.
This is often because there is little uniformity in the extent (depth and breadth) to which students are exposed to particular concepts.

We also witness the reality of a majority of our students exiting our education system without the proper requisites for gainful employment, entrepreneurship, and/or further studies.

Also, we see many who remain disengaged in the education process and find attraction in activities such as gang alliances, which do not promote the collective good.
Against this backdrop, we see an imperative for the urgent review of the existing K - 6 curricula and, where necessary, the development of relevant Grade 7 - 8 curricula.

Over the next two years the ministry will complete the curriculum review process and provide content and learning resources that facilitate relevant and impactful learning experiences for all K to 8 students.
2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects Construction of an Early Childhood Facility at Victoria Road: One of the major goals of the Ministry of Education is to increase access to high quality care, education and development and to ensure that early childhood centres are provided in all major communities.
Early childhood refers to that period in a child's life between birth and eight years of age; recent advances in brain science have shown that it is one of the most important phases in a child's life, as it is the period of the most rapid brain development.

During this stage, character is formed and the foundation is laid for the development of many basic social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills that are used throughout life.
An adequate early childhood experience is dependent on the child being exposed to warm, caring environments with caregivers whom the child trusts and who provide opportunities for ongoing stimulation and holistic development.

Research in many parts of the world has discovered that children who have been exposed to these settings demonstrate improved social skills, perform better in school and achieve more in life, than those who have not been exposed to these settings.
The new Victoria Road facility will replace an old building that had to be demolished for safety reasons.

This new facility will provide accommodation, access to quality care and education for 24 the growing number of students being enrolled in early childhood facilities.
Four priority areas which have been identified going forward are: - New Basseterre High School - Curriculum review, design and development - Training of teachers – - TVET Development Activities to facilitate the implementation of these priorities are already in progress.
2.4 Transfer Payment Information Contributions to the following regional institutions - Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) - Commonwealth of Learning (COL) - Caribbean Knowledge Learning Network Agency (CKLNA) - Seismic Research Unit (SRU) at the University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad & Tobago - Monroe College - University of the Virgin Islands 25 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.13 - M anage Education Services Responsibility Centre 13 - M inistry of Education Officer in Charge Minister Goals/Global Objectives To provide all persons of the state with access and developmental opportunities to satisfy their developmental needs through the provision of quality education which will equip them to achieve their full potential and make a meaningful contribution to national development.
To inform and educate the public on government activities.
Objective (s ) for 2016 1.To improve access to and participation in quality Early Childhood Education (ECE) and compulsory education 2.To improve opportunities for Post Secondary 21st Century Skills through access to TVET 3.To improve participation and retention at the secondary level Expected Results 100% 100% 90% 90% Perform ance Indicators Percentage of children from 3 – 16 years enrolled in an Educational institution Percentage of a learner-centred national Curricula implemented for the different educational levels Percentage of secondary school leavers demonstrating employability skills and achieve competency in at least one TVET subject Secondary School students complete five years of secondary Education Financial Sum m ary Program m e 13141- Provide Administrative support for the Ministry of Education and Youth 13141- Invest in Education 13142- Promote and support Early Childhood Development 13143- Deliver Primary Education 13144- Deliver Secondary Education 13145- Deliver Post Secondary Education 13146 - Deliver Special Education Services 13147 - Deliver Tertiary Education through CFB College 13148- Provide Public Library Services Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) Total 73,344 75,129 85,041 85,959 86,538 26 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.13 - Manage Education Services 13141- Provide Administrative support for the Ministry of Education and Youth 13 - Ministry of Education 141 - Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives Support the development of the people of the Federation by providing the necessary policy guidance, administrative
 support and effective management of the activities of the ministry Expected Results 100% Performance Indicators Percentage of teachers in schools using the new curriculum Objective(s) for 2016 1.To pilot the Interim Curriculum for Kindergarten to Form 2 Sub-Programme : 00032 Provide Administrative Support 00033 Support Project STRONG 00122 Provide Planning and Policy 00035 Support the UNESCO programme 141623 - Provide administrative support for Education Services 00082 Provide Accreditation Services Participation in International and Regional Organizations 02356 Support TVET 13141- Manage Telecommunication Service 03900- Provide Ongoing Maintenance to Educational Institutions 00083 - Education Management Information System Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 6,925 7,943 8,356 8,443 8,531 226 406 406 406 406 Total 7,151 8,349 8,762 8,849 8,938 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 27 Portfolio Programme E.13 - Manage Education Services 13141- Invest in Education Responsibility Centre 13 - Ministry of Education 141 - Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To create adequate quality education infrastructure and mechanisms in furtherance of the development of the young population Sub-Programme : 1314110- Invest in Basic Education Project 1314111- Invest in Teacher Resource Centre 1314113- Invest in IT based training and Management 1314117- Fencing of Schools 1314118- Rural Education Project 1314119- Purchase of School Bus SP9.6 Purchase of Established Standards 1314121 - Refurbishment of Head Office 1314123 - Preparing People for Employment Project (PPEP) 1314124 - Upgrade of School Facilities 1314125 - Curriculum Reform 2014-2017 1314126 - Development of UNESCO 1314122 - Upgrade Education Institutions 1314127 - Education Foundation 1314128 - Upgrade of
 Computer Labs Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 7,799 5,818 2,200 2,172 1,872 Total 7,799 5,818 2,200 2,172 1,872 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 28 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.13 - Manage Education Services 13142- Promote and support Early Childhood Development 13 - Ministry of Education 141 - Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To increase access to quality Early Childhood Development and Education Services Objective(s) for 2016 1.To improve the quality of the learning environments for children from birth – 5 years of age by increasing the percentage of Centres meeting the standards for licensing 2.To increase the percentage of centres receiving the weekly subvention 3.To increase the percentage of teachers implementing the High Scope Curriculum in centres that serve vulnerable children Sub-Programme : Expected Results 85% Performance Indicators Percentage of Centres that receive a license certificate 100% 75% Percentage of Centres receiving the weekly subvention Percentage of teachers trained to implement the High Scope Curriculum.
13142621- Administer and deliver early childhood education 13142- Invest in Early Childhood Education Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 5,959 200 5,331 2,920 5,651 1,185 5,693 1,185 5,736 1,100 Total 6,159 8,251 6,836 6,878 6,836 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 29 Portfolio Programme E.13 - Manage Education Services 13143- Deliver Primary Education Responsibility Centre 13 - Ministry of Education 141 - Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To improve access to and participation in quality primary education Expected Results 90% 85% Performance Indicators Number of students accessing the support programmes Percentage of students achieving the 60% and above in tests Objective(s) for 2016 1.To increase the percentage of students accessing student support services 2.To increase the percentage of students attaining the pass mark for all tests in Primary schools Sub-Programme : 143642- Provide Primary Education 13143- Invest in primary education Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 16,167 15,322 15,989 16,240 16,496 Total 16,167 15,322 15,989 16,240 16,496 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 30 Portfolio Programme E.13 - Manage Education Services 13144- Deliver Secondary Education Responsibility Centre 13 - Ministry of Education 141 - Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To improve participation and retention at the Secondary School Level Objective(s) for 2016 1.To increase the percentage of students completing form 5 of Secondary schools 2.To increase the percentage of students passing 5 C-SEC Subjects Sub-Programme : 144651-5: Provide Secondary Education 13144- Invest in
 Secondary Education Expected Results 85% 85% Performance Indicators Percentage of students completing form 5 of Secondary Schools Percentage of students achieving 5 C-SEC Subjects Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 21,054 180 20,347 21,518 10,000 21,923 10,000 22,336 10,000 Total 21,233 20,347 31,518 31,923 32,336 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 31 Portfolio Programme E.13 - Manage Education Services 13145- Deliver Post Secondary Education Responsibility Centre 13 - Ministry of Education 141 - Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To provide for the development of skills and competencies in the range of disciplines Objective(s) for 2016 1.To increase the pass rates of TVET subjects at the CSEC level 2.To increase the percentage of instructors trained and certified as CVQ Assessor Sub-Programme : Expected Results 85% 50% Performance Indicators Percentage increase of pass rate at CSEC level Percentage of persons with trained assessors certificates 00182 Deliver National Skills training 00181 Deliver Skills and Vocational training through AVEC Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 1,674 4,717 5,015 5,107 5,200 Total 1,674 4,717 5,015 5,107 5,200 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 32 Portfolio Programme E.13 - Manage Education Services 13146 - Deliver Special Education Services Responsibility Centre 13 - Ministry of Education 141 - Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To ensure that every school has access to a qualified team of individuals who collaborate to design enrichment and intervention program/courses that are aligned
 with students educational needs and schools' core curriculum Objective(s) for 2016 1.To improve school to work transition opportunities for students 'at risk' to be employed 2.To increase the number of students who return to the mainstream from Learning Support 3.To improve the quality of educational services offered at the Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School 4.To increase the number of students that have Individual Education Programmes (IEP) Sub-Programme : 00178- Deliver Special Education Services Expected Results 75% Performance Indicators Percentage of students gainfully employed after the programme 40 50% 50 Number of students who return to the mainstream classes Percentage increase of qualified professionals at the school Number of students on the register for Individual Education Programmes (IEP's) Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 1,257 1,395 1,454 1,475 1,496 Total 1,257 1,395 1,454 1,475 1,496 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 33 Portfolio Programme E.13 - Manage Education Services 13147 - Deliver Tertiary Education through CFB College Responsibility Centre 13 - Ministry of Education 141 - Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To create opportunities for students in the Federation leaving Secondary School to easily pursue higher academic learning and certified technical and vocational training Objective(s) for 2016 1.To increase student enrolment and reduce the attrition rate while achieving graduation rates Sub-Programme : Expected Results 90% Performance Indicators Percentage pass rate of students completing the CFBC Programmes 00194 Deliver Tertiary Education through CFB Community College 03112 CFB College Board of Governors 03902 - Computers for Post Secondary Education 03904 - Support Nursing Education at CFB College 03907 -
 Support Teachers in Training throughTertiary Education 13147- Invest in Post Secondary Education Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 10,251 906 9,918 200 10,205 2,221 10,241 2,222 10,278 2,221 Total 11,157 10,118 12,426 12,464 12,500 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 34 Portfolio Programme E.13 - Manage Education Services 13148- Provide Public Library Services Responsibility Centre 13 - Ministry of Education 141 - Permanent Secretary's Office 148 Public Library Officer in Charge Librarian Goals/Global Objectives To increase the capacity of the library to provide quality outreach programmes to motivate students to read books.
Expected Results 200 35 Performance Indicators Number of students registered for Summer Camp Number of students registered for the Read- A-Thon Objective(s) for 2016 1.To increase the number of students participating in the annual Summer Camp 2.To increase the number of students participating in the annual Read a thon Sub-Programme : 02546 Provide Administrative Support 13148- Invest in Public Library 04030 - Library Collection/ACS Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 748 812 841 852 864 Total 748 812 841 852 864 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 35 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 13 MINISTRY OF EDUCATION Project No.
PROJECT NAME 13141 ADMINISTRATION 1314117 1314118 Fencing of Schools Rural Education Project 1314122 Upgrade of Educational Institutions 1314125 1314126 1314127 1314128 Curriculum Reform 2014-2017 Development of UNESCO Education Foundation Upgrade of Computer Labs Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ 1,400,000 200,000 10,427,521 - 5,103,820 700,000 2,208,682 200,000 107,265 50,000 150,000 50,000 500,000 2,100,000 Development Aid $ Total $ - 500,000 - - - - - - 200,000 REVENUE 500,000 REVENUE / CARICOM Petroleum Fund 700,000 REVENUE / SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) 200,000 REVENUE 50,000 REVENUE 50,000 REVENUE 500,000 REVENUE 1,000,000 REVENUE 185,000 REVENUE $ - - - - - - - - 13142 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 1314219 1314220 Early Childhood Development Project Industrial Site Day Care - Kitchen Upgrade 2,000,000 1,000,000 185,000 185,000 SECONDARY EDUCATION 1314424 Construction of New Basseterre High School 30,000,000 5,000,000 5,000,000 10,000,000 REVENUE / DEVELOPMENT AID 13147 TERTIARY EDUCATION 1314712 1314717 1314718 Development of AVEC TVET Development CFB College Roof Repairs 20,000,000 1,566,900 100,000 1,000,000 321,265 321,265 - - - 800,000 100,000 REVENUE 1,800,000 REVENUE / CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (CDB) 321,265 REVENUE TOTAL c/f 75,570,453 9,306,265 0 6,300,000 15,606,265 36 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 13 MINISTRY OF EDUCATION Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding TOTAL b/f 75,570,453 9,306,265 St. Paul's Day Care Centre Preparing People for Employment Project Relocation of Restrooms - Charles E Mills Sec.

Upgrade of School Facilities Refurbish Head Office Wheelchair Lift - Cotton Thomas Comprehen.
School Repair and Repainting - CFBC Campus Basic Education Project Construct Classrooms-Saddlers Secondary School Purchase of School Bus Transportation for School Meals Basseterre High School Renovation Purchase of Vehicle Multi-Colour Printing Systems and Signage Health Sciences Skills Lab - CFBC Secondary Education Development Project Construct and Furnish Tabernacle Day Care Centre Information Tech.
Based Training & Mngt Project School Meals Kitchen Upgrade Expansion of the Teacher Resource Centre Renovate BHS Auditorium and Library Roof Public Library Automation PC Replacement Repairing of Dieppe Bay Day Care Centre Repairing of Sandy Point Preschool CFBC Security Cameras E-Beam Technology in Classrooms Replacement and Repairs to AC Units - CFBC Renovation of WAHS Student Bathroom Purchase of Furniture Furnishing of Challengers Day Care Centre Purchase of Two (2)_School Buses CFB Hospitality Unit Repairs to railings - Burdon Street Campus (CFBC) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Development Aid $ Total $ 0 6,300,000 15,606,265 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN (ROC) SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) REVENUE SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (CDB) REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE WORLD BANK (WB) / DEVELOPMENT AID FTS/Govt of Turkey EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION (EDF) REVENUE REVENUE / LOAN REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE DEVELOPMENT AID REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE DEVELOPMENT AID REVENUE REVENUE / EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION (EDF) REVENUE $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TOTAL 163,595,386 9,306,265 0 6,300,000 15,606,265 37 14 - Ministry of Health Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 14 - Ministry of Health Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview
 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 4 5 6 6 7 7 7 7 8 8 9 9 10 10 10 10 11 12 13 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message The importance of resilient health systems cannot be over-emphasized.
In fact, successful, modern health care systems require significant long-term investment in the following six (6) key pillars, to ensure resilience: • Adequate number of trained health care workers • Adequate and efficacious medicines • Robust health information systems, including surveillance • Appropriate Infrastructure and physical plants • Sufficient public financing, and joint public-private partnerships • A strong commitment to primary health care renewal The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis and, by extension, the Ministry of Health, is fully aware that good health is intrinsically linked to (a) positive and sustainable economic development; and (b) national competitiveness driven by wellness and productivity in the workplace.
Our Federation has made significant gains in health over the years.

Life expectancy is a combined 76 years for males and females; infant and maternal mortality rates are significantly low; immunization coverage is at 97%; and a robust prevention of mother to child HIV transmission programme has been extremely successful.

The successful delivery of modern health care is not without challenges.
However, over the last 40 years the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, like many other countries, has witnessed a shift in its epidemiological profile.

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) have emerged as the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the Federation.

Cognizant of these developments, there is a remarkable budgetary increase in health.
In the 2016 fiscal year to ensure that our health system remains strong and robust in order to withstand the challenges and pressures associated with the delivery of health care in the 21st century.

Among the NCDs that are having considerable impact on our citizenry is cancer, for which the Federation has registered, marked increased in the number of diagnosed cases.

Persons diagnosed with cancer in the Federation are forced to seek treatment overseas.
It is therefore, the intention of the Ministry of Health to establish an Oncology Unit at the Joseph N France General Hospital (JNFGH) in the first quarter of 2016.

To support this initiative, we have requested and received increases in the pharmaceutical budget to support the procurement of chemotherapy agents.

Additionally we will have an Oncologist on staff at JNFGH to head this unit.
Budgetary support has also been secured for the requisite training that is required for the nurses who will be assigned to the unit.

As Minister, it is my belief that there has to be a delicate balance between prevention and cure.

While we must provide tertiary health care services, we also have to be a responsible Ministry that pushes clear and well-articulated prevention and wellness programmes in an effort to reduce the incidences of NCDs in the Federation.
We expect to continue our efforts at primary health care renewal in the upcoming fiscal year, given that we have experienced a transition in our Nation's epidemiological profile.

Therefore, our approach to primary health care must also change, in order to handle modern challenges associated with NCDs, and other emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases.

We cannot continue with business as usual!


1 The Ministry will sustain its campaign of empowering patients by teaching them the necessary skills with respect to self-monitoring for glucose and blood pressure levels.

We will also continue to advocate for the practice of annual physical examinations that include comprehensive screening and testing for preventable conditions.
In general, our Ministry intends to continue strengthening our delivery of primary health care, largely through targeted investments in training, resource development, infrastructural upgrades, technology, and human resources for health (HRH).

All health systems require timely and appropriate data to inform the planning and decision-making process.

In 2016,we intend to complete the hospital portion of the Health Information System (HIS).
The HIS will eventually be expanded to include our Community-Based Health Services, through the computerization and inter-connectivity of all health centers.

Additionally, we expect the full completion of the Civil Registry Computerization project.

In so doing, the year 2016 should witness our ability to "go live" with computerized birth, death and marriage certificates in the Federation.
The Health Information Unit will also require strengthening to handle the efficiency and pace at which information will be received from health centres and hospitals - for input and analysis.

As such, we will implement in this fiscal year a new proposal which is aimed at enhancing and increasing capacity in the Health Information Unit to facilitate greater efficiency in the interpretation and analysis of data.

All of this technological investment must be maintained and supported.
Hence, we will establish a small unit within the Ministry of Health to attend to the Ministry's Information Technology needs.

This unit will, of course, have direct interface with Government's core Information Technology Department.

In 2016, the Ministry of Health will, for the first time, benefit from a line item in the Budget to strengthen Health Disaster Coordination.
Given the fact that when Health infrastructure fails during disasters there is considerable panic and feelings of vulnerability in the general population, it is imperative that we build capacity via training in the areas of Mass Casualty Management (MCM), Emergency Care and Treatment (ECAT), and Incident Command Systems (ICS).
To facilitate such training the Ministry will also introduce a sector-wide, multi-hazard health disaster plan that takes into consideration health disasters of a natural, biological, or environmental origin.

Essentially, all Health Ministries should have a blueprint that acts as a guide for conducting and prioritizing initiatives and activities.

In 2016, the Ministry of Health intends to unveil the new National Strategic Health Plan 2016-2020.
The plan will consist of targeted objectives, activities, interventions, lines of responsibilities, and measurable outputs.

The five-year plan will be inclusive of costing, as well as the appropriate monitoring and evaluation mechanisms for the following nine (9) priority areas: 1.

Non-communicable Diseases and Physical Activity 2.

Environmental Health 3.

Family Health 4.

Health Systems Development 5.

Sustainable Health Care Financing 6.

Mental Health and Substance Abuse 7.


HIV/AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Infectious Diseases 8.

Human Resource for Health (HRH) 9.
Legislative Infrastructure for Health It should be noted that the development of this new, five-year strategic health plan would be 2 reflective of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, in particular: • Number 3 – Good Health and Well-Being • Number 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation • Number 17 – Partnerships for the Goals It should be evident from the foregoing list that success in achieving all of these goals requires (a) inter-ministerial collaboration, commitment and support; and (b) strong, demonstrative public- private partnerships.
Sustainable health care financing is a challenge for many a health system.

The burden of disease, specifically chronic NCDs, long-term care, specialized care, and the prohibitive cost associated with pharmaceutical procurement, all contribute to the fragility of health care systems in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) such as St. Kitts and Nevis.
Nonetheless, it is imperative that we become more creative and innovative in finding long-term solutions to health care financing, while ensuring equity of access to affordable health care for our citizens.

The global health care industry is constantly evolving and, as such, our local health care sector must keep in step with these changes in order to be more responsive to the needs of our population.
One of the key ways in which this must be done is that of strengthening the current legislative infrastructure for health.

This process demands revision of existing legislation and the drafting of new ones in order to meet the needs of our citizens.
As such, the year 2016 will witness the Ministry of Health making concerted strides towards the execution of past-due legislative revision on the following: - The Public Health Act - The Medical Act - The Pharmacy Act - The Nurses & Midwives Act It is the Ministry's intention to also engage in a consultative process towards the drafting and passage of progressive legislation for other areas within the healthcare sector.
These include, but are not limited to the following: - The Mental Health Act (for which a draft has existed since 2002) - The Regenerative Medicine Promotion Act February 2016 should witness the opening of the Mental Health Day Treatment Centre at Lime Kiln in St. Kitts.

Currently under construction, this facility is expected to approach treatment of affected clients from the standpoint of drug intervention, personal care and hygiene, occupational therapy and skill development, among other matters.
This investment will therefore complement existing provisions for the treatment of mental health disorders that is currently available at community health centers and the psychiatric wing of the JNFGH.

The Ministry of Health prides itself for the sustained, privileged position of maintaining strong, strategic partnerships with various regional and international agencies whose mandates have direct linkages with the local health sector.
Among these key agencies are the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA); the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO); the World Health Organisation (WHO); the OECS Commission (particularly the OECS-Pharmaceutical Procurement Service [OECS-PPS]); the European Union (EU); the Pan Caribbean Partnership against HIV/AIDS (PANCAP); and the Caribbean Common Market (CARICOM), particularly via the quasi cabinet of the Caribbean Council on Social and Human Development (COHSOD).
The Ministry is equally grateful for the strong diplomatic relations that exist between our Federation and the Republic of China (Taiwan), the Republic of Cuba, and the Bolivarian Republic of 3 Venezuela.

These diplomatic ties have yielded invaluable results insofar as technical assistance and capacity-building in the health sector are concerned.
These initiatives include, but are certainly not confined to the provision of scholarships for overseas study in various health disciplines, augmentation of our medical practitioners' base, and access to advanced medical care not yet available within our Federation.

Major Capital Projects Insofar as our Ministry's 2016 capital projects are concerned, it must be noted that Government is fully committed to the continuous upgrading of all current health care facilities, be they health centres or hospitals.
Firm resolve is also evident for the reconstruction of the Mary Charles Hospital in Molineux, based on the 'smart hospital' model that was employed in the reconstruction of the Pogson Medical Centre in Sandy Point.

This investment will reap dividends for patients located in the north-eastern corridor of St. Kitts.

Via this medium, the Ministry of Health re-affirms its full commitment to the implementation of Universal Health Insurance Coverage for citizens of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis in 2016.
We are confident that this initiative will remove barriers to accessing care while creating equity in the Nation's Health system.

Ministerial Resolve The 2016 Estimates for the Ministry of Health reaffirms our firm commitment to providing affordable, accessible and quality health care for all citizens and residents of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Hon Wendy C Phipps Minister of Health 1.2 Executive Summary The Ministry of Health is firmly dedicated to the continuous improvement of the Nation's health by revamping its resources to meet health care needs.

We will in the new fiscal year continue to build on our successes to date in primary and secondary health care.
In doing so, we will ensure that there is synergy and accountability through institutional strengthening of Administration, Community Based Health Services and Institutional Based Health Services.
Our Ministry believes that establishing meaningful priorities for health, while creating an enabling environment for the delivery of a broad range of high quality, people-centered services, from a mix of public and private providers will result in a successful health agenda for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis in the 2016 fiscal year.

The strengthening of primary health care is the Ministry's main strategy to deal with the scourge of chronic diseases in St. Kitts and Nevis.
We have been, and will continue to place particular emphasis on wellness and health promotion to encourage healthier lifestyles and self- empowerment among our citizens.

The prevention and control of chronic non communicable diseases pose major challenges to our health system.

Prominent among them are, the high costs associated with medication, hospitalization and long term care, and the difficulty in inculcating lifestyle changes in our population.
4 We believe that health promotion is the best approach in attaining a reduction in NCDs, as it will take into consideration that health is a primary tool, in human and economic development.

Its focus will therefore be on public policies conducive to the prevention of disease and on promotion of well-being and productivity.
At an individual and community level, health education augmented by multi-sectoral action will enable people to control and modify personal practices and living conditions that would improve their health.

The Ministry of Health will continue to develop our health agenda by focusing on the following key priority areas in health: 1.

Non-Communicable Diseases and Physical Activity 2.

Environmental Health 3.

Family Health 4.

Health Systems Development 5.

Sustainable Health Care Financing 6.


Mental Health and Substance Abuse 7.

HIV/AIDS, STI's and Infectious Diseases 8.

Human Resource for Health In 2016, our work will include the strengthening of existing services, and the introduction of new Oncology services.

We are acutely aware that there must be a balance struck between prevention and the provision of necessary services in the administration of care.
Additionally, we are mindful of the fact that we must continue to improve our physical plants through re-construction and renovation where necessary.

In doing so, due attention must be paid to the infusion of appropriate technology, preventative maintenance and the general upkeep of our health infrastructure.
In the upcoming fiscal year, the Ministry of Health is fully committed to taking the lead and working with all partners to ensure that comprehensive Health Coverage for citizens of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis becomes a reality.

It is our belief that in doing so, we will eliminate barriers to health, thus creating a more equitable, accessible and affordable health system for all.
1.3 Management Representation Statement On behalf of the Ministry of Health I present the annual report on plans and priorities for 2016.

The information provided in this document is to the best of my knowledge an accurate representation of the Ministry's plans and priorities for the use of resources.

The various programs herein, are as a result of comprehensive consultation and collaboration to arrive at priorities for the fiscal year.
It is my hope that this document will serve as a guide to inform the work to be undertaken by the Ministry of Health in 2016.
Andrew M. Skerritt Permanent Secretary 5 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement The Ministry of Health shall utilize its resources to ensure a healthy population by guaranteeing access to health services which are available and affordable to all users in the Federation MINISTRY VISION The Ministry of Health will position itself as the principal organization responsible for safeguarding the health of the people of the Federation.
We will utilize available resources to eliminate barriers to equity in health care.

Our services will satisfy and exceed expectations of the consumers.

We will invest in personnel and other resources to build capacity in pursuit of our goal.
MINISTRY MOTTO People First, Quality Always 6 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions The defined priority areas detailed above are intended to guide the Ministry's work and are supportive of the Government's policy direction.
Its commitment and support for achievement of the UN's MDG, endorsement for the Nassau Declaration, the results of the summit of Heads on the Non Communicable Diseases, the Port of Spain Declaration on NCD's as well as signing on the Health Agenda for the Americas 2008- 2017.
2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives The annual objectives identified are intended to support ongoing efforts by the Ministry to decrease morbidity and mortality associated with a number of diseases and conditions as well as improve the overall health of the population.
2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year • Continued guidance on mechanism for the phased implementation of a National Health Insurance (NHI) Scheme which will ensure sustainable financing for the provision of Health Care for all.
• Involvement of major stakeholders; Social Security, employers, and trade unions to develop a comprehensive financing mechanism to ensure the enrollment of all citizens of St Kitts and Nevis and development of sustainable premiums through payroll contributions.

• Support to ensure the most vulnerable groups including children, elderly and the poor continue to gain access to necessary Health Care Services through the subsidization of premiums.
• Continue work on legislation which guide the provision of health services with special emphasis on the enactment of Mental Health Act, Medical Act, Environmental Health Act and Pharmacy Act.

• Continued renewal of Primary Health Care to address changes in epidemiological profile.

• Continued partnership with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Faith Based Organizations (FBOs), and Civil Society Organizations to plan and implement activities for the promotion and adoption of healthy lifestyles.
• Continued support for the National Policy and Plan of Action for Non-Communicable Diseases Prevention and Control 2013-2017, through the adoption of guidelines and protocols to standardize the provision of health care services.

• Continued support for the development of health infrastructure and resources.
• Continued support for product development through the establishment of an Oncology Unit at the Joseph N France General Hospital in an effort to provide the necessary services to treat the high incidences of morbidity associated with cancer.

7 • Continued support for the establishment and strengthening of partnerships with local and regional organizations to improve access to key services, CT Scan, MRI, and Hemodialysis.
• Continued support for the strengthening of Health Information System, through the phased implementation of a comprehensive electronic Information System at all health institutions.

2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives The Ministry of Health continues to support activities which provide cost effective improvements in the Health Status of the Federation.
Our commitment to a Public Health Policy which ensures that St Kitts and Nevis continue to make gains in its health status and outcomes through the delivery of services at all levels and the provision of services which are affordable, accessible and adequate.

The Ministry's capacity to plan, implement and monitor proposed interventions and activities will significantly impact St Kitts and Nevis' ability to achieve success in the priority areas outlined in the Executive Summary.
The following are the proposed activities for 2016 which would contribute to our successes: • Strengthening internal measures to ensure that financial and human resources are used efficiently to achieve intended health outcomes through Monitoring and Evaluation across the board.

• Strengthening and forging of new public/private partnerships for the advancement of the health agenda.
• Review and passing of legislation to guide the provision of health services; Mental Health Act, Medical Act, Environmental Health Act and Pharmacy Act • Continued use of evidence based decision making through the utilization of research findings including STEPS and EPHF to inform the implementation of interventions to strengthen the delivery of Health Care.

• Promote activities which promote wellness and healthy lifestyle activities.
• Continue to develop and implement guidelines and protocol to improve the standardization of care • Commence Infrastructure development at the Mary Charles Medical Centre • Commence construction of the Joseph N France General Hospital Phase III • Phased implementation of the Hospital Information System with expansion to Community Based Health Services • Commencement of operations at the Mental Health Day Treatment Centre • Human resource development through the support of new staff and capacity building in specific areas of critical care, emergency care, mental health and psychiatry.
• Support programs designed to improve health status of sub-groups of the population – children, the elderly, men, women, adolescents, mental health and substance abusers, school health, and community home visit re-introduction.

• Continue collaboration with international, regional and local partners, to implement interventions to prevent, detect, treat and control HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections • Strengthening support for the implementation of the Essential Public Health Functions.
2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives In 2016 it is anticipated that the main challenges will be: • The demand for specialized overseas care for catastrophic illnesses and emergencies 8 • Human resource issues related to the recruitment of specialized personnel particularly in the areas of Mental Health • Health Promotion and Advocacy with respect to ensuring the necessary behavioural changes to combat chronic non-communicable diseases • Preventive maintenance of infrastructure, medical, equipment and emergency vehicles • Meeting the expectations of consumers as it relates to mass media portrayal of health systems in developed countries • Sustained health care financing 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon The Ministry recognizes the importance of the necessary budgetary resource allocations from the National Budget as well as the forging of new public/private partnership geared at the advancement of the health agenda.
These two combined will ensure the ongoing investments in health services, human resources development and infrastructural development in achieving further improvement in the health status of the population.

2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures Development of the new National Strategic Plan for Health and the continuation of several infrastructural developments are expected to roll over into 2016.
9 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects The following projects are intended to support aspects of the Ministry's ongoing works to provide quality health care to the population of St Kitts and Nevis.
The Ministry submits these projects, which are multi-phased: • Capitalization of the National Health Insurance Scheme • Health Sector Improvement Project – focused on Community Health Services • Institutional Enhancement Project – focused on enhancement of Health Institutions • Construction of the Joseph N France General Hospital Phase III – the third and final phase of the reconstruction of the JNF General Hospital consisting of the service areas; mortuary, pathology, kitchen, conference area, central medical store is expected to commence in 2016.
2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important Funds from the Health Sector Improvement Project will also be used to facilitate: • Construction of the Mary Charles Health Facility- commencement of construction of a new facility in Molineux to house an integrated primary and secondary health care facility is expected in 2016.
2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects Capitalization of National Health Insurance Scheme • Continuation to the phased implementation of a National Health Insurance Scheme to ensure Universal Health Care.
Health Sector Improvement Project ongoing, to date works are ongoing in areas of: • Full computerization of civil registry • Upgrade to Health Centers • Purchase of equipment resources for Health Centers and Environmental Health • Counterpart funding of Mental Health Day Treatment Facility The following are expected in 2016: • Completion of Mental Health Day Facility • Commencement of issuance of electronic Birth certificates • Commencement of Construction of Tabernacle Health Center Institutional Enhancement Project Project ongoing, to date works ongoing in areas of: 10 • Repairs to roof • Enhancement of security of Joseph N France General Hospital • Purchase of essential equipment and commodities • Upgrade to telecommunications infrastructure • Purchase of equipment for Hospital Information System Following is expected in 2016: • Purchase of equipment for HIS • Purchase of essential equipment for Hospitals 2.4 Transfer Payment Information The transfer payment beneficiaries for the Health Sector are the following: • Solid Waste Management Corporation (SWMC) • Quota Contribution – World Health Organization (WHO) • Quota Contribution – Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) • Quota Contribution – Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) • Quota Contribution – Caribbean Association Medical Council (CAMC) • Quota Contributions – Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and Other Health Professionals (CAAM-HP) 11 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.14 - M anage Health Care and Health Environm ental Services Responsibility Centre 14 - M inistry of Health Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To ensure healthy population development by sustaining a cost effective, optimal level of health care which is appropriate, accessible, affordable and acceptable to the citizens and residents of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Financial Sum m ary Program m e 14151 Provide Ministry Management and Administrative Support 14152 Deliver Health Care in Communities 14153 Provide Health Care through Institutions Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 1,843 8,676 11,771 11,788 11,805 14,438 26,657 14,249 29,110 17,010 32,266 17,145 32,759 17,282 33,262 Total 42,938 52,035 61,047 61,692 62,349 12 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.14 - Manage Health Care and Health Environmental Services 14151 Provide Ministry Management and Administrative Support 14 - Ministry of Health 151 -Office of Policy Development and Information Management Officer in Charge Administrative Officer Goals/Global Objectives To provide effective policy and administrative management and guidance towards maintaining a healthy Nation.
Sub-Programme : 01030 Provide Administrative,policy and planning support 14151-Invest in Health 14151- Manage Telecommunication Service Participation in Regional and International Organizations 01035 Monitor Public Health Situation/Trends 04326 - Disaster Mitigation Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 1,607 236 1,459 7,000 218 1,540 10,000 231 1,557 10,000 231 1,573 10,000 231 Total 1,843 8,676 11,771 11,788 11,805 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 13 Portfolio Programme E.14 - Manage Health Care and Health Environmental Services 14152 Deliver Health Care in Communities Responsibility Centre 14 - Ministry of Health 151 -Office of Policy Development and Information Management 152 Community Health Services Officer in Charge Administrative Officer Goals/Global Objectives To ensure that all members of the family have the opportunity to reach their full potential for healthy and productive lives Objective(s) for 2016 1.To immunise all children with the approved set of vaccine 2.To increase cervical cancer screening 3.To monitor and evaluate family health programme 4.To screen all school aged children for dental caries and dental diseases and reduce incidence Expected Results 95% 75% 100% <30% Performance Indicators Percentage of children vaccinated Percentage increase of patients accessing services for cervical cancer screening (# patients family planning/number patients annual pap smear Percentage of work programme monitored and evaluated Percentage of school aged children screened for dental caries and diagnosed with disease (no.
children with caries/no.
children screened) 14 Sub-Programme : 14152 Monitor Health and Environmental Conditions 01035 Monitor public health situation and trends 01202 Monitor sanitation 01203 Monitor solid waste Management 01207 Monitor water quality and food control 14152 Promote Good Health and Illness Prevention 01208 Promote proper nutrition 01210 Promote the prevention of non-communicable diseases 01211 Promote HIV/AIDS awareness 01213 Administration of Community Based Services Provide Family Health Care Services 01216 Provide dental health care 01218 Deliver community psychiatric care Provide Environmental Health Services 01231 Support the Solid Waste Management Corporation 01226 Control vectors 01227 Provide Port Health services 01228 Clean and beautify parks and beaches 01229 Clean and maintain drains 1415210 - Health Sector Improvement Project - Health Centres and Hospitals Provide Health Care through Community Centers 04325 - Mental Health Day Facility Services Participation in Regional and International Organizations 14152 - Invest in Community Based Health Services Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 12,273 500 1,665 12,249 500 1,500 13,510 2,000 1,500 13,645 2,000 1,500 13,782 2,000 1,500 Total 14,438 14,249 17,010 17,145 17,282 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 15 Portfolio Programme E.14 - Manage Health Care and Health Environmental Services 14153 Provide Health Care through Institutions Responsibility Centre 14 - Ministry of Health 151 -Office of Policy Development and Information Management 153 Institution Health Services Officer in Charge Operations Manager Goals/Global Objectives To provide quality health care services to the Nation Objective(s) for 2016 1.To introduce a comprehensive system to manage biomedical waste 2.To process patients for admission or discharge within four (4) hours after accessing care at the Accident and Emergency Department
 3.To reduce the frequency of stock-out of vital, essential and necessary drugs at Central Medical Supplies 4.To reduce the incidence of complications due to diabetes mellitus would comply with treatment 5.To stock a market basket of vital, essential and necessary medicines Sub-Programme : Expected Results December 2016 85% <5 days 85% 85% Performance Indicators Date elements of the system implemented 85% of patients requiring care at the Accident and Emergency Department will be admitted or discharged within four (4) hours Average number of days that the vital medicines were out of stock 85% of patients who are newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus would comply with treatment regimes Not less than 85% of essential medicines included in the market basket are available to clients Provide Administrative and Maintenance Services Deliver Health Care through hospitals 14153 Provide Health Support Services, and Medical Supplies 01246 Procure and distribute pharmaceutical and medical supplies 01258 Dispense pharmaceuticals Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 25,303 1,354 25,210 3,900 29,366 2,900 29,859 2,900 30,362 2,900 Total 26,657 29,110 32,266 32,759 33,262 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 16 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 14 MINISTRY OF HEALTH Project No.
PROJECT NAME 14151 ADMINISTRATION Estimated Total Cost $ 1415115 1415120 JNF General Hospital Development - Ph.
III Capitalisation of National Health Insurance Scheme 12,000,000 - 8,000,000 1,000,000 Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding Revenue Loans $ Development Aid $ Total $ 3,000,000 6,000,000 3,000,000 7,000,000 SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) $ - - 14152 COMMUNITY-BASED HEALTH SERVICES 1415210 Health Sector Improvement - Health Centres & Mental Wing/Cardin Home Dental Unit 14153 INSTITUTION-BASED HEALTH SERVICES 5,000,000 2,000,000 - - 2,000,000 REVENUE 1415318 Institutional Enhancement Project 4,596,461 500,000 - 2,400,000 2,900,000 REVENUE / SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) Institution Based Health ARVC-JNF Do Establish Haemodialysis Unit National Strategic Plan HIV/AIDS Project (2008-2013) Purchase of Baler Physical Therapy Department Upgrading Mary Charles Hospital Purchase of Ambulance Global Youth Tobacco Survey Purchase of Equipment for the Hospitals Purchase of Vehicle Purchase of Equipment of ICU HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Project Reconstruction of Pogson Health Facility 400,000 3,400,000 2,700,000 100,000 7,500,000 240,300 11,222 684,814 60,000 90,000 2,712,568 3,560,256 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / PAHO / PEPFAR / PANCAP REVENUE REVENUE LOAN REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / WORLD BANK / GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT FUND (GEF) REVENUE / WORLD BANK TOTAL 51,055,621 3,500,000 0 11,400,000 14,900,000 17 15 - Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 15 - Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 2 5 6 6 7 7 9 9 9 10 10 11 12 12 12 12 12 13 14 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture presents its strategic plans and programmes for the 2016 fiscal year.
This Ministry is a new construct with formulation founded in leveraging the benefits of interdepartmental synergistic value towards meeting Government development objectives of people empowerment, enhanced security and sustaining of national cultural and heritage assets.
The Ministry is afforded a unique opportunity to deploy a broad-based approach to leveraging government resource towards building a more socially inclusive and resourced Federation to advance in regional and international economic competitiveness in a diverse global market.

The most recent success of CPL 2015 demonstrated the impact of sport in the development of the Federation.
The Ministry expects findings of economic impact study of CPL 2015 to at least match the US$26.3 million delivered for CPL 2014, particularly due to the increased matches and advent of new St Kitts-Nevis Patriots Franchise team generating positive impact for the Federation.

The benefits to Sports-Tourism due to stay-over visitors are anticipated as being of great worth to the economic development of the Federation.
These successes have no doubt influenced decisions to extend to our Federation the hosting of the Leeward Islands Cricket Association, LICA Hurricanes Franchise Team.

Said hosting providing opportunities for grass- root, and high school league invigouration, and the development of the local talent demonstrative of the medium to long term value of the CPL investment.
The Ministry seeks in 2016 to forge strong linkages with the Ministry of Social and Community development in ensuring that protections of social safety nets are leveraged by the most vulnerable and at-risk youth.

The Department of Youth's strong success in entrepreneurship through the CEBO project, planned for further deployment in 2016 aims to provide a sustainability platform for youths to experience improved quality of life and wellbeing through self-employment.
Improved relationship with the Ministry of Health seeks to guide the Department of Sports promotion of sport as critical to the inculcation of a culture of healthy lifestyles by all.

In anticipation of increased needs of visiting tourists, the guests of the Federation in our primary revenue generation mechanism, our indigenous cultural heritage is now more critically important.
Increased efforts towards expanding the range of viable cultural industry products through ecosystem developments including greater education curricula and extra curricula music and cultural art form tutoring, including Calypso writing, coupled with greater exposure during national Carnival events.

The unique requirements of nurturing of a sutainable ecosystem for the advancement of the cultural and creative arts as a means for entrepreneurship remains of priority to the Ministry.
Determinations of best practice incorporations of national and regional festivals, industry-supportive policy advocacy, intellectual property protections and funding machanisms are planned for support through evidence-based means as mechanism of creative industry stimlation and sustainability.
In the 2016 budget cycle our Ministry will render structural support to the initiatives of the departments of Sport, Youth and Culture through the establishment of progressive and inclusive policy that chart the path towards Government's goals of further national growth and development through confluence of wills and capacity, and mitigation of the negative impact of social and economic pressures on the vulnerable citizens of the Federation.
The Ministry's platform of initiatives in the 2016 budgetary grounded in the following primary objectives: 1 1.

Establishment of a rich ecosystem of youth empowerment policy, capacity building and employment opportunity.

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Enhance Citizen Security through reduction of contributory socio-economic factors 3.

Prioritization of preservation of cultural art forms, heritage and heritage sites and nurture creative industry.

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Leverage the cross-cutting nature of sport as socio-economic pillar of national development Amidst a backdrop of regional and sub-regional integration under girding freedom of movement, common markets and economic space, our government remains assured that a nation divided by political, social and economic divisiveness will accomplish little now and establish even less for the generations to come.
The demand for strengthened commitment to nation building and strategic management and deployment of limited resources, and efforts to craft sustainable local resources,is amplified in ever competitive regional and global markets.

With increased attention on the impact of climate change and the responsive requirement for sustainable sources of energy, the greening of government facilities must attain highest priority.
It is in this light that this Ministry will strategically deploy water conservatory and green energy mechanisms in major facilities in aims to reduce dependency on fossil fuels and protect our limited water reserves.

The unfortunate seasonal nature and escalating cost of hosting sporting events require a more holistic approach to multi-use facility management, sport impact measurement, and nurturing of local talent for more active national participation in our regional and international sporting events.
The successful hosting CPL 2015, CARIFTA 2015 and the 2015 National championships and the pending 2016 Olympic Games have generated increased enthusiasm in our nation's champions with dreams of representation of our Federation.

The development of national champions in sport must be viewed as a necessary investment with much return in the provision of a platform for national representation and mainstreaming of youth voices into the process of nation building.
In the midst of fiscal prudence measures this Ministry remains committed to supporting strategic, sustainable developments that seek to enrich our Federation's valuable human resource, cognizant of regional and international opportunities and impact, through knowledge-based investments.
Our Ministry's unique and diverse grouping of departments lends a very real opportunity to directly and indirectly impact the lives of every national through a rich programme of initiatives that enrich life through improvement of social and economic government interventions.
I am pleased to present this Ministry's budgetary strategy,for the 2016 budget cycle, to establish a networked framework, to leverage new synergies within this Ministry and others, and public- private partnerships to realize the policies of the Government of St Kitts and Nevis.
Hon Shawn Richards Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture 1.2 Executive Summary The Ministry's diverse initiatives have individually made considerable impact on the socio- economic development of the Federation.

It is the aim of the Ministry to realize even greater development benefits through a more synergistic approach to meeting development goals of the government in 2016.
With primary focus on the resources and objectives of the Ministry components as interlinked components in the meeting of local policy directives well aligned with international metrics of development as in the MDGs, the Ministry aims to pursue programmes, activities and events that benefit from cross-pollination of capacities.

2 The Youth Department continued to lead in the promotion of youth entrepreneurship and creative industry capacity building initiatives.
The CARICOM Secretariat supported Creative Entrepreneurship for Business Opportunities (CEBO) added to successes of the inaugural deployment in 2013, with a number of local entrepreneurs exposed to entrepreneurship methodology structured primarily for cultural and creative industries, arguably the most sustainable yet largely uptapped intellectual property resource of the SIDS.
The nurturing of entrepreneurial capacity among youth is a primary focus to the Ministry due to the manifold fruits of youth self-employment.

The success of youths in our intimate communities provide tangible demonstration of the value of small enterprise, can potentially elevate peers to the status job creators and platforms for vocalizing of youth voices against marginalization from opportunities to advocate the issues of concern to our youth.
Additional Youth Activities including the CARICOM Youth Ambassadors (CYA) Programme, CDB Vybzing Forum, Annual Summer Camp and 25 Most Remarkable Teens Awards and Project Displays shed the spotlight on the future leaders of our Federation.
The leadership and confidence inspiring pathway initiated in the Annual Summer Camp and continued through CYA activities cannot be understated as they have transformed lives of many in our Federation, in crafting of leaders and influencers of potential leaders, to whom we cede the platform of most impactful youth advocates.
Within a state of near saturation of traditional job markets, where the advent of the working-poor pervades, it is the innovation-laden creative industries that poise the greatest hope for exploitation by our youth entrepreneurs.

Within the ecosystem inclusive of the strategic inputs of the Department of Culture in particular the establishment of training and presentation facilities for the new industries of our time.
It is within this context that we realize the mainstreaming of our vulnerable and at-risk youth marginalization factors are effectively mitigated through capacity enhancement initiatives and nurturing of an enabling environment that holistically addresses access to services and opportunities, sound people networks, and supportive government policy.

The successes of the 2015 CPL and CARIFTA events have illuminated the impact of Sport in the general economic development of a nation.
Anticipated economic impact of in excess of US$26.3 million warrants the continued financing of the CPL Games in particular.

The benefits of the Sports Tourism component of the CPL and CARIFTA measured in stay-over visitors and country promotion in event broadcast nations demonstrate a maturing product.

In the light, however, of the Social impact of the CPL and CARIFTA Gamesa different perspective may be recognized.
The concept of Sports for Development and Peace encapsulates the economic and social impact of Sport in the development of a nation.

Adhering primarily to deployment of Sports as means to meeting the United Nations' Human Rights and the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) the Sports for Development and Peace approach to Sports policy and practice is well positioned to address Government's policy directives of People empowerment and Citizen Security and economic development.
i. Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger: a.

Sport can help increase self-esteem, self-confidence and social skills, leading to increased employability and lowered rates of criminal behaviour b.

Sports programmes may provide jobs and skills development ii.

Achieve universal primary education: a.

Sport can help erode stigma preventing children with disabilities from attending school b.
Sport can be used to detect emotional trauma in children that if untreated could result in poor performance or incompletion.

iii.

Promote Gender equality and empower women: 3 a.

Sport helps improve female physical and mental health and provides opportunities for establishment of professional and personal networks b.

Girls and women access leadership opportunities and experience through social inclusion activities.

iv.

Reduce child mortality: a.


Increased physical fitness improves children's resistance to some diseases v. Combat HIV, AIDs and other diseases: a.

Increased physical activity reduces instances of Non communicable Disease (Diabetes, Stress, Obesity) vi.

Ensure environmental sustainability: a.

Government policy may support Greening of sporting facilities b.

Sport lead initiatives to improve local environment may receive greater community participation vii.

Develop global partnershipfor development a.


Sport for Development and Peace efforts initiate global partnerships and increase regional and international networking among governments, donors, NGOs and sport organizations worldwide.
The popularity of sports is such that major sporting events can be used as communications platforms for mainstreaming youth voices, anti-crime advocacy, and social inclusion messages.Through the recognized capacity to excite and attract, sporting activities have generated massive national economic impact for small and medium service providers, and large providers of accommodations and transportation.
This Ministry in present form is poised to holistically address the socio-economic development needs of the nation through its agency of sports development, requisite inter-governmental networks and NGO and private sector actors.

In a dynamically changing global society and market, nations are often challenged by the seeming dichotomy of the leveraging of innovation and advancing technologies and the preservation of our culture and heritage.
While fully embracing the cutting edge resource of technical advance the Department of Culture has sought to ensure that national culture and heritage are preserved and positioned as pillars of identity and pride while infusing and driving new creative, culturally enriched industries.

Ongoing activities contribute well to enable this vision of the role of the Culture Department in this technology-advanced and increasingly competitive global village.
The structuring of efforts through the establishment of multi-stakeholder endorsed National Cultural policy.

By leveraging UNESCO technical assistance and financial resource efforts to invigourate prior consultations in 2016 would undergird the development of a framework of cultural development programmes and a 2016-2019 plan of action for enriching the national cultural resource.
The Department seeks to leverage its new found relationship with the Ministry of Education and Department of Youth to strengthen capacity building efforts through increased delivery channels.

With focus on building technical resource in creative and performing arts, development of craft and locally manufactured household furnishings, and cultural content creation and production, the aim of enabling our youth to embark upon sustainable creative industries is well within reach.
Ensuring the sustainability of culture enrichment planning efforts there is commitment to study of the social and economic impact of Carnival as the major driver of cultural activities in the Federation.
Additionally, the strengthening of local resource capacity, industry development and 4 sustainability ecosystems and establishment of social and cultural impact study mechanisms through appropriate funding, advocacy, and policy and legislative developments are to create a holistic approach to cultural preservation and industry enabling in our Federation.

It is this Ministry's aim to employ a collaborative approach to realizing the aims and objectives within difficult economic times.
The demonstration of the success of the objectives will be tested in the grain of the leaders of tomorrow.

It is with in mind that the nurturing of attitudinal and leadership values in the youth of the federation is of paramount importance to this Ministry.

The focus on entrepreneurship and innovative technology skills training are designed to empower the knowledge society of today and fuel the knowledge economy of tomorrow.
In a challenging global market SIDSs are faced with competing with advanced industrialized nations with limited natural resource.

Human Capital, creativity and cultural content lend to the creation of new services and industries that harness the cultural intellectual capacity and property of our nationals and present revenue streams and employment opportunities.
1.3 Management Representation Statement On behalf of the ministry of Youth,Sports and Culture, I submit the Annual Report on the Plans and Priorities of for 2016.

This document serves as a reliable statement of the Ministry's plans and priorities for 2016.

It is my belief that this document will provide the framework for effective planning, implementation and measurement of the activities designed to meet this Ministry's objectives for 2016.
Christopher Herbert Permanent Secretary (Ag) 5 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement This Ministry remains committed to maximizing the potential of our youth and nationals in general through the provision of accessible leadership and entrepreneurship development opportunities, strengthening of the role of sports in national development through contributing to economic and social advancement, and the preservation and advancement of cultural art forms and creative industries.
6 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions This Ministry's objectives align with the Government policy direction in the development components of Social development:Education and training, Youth development, Non communicable disease reduction and physical activity, and application of Information and Communications Technologies to national development.
YOUTH The Youth Department focus on programmes and services that nurture and facilitate active youth inclusion have specific focus on entrepreneurship and leadership skills training, and cultural and attitudinal development.

The Youth Summer Camp and 25 Most Remarkable Teens are ongoing activities that provide a framework for the development of positive attitudes and skills and a platform for showcasing the achievements of youth.
The Creativity for Employment and Business Opportunity (CEBO) entrepreneurship training followed a successful pilot in St Kitts with a following training activity on Nevis.

Over thirty unemployed youth were exposed to sustainable business planning practices utilizing best practices sourced from regional studies.

Planned new initiatives in the form of Youth Services and a Youth Month seek to create additional opportunities for structured youth development and inclusion in national development initiatives.
SPORTS The Sports Department concentration on facility improvement and services enhancement, and Sports programme customization is planned for continued focus in 2015.

The establishment of technology-driven facility enhancement seeks to contribute to the viability of St Kitts-Nevis as a premier sports competition location.
The successful completion of the final stages of the erection of modern flood lights and digital scoring, entertainment and marketing screens at the Warner Park Cricket grounds have elevated the Warner Park Cricket stadium to best in class standards.

The expansion of the utility of the grounds as location for cultural and heritage presentations, and entertainment seeks to increase revenue earnings while providing a venue for nation building activities.
Efforts to enhance sporting facilities are constantly hindered through acts of vandalism and lack of government resources to adequately maintain buildings and grounds.
The Sports Department plans to solicit the involvement of community groups, through interactions with the Department of Community Affairs, to take ownership of the upkeep of community sporting facilities through a series of activities aimed at raised awareness of the role of community sports clubs in the health of development of our nationals.
Planned partnership activities with the Ministry of Health to promote healthy lifestyles through healthy diet and physical activity are aimed at the reduction of non-communicable diseases and other debilitating health conditions.

The ability to continuously disseminate information and maintain communication with nationals is dependent on planned web sites and use of social media.
The structuring of sports programmes that impact the nation's youth at the earliest stages of development is planned to nurture healthy lifestyles and identify and enhance sporting ability.

POSTS The Department of Posts is faced with global pressure to reform and re-strategize its operations.

7 United States Postal Service (USPS)and Payment for Performance (PFP) program seeks to provide payment for USPS mail delivered with strictly monitored time constraints in place.
The installation of a Global Monitoring System at the General Post Office (GPO)detects the rate of receipt and delivery of USPS mail.

Terminal dues typically paid by industrialized countries for delivery of mail locally have become subject to administrative restructuring of the Universal Postal Union (UPU).

Revenue earned by the GPO are now negatively impacted by a new target country system that removes the requirement for terminal dues payments to St Kitts-Nevis by some leading economies.
In an attempt to maintain annual revenue earnings and to incorporate the ICT's in the enhancing of the delivery of postal services the Department of Posts seeks to establish new revenue streams that improve quality and relevance of services to the general public and private sector.

Plans for technology infused services to enhance communication between government departments, and between government, general public and private sector include: a.
US mail boxes b. E-Wallets for online line purchases c. Enhanced Parcel Services d. Online bill payments e. Online stamp purchase and printing ICT To strengthen IT strategic planning and ensure widespread participation in the Information society the IT Department has continued partnership with the Government of the Republic of China (Taiwan).
The ICT Corporation Agreement 2013-2018 specifies the development of a National ICT plan and policy and E-Government strategy, providing informed policy and ICT legislative direction of the ICTs inclusive of the private sector considerations.

The IT Department focus on upgrading of IT skills within Government due to lack of physical space facilitated capacity building for multiple government officers in areas of website content management and office productivity.
The enhancing of the public sector service provision through the implementation of office automation, improving inter- Department and private sector post-based communications, and survey informed electronic public sector services implementation are planned deliverables of E- Government strategic planning.
Clear demonstration of the impact of business process automation has been achieved in the completion of first stage expansion of the Hospital Information System efforts at the Joseph N. France General Hospital.

The efforts of the IT Department and Taiwan Embassy in deployment of patient records automation with new patient identification card enhances levels of productivity and security for staff and patients of the JNF General Hospital.
Additional phases planned for completion in 2015 include pharmaceutics, laboratory and bloodbank, and inventory Information systems.

The IT Department planned restructured operations mission and methodology seeks to diversify efforts of focus on the provision of public sector e-Government services and the measurement of the IT environment to inform national ICT strategy and policy.
The systematic and systemic assessment of the business of government ministries towards the provision of best-fit ICT- enabled interventions encapsulates the mission of the Public Services component of the IT Department.
The survey-based and impact measurement approach of the Industry and Innovation Unit seeks to ensure that enabling policy and legislative and regulatory environments are present to lend to the development of ICT industry and greater utility of the ICTs in existing industries, increasing efficiencies, lowering operating costs and empowering the spirit of innovation.

The IT Department continues its support of major IT projects in other ministries.
The 8 strengthening of the Government communications network and enhancing of the IP telephony seek to improve department communications and productivity with a reduced total cost of ownership.

The specification of One-2-One Laptop Projects with improved performance and theft tracking marks a significant step in assuring laptop longevity and suitability to the task.
Current assessments of the role of tablet PCs in education and government speak to deployment of lower capital and operating cost technologies coupled with increases in technology accessibility and modalities for true ubiquitous computing.

2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives The 2016 Annual objectives for the Ministry are: 1.

To establish support programmes aimed at youth mainstreaming, and leadership and entrepreneurship development.

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To effectively deploy cultural, technical and entrepreneurial capacity building To establish outcome-based sports programmes and improve management of Sports facilities through a site grading methodology.

3.

To increase awareness of and lend resource to the role of indigenous cultural content preservation and creation as means of socio-economical development and revenue generation.
2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year There is anticipation of growth to the Youth Department to lend needed resource to deployment of greater structure to annual youth development programmes.

A restructuring of the Sports Department is expected to introduce active sporting discipline group coordinators and sufficient coaches to provide for required contact time to build foundational concepts of sport in the primary and high school students.
The Sports Department is also due to benefit from the introduction of a Venues Manager Role at the scale K28-K32/K33-K39 to provide greater management or engineering acumen to the management of the Sports Department facilities.Additionally the Sports Department is expected to include an additional Parks Caretaker and E-Archivist and Web Master role to database Sports statistics, and present Sports findings and event and activity information.
The Culture Department is expected to benefit from the addition roles of cultural artform specialists to lend resource to the growing need for capcity building in the youth of the Federation towards cultural preservation and job creation.

2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives Youth i.

Expansion of enrolment of Youth Summer Camp.

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Successful implementation of CEBO program.

iii.

Successful implementation of CDB Vybzing Forum iv.

Greater structuring of the CYA programme.


v. Successful implementation of 25 Most Remarkable Teens program.

Sports i.

National Sport for Development policy planning.

9 ii.

Primary and High Schools Sports programme assessment iii.

Establishment of facilities maintenance schedule and transparent E-Tendering platform for facility maintenance and renovation.

iv.

Determination of facility grading schema and establishment of costing model for use of premier facilities.
v. Development of facility multi-use model for greater revenue streams Culture i.

Development of UNESCO, National Commission National Cultural Policy.

ii.

Furtherance of the development and utility of the St Kitts-Nevis Creative Industry Registry (SKNCIR).

iii.

Deployment of phase one of National Carnival Village upgrade.

iv.

Creative Industry training (Video Editing, Music and Drumming Programmes) 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives Youth Department i.
Insufficient senior human resources to adequately manage youth training initiatives.

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Inability to securing financing to support expansion of existing projects and planned new projects.

iii.

Requirement of job descriptions Sports Department i.

Insufficient senior human resources to adequately manage planned sports programmes.

ii.

Lack of adequate operational resources to effectively plan, implement and monitor the activities of the department.

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Need for greater facility and grounds management and maintenance resource.

There are currently 18 Cricket fields, 25 Football fields, 16 Basketball Courts and 15 Netball Courts.

iv.

Securing financing to support maintenance of existing facilities and grounds.

v. Lack of upgrading of sport discipline coach certifications.

vi.

Requirement of job descriptions Culture i.

Need for repositioning of the Department of Culture and requisite requirement of job descriptions ii.
Need of capacity building and enrichment of human resources iii.

Transportation and adequate operating site limitations iv.

Securing finances for funding of major capacity building programmes v. The lack of value proposition of culture and marketing mechanisms.

2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon A collaborative approach utilizing intra-ministry human resources will be utilized to deploy activities, assess activity outcomes and plan for required plan alterations.
10 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures The greatest impact on the current year's expenditures was the failure to receive requested CARIFTA budget leading to depletion of Upgrading Sporting Facilities Capital Project; unplanned Warner Park Football Lighting Upgrade and delay due to introduction of alternate solution; Youth Summer Camp local shopping.
11 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects • Support for SKN 2016 Olympic Relay Team • Trinity/Boyds Playing Field • Upgrade of Sporting Facilities • • • • Upgrade of National Carnival City • Upgrade of Sandy Point Recreational Grounds CPL Games Storage Facility at Warner Park Upgrade of Warner Park Tennis Facilities 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important • Youth Entrepreneurship Development Project • Purchase of Steel Pans • Purchase of Bus 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information SPORTS Len Harris Cricket Academy World Anti-Doping Agency Regional Anti-Doping Agency Organization of Caribbean Administrators of Sport and Physical Education (OCASPE) YOUTH CARICOM Youth programme CULTURE Support the National Handicraft and Cottage Industry (Craft House) Support National Carnival Support St. Christopher Heritage Society 12 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E15 - M anage Youth, Sports and Culture Responsibility Centre 15 - M inistry of Youth, Sports and Culture Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To implement youth and sports programmes, strengthen relationships with private and public sector sponsors, ensure that the public service is provided with the necessary telecommunication infrastructure and provide affordable and modern postal services.
Financial Sum m ary Program m e Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 15161- Administer Youth, Sports and Culture 574 15124- Invest in Cultural Development 15149- Support Youth Development 15123- Develop Sports and people through Sports 15124 Organise, support and promote National and Community Festivals 474 15,983 1,945 664 1,500 759 5,591 1,582 811 1,705 899 823 1,600 908 11,602 11,295 1,802 1,810 835 918 4,826 1,819 Total 18,976 10,096 16,819 16,436 8,398 13 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme E15 - Manage Youth, Sports and Culture 15161- Administer Youth, Sports and Culture Responsibility Centre 15 - Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture 161 Administration Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To administer Youth Empowerment, Sports, Information Technology, Telecommunications and Posts Objective(s) for 2016 1.To monitor and ensure Ministry's initiatives align with Government policy directives 2.To realize measured improvements in the management of Ministry resources Sub-Programme : Expected Results 2 Performance Indicators Number of training sessions and workshops for staff September 2016 Date to deliver programmes designed to manage the Ministry's resources 02764 - Provide Administrative Support 02765 - Administer Telecommuncations Services Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 574 664 811 823 835 Total 574 664 811 823 835 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 14 Portfolio Programme E15 - Manage Youth, Sports and Culture 15124- Invest in Cultural Development Responsibility Centre 15 - Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture 124 Department of Culture Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To build capacity and infrastructure for Culture in the Federation Sub-Programme : 1512401 - Purchase
 of Steel Pans 1512402 - Purchase of Bus 0910298 - Upgrade of Carnival Village Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 1,500 1,705 1,600 Total 1,500 1,705 1,600 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 15 Portfolio Programme E15 - Manage Youth, Sports and Culture 15149- Support Youth Development Responsibility Centre 15 - Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture 149 Youth Department Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To foster an enabling environment to empower youths and provide for their sustainable growth and development Objective(s) for 2016 1.To provide capacity building opportunities addressing Youth development issues 2.To provide workshops and outreach programmes designed to identify and address challenges facing youth 3.To recognise the accomplishments of youth through Ceremonial Awards from the outreach programmes 4.To undertake new youth programmes Sub-Programme : Expected Results 4 Performance Indicators Number of capacity building activities 2 2 2 Number of workshops and outreach programmes Number of ceremonials awards recognising the accomplishment of youth Number of youth programmes implemented 00171 Administer Youth Development 03946 Support Youth Camp and Youth Month Participate in Regional and International Organizations Invest in Youth Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 474 759 799 100 808 100 818 100 Total 474 759 899 908 918 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 16 Portfolio Programme E15 - Manage Youth, Sports and Culture 15123- Develop Sports and people through Sports Responsibility Centre 15 - Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture 123 Sports Department Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives
 To foster growth and development of Sport in order to encourage active participation of our youth in all aspects of nation building Objective(s) for 2016 1.To build capacity in key areas such as Turf Management, Pitch preparation, and discipline coaching courses 2.To collaborate with National, Regional and International Agencies in development of sporting programmes and events.
3.To develop green sustainable sports facilities, green spaces and equipment accessible to all citizens 4.To plan National Sports for development Strategy 5.To provide support to teams participating in local and regional sporting events Sub-Programme : Expected Results 3 Performance Indicators Number of training sessions designed to build capacity in key areas 6 Number of National, Regional and International sporting events Nov 2016 Date for completion of upgrades sustainable sports facilities established Sept 2016 Date for plan completion 4 Number of local and regional sporting events held 15123 Develop people through sports programs and sports tourism 15123- Invest in Sports Development Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 3,177 12,806 2,841 2,750 2,956 8,646 2,989 8,306 3,022 1,804 Total 15,983 5,591 11,602 11,295 4,826 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 17 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E15 - Manage Youth, Sports and Culture 15124 Organise, support and promote National and Community Festivals 15 - Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture 124 Department of Culture Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To create and sustain an enabling environment to increase the economic value of the cultural and creative industries Objective(s) for 2016 1.To build community and staff capacity in key areas of the performing arts and cultural folklore artforms 2.To build primary and secondary school capacity in key areas such as Tonic sol- fa, Theoretical music and Steel pan 3.To establish National Cultural Policy and perform Cultural Festival impact assessment 4.To expand the visibility of the department in the media, including social media and other forums 5.To increase awareness and appreciation of the Cultural and Creative Arts Industry (CCAI) Expected Results 4 2 2 3 July 2016 May 2016 September 2016 10 May 2016 September 2015 June
 2016 6.To provide a nurturing environment for the Cultural and Creative Arts Industry (CCAI) April 2016 March 2016 Performance Indicators Number of workshops in Pan tuning, Fife, Calypso writing, and Steel pan Number of workshops in Dance for instructors and dancers Number of art-forms to reintroduce Number of training sessions designed to build capacity in key areas Performance Arts Centre policy paper completed and submitted to Cabinet Date for completion of Cultural Festival impact assessment preliminaries Submission of draft National Cultural Policy to Cabinet The number of programmes to increase visibility in creative arts and cultural industry Date for assessment of Case Management System for Cultural services management Organize and execute National Arts Festival Partner with the St. Kitts Music Festival Committee to host annual Music Mentorship Programme Date for SKN Creative Industry Registry Database registration drive Date for National Arts Festival assessment and planning Sub-Programme : 00257 Provide administrative, HR, and logistic support 00259 Support the National Handicraft & Cottage Industry (Craft House) 00266 Support the National Carnival 18 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 1,945 1,582 1,802 1,810 1,819 Total 1,945 1,582 1,802 1,810 1,819 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 19 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 15 MINISTRY OF YOUTH, SPORTS AND CULTURE Project No.
15123 1112320 1112339 1512316 1512317 1512318 1512319 SPORTS DEPARTMENT Trinity/Boyds Playing Field Upgrade of Sporting Facilities CPL Games Storage Facility at Warner Park Upgrade of Warner Park Tennis Facilities Support for SKN 2016 Olympic Relay Team 1512320 Upgrade of Sandy Point Recreational Grounds 15149 YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding Development Aid $ Total $ 303,709 - - - - - 803,709 REVENUE / REPUBLIC OF CHINA 500,000 REVENUE 5,615,253 REVENUE 386,859 REVENUE 500,000 REVENUE 340,000 REVENUE - 500,000 REVENUE $ - - - - - - - 3,982,339 500,000 7,224,435 500,000 14,627,278 5,615,253 570,447 386,859 4,023,289 500,000 500,000 340,000 4,647,500 500,000 1514910 Youth Entrepreneurship Development 500,000 100,000 - - 100,000 REVENUE 15124 CULTURE 1512401 Purchase of Steel Pans 1512402 0910298 Purchase of Bus Upgrade of Carnival Village 100,000 105,000 5,000,000 100,000 105,000 - - 1,500,000 100,000 105,000 1,500,000 SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) TOTAL c/f 41,280,288 8,647,112 0 1,803,709 10,450,821 20 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 15 MINISTRY OF YOUTH, SPORTS AND CULTURE Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding TOTAL b/f Dieppe Bay Post Office Warner Park Lighting Enterprise Content Management System Upgrading of Grounds at Half Way Tree St Pauls Sporting Complex (retention) Upgrade of Olympic Track at the Silver Jubilee Stadium Develop Business Plan for Government GWAN St. Peter's Sporting Complex EduNet Project ICC ODI Cricket Reconstruct Warner Park Wall Purchase of Software Upgrade ICT Capacity Building Project Multipurpose Sport & Cultural Facility ICC Women World Cup International Track Newtown Sporting Complex Warner Park Development World Cup Cricket 2007 CWC Security Training CWC Cricket Stadium Overlay Equipment for WCC 2007 and Maintenance CARIFTA Games 2008 Sandy Point Recreation Ground Verchilds Play Field Edgar Gilbert Sporting Complex Mansion Sporting Complex (retention) Upgrade of Challengers Playfield Purchase of Household Mail Boxes Purchase of Post Office Letter Boxes ICT Cooperation Centre ICT4EDC Saddlers Sporting Complex - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Development Aid $ Total $ 0 1,803,709 10,450,821 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - REVENUE SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) REVENUE REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN (ROC) REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE (SIDF) (ECTEL) / UNIVERSAL SERVICE FUND (USF) REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) REVENUE / REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN (ROC) REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN (ROC) REVENUE REVENUE DEV.AID REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) DEV.AID REVENUE / LOAN-Deposit A/C '08 REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN
 (ROC) REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN (ROC) REVENUE / EUROPEAN UNION (EU) REVENUE / REPUBLIC OF CHINA TAIWAN (ROC) -GRANT: FENCE $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TOTAL 144,815,225 8,647,112 0 1,803,709 10,450,821 21 16 - Ministry of Sustainable Development Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 16 - Ministry of Sustainable Development Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 3 4 5 5 6 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 8 8 8 8 8 9 10 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message It gives me great pleasure to present the goals and strategies of the Ministry of Sustainable Development as we enter into the period set aside for achieving the 2030 Global Agenda for Sustainable Development.
A period that will be used to build on the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) through an agenda which includes seventeen (17) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) designed to tackle extreme poverty, fight inequality and injustice and curb climate change by 2030.
This global agenda and partnerships is based on a common understanding of our shared humanity and transcends to a policy approach which ensures inclusive economic development, social progress and environmental sustainability, making sure that no one is left behind.

It is within this context therefore that the Ministry of Sustainable operates in an effort to craft policies and strategies all designed to ensure that there is a future for all.
The global economy grew moderately by 3.4% in 2014, while a rate of growth of 3.5% is projected for 2015.

This suggests that there is some stabilizing of the global output following the downturn that resulted from the financial crisis.

Here in the Federation the economy rebounded in 2013 following four years of contracted growth, to record a growth rate of 6.2% and 6.1% respectively for 2013 and 2014, with a growth rate of 6.7% projected for 2015.
This growth was manifested mainly in the construction sector, a sector that has rebounded after significant contractions in previous years.

Several large public sector capital projects along with private developments contributed to this growth in the economy.

Growth also took place in terms of Real Estate and Housing Services, Tourism, Financial Services and Public Administration.

As the global economy continues to stabilize we would also be able to maintain a sustained rate of growth.
In the midst of this however, we are cognizant of the fragility and vulnerability of our small island developing state.

There will be challenges ahead as we continue to chart and implement the development agenda, but we cannot be complacent, instead we must remain resilient in the face of a global landscape brimming with challenges and uncertainties that can hamper our development and transformation agenda.
The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has remained committed to the transformation process, and to this end will in 2016 assess the National Adaptation Strategy which has provided the direction for development and begin the process to formulate a new post 2017 development strategy.
In this regard, the Ministry of Sustainable Development will continues to play a pivotal role in the coordination and implementation of the development strategy and, aid and donor harmonization to enable execution of important investments which are crucial to ensuring the achievement of milestones established within the programme in regards to social, physical, economic and environmental development.
The Ministry continues to perform its role as the lead Government agency with responsibility for the national development agenda, planning, coordination of development cooperation programmes, development of the public sector investment programme, official statistics, the annual capital budget and land matters.
The Ministry continues to be mindful of its important role in carrying out this mandate and will continue to build on the achievements gained over the past years, while at the same time ensuring that growth and development remains all inclusive and meaningful changes are made to foster partnership in the development of initiatives to access donor resources.
As we enter 2016 we will continue to undertake various initiatives to advance the strengthening of our technical, operational and human capacity to meet the challenges we may encounter in our commitment to move the sustainable development agenda forward.

This of course will require partnerships with multi stakeholder, including the private sector, NGOs and civil society to ensure real change.
1 In 2015 the Ministry continued to provide support to activities implemented under the European Union funded Safety and Security Improvement Programme, a programme where the lead agency is the Ministry of National Security.

The objective of this initiative is to improve safety and security conditions in St. Kitts and Nevis in order to ensure a stable environment for sustainable growth and investment.
This initiative is in keeping with the 2015 post development agenda which reaffirms the importance of making societies peaceful, inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable and with equal access to justice.

To date, the initiative has facilitated the provision of technical assistance for the preparation and development of several documents.
These included the Assessment Report of the Current Diversion Program, the Pre Trial and Non Custodial options, Costing of proposed Rehabilitation Programmes, and a Report on the State of Curricula and Training material and Human Resource for Her Majesty's Prison and the Royal Police Force.

In 2015 the youth at risk grant facility was continued to facilitate programs that targeted youths at risk.

The importance of good quality and relevant statistics remains vital to the planning process.
The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis depends on the Ministry to produce timely, accurate and relevant statistics so that evidence based decisions can be made.

Statistical information plays a key role in formulating policy initiatives, implementing strategic plans and assessing the value/benefits of adopted measures.

However to garner support in the obtaining of the data there must be a co-ordinated approach with the active participation of all stakeholders.
In 2014 an institutional review was conducted and a Strategy for the Development of Statistics was developed.

To date some of the recommendations have been undertaken, and efforts at building managerial and technical capacity through training are ongoing with support from agencies such as CARICOM, CARTAC, ECCB, OECS and Statistics Canada.

In 2016 a Labour Force Survey (LFS) will be undertaken.
Recognizing the importance of having regular LFS information so as to have greater sense of the composition and existing supply of the labour force as well as the impact of the global changes on employment, a decision was taken to begin undertaking the survey on a regular basis.

In this way we would be in a position to do obtain some benchmark data and do some trend analysis from the data collected.
Land use planning and management continues to be one of the critical roles performed by the Ministry of Sustainable Development.

Supported by the Land and Surveys portfolio, the Ministry undertakes Government's initiative to actively ensure orderly development.

During this year, a National Portfolio Formulation Document (NPFD) was prepared to guide the utilization of national resources allocated under the Global Environmental Facility (GEF) sixth programming cycle.
A Climate Finance Readiness Assessment for St. Kitts and Nevis was also done to measure the level of preparedness of public institutions to effectively monitor, administer and capitalize on the resources provided through the Green Climate Fund (GCF).

In 2015 efforts continued to ensure the orderly use of public spaces in the urban environment particularly in the area of street vending.

A document with a proposal for the organization of street vending has been prepared and will be finalized.
Work on the development of a handbook, outlining approved development requirements for potential developers is being prepared and should be ready for use in the coming year.

Efforts were made in enhancing the services provided under the Special Land Distribution Initiative and the installation of infrastructure within the Lime Kiln, Conaree and Sandy Point commercial areas and within several residential developments.
The upcoming year, 2016 should herald the installation of critical infrastructure in several areas.

Work remains ongoing under the Aerial Digital mapping Project and to date a number of GIS mapping datasets have been completed.

This project is important given the demand for land and its competing uses.

The Ministry remains committed to ensuring that St. Kitts and Nevis is adequately prepared for the increasingly evolving global environment.
The Ministry remains at the forefront in ensuring that training opportunities are sought for the benefit of officers in the Line Ministries to ensure effective 2 management of the transformation process and active participation in policy making forums.

The employers and employees within the private sector will also be included wherever possible in order to strengthen the skills and competences to facilitate further expansion of the various businesses beyond the confines of the Federation.
Economic growth remains a top priority in the Ministry's agenda.

However building and sustaining that growth and development must come with improvement in the provision and delivery of service.

Thus it was that in 2015 that the Ministry along with the Human Resource Department continued work on the World Bank funded Enhanced Public Sector Governance and Efficiency Project, a project aimed at bringing about reform in the Public Service.
The project involved two (2) main components, the implementation of measures to improve efficiency in the personnel expenditure and aligning human resources needs and staffing within policy initiatives.

To date, functional reviews have been completed for three line ministries and the Human Resource Department, the Human Resource Management Policy Framework and Action Plan and Remuneration Strategy have also been developed.
The Payroll audit and the accompanying Payroll Assessment tool will be finalized and be ready for use in 2016.

There is need for improvement in the effectiveness and efficiency in the provision of goods and services to allow for greater resource allocation for investment in infrastructure and human development so as to increase productivity and competitiveness.

The Ministry was responsible for the overall macro level leadership of the project.
This project represents renewed efforts by both agencies to build a culture of performance monitoring and evaluation within the public service.

I wish to use this opportunity to thank all of the staff in the Ministry of Sustainable Development whose dedication and hard work have made it possible for me to be able to present these plans.

The Ministry of Sustainable Development 2016 plans and priorities were prepared in accordance with the relevant legislation and policies.
As a result of implementing these measures, we anticipate that we will be able to achieve the targets presented for 2016.

In setting ourselves these expected outcomes we have envisaged an environment that is conducive to economic growth and development.

I wish to assure you that with the conditions conforming to our expectation we will be able to implement this plan to the fullest extent.

Dr. the Hon.
Dr. the Hon.

Timothy Harris Minister of Sustainable Development 1.2 Executive Summary The Ministry of Sustainable Development is the primary entity charged with providing economic advice and related information which would enable Government and the private sector to formulate policies and successfully execute plans for the social, physical, economic development of the country.
The Ministry therefore intends to continue to focus economic growth and development initiatives towards facilitating the achievement of objectives.

To this end, an assessment of the Adaptation Strategy will be done and a new development strategy will be commissioned to serve as the blueprint for the development agenda for St. Kitts and Nevis over the medium to long term.
The Ministry has six (6) programmes with specific responsibilities for the provision of services and programmes to achieve its goals and objectives.

These programmes are Administration, Economic Affairs and Public Sector Investment Planning, Physical Planning, Statistics, the Development Control and Planning Board, and Lands and Survey.

The Ministry's overall vision is to provide policy and technical advice that leads to sustained social, physical and economic growth and development.
By fostering public and private sector partnership the combined efforts 3 of both sectors can lead to enhanced regional and international competitiveness.
The Ministry's main goals are (1) to support macroeconomic reform to maintain a stable economy (2) to facilitate sustainable development through the appropriate selection, implementation and identification of appropriate financing of capital projects/programmes, (3) to inform policy decisions through the collection and maintenance of accurate statistical data (4) to promote sustainable land use and physical development with a focus towards transforming the economy.
The services provided by the Ministry include: - Economic planning and reporting - Management of the environment and land stock - Management and dissemination of statistics - Management of urbanization initiatives - Management and coordination of capital investment - Donor and aid coordination - Policy formulation and advice During 2016 the Ministry will be involved in several new and ongoing initiatives; the Special Land Distribution Initiative; the continuation of the Land Cadastral process; donor/aid coordination and the continued oversight of the economic transformation process.
Focus will also be placed on developing capacity in monitoring and evaluation and other areas that will promote human resource development.

1.3 Management Representation Statement On behalf of the Ministry of Sustainable Development, I present the Annual Report on Plans and Priorities (RPP) for 2016.

The document provides an accurate representation of the Ministry's plans and priorities for the use of the resources with which it will be provided in 2016 and further into the medium term.
The various programmes in the Ministry were engaged in an exercise of strategic planning and collaboration in an effort to arrive at the plans and priorities outlined in this document.

It is my view that the document will serve as a very important planning instrument and working guide for the operation of the Ministry in 2016 and beyond.

This manual will assist in providing strategic direction to the Ministry in 2016 and in the final analysis will be used to judge the Ministry's performance.
Ms Beverly Harris Permanent Secretary 4 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement To provide information and advice which would enable Government and the private sector to formulate policies and successfully execute the plans for the sustainable social, physical and economic development of the country.
5 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions Government's policy direction for the Ministry is: (1) To create a sustainable social, economic and physical environment.

(2) To foster a competitive, vibrant environment that expands to include both local and foreign investors, while promoting productivity and economic growth.
(3) To restructure and transform the economy so that it is driven mainly by tourism, agriculture, information technology, manufacturing and financial services.

2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives The 2016 Annual Objectives for the Ministry are: (1) To support implementation of policies targeted at stimulating positive growth in real Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
(2) To monitor the macro economic environment to ensure stability (3) To work effectively with others to ensure timely implementation of Government policies.

(4) To effectively manage Crown Lands.

(5) To improve Aid Coordination.

(6) To enhance the management of the physical environment.

(7) To provide timely and relevant statistics.

2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year The Safety and Security construction component was behind schedule.
2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives (1) Monitor Implementation of the National Poverty Reduction Strategy (2) Implementation of Safety and Security 10th EDF Project (3) Update the Statistical Business Register (4) Coordinate donor activities in St. Kitts and Nevis (5) Support Line Ministries in the execution of capital projects (6) Coordinate the Public Sector Investment Programme, while ensuring it is in keeping with national priorities.
(7) Review development proposals (8) Implement training and build capacity in policy formulation, project development and monitoring and evaluation (9) Develop an effective system of Monitoring and Evaluation (10) Process land application for housing, commercial and industrial use.

(11) Development of Quality GDP statistics (12) Operationalize Land Management Application System 6 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives (1) Sourcing skilled personnel.
(2) Restricted access to financial resources to implement programs.

2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon Resources will be used to meet the Long-Term Strategic Objectives of the Ministry of Sustainable Development.

2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures The results of 2015 have implications for 2016 from a number of areas.
For example, as efforts continue to stimulate growth in the economy the Special Land Distribution Initiative would require substantial investment in infrastructure to fully complete the programme while resources would be required for infrastructure in areas designated for commercial development to facilitate the establishment of business ventures.
7 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects The major Capital Projects that the Ministry of Sustainable Development will continue to implement and monitor are: 1.

The Special Land Distribution Initiative Project 2.

The Land Cadastre Project 3.

Land Management Unit 4.

Commercial Infrastructure Development Project 5.

Urban Revitalization Project 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 1.

The National Museum Restoration Project 2.


Labor Force Information/Multi Dimensional Poverty Indicator Survey 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects In 2015 the Ministry of Sustainable Development completed infrastructural development in three commercial areas.

2.4 Transfer Payment Information The Ministry of Sustainable Development contributes to the following Local, Regional and International Organizations: 1.

United Nations Development Programme Government Local Office Cost (UNDP-GLOC) 2.
United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) 3.

Commonwealth Fund for Technical Cooperation (CFTC) 4.

Global Environmental Facility (GEF) 5.


St. Christopher National Trust 8 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.16 - M anage Sustainable Developm ent Responsibility Centre 16 - M inistry of Sustainable Developm ent Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To provide the necessary policy advice, technical expertise, information, physical planning and distribution of land resources to provide for economic growth and improved standard of living for St.Kitts and Nevis.
Objective (s ) for 2016 1.To efficiently manage Crown Lands 2.To efficiently process Alien Land Holding Licences Expected Results 150 30 days 30 Perform ance Indicators Number of acres of Crown Lands distributed Turn around time between qualified requests and allocation of lands Number of Licences processed Financial Sum m ary Program m e Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 16171- Provide general administration services for Central Planning 16172- Develop and maintain strategic development plans 16173- Manage Physical Planning 16174- Collect, compile and dessiminate statistics 16176- Register and Manage Land Stock Total Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.16 - Manage Sustainable Development 16171- Provide general administration services for Central Planning 16 - Ministry of Sustainable Development 171 Permanent Secretary's Office Officer in Charge Senior Administrative Officer Goals/Global Objectives To provide efficient and effective administrative and management support as well as related policy guidance to the Ministry.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To develop and Implement Annual Action Programme Sub-Programme : Expected Results 60 days Performance Indicators Average turn around time for developing Annual Action Programme 01255 Provide Administration for Central Planning 01256 Develop and Analyse Policy 16171- Invest in Sustainable Development 16171- Manage Telecommunication Service 03364 Support St. Christopher National Trust 01257 - Contributions to Regional and International Institutions Participation in Regional and International Organizations Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 864 1,614 199 1,042 4,026 212 1,068 4,026 212 1,079 4,026 212 1,091 4,026 212 Total 2,677 5,279 5,305 5,316 5,328 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 10 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.16 - Manage Sustainable Development 16172- Develop and maintain strategic development plans 16 - Ministry of Sustainable Development 172 Economic Affairs and Public Sector Investment Program Department Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To provide strategic guidance for the economic development of the Federation Objective(s) for 2016 1.To publish Annual NAS Report 2.To report on the progress of the implementation of the medium term strategy and the PSIP 3.To undertake Capital Project Prioritization and Compile the Capital Budget Sub-Programme : Expected Results August 31, 2016 4 4 September 2016 Performance Indicators Date the Annual NAS Report is published Number of quarterly PSIP reports produced Number of quarterly Economic reports produced Undertake Capital Project Prioritization and Compile the Capital Budget 01384 Provide administrative support for strategic planning 01261 Develop and maintain strategic plans and analysis 01265 Provide guidance, monitoring, evaluation and reporting on the PSIP 16172-Invest in Economic Affairs and PSIP Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 571 857 899 916 934 Total 571 857 899 916 934 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 11 Portfolio Programme E.16 - Manage Sustainable Development 16173- Manage Physical Planning Responsibility Centre 16 - Ministry of Sustainable Development 173 Physical Planning Department Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To provide a framework to support the implementation of policies, programmes and measures to control and regulate the development of land and buildings as well as raising public awareness, standard setting, advocacy and resource mobilization, thereby contributing to poverty reduction.
Expected Results 3 weeks Performance Indicators Time taken to process an application Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 1,047 1,256 50 1,433 1,141 1,455 1,141 1,478 1,141 Objective(s) for 2016 1.To reduce the processing time for building application Sub-Programme : 16173- Manage Physical Planning 01309 Forward Planning 01310 Control Development Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending Total 1,047 1,306 2,574 2,596 2,619 12 Portfolio Programme E.16 - Manage Sustainable Development 16174- Collect, compile and dessiminate statistics Responsibility Centre 16 - Ministry of Sustainable Development 174 Statistics Department Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To make available statistical information for planning and policy making Objective(s) for 2016 1.To develop Country Poverty Assessment National Implementation Plan 2.To host Social Statistics and Economic Statistic Seminars 3.To improve National Accounts Practices: Implement revised survey forms, updated survey procedures, and adopt new international methodologies and regional best practices 4.To improve estimates of visitor expenditure through the conduct of Visitor Expenditure Surveys 5.To produce Labour Force Statistics/ Multi-Dimensional Poverty Indicators Statistics 6.To upgrade data dissemination strategy: Dev-info and CSO website 7.To upgrade of Tourism Statistics by implementing new version of CTO Mist programme Sub-Programme : Expected Results December 2016 October to December 2016 July 2016 February and October 2016 June 2016 October to December 2016 September 2016; December 2016 June 2016 Performance Indicators Date final report and action plan is submitted Date the seminars are hosted Date National Accounts Statistics are made available Date surveys are conducted; Final results are expected with three months of field activities Date Labour Market Statistics are made
 available Period for data collection for Labour Force Survey/ Multi-Dimensional Poverty Indicators Date of launch of initiative Date new version of CTO Mist programme is adopted 01267 Provide administrative support for statistics 16174 Produce statistical reports 16174 - Invest in Statistics 13 Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 876 120 759 399 796 178 812 178 828 178 Total 996 1,158 974 990 1,006 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 14 Portfolio Programme E.16 - Manage Sustainable Development 16176- Register and Manage Land Stock Responsibility Centre 16 - Ministry of Sustainable Development 176 Lands and Survey Department Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To facilitate equitable distribution and management of lands Expected Results Feb 2016 2 3 Performance Indicators Date Electronic Data Base is implemented Number of persons trained to manipulate data Number of additional areas mapped February, 2016 September 2016 Date by which field equipment will be purchased Date by which office equipment will be purchased Objective(s) for 2016 1.To Introduce Land Application Management System 2.To build the capacity of the department to manage and manipulate land information 3.To build a reliable spatial data infrastructure of St. Kitts 4.To renovate office and up-grade office equipment Sub-Programme : 01284 Administer Lands 01285 Provide Surveying Services 08085- Invest in Lands Management Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 744 510 756 4,816 787 3,150 799 3,150 811 3,150 Total 1,253 5,573 3,937 3,949 3,961 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 15 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 16 MINISTRY OF
 SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Project No.
PROJECT NAME 16171 ADMINISTRATION 0808528 Special Land Distribution Initiative 0808529 Land Management Unit 1617110 The National Museum Restoration Project 16173 PHYSICAL PLANNING Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ 10,000,000 3,000,000 2,700,000 - 995,000 250,000 Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding Development Aid $ Total $ - 775,515 3,000,000 REVENUE 775,515 REVENUE (FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORAGANIZATION (FAO) / UNDP) - 250,000 REVENUE - 400,000 REVENUE 740,750 740,750 GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT FUND (GEF) 35,000 115,000 REVENUE - - 30,000 REVENUE 33,000 REVENUE 900,000 - - 900,000 REVENUE / LOAN / DEVELOPMENT AID 2,000,000 REVENUE 250,000 REVENUE $ - - - - - - - - - - - 0808523 Urban Revitalization Project 1617301 Conserving Biodiversity and Reducing Habitat Degradation Project 500,000 400,000 9,103,401 - 16174 0808512 0808514 1617412 16176 STATISTICS Labour Force Information-Multidimensional Poverty Indicator Survey Tourism Statistics Update Project Upgrade of Statistical Framework and Technological Infrastructure 290,262 80,000 495,192 30,000 237,696 33,000 LANDS AND SURVEY 0808527 1011710 1617611 Land Cadastre Project Commercial Infrastructure Development Project Lands and Surveys Improvement Project - 20,000,000 20,000,000 2,000,000 676,917 250,000 TOTAL c/f 64,998,468 6,043,000 0 2,451,265 8,494,265 16 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 16 MINISTRY OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ TOTAL c/f 64,998,468 6,043,000 Adult Literacy Survey Population and Housing Census 2011 Institutional Strengthening for Social and Economic System Upgrade OECS Protected Areas and Associated Livelihoods ICT4EDC Poverty Reduction Strategy National Bio safety Framework Prep.

of the Sec.
SKN Natl Comm.to the UNFCCC Terminal Phase-Out Management Project 800,000 1,500,000 20,000,000 166,200 945,000 9,807,600 162,000 497,880 1,093,500 757,188 Sustainable Land Management Project 2,721,600 Biodiversity Project Ozone Depleting Substances Project Land Registry Development Project Population and Housing Census National Capacity Self Assessment Project SKN Climate Change Enabling Activity Upgrading of Planning Unit OECS Telecommunications Reform Emergency Recovery & Disaster Mngt Project Emergency Recovery Project Country Poverty Assessment 291,418 124,489 110,000 731,802 621,000 270,000 200,000 5,424,000 28,080,000 14,040,000 355,000 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Estimated Expenditure 2016 Source of Funding Development Aid $ Total $ 0 2,451,265 8,494,265 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / EUROPEAN UNION REVENUE DEVELOPMENT AID REVENUE / EUROPEAN UNION REVENUE / CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (Grant) GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT FUND (GEF) GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT FUND (GEF) DEVELOPMENT AID REVENUE / GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT FUND (GEF) / FOUNDATION AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION (FAO) DEV.AID GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT FUND (GEF) REVENUE REVENUE GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT FUND (GEF) GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT FUND (GEF) REVENUE REVENUE REVENUE / WORLD BANK (WB) / REPUBLIC OF CHINATAIWAN (ROC) REVENUE $ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - TOTAL 155,861,707 6,043,000 0 2,451,265 8,494,265 17 17 - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Aviation Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 17 - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Aviation Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 3 4 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 8 8 8 8 8 9 11 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message Since assuming the role of Minister of Foreign Affairs and Civil Aviation of the Federal Cabinet soon after the General Elections of February 2015, I have been following a more than usual busy schedule.
Having as a priority at the outset to align the Ministry's goals and objectives to that of the new Administration, while remaining steadfast to the mandate of the Ministry which, despite political evolutions, remains constant: formulating and advising on foreign policy.

A great deal of time has been expended implementing a number of essential changes to provide the Ministry with the best available resources, including personnel, to conduct its business efficiently and effectively.
In addition to interacting with the Ministry's staff and our diplomatic representatives overseas, I have also engaged the resident diplomatic and consular corps to ascertain how we can further collaborate for optimal benefit of the Nation and the countries they represent.

This engagement saw one of our major partners delivering a new fleet of vehicles to the Ministry to bolster the level and quality of courtesies we are able to extend to dignitaries visiting the State.
While it is important to give audience to resident emissaries, it is equally imperative that the Government increases its global and regional footprint and seek out non-traditional third countries and entities which can assist us in advancing the domestic agenda.
The Ministry intends to build on the contacts made in 2015, and to establish consulates headed by Honorary Consuls whose primary responsibility is to safeguard and advance the commercial, economic, cultural and scientific interests of St Kitts and Nevis throughout the world.
This mode of representation has been proven over time to be a viable and practical means of serving the Diaspora and it is the Ministry's intent to increase its corps of honorary consuls - individuals, who with their own wherewithal, and at no cost to the Government, can apply their expertise, resources and contacts to the Federation's advantage.

Establishing and maximizing diplomatic relations with as many Member States of the United Nations as possible is our end goal.
Over the course of 2016, the Ministry will invite countries of every Continent to form deeper bonds of friendship to promote mutual understanding and increase peace.

Friendships can diffuse tension, avert war and lead to fuller cooperation throughout our world.

Diplomatic Week 2016 is one of the Ministry's prime initiatives planned for the coming year.
This event which will bring together our overseas diplomats and representatives of other countries will offer an excellent opportunity to brainstorm about methods and mechanisms for pooling resources for deeper cooperation; to build platforms for ongoing dialogue and cooperation; and work together to combat global challenges and find solutions to fight terrorism, reduce crime and mitigate the effects of climate change.

Our overseas missions are encouraged to be proactive and to do more.
They are expected to be deliberate and aggressive in promoting our twin islands as a major tourist destination; our CBI Programme and to advertise investment opportunities available in St. Kitts and Nevis.

We consider the Diaspora to be an un-tapped resource in our nation's development.

Thus, throughout the course of the year, several outreach initiatives will be launched in some of our overseas locations to engage the Diaspora more effectively.
We shall invite them to visit their homeland or that of their parents and grandparents and to ascertain how and where they can contribute to nation-building.

1 Our priority continues to be engagement with the global North and particularly with our friends in the United States of America and Canada.

With Canada in particular, we will redouble efforts to ensure that our visa waiver status is re-instated and that our citizens can once again enjoy visa- free travel to that country.
Through the good offices of our High Commission which was recently opened in Ottawa, as well as through high level exchanges, we are committed to overcoming the present challenges.

During the year, coupled with efforts to deepen relations with major players on the world stage, will be increased attention on Latin America and Africa to strengthen south-south cooperation in pursuit of our own socio-economic development.
We shall continue to pursue greater strategic affiliations which are empathetic to our vulnerabilities as a Small Island Developing State, and we are appreciative of our limitations and are responsive to our interests.

In follow-up to the United Nations High Level Session on the Post-2015 Sustainable Development Goals, we intend to collaborate with our regional and global partners to work toward achieving the future we seek.
As a responsible player in the community of nations, we pledge to continue to lend our efforts to the collaborative campaign to reduce global carbon emissions.

We believe that face to face encounters can dispel negative perceptions and contribute to greater sensitization on the issues that are of concern to us.
Thus, in the coming year, various advocacy missions will be organized to directly engage high level representatives of international organizations and institutions including the European Union and the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) as well as conduct bilateral talks with individual countries.
This is to ensure that our record of good governance and compliance with international tax and other standards could be widely recognized, supported and considered before sanctions are put in place, which are inimical to the interests of St. Kitts and Nevis.
During the first quarter of this year, in collaboration with the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), the Ministry, in my capacity as Chair of the Caribbean Development and Cooperation Committee (CDCC), whose aim is to promote development cooperation among Caribbean countries will be hosting the next session.
Regional delegates from approximately 27 member and associate member states will converge here to elaborate and find means of promoting and strengthening economic and social cooperation and integration among themselves.

The Civil Aviation division of the Ministry will receive no less attention.

It is vital to the survival of our mainstay, the Tourism industry, that we maintain and continuously enhance our safety and security standards at the Federation's airports.
We shall continue to monitor and regulate operations at these sites to ensure that we are in compliance with international requirements and fulfill our obligations to Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority (ECCCA), International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and others.

We hope to welcome and are prepared to facilitate airlines entering into code sharing arrangements, seeking entry into the Federation, and that are willing to comply with our procedures, policies and standards.
The Ministry is also slated to host the ICAO Regional Working Group during the first half of next year.

This conference will endeavour to exchange best practices for meeting our obligations under this global aviation instrument.

However, critical to the achievement of our goals, is a strong and competent staff.
We are intent, therefore on exploring opportunities for capacity building, rotating staff at the various Embassies and Missions abroad that will afford all the experience of working at capital and at an overseas mission.

We are grateful for the financial resources which have been allocated to the Ministry of Foreign 2 Affairs and Civil Aviation for 2016.

We shall make full use of it for the benefit of the citizenry of St. Kitts and Nevis.

Hon.
Hon.

Mark Brantley Minister of Foreign Affairs and Civil Aviation 1.2 Executive Summary Increasingly, the media is saturated with reports of events – political and natural - all over the world – inter alia terrorist attacks and school shootings, crumbling economies, invasions, refugee crises, natural disasters.

These issues too, consume the halls of regional and international fora.
This begs the question, how can small states like St Kitts and Nevis attract attention to its domestic concerns in the global sphere in the face of so many other seemingly more important happening?

How can St Kitts and Nevis while fulfilling its role as a valuable player on the world stage can still focus on its national objectives?
Foreign Affairs, through its emissaries, scattered across the globe, together with its robust foreign policy can play a leading role in bridging gaps between the outside world and domestic affairs.

We understand the need, despite our limitations - budgetary and human, to actively participate in international and regional conferences.
Though initially at a cost to Government, no monetary value can be placed on the repertoire of knowledge and expertise gained from our presence and voice at these fora where critical issues such as finance for development, climate change, sustainable development, energy, aid for trade, fighting crime and such like are being ventilated.
Our presence signals our keen interest in these topics and when we articulate them, it can lead to tangible and meaningful responses: technical assistance, recommendations for adoption of best practices, etc.
In view of the benefits to be derived from our attendance at meetings of the United Nations (UN), Organisation of American States (OAS), Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), Association of Caribbean States (ACS), the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).
We know how crucial it is that we form coalitions with states and other parties empathetic to our vulnerabilities and who in solidarity stand with us on key issues vital to our survival and prosperity.

The Ministry will be deliberate in developing and championing foreign policy initiatives and looks forward to the first half of 2016 when we shall host the first Diplomatic Week under the auspices of the new Foreign Minister.
This event, whose theme is "Forging New Partnerships and Strengthening Networks for a more Unified and Prosperous St. Kitts and Nevis", will bring together our own overseas representatives and those of third states resident in the Federation and the region.

We shall exchange ideas about how we can proactively promote the Federation and build relations for optimal advantage.

Indeed, we are all called to build a more unified nation.
In light of this, our aim is to continue to seek out members of the Diaspora in all jurisdictions and corners of the world.

We are conscious of the added value they can offer to the economic, political, cultural and scientific features of our development.

Our outreach will be strategic and pointed.

We desire that all citizens at every rank and stratum of society experience the benefits of our diplomatic and international relations.
We shall continue to lobby for scholarships and opportunities for higher education and professional development that can raise the standard of living and provide an upward movement out of poverty for a large number of families.

We endeavour that families whose residences are consistently affected by the ravages of tropical storms can experience the benefits of our friendly ties with countries who 3 can offer the wherewithal that will allow them protection from such disasters and even new places of abode.
The Ministry will focus on those collaborations that yield untold advantages for the masses.

The Ministry understands the workings of reciprocity, and although we may not be able to return in kind the support offered by some of our friends, we commit to supporting by vote and voice their interests in international arena.

As the world evolves, systems and policies are altered.

Thus, now considered a high income country, reduces our access to concessionary funding.
We are aware that we have to advocate for this unfair evaluation and ensure that a more comprehensive view which factors in our vulnerabilities be taken.

We need advocates - strong and weighty partners who, in fora where we have no representation, can be our voice.

In the area of aviation safety, the Ministry is no less fervent in ensuring that we continue to comply with international standards as outlined by the International Civil Aviation Authority (ICAO).
Port and airline safety continues to gain worldwide attention and it is important, especially as a tourist destination that we maintain and continue to improve on quality assurance in port security.

Possessing the savoir-faire to garner the support from such key collaborators and to be able articulate our interest, requires training in negotiation skills and other major areas critical to diplomacy.
The Ministry will take advantage of offers for capacity building to continue to develop and equip members of staff to effectively and efficiently fulfill our mandate and achieve our goals.

We shall continue to pursue protocol training so that our officers can enhance the quality of service they offer to our dignitaries to the State and be able to, in turn provide training to other entities in the Federation.
1.3 Management Representation Statement The Ministry presents the Annual Report on Plans and Priorities for 2016.

This represents a true projection of the Ministry's direction and outlook for this year.

Careful consideration has been given to the resources allocated and the necessary tools vital to the achievement of our goals.
I am most grateful for the funds apportioned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Civil Aviation and as Accounting Officer shall endeavor to be prudent in their use and decisive in applying to achieve the objectives as outlined for the year ahead.

Kaye Bass Permanent Secretary, Ag.


4 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement To formulate and implement the foreign policy of St. Kitts and Nevis and to promote as well as to protect and advance the strategic interests of the country abroad with emphasis on development.
5 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions The Government of St Kitts and Nevis has made significant strides in overcoming some of its fiscal challenges over the past years, including a reduction in its debt per GDP ratio by over 50 percentage points.

We have also experienced success in inter alia, education, and the energy, health and tourism sectors.
In light of these achievements, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has also reoriented its focus, aligning its foreign policy to promote our economic viability and to attract foreign business, investments, technology and tourists.

Additionally, we intend to be strategic in our diplomatic outreach to increase collaboration between state as well as non-official agencies in an effort to advance our national interests.
In support of the National Agenda, the Ministry purports its commitment to the following objectives: • Promote trade, investment and tourism through bilateral, regional and multilateral cooperation; • Pursue its role in mobilizing external resources in the form of capital and technical assistance; • Attract foreign direct investment in accordance with our policy of development diplomacy; • Strengthen relations with traditional partners as well as non-state actors; • Establish diplomatic ties with countries that are strategically and geographically positions with a view to expanding relations and pursuing national priorities; • Optimize the political, social and economic benefits to be derived from the geographical location of St Kitts and Nevis; • Take full advantage of our membership in regional and international bodies, while fulfilling our role as an active and contributing member; • Promote adherence to the principles of international law; • Create and maintain strong networks with the Diaspora through our overseas missions; • Forge closer political and economic cooperation with countries where many nationals reside; • Build strategic partnerships for enhanced cultural cooperation; • Address current global issues of concern to the Federation; • Enhance our sphere of representation in areas of strategic interest to the Federation; • Coordinate with the international community in promoting peace and security; • Strengthen and deepen the regional integration process as an area of regional commitment.
2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives The Annual Objectives for the portfolio include: 1.

Safeguard the welfare of citizens of the Federation overseas 2.

Promote the foreign policy of St Kitts and Nevis 3.

Continue to implement the negotiated agreements 4.

Increase the amount of financial and technical cooperation from bilateral arrangements 5.

Expand foreign relations with other countries 6.

Use the Diaspora to achieve foreign policy and foreign trade objectives 7.
Provide protocol services for diplomats and other guests of the Government 8.

Facilitate the hosting of events and meetings 9.

Initiate the follow up action of regional initiatives 10.

Initiate National Consultations on strategy, policy and legislation and submit findings to Cabinet 11.
Conduct a Biennial Diplomatic Week 6 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year The Ministry finalised its Foreign Policy Document and was able to have the Foreign Service Regulations approved during the past year.
2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives • Facilitating training and professional development of staff • Hosting of a Retreat of Honorary Consuls • Collaboration with the Federation's representatives overseas • Cooperation and dedication of staff members • Receipt of technical assistance from overseas countries and agencies • Hosting of meetings • Facilitating the participation of staff at meetings • Preparation of policy briefs/papers to assist in decision-making • Regular Staff Meetings • Partnering with other Ministries and agencies 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives • Limited financial and human resources • Inadequate communication • Delay in receipt of assistance due by third parties • Inability to attend important meetings not funded by organisers • Securing timely assistance for specific projects from donor countries and organizations • Tardy responses from Ministries regarding training opportunities and meetings • Tardy or non response from Ministries regarding matters of importance to the Federation • Differences between national objectives and priorities of donor countries and agencies 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon i.
Implementing the foreign policy objectives of the Federation ii.

Maintaining and enhancing bilateral and multilateral relations iii.

Safeguarding the welfare of citizens overseas iv.

Providing protocol services 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures The achieved results of the previous year have impacted the current year's planned expenditures to the extent that an increase will be required to achieve similar success to the previous year.
7 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 1.

Purchase of Vehicles - Embassies 2.

Establishment of SKN High Commission - Canada 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Aviation participates on behalf of the Government in the following regional and international organisations as a part of its mandate to represent the policies of the Federation.

1.

OECS 2.

CARICOM 3.


CARICOM/HAITI 4.

OAS 5.

FEMCIDI 6.

Commonwealth Secretariat 7.

OPCW 8.

UN Regular Budget 9.

UN Master Capital Plan 10.

UN Peacekeeping Int'l Tribunal 11.

ACP 12.

ACS 13. International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) As a part of its regional obligations, the Government shares the cost of Missions in Canada and the European Union.
8 Section 3: Ministry Summary Portfolio E.17 - Manage the Foreign Policy of the Federation and Manage Aviation Responsibility Centre 17 - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Aviation Officer in Charge Permanent Secretary Goals/Global Objectives To implement the foreign policy of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Objective(s) for 2016 1.To accede and ratify international conventions and conclude agreements that advance the national agenda 2.To build capacity 3.To establish diplomacy ties with countries that are strategically and geographically positioned with a view to expanding relations and pursuing national priorities 4.To promote the foreign policy of St. Kitts and Nevis 5.To promote the work of the Ministry locally 6.To provide protocol services 7.To safeguard the welfare of citizens of the Federation 8.To strengthen and deepen the regional intergration process as an area of regional commitment Performance Indicators Number of conventions ratified / agreements finalized Number of training sessions in critical areas to the Ministry Number of countries with which St. Kitts & Nevis has establish diplomatic relations Number of briefs prepared for meetings Number of speeches and statements written Number of meetings organized and hosted by the Ministry Number of Public Education programmes (lectures, media activity) held in relation to the Ministry's work Number of visiting dignitaries to the Federation facilitated Number of port courtesies arranged for Government officials on overseas visits Number of protocol services provided for Government-related activites Number of inquiries made on behalf of citizens about visa applications Number of visas requested on behalf of citizens Number of third party agencies intervened on behalf of citizens Number of appostilles on government- issued documents and other documents signed by relevant authorities in the Federation Number of meetings, workshops seminars and conferences held to facilitate the participation of citizens in OECS, ACS, CARICOM and CELAC Number of meetings organized by OECS, Expected Results 4 2 30 24 12 24 8 36 36 12 40 40 20 180 20 12 9 ACS, CARICOM and CELAC to be hosted in St. Kitts and Nevis Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estimated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 6,697 9,437 111 135 761 7,378 9,821 130 136 5,659 2,828 10,115 133 136 2,870 10,189 135 136 2,914 10,264 137 136 5,851 5,855 5,860 Programme 17071- Manage General Administration 17072- Represent the Federation Abroad 00399 Regulate and Monitor Civil Aviation 03760 International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Participation in Regional and International Organization Total 17,140 23,123 19,063 19,186 19,311 10 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.17 - Manage the Foreign Policy of the Federation and Manage Aviation 17071- Manage General Administration 17 - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Aviation Officer in Charge Executive Officer Goals/Global Objectives To implement the foreign policy and the foreign trade objectives of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis and to participate in and benefit from regional and international bodies and organizations through membership and contributions.
Sub-Programme : 01763 Provide protocol services 00545 Host diplomatic events and meetings 00543 Administer foreign affairs 00551 Participate in Regional and International Organisations 0707110 Refurbish Offices (Dev.
Aid) 17071-Invest in Foreign Affairs 17071- Manage Telecommuncation Service 0707110 Refurbish Offices (Revenue) Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 2,199 5,179 2,316 512 2,358 512 2,402 512 2,070 249 4,377 Total 6,697 7,378 2,828 2,870 2,914 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 11 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.17 - Manage the Foreign Policy of the Federation and Manage Aviation 17072- Represent the Federation Abroad 17 - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Aviation Officer in Charge Executive Officer Goals/Global Objectives To implement the foreign policy of St. Kitts and Nevis and safeguard the welfare of the Federation in host country or country to which accredited.
Sub-Programme : 00544 Represent the Federation abroad through the Washington Embassy 00547 Represent the Federation abroad through the Jamaica High Commission 00558 Represent the Federation abroad through the London High Commission 00785 Represent the Federation abroad through the New York Mission 00789 Represent the Federation abroad through the Dubai Consulate 00787 Represent the Federation abroad through the Toronto Consulate 02082 Represent the Federation abroad through the Taiwan Embassy 17072 Invest in Missions 02083 - Represent the Federation abroad through the Embassy in Cuba Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 8,210 8,583 8,743 8,806 8,869 1,227 1,238 1,372 1,383 1,395 Total 9,437 9,821 10,115 10,189 10,264 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 12 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.17 - Manage the Foreign Policy of the Federation and Manage Aviation 03760 International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) 17 - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Aviation 125-613 Civil Aviation Officer in Charge Civil Aviation Officer Goals/Global Objectives To participate in regional and international organizations in order to secure maximum benefit from such participation and negotiation Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 135 136 136 136 136 Total 135 136 136 136 136 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 13 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.17 - Manage the Foreign Policy of the Federation and Manage Aviation 00399 Regulate and Monitor Civil Aviation 17 - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Aviation 125-613 Civil Aviation Officer in Charge Civil Aviation Officer Goals/Global Objectives Ensure the safety and security of air transportation in St. Kitts and Nevis Objective(s) for
 2016 1.To improve safety of air travel in St. Kitts and Nevis Expected Results 4 Performance Indicators Number of safety programmes that have been implemented Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 111 130 133 135 137 Total 111 130 133 135 137 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 14 Portfolio Programme Responsibility Centre E.17 - Manage the Foreign Policy of the Federation and Manage Aviation Participation in Regional and International Organization 17 - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Aviation Officer in Charge Executive Officer Goals/Global Objectives To participate in and benefit from regional and international bodies and organizations through membership and contributions Sub-Programme : 04282 - Organization of the Eastern Caribbean State (OECS) 04283 - Caribbean Community (CARICOM) 04284 - Organization of American States (OAS) 04285 - FEMCIDI 04287 - United Nations Regular Budget 04288 - United Nations Master Capital Plan 04289 - International Tribunal 04290 - Commonwealth Secretariat 04291- Trade with African Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) 04292 - Association of Caribbean States (ACS) 04293 - United Nations Peacekeeping (UNP) CARICOM Observer Missions 04335 - Represent the Federation abroad thru the Ottawa Embassy Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 761 5,659 5,851 5,855 5,860 Total 761 5,659 5,851 5,855 5,860 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 15 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 17 MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND AVIATION Project No.
PROJECT NAME 17071 ADMINISTRATION Estimated Expenditure 2016 Estimated Total Cost $ Revenue Loans $ $ Development Aid $ Total $ Source of Funding 1707111 Purchase of Vehicles - Embassies 1707113 Establishment of SKN High Commission - Canada 310,000 190,000 930,769 322,115 Purchase of Property for SKN High Commission - Refurbishing of Ministry Offices Purchase of Vehicle - Ministry Conaree Industrial Park Purchase of Official Residence in Washington 4,400,000 120,000 52,000 3,541,000 3,500,000 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 190,000 REVENUE 322,115 REVENUE REVENUE REPUBLIC OF KOREA REVENUE REVENUE LOAN TOTAL 12,853,769 512,115 0 0 512,115 16 18 - Office of the Attorney General Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 18 - Office of the Attorney General Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 6 6 6 6 6 7 8 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message Section 64 of the Constitution provides that the Honourable Attorney General is the Principal Legal Advisor of the Government of Saint Christopher and Nevis.
As such the Attorney General's Chambers plays a pivotal role in the administration of justice and the maintenance of the rule of law in the Federation.

The duties and responsibilities that lie within the remit of the Chambers are many and therefore must be properly financed.
These functions are outlined in the Attorney General's Act and include: • ensuring that the administration of public affairs is in accordance with the Constitution and the law; • supervising all matters connected with the administration of justice; • being responsible for advising on the Legislative Acts and generally advise government on all matters of law referred to the Attorney General's Chambers; • advising the Government upon all matters of a legislative nature and superintending all Government measures of a legislative nature; • advising the heads of the Government Ministries and Agencies of Government upon all matters of law connected with such Ministries and Agencies; • conducting and regulating all litigation for and against the Crown or any Ministry or Agency of Government; • performing such other functions as may be assigned to him by the Governor General, acting in accordance with the advice of the Prime Minister.
The Office of the Attorney General remains cognizant of its role as gatekeeper in upholding the tenets of transparency, accountability and the rational application of the laws.

Having been thus strategically poised at the vanguard of the meaningful functioning of Government, the efficient running of the Chambers undoubtedly requires the necessary fiscal support.
Although on the face of it the budget is about dollars and cents, however, this actually translates into the wherewithal for meeting the multifaceted demands of Government in particular and the Nation as a whole.

The events of the 2015 Federal Election informs us that with respect to the work of the Electoral Office we have no time to rest in our efforts to bring honest, credible change to the national electoral processes.

The maturity of our democracy is the foundation of our progress.
We must therefore seize the moment offered to us to ensure positive, comprehensive and fair growth in this our great Nation.

The work of this positive transition has already begun with the participation of the new Supervisor of Elections, Mr. Elvin Bailey, in the International Centre for Parliamentary Studies course on Electoral Reform.

We have also returned the Electoral Offices in both St. Kitts and Nevis to functional capacity.

However, we must ensure that we do not repeat the mistakes of the past.
Hence, in 2016 we shall undertake a review and upgrade of all computer hardware and software at the electoral offices.

Additional training for workers at the electoral office as well as all stakeholders is essential to the development of a fair process.

By far the most important undertaking in 2016 will be the initiation of the Electoral Reform project.

In the 2015 poll, a clear mandate was given that we must effect a comprehensive, all embracing reform of how we choose our representatives.
To this end, 2016 will see the beginning of 1 consultation with respect to this open and honest look at good governance.

2016 will be an exciting year of challenges as we find positive ways to work for the people of St. Kitts and Nevis.

Hon.

Vincent F. Byron Attorney General 1.2 Executive Summary I am pleased to report on the Strategic Plan for the Chambers of the Attorney General.
This plan will focus on strengthening the work of the office as the Principal Legal Advisor of the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis.

Additionally, the office is cognizant of its expanded portfolio which includes the facilitation of the running of the Electoral Office.

The Ministry embraces the need for enhancing the efficiency of the staff within the chambers.
Hence, it is with this in mind that it intends to hold quarterly training retreats to ensure that there is personnel development needed to meet the challenges of the Twenty First Century.

Also, it is the aim to recruit more senior staff to the Ministry in order to better position the Government in conducting business both locally and regionally.

As mentioned the responsibilities of the Office of the Attorney General has also been expanded to include the facilitation of the work of the Electoral Office.
Already in the short stint we have seen the participation of key electoral officials in courses regarding Electoral Reform.

The initiation of the process of electoral reform is a high priority for both the Ministry and the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis.

As we move into the coming year we are mindful of the constraints placed upon us by the reality of cultural attitudes, economic prudence and the ever shifting social norms.
It is the goal of the Office of the Attorney General to embrace its role in representing the Government and People of our Federation in a fair, just and impartial manner so as to ensure long-term growth and peace in our society.

1.3 Management Representation Statement I submit for tabling in Parliament, a Report on Plans and Priorities for the Office of the Attorney General 2016.
To the best of my knowledge the information accurately portrays the Ministry's mandate, priorities and planned results for the upcoming year.

It is based on accurate departmental information and acceptable management systems.

Stanley Knight -------------------------- Permanent Secretary (Ag.)
2 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement To provide legal advice and services to and on behalf of the Crown and to conduct and regulate all litigation for and against the Crown or any Ministry or Agency of Government.

3 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions The Office of the Attorney General embraces its role as the legal representative of and on behalf of the Crown in all matters.
The office also embraces the role of facilitation of the work of the Electoral Office which is guided by the Electoral Commission.

2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives The focus of the Ministry's annual objectives is increased efficiency and capacity building within the Ministry.

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Decreased response time between requests and responses in relation to matters submitted to the Attorney General's Chambers.

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Making information more readily available so as to ease the complication of filing legal documents.

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Provide continuous training for the staff at the electoral office to ensure quality customer service.

2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 1.

Institute a hybrid digital document management system for the Attorney General's Office.

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Prioritization of Electoral Reform.

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Continuous professional development for Crown Counsels 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 1.

Improved access to resource materials for Crown Counsels 2.

Use of Enterprise emails and document sharing facilities 3.

Addition of Senior Crown Counsels to Staff 4.

Upgrade of the hardware at the Electoral Office 5.
Electoral Reform 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives • Inadequate space in which to operate • Availability of suitably qualified staff • Need for continuous training of staff 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon • Relocation of Attorney General's Chambers 4 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures There was no impact of the previous year's achieved results on the current year's planned expenditure.
5 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects • Electoral Reform 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important There were no government projects in this portfolio.

2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects There were no government projects in this portfolio.
2.4 Transfer Payment Information 6 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E.18 Attorney General Responsibility Centre 18 - Office of the Attorney General Officer in Charge Attorney General Goals/Global Objectives Represent the Government Financial Sum m ary Program m e Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 - Provide Electoral Services Manage General Administration/Represent the Government 729 19,272 2,202 9,773 1,331 10,794 1,339 10,827 1,346 10,860 Total 20,002 11,975 12,125 12,165 12,206 7 Section 4: Program Summary Portfolio Programme E.18 Attorney General - Provide Electoral Services Responsibility Centre 18 - Office of the Attorney General 041-092 Electoral Office Officer in Charge Manager Goals/Global Objectives To manage the electoral process in a fair and consistent manner in keeping with the Constitution of the Federation Expected Results 12 per polling division Performance Indicators Number of amendments to the voter's list published Objective(s) for 2016 1.To produce monthly amendments to voters list Sub-Programme : 00806 Manage the Election Process 03509 Manage the Nevis Election Process 05041- Invest in Election process Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 680 49 602 1,600 831 500 839 500 846 500 Total 729 2,202 1,331 1,339 1,346 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 8 Portfolio Programme E.18 Attorney General Manage General Administration/Represent the Government Responsibility Centre 18 - Office of the Attorney General Officer in Charge Attorney General Goals/Global Objectives To advise and represent the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis and serve the people of the Federation within the confines of and by the authority of the Laws of St. Kitts and Nevis and the Constitution and protect the fundamental rights and freedom of all citizens Sub-Programme : 01234 Represent the Government 18032-Invest in Office of the Attorney General Financial Summary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estimated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 19,272 9,523 250 10,794 10,827 10,860 Total 19,272 9,773 10,794 10,827 10,860 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 9 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 18 OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL Project No.
PROJECT NAME Estimated Total Cost $ 18041 ELECTORAL OFFICE 1804122 Electoral Reform 1,500,000 500,000 - Estimated Expenditure 2016 Revenue Loans Development Aid $ $ Source of Funding Total $ 500,000 REVENUE $ - Relocation of Attorney General's Chambers 250,000 - - - REVENUE TOTAL 1,750,000 500,000 0 0 500,000 10 19 - Ministry of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs Report on Plans and Priorities for the Year 2016 Volume 2 January 2016 19 - Ministry of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs Table of Contents Page Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message 1.2 Executive Summary 1.3 Management Representation Statement Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives 2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year 2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives 2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon 2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information Section 3: Ministry Summary Section 4: Program Summary 1 1 1 2 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 8 9 Section 1: Minister's Message and Executive Summary 1.1 Minister's Message It is indeed a distinct honour and privilege to present the Strategic Outlook for the Ministry of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs.
Recent national, regional and international occurrences, including flagrant attacks on moral and ethical standards and principles mandate an urgent but tactical response.

This Ministry is strategically positioned to respond to such threats and at the same instance advance the Government's aspiration to place equality, human dignity and human rights at the core of our democracy.

Consequently the requisite policies and programmes have been designed.
Efforts have commenced to foster greater collaboration between the two administrations targeting synchronization of the affairs of the Federation.

Uniting the business of the twin islands can only foster development and stability.

Likewise, the necessary framework is being established to forge closer working relationships with the various religious organisations to achieve more harmonious communities in St. Kitts and Nevis.
The economic, social, cultural, educational and other benefits of partnering with such entities will certainly be advanced.

Labour issues are at the centre of our lives and our prosperity as a country.

These matters have an effect on how we support our families and impact the success of our businesses.

There are a number of planned initiatives at both the macro and micro levels that form part and parcel of the tactical response in an effort to achieve the desired level of capacity-building.
We envision improved labour market institutions and programmes as well as effective social dialogue for the new fiscal year.

The initiatives envisaged for Fiscal Year 2016 have also been extended to the Social Security Board.

Mechanism to assist in filling gaps for the protection of workers who have divided their careers across national boundaries must be adequate.

Particular attention will be paid on reform proposals in order to continue to provide for the material needs of individuals and families.
We are confident that our plans and programmes for the Ministry of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs will only redound to an improved quality of life and standard of living for our people.

Hon.

Vance W. Amory Minister of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs 1.2 Executive Summary The importance of the establishment of the Ministry of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs cannot be overemphasised.
During the new fiscal year, the Ministry's programmes will be directed to addressing national, regional and international events that are perceived to undermine our moral and ethical standards and principles.

This Ministry's strategic response to such threats will include inter alia the following activities: 1 (i) The Nevis Affairs Department will assist in facilitating a unified approach in the governance and business of the Federation.
Efforts will be geared particularly, towards the harmonisation of political, economic, social, cultural, environmental and other policies, programmes and practices of both administrations.

(ii) Partnerships with the various religious bodies in an effort to promote social integration will be the main thrust for the Ecclesiastical Affairs Unit.
The initiatives which commenced in 2015 will be continued; dialogue on national issues will be increased and joint ventures aimed at national development will be encouraged.

(iii) The Department of Labour will continue to position itself as the vanguard to foster harmonious labour relations through the promotion of sound employment practices and resolution of labour disputes.
Resources will be strategically utilised to provide a range of employment services to embrace the changes and needs in the labour market.

Occupational health and safety management which will be approached in a holistic manner will commence with the promotion of a "Health and Safety Culture" for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis.

The existing social partnership mechanism will be strengthened through consultation and participation of workers and employers in labour administration and inspection systems.
(iv) It is envisioned that the existing safety nets will be continued to ensure that individuals do not fall below a certain poverty level.

Programmes will be revisited to ensure that protection is directed to those areas most deserving; therefore closer collaboration with the relevant stakeholders will be pursued.
1.3 Management Representation Statement It is an honour to present the Plans and Priorities for 2016 on behalf of the Ministry of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs.

In my estimation, this presentation reflects an accurate account of the objectives to be achieved as well as the strategies required to realise the Ministry's goals.

The report has been prepared having regard to existing departmental information and acceptable management systems.
It is the opinion that this document will serve as an important planning tool and a working guide for the operations of the various departments for 2016 and beyond.
Permanent Secretary Minister of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs 2 Section 2: Ministry Overview 2.1 Mission Statement To contribute to the socio-economic development of our nation by fostering harmonious communities, promoting healthy and safe workplaces, and enhancing social protection through the formulation and development of policies and programmes at the macro and micro levels.
3 2.2 Planning Overview 2.2.1 Ministry's Strategic Objective vs Government's Directions The Ministry of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs intends to play a significant role in reducing inequality, unemployment and poverty in the Federation through a set of policies and programmes that will be further developed in consultation with the relevant stakeholders.
The plans that will be implemented in an effort to align the Ministry's strategic objectives with the Government's vision include, inter alia: i) Building capacity in an effort to promote sound and efficient economic and social policies; ii) Equipping the Ministry with a full complement of suitably qualified staff through specific training initiatives; iii) Initiation of policy and legislative changes to promote efficiency and effectiveness and to advance the vision of the Ministry; iv) Increased social dialogue with various Ministry stakeholders; v) Conducting educational and awareness sessions with the general public regarding the mandate of the Ministry; vi) Enhancing the labour administration mechanism so that a peaceful, harmonious and productive work environment is maintained; vii) Reconfiguration of the Labour Management System (LMS) and Labour Market Information System (LMIS); viii) Implementation of effective inspection and enforcement mechanisms to ensure the highest standards of occupational safety and health at the workplace; ix) Reform of social protection programmes, focussing on long term sustainability 2.2.2 Ministry's Annual Objectives vs Strategic Objectives The following are the strategic objectives aimed at achieving the Ministry's annual objectives: i) Developing and strengthening of the human, scientific, technological, organisational, and institutional resource capabilities in order to achieve overall capacity building; ii) Training of the human resources to build capacity in the Ministry; iii) Reviewing and upgrading policies and legislation to ensure compliance with regional and international standards; iv) Engaging in meaningful discussions with the various social partners; v) Embarking on a rapid public awareness campaign on the efforts of the Ministry; 4 vi) Reviewing and managing the severance and long service gratuity schemes; vii) Providing a one stop shop for timely information regarding the labour market; viii) Undertaking regular and thorough inspections of worksites, particularly those engaged in dangerous jobs; ix) Reviewing safety net initiatives to ensure full coverage of eligible persons.
2.2.3 Modifications to the Ministry's Strategic Directions During the Year There are no major modifications to report.
2.2.4 Main Activities Contributing to the Annual Objectives i) Formulating policies and programmes in support of the work of the Ministry; ii) Harmonising and enacting the appropriate legislation and regulations; iii) Implementing modernised inspection, monitoring and enforcement mechanism; iv) Providing Employment Services for various stakeholders; v) Educating the public on their rights, responsibilities and obligations; vi) Providing social and income protection; vii) Engaging civil society in meaningful discussion; viii) Encouraging national programmes aimed at improving economic efficiency and productivity; ix) Increasing activities aimed at promoting social dialogue.
2.2.5 Main Challenges to Achieve Annual Objectives The following factors may challenge the achievement of certain objectives: i) Limited resources allocated to the Ministry; ii) Changes in the market as a result of external factors; iii) Availability of specialised training opportunities for staff; iv) Delays in receipt of information regarding reciprocal agreements.
5 2.2.6 Achievement of the Strategic Objectives over a Multi-Year Time Horizon Achievement of the Ministry's strategic objective would necessitate ongoing investment of adequate human and other resources.

Although this may require allocation of funds from the Government's pool, the Ministry recognises the importance in sourcing technical and other assistance from our national, regional and international partners.
2.2.7 Impact of Previous Year's Results on the Current Year's Expenditures There is no direct impact of the previous year's achieved results on the current year's planned expenditure.
6 2.3 Capital Projects Information 2.3.1 Major Capital Projects - Capitalization of Unemplyment Benefits Fund - Capitalization of Long Service Gratuity and Severance Payment Fund 2.3.2 Other Projects Judged Important 2.3.3 Status Report on Major Government Projects 2.4 Transfer Payment Information - International Labour Organization - REAL 7 Section 3: M inistry Sum m ary Portfolio E. 19 - Enhance Labour and Industrial Relations Responsibility Centre 19 - M inistry of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs Officer in Charge Labour Commissioner Goals/Global Objectives To facilitate a unified approach in the governance and business of the Federation.
To encourage more harmonious communities.

To serve as a buffer against loss of income.

To foster and safeguard, without prejudice, amicable employment relationships between employers and employees; endeavouring to promote general welfare, social and industrial peace and harmony within the Federation.
Objective (s ) for 2016 1.To educate the public on the labour laws and the rights and obligations of employers and employees 2.To enhance social dialogue between the tri-partite constituents 3.To ensure that employers are compliant with the labour laws enacted and ILO conventions and standards adopted Expected Results 2 4 100 4 Perform ance Indicators Number of publications issued on the labour laws and labour practices Number of consultations held Number of inspections conducted for the year Number of non-compliant labour practices that are regularized within the located timeframe Financial Sum m ary Program m e 00780- Enhance Labour and Industrial Relations Invest in Labour Department Participation in Regional and International Organizations Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Planned Estim ated Projected Projected Actual 2014 2015 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2018 908 1,092 1,288 1,311 1,334 3,000 7,000 15 6,000 15 7,119 15 7,240 15 Total 3,908 8,107 7,303 8,445 8,589 8 Section 4: Program Sum m ary Portfolio Program m e E. 19 - Enhance Labour and Industrial Relations 00780- Enhance Labour and Industrial Relations Responsibility Centre 19 - Ministry of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs 061 Labour Departm ent Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To regulate and monitor the issues arising out of the relationship between employers and employees and enforcing the laws governing labour relations Objective(s) for 2016 1.
To ensure that employers are compliant with the labour laws enacted and ILO conventions and standards adopted 2.To educate the public on the labour laws and the rights and obligations of employers and employees 3.To enhance social dialogue between the tri-partite constituents Expected Results Perform ance Indicators 12 75% 10 Number of annual inspections Number of non-compliant labour practices regularized Number of public awareness initiatives 4 Number of consultations held Financial Sum m ary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estim ated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 908 1,092 1,288 1,311 1,334 Total 908 1,092 1,288 1,311 1,334 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 9 Portfolio Program m e E. 19 - Enhance Labour and Industrial Relations Invest in Labour Departm ent Responsibility Centre 19 - Ministry of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs 061 Labour Departm ent Officer in Charge Director Goals/Global Objectives To invest in Labour Department Sub-Program m e : 0606101 - Capitalization of Unemployment Benefits Fund - Dev.
Aid 0606102 - Capitalization of Long Service Gratuity and Severance Payment Fund - Revenue Financial Sum m ary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estim ated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 3,000 7,000 6,000 7,119 7,240 Total 3,000 7,000 6,000 7,119 7,240 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 10 Portfolio Program m e E. 19 - Enhance Labour and Industrial Relations Participation in Regional and International Organizations Responsibility Centre 19 - M inistry of Nevis Affairs, Labour, Social Security and Ecclesiastical Affairs Officer in Charge Labour Commissioner Goals/Global Objectives To participate in and benefit from regional and international bodies and organizations through membership and contributions Sub-Program m e : 04330 - International Labour Organization (ILO) 04334 - REAL - Labour Financial Sum m ary Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Actual 2014 Estim ated Planned Projected Projected 2015 2016 2017 2018 (in thousands) 15 15 15 15 Total 15 15 15 15 Recurrent Capital Transfer Budgetary Grant Principal Repayment Net Lending 11 ST. KITTS AND NEVIS ESTIMATES 2016 (CAPITAL PROJECTS) C. 19 LABOUR, SOCIAL SECURITY AND ECCLECIASTICAL AFFAIRS Project No.
19061 0606101 0606102 PROJECT NAME LABOUR DEPARTMENT Capitalisation of Unemployment Benefits Fund Capitalisation of Long Service Gratuity and Severance Payment Fund TOTAL Estimated Total Cost $ 6,000,000 $ - 3,000,000 2,000,000 Estimated Expenditure 2016 Revenue Loans Development Aid Total Source of Funding $ - - $ $ 4,000,000 4,000,000 SUGAR INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION FOUNDATION (SIDF) - 2,000,000 REVENUE 9,000,000 2,000,000 0 4,000,000 6,000,000 12 01 – GOVERNOR GENERAL 01 - GOVERNOR GENERAL E. 01001001 ADMINISTRATION 00744 REPRESENT THE QUEEN STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Governor General (C) Aide-de-Camp and Special Assistant to the Governor (C) Comptroller and Private Secretary (K28-K32) Personal Assistant (K28-K32) Financial Officer (K22-K27) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Total Staff 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 02 – PARLIAMENT 02 - PARLIAMENT E. 02011011 ADMINISTRATION 00963 PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT FOR THE LEGISLATURE STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Clerk to the National Assembly (C) Clerk (K10-K21) 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 2 2 03 – AUDIT OFFICE 03- Audit Office E. 03021041 00987 ADMINISTRATION MANAGE THE OPERATIONS OF E. 03022051 00991 AUDITS CONDUCT VALUE FOR MONEY AND AUDITS THE AUDIT OFFICE PROGRAMME AUDITS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Director of Audit (K45) Audit Assistant (K10-K21) Office Attendant (K1-K14) 1 1 1 1 1 1 Audit Manager (K33-K38/K39-K41) Senior Auditor (K28-K32) Auditor (K22-K27) Audit Assistant (K10-K21) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 3 3 Total Staff 4 4 E. 03022052 00990 AUDITS CONDUCT FINANCIAL AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Deputy Director of Audit (K42) Audit Manager (K33-K38/K39-K41) Senior Auditor (K28-K32) Auditor (K22-K27) Audit Assistant (K10-K21) 1 2 1 1 3 1 2 1 1 3 Total Staff 8 8 04 – MINISTRY OF JUSTICE, LEGAL AFFAIRS AND COMMUNICATIONS 04 - MINISTRY OF JUSTICE, LEGAL AFFAIRS AND COMMUNICATIONS E. 04031061 ADMINISTRATION 01205 MANAGE GENERAL ADMINISTRATION E. 04033081 01410 LEGAL AID CLINIC PROVIDE LEGAL ASSISTANCE TO PUBLIC STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015
 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Minister of Justice (C) Permanent Secretary (K45) Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Personal Assistant (K33-K38) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) 1 1 1 1 1 4 2 1 1 1 1 1 4 2 Director (K43) Counsel (K35-K42) Research Assistant (K28-K32) Messenger (K1-K14) 1 1 1 1 1 - 1 1 Total Staff 11 11 Total Staff 4 3 E. 04032071 03987 LEGAL SERVICES LAW COMMISSION E. 04034085 01242 OFFICE OF THE OMBUDSMAN PROTECT AND ENFORCE CITIZENS RIGHTS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Law Commissioner (K45) Legal Researcher (K33-K38) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Junior Clerk (K10-K21) Total Staff 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 1 4 Ombudsman (K45) 1 1 Total Staff 1 1 04 - MINISTRY OF JUSTICE, LEGAL AFFAIRS AND COMMUNICATIONS E. 04059221 REGISTRAR'S OFFICE 01257 REGISTER PROPERTY / E. 04059223 01582 REGISTRAR'S OFFICE REGISTER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OTHER LEGAL DOCUMENTS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Registrar of Land & Property (K43) Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Clerk/Binder (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 - 1 1 2 1 1 1 Registrar of Intellectual Property (K43) Assistant Registrar (K33-K41) Systems Administrator (K33-K38) Clerk (K10-K21) 1 1 1 1 1 1 - 1 Total Staff 8 7 Total Staff 4 3 E. 04059222 REGISTRAR'S OFFICE E. 04060231 MAGISTRATE'S DEPARTMENT 01247 ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT FOR 01370 THE HIGH COURT ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT TO MAGISTRATES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Registrar/Provost Marshall (K43) Assistant Registrar (K33-K41) Court Administrator (K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Court Stenographer (K22-K30) Senior Bailiff (K22-K27) IT Clerk (K10-K21)/(K22-K27) Bailiff (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 4 Senior Magistrate (K44) Magistrate (K43) Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Court Stenographer (K22-K30) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Senior Bailiff (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Bailiff (K10-K21)
 Clerk/Bailiff (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) 1 3 1 1 2 1 5 4 2 1 1 3 1 1 2 1 5 4 2 1 Total Staff 13 13 Total Staff 21 21 04 - MINISTRY OF JUSTICE, LEGAL AFFAIRS AND COMMUNICATIONS E. 04089381 00847 TECHNOLOGY DEPT.- ADMINISTRATION TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT AND TRAINING STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Director of Technology (K43) ICT Policy Advisor (K43) Coordinator - Development (K39-K41) Coordinator - Networks (K39-K41) Enterprise Architect (K33-K38) Networks Specialist (K33-K38) Systems Analyst (K33-K38) Server Administrator (K28-K32/K33-K38) Technical Specialist (K28-K32) Technician II (K22-K27/K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Technician I (K10-K21) Programmer (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 2 5 2 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 2 5 2 1 Total Staff 23 23 E. 04089382 00843 TECHNOLOGY DEPT.- TELE.
SERVICES MGMT.
UNIT ADMINISTER TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Systems Coordinator (K33-K38/K39-K41) Accounts Supervisor (K22-K27) Accounts Officer (K10-K21) Telephone Operators (K10-K21) 1 1 2 3 1 1 2 3 Total Staff 7 7 05 – OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER 05 - OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER E. 05041091 00818 ADMINISTRATION PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT E. 05041093 ADMINISTRATION 00828 REPRESENT THE FEDERATION IN NEVIS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Prime Minister (C) Cabinet Secretary (K47) General Counsel (K45) Permanent Secretary (K45) Director of People Empowerment (K43) Director of OPM (K33-K38/K39-K41) Senior Assistant Secretary (K33-K38/K39-K41) Press Secretary (K40) Research/Communications Officer (K33-K38) Project Officer (K33-K38) Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Personal Assistant (K33-K38) Personal Assistant (K28-K32) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) People Empowerment Officer (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) Office Attendant/Cleaner (K12 Total Staff 34 32 Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Total Staff 1 1 1 1 E. 05041095 ADMINISTRATION 01845 ADMIN.
SUPPORT TO REGIONAL INTEGRATION AND DIASPORA UNIT (RIDU) STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Head of RIDU (K45) Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Total Staff 1 1 2 4 1 1 2 4 E. 05041097 00833 ADMINISTRATION PRESERVE/ARCHIVE IMPORTANT RECORDS E. 05041098 ADMINISTRATION 03608 CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Director (K39-K41) Laboratory Technician (K19-K26) Archive Assistant (K10-K21)/(K22-K27) Repository Assistant (K7-K17) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 4 4 Permanent Secretary (K45) Director (K43) Legal Advisor (K43) Deputy Legal Advisor (K43) Operations Manager (K33-K38/K39-K41) IT Specialist (K33-K38) Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Secretary (K17-25) Junior Clerk (K10-K21) Office Attendant (K1-K14) 1 1 1 - 1 1 4 6 2 1 5 2 1 1 - 1 1 1 4 6 2 1 5 2 Total Staff 25 25 05 - OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER E. 05042101 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DEPT.
E. 05042102 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DEPT.
01361 MANAGE HUMAN RESOURCES 01366 SUPPORT THE SERVICES COMMISSIONS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Head of Civil Service (K47) Chief Personnel Officer (K45) Chief Personnel Officer Supernumerary Deputy Chief Personnel Officer (K43) Human Resource Manager (K33-K38/K39-K41) Administrative Officer (K33-K38/K39-K41) Assistant Human Resource Manager (K33-K38) Human Resource Assistant (K28-K32/K33-K38) Personnel Secretary (K28-K32) Human Resource Technician (K22-K27) Assistant Personnel Secretary (K10-K21/K22-K27) Human Resource Clerk (K10-K21) Repository Assistant (K7- K17) Office Attendant (K1-K14) 1 1 1 1 4 2 3 3 1 7 1 5 1 2 3 1 7 1 5 - 2 1 1 1 1 4 2 Secretary to PSC (K33-K38) Assistant to Secretary to PSC (K28-K32) Total Staff 1 1 2 1 1 2 3 E. 05087361 ST. KITTS INVESTMENT PROMOTION AGENCY 01050 FACILITATE INVESTMENT PROMOTION PROJECT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Multimedia Market & Research Officer (K33-K38) Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Junior Clerk (K10-K21) Office Attendant/Driver (K1-K17) 1 2 1 1 5 1 - 1 1 3 Total Staff 33 32 Total Staff 05 - OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER E. 05043111GOVERNMENT PRINTERY E. 05088371 INFORMATION DEPARTMENT 00824 PRINT GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS 01139 INFORM THE PUBLIC ON GOVERNMENT ACTIVITIES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Manager of Printery (K42) Administrative Officer (K33-K38) Cameraman (K10-K21/K22-K27/K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Composer (K10-K21) Junior Clerk (K10-K21) Binder (K10-K21) Senior Press Operator (K10-K21) Assistant Binder (K7-K17) Press Operator (K7-K17) 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 2 3 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 3 Total Staff 16 15 Director General of Information Services (K44) Director of Communications (K43) Senior Information Officer (K39-K41) Information Officer (K33-K38) Chief Production Officer (K33-K38) Technical Officer (K22-K27) Secretary (K10-K21)/(K22-K27) Cameraman (K10-K21/K22-K27/K28-K32) Assistant Information Officer (K10-K21) Assistant Technical Officer (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) 1 1 1 3 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 - 1 1 3 1 1 1 - 1 2 1 Total
 Staff 15 12 06 – MINISTRY OF NATIONAL SECURITY 06 - MINISTRY OF NATIONAL SECURITY E. 06051141 ADMINISTRATION E. 06053161 FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES 00703 PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 00748 PROVIDE FIRE AND PARAMEDIC SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Minister (C) Permanent Secretary (K45) Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Psychologist (K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Personal Assistant (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) 1 1 3 1 1 1 3 6 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 3 6 1 Chief Fire Officer (K44) Deputy Chief Fire Officer (K42) Divisional Fire Officer (K39) Fire Station Officer (K32-K34) Finance Officer (K28-K32) Fire Sub-Station Officer II (K30) Fire Sub-Station Officer I (K26-K28) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Fire Sub-Officer (K22-K25) Fire Officer (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) 1 1 1 2 1 3 4 1 12 85 1 1 1 1 2 1 3 4 1 12 74 1 Total Staff 18 18 Total Staff 112 101 E. 06051141 ADMINISTRATION 00775 PROVIDE IMMIGRATION SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Chief Immigration Officer (K44) Deputy Chief Immigration Officer (K41) Administrative Officer (K28-K32) Immigration Officer III (K28-K32) Immigration Officer II (K22-K27) Immigration Officer 1 (K10-K21) Total Staff 1 1 1 2 3 20 - - - - - 13 28 13 06 - MINISTRY OF NATIONAL SECURITY E. 06055181 PRISONS 00730 MANAGE AND SUPPORT PRISONS E. 06056191 NATIONAL EMERGENCY MGT.
AGENCY 00767 DISASTER MANAGEMENT SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Superintendent (K42) Assistant Superintendent (K35-K37) Chief Prison Officer (K29-K33) Matron (K28-K32) Principal Prison Officer (K26-K28) Senior Prison Officer (K22-K25) Prison Officer (K15-K21) Civilian Worker (K15) Clerk (K10-K21) 1 1 2 1 4 8 41 7 1 1 1 2 1 4 8 41 7 1 National Disaster Co-ordinator (K43) Deputy National Disaster Co-ordinator (K33-K41) Planning Officer (K33-K38) Public Relations Officer (K28-K32) Field Officer (K28-K32) District Co-ordinator (K28-K32) Technician (K22-K27) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Messenger (K1-K14) Total Staff 66 66 Total Staff 1 1 1 1 - 1 1 1 1 8 1 1 1 1 1 1 - 1 1 8 E. 06058211 NAT'L COUNCIL ON DRUG ABUSE & PREVENTION 00782 PROG.
TO PREVENT/REDUCE DRUG ABUSE STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Co-ordinator (K43) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Total Staff 1 1 2 1 1 2 06 - MINISTRY OF NATIONAL SECURITY E. 06044122 ANTI CRIME UNIT - POLICE E. 06044123 ANTI CRIME UNIT - DEFENCE FORCE 00707 PROVIDE POLICE SERV.
TO COMMUNITIES 00752 PROVIDE FOR DEFENCE OF THE FEDERATION STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Lieutenant Colonel (K44) Major (K42) Captain (K39-K41) Lieutenant (K34-K37) Warrant Officer Class I (K32-K34) Warrant Officer Class II (K31) Staff Sergeant (K30) Sergeant (K26-K28) Corporal (K22-K25) Lance Corporal (K18-K21) Private/Recruit (K10-K17) 1 1 2 4 1 1 2 4 7 7 74 1 1 2 4 1 1 2 4 7 7 74 Total Staff 104 104 Commissioner of Police (K44) Deputy Commissioner of Police (K42) Personnel Officer (K42) Assistant Commissioner (K41) Superintendent (K39) Communications Officer (K39) Force Finance Officer (K33-K38) Inspector (K32-K34) Station Sergeant (K30) Sergeant (K26-K28) Technician (K26-K28) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Corporal (K22-K25) Constable (K15-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) Telecom Operator (K10-K21) Special Constable (K10-K16) Total Staff 468 465 E. 06044123 ANTI CRIME UNIT - COAST GUARD 00754 ENFORCE LAWS/PROV.
EMERG.
SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Captain (K39-K41) Lieutenant (K34-K37) Warrant Officer Class II (K31) Staff Sergeant (K30) Sergeant (K26-K28) Corporal (K22-K25) Lance Corporal (K18-K21) Private/Recruit (K10-K17) 1 3 1 2 5 4 5 21 1 3 1 2 5 4 5 21 Total Staff 42 42 07 – MINISTRY OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE, INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE 07- MINISTRY OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE, INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE E. 07074281 01542 INTERNATIONAL TRADE MANAGE GENERAL ADMINISTRATION E. 07117511 01389 01391 CONSUMER AFFAIRS PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT RESPOND TO CONSUMER COMPLAINTS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Ambassador (K45) Director, Trade Research (K39-K41)/(K42) Senior Trade Policy Officer (K39-K41) Trade Policy Officer (K33-K38) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Attendant (K1-K14) Messenger (K1-K14) 1 1 1 3 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 2 1 1 01389 Director (K39-K41)/(K42) 01391 Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Attendant (K1-K14) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 11 11 Total Staff 4 4 E. 07074281 01315 INTERNATIONAL TRADE PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT E. 07117511 01399 CONSUMER AFFAIRS ENFORCE AND MONITOR PRICE CONTROLS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Minister (C) Permanent Secretary (K45) Administrative/Research Assistant (K33-K38) Executive/Administrative Officer (K28-K32)/(K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Project/Research Officer (K27-K32)/(K33-K38) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Communications Officer (K33-K38) Price Control Officer (K22-K27)/(K28-K32)/(K33-K38) Investigations Officer (K22-K27) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 Total Staff 8 8 Total Staff 5 5 07- MINISTRY OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE, INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE E. 07075293 01386 STANDARDS BUREAU AND MULTI-LAB TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ON STANDARDS E. 07075293 01355 STANDARDS BUREAU AND MULTI-LAB PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Chemist I (K39-K41) Chemist II (K33-K38) Microbiologist (K33-K38) Laboratory Technician (K10-K21)/(K22-K27) Laboratory
 Technician (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) 1 2 1 1 3 1 1 2 1 1 3 1 Director (K43) Science and Research Manager (K42) Standards Development Officer (K33-K38) 1 1 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 9 9 Total Staff 3 3 E. 07075294 01408 NATIONAL ENTREPRENEURAL DEVELOPMENT DIVISION (NEDD) MARKETING AND INVESTMENT SERVICES E. 07075293 01357 STANDARDS BUREAU AND MULTI-LAB LAB SERVICES/MONITOR HEALTH QUALITY STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Director, Industry and Commerce (K40) Business Development Officer (K33-K38) Marketing Support Officer (K33-K38) Project Development Officer (K33-K38) Project Officer (K22-K27)/(K28-K32)/(K33-K38) Clerk ( K10-K21) Total Staff 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 Laboratory Technician (K10-K21) 1 1 Total Staff 1 1 08 – MINISTRY OF FINANCE 08 - MINISTRY OF FINANCE E. 08081301 00865 ADMINISTRATION GENERAL ADMINISTRATION SERVICES E. 08081302 00918 FISCAL DIVISION FISCAL,POLICY, INVESTMENT AND DEBT MANAGEMENT DIVISION STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Financial Secretary (K47) Financial Secretary-Supernumary Deputy Financial Secretary (K45) Legal Advisor (K45) Financial Advisor (K45) Permanent Secretary (K45) Manager of Procurement (K42) Deputy Director General (K42) Business Analyst (K33-K38/K39-K41) Administrative Officer (K33-K38) Deputy Registrar (K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Administrative Assistant (K17-K25) Clerk (K10-K21) Office Attendant (K1-K14) Driver/Messenger (K1-K14) 1 - 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 5 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 - 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 5 1 1 Total Staff 23 23 Fiscal Affairs and Policy Unit Director (K43) Head - Fiscal Affairs and Policy (K42) Economist I/II (K33-K38/K39-K41) Financial Analyst (K33-38/K39-K41) Investment and Debt Management Unit Director (K43) Debt Advisor (K39-K41) Debt Analyst I/II (K33-K38/K39-K41) Investment Officer I/II (K33-K38/K39-K41) 1 1 2 2 1 1 5 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 5 2 Total Staff 15 15 E. 08081303 00946 BUDGET DIVISION PREPARE AND MONITOR THE STATE BUDGET E. 08081304 00880
 CENTRALISED PURCHASING UNIT PROCURE GOVERNMENT SUPPLIES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Director (K43) Senior Budget Analyst (K42) Budget Analyst I/II (K33-K38/K39-K41) Budget Analyst Assistant (K22-K27) Total Staff 1 1 5 1 8 1 1 4 - 6 Supervisor (K33-K38/K39-K41) Administrative Officer (K33-K38) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Technician (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Office Attendant/Driver (K8-K19) 1 1 1 1 5 3 1 1 1 1 5 3 Total Staff 12 12 08 - MINISTRY OF FINANCE E. 08082311 02043 ACCOUNTANT GENERAL- ADMIN.
FIN.

CONTROL AND FIN.
MANAGEMENT E. 08082312 01152 ACCOUNTANT GENERAL - FUNDS MANAGEMENT CASH MANAGEMENT UNIT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Accountant General (K45) Deputy Accountant General (K42) Assistant Accountant General (K41) Financial Analyst (K33-K38/K39-K41) Payroll Manager (K33-K38) Payroll Supervisor (K28-K32) Administrative Assistant (K22-K27) Administrative Officer (K10-K21) Payroll Officer I (K10-K21) Office Attendant (K1-K14) 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 12 11 Funds Manager (K39-K41) Cash Management Analyst (K33-K38)/(K39-K41) Funds Supervisor (K28-K32) Customer Service Officer/Cashier (K22-K27) Cash Management Officer II (K22-K27) Payment Officer I (K10-K21) Treasury Bills Management Unit Debt Analyst I (K33-K38) Debt Officer I (K28-K32) Electricity Management Unit Accounts Supervisor (K22-K27/K28-K32) Accounts Officer (K10-K21) 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 11 11 E. 08082313 ACCOUNTANT GENERAL-SYSTEMS MGMT.
01146 PROVIDE SYSTEMS SUPPORT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 E. 08082314 01147 ACCOUNTANT GENERAL- INTERNAL AUDIT PROVIDE INTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES Systems Manager (K39-K41) Systems Administrator (K28-K32/K33-K38/K39-K41) Network Administrator (K33-K38) Total Staff 1 3 1 5 1 3 1 5 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Senior Internal Auditor (K41) Internal Auditor II (K33-K38)/(K39-K41) Internal Auditor I (K28-K32) Internal Auditor Assistant (K10-K21) Total Staff 1 6 1 1 9 1 5 1 1 8 08 - MINISTRY OF FINANCE E. 08082316 01144 ACCOUNTANT GENERAL - ACCOUNTING ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING UNIT E. 08083321 INLAND REVENUE - ADMINISTRATION 03102 TAX REFORM - ADMINISTRATION STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Senior Accountant (K39-K41) Accountant (K33-K38)/(K39-K41) Assistant Accountant (K28-K32) Accounts Clerk II (K22-K27) Accounts Clerk I (K10-K21) Total Staff 1 2 1 1 2 7 1 2 1 1 2 7 Assistant Comptroller (K41) Senior Tax Inspector III (K40) Senior Tax Inspector II (K39) Senior Tax Inspector I (K33-K38) Tax Inspector (K28-K32) Junior Tax Officer (K10-K21) 1 1 5 5 3 3 1 1 5 5 3 3 TotaL Staff 18 18 E. 08083321 00996 00997 INLAND REVENUE - ADMINISTRATION PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT PROVIDE INFO.
AND TECH.
SUPPORT E. 08083322 INLAND REVENUE - ASSESSMENT AND AUDIT 00999 ASSESS TAX LIABILITY TAX DECLARATION 01001 AUDIT THE APPLICATION OF TAXES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 00996 Comptroller (K44) Deputy Comptroller (K42) Assistant Comptroller (K41) Tax Specialist (K33-K38/K39-K41) Senior Tax Inspector III (K40) Senior Tax Inspector II (K39) Senior Tax Inspector I (K33-K38) Tax Inspector (K28-K32) Senior Tax Officer (K22-K27) Junior Tax Officer (K10-K21) Office Attendant/Driver (K8-K19) 00999 Systems Manager (K42) Senior Tax Inspector III (K40) Senior Tax Inspector I (K33-K38) Tax Inspector (K28-K32) Senior Tax Officer (K22-K27) Junior Tax Officer (K10-K21 Total Staff 28 28 00999 Senior Tax Inspector II (K39) Senior Tax Inspector I (K33-K38) Senior Tax Officer (K22-K27) Junior Tax Officer (K10-K21) 01001 Assistant Comptroller (K41) Senior Tax Inspector III (K40) Senior Tax Inspector II (K39) Senior Tax Inspector I (K33-K38) 1 1 1 2 1 1 4 4 1 1 1 2 1 1 4 4 Total Staff 15 15 08 - MINISTRY OF FINANCE E. 08083323 00998 INLAND REVENUE - REVENUE ACCTS.
AND COLL.
TAXPAYER SERVICE INCLUDING REGISTRATION E. 08083324 01002 INLAND REVENUE - PROPERTY VALUATION PROVIDE PROPERTY VALUATION SERVICE STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Assistant Comptroller (K41) Senior Tax Inspector III (K40) Senior Tax Inspector II (K39) Senior Tax Inspector I (K33-K38) Tax Inspector (K28-K32) Senior Tax Officer (K22-K27) Total Staff 1 1 2 2 2 1 9 1 1 2 2 2 1 9 Chief Valuation Officer (K39-K41) Senior Tax Inspector I (K33-K38) Tax Inspector (K28-K32) Senior Tax Officer (K22-K27) Junior Tax Officer (K10-K21) 1 1 1 2 3 1 1 1 2 3 Total Staff 8 8 E. 08083323 01000 INLAND REVENUE - REVENUE ACCTS.
AND COLL.
COLLECT TAXES AND ENFORCE COLLECTION E. 08084331 01422 CUSTOMS - ADMINISTRATION ADMINISTER THE CUSTOMS FUNCTION STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Assistant Comptroller (K41) Senior Tax Inspector III (K40) Senior Tax Inspector II (K39) Senior Tax Inspector I (K33-K38) Tax Inspector (K28-K32) Senior Tax Officer (K22-K27) Junior Tax Officer (K10-K21) 1 1 2 1 3 4 7 1 1 2 1 3 4 7 Total Staff 19 19 Comptroller of Customs (K44) Deputy Comptroller (K42) Assistant Comptroller II (K41) Assistant Comptroller I (K36-K40) Accountant (K33-K38/K39-K41) Administrative Research Assistant (K33-K38/K39-K41) Financial Analyst (K39-K41) Financial Inspector (K33-K38/K39-K41) Senior Customs Officer IV (K33-K38) Customs Officer IV (K32-K35) Customs Officer III (K26-K30) Customs Officer I/II (K10-K17/K18-K25) Customs Assistant (K10-K21) 1 1 2 7 1 1 1 1 1 4 3 8 5 1 1 2 7 1 1 1 1 1 4 3 8 5 Total Staff 36 36 08 - MINISTRY OF FINANCE E. 08084332 01423 CUSTOMS - EXAM.
AND VALUATION DIVISION EXAMINE AND EVALUATE CARGO E. 08084334 01425 CUSTOMS - DECLARATION PROCESSING & COLL.

PROCESSING AND COLLECT.
SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Senior Customs Officer IV (K33-K38) Customs Officer IV (K32-K35) Customs Officer III (K26-K30) Customs Officer I/II (K10-K17/K18-K25) 1 5 5 12 1 5 5 12 Senior Customs Officer IV (K33-K38) Customs Officer IV (K32-K35) Customs Systems Technician (K22-K32) Customs Officer III (K26-K30) Customs Officer I/II (K10-K17/K18-K25) Total Staff 23 23 Total Staff 1 4 1 5 12 1 4 1 5 12 23 23 E. 08084333 01424 CUSTOMS - REGULATORY SERVICES DIV.
ENFORCE/MONITOR IMPLEMENT.

OF LAW E. 08090391 00874 FINANCIAL INTELLIGENCE UNIT - ADMIN.
COUNTER MEASURES - AML/TF STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Senior Customs Officer IV (K33-K38) Customs Officer IV (K32-K35) Customs Officer III (K26-K30) Customs Officer I/II (K10-K17/K18-K25) Customs Assistant (K10-K21) 1 4 4 12 8 1 4 4 12 8 Director (K44) Senior Intelligence Analyst (K39-K41) Intelligence Analyst (K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Messenger (K1-K14) Total Staff 29 29 Total Staff 1 1 4 1 1 8 1 1 3 1 1 7 09 – MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, GENDER AFFAIRS, AND SOCIAL SERVICES 09 - MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, GENDER AFFAIRS AND SOCIAL SERVICES E. 09101411 00285 ADMINISTRATION ADMINISTRATIVE AND POLICY SUPPORT E. 09102421 00322 SOCIAL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROVIDE SOCIAL SERVICES AND COMM.
SUPP.
STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Minister (C) Permanent Secretary (K45) Project Officer II (K39-K41) Director, Counseling Unit (K41-K43) Social Implementation Unit Officer (K33-K38) Administrative Assistant CLO (BNTF) (K33-K38) Counselor (K33-K38) Project Officer (K33-K38) Registry Operations Manager (K33-K38) Finance Officer (K28-K32) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Intake Officer (K22-K27) Junior Clerk (K10-K21) Office Attendant (K1-K14) 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 - 1 1 1 - 1 1 3 - 1 1 Director, Social & Community Development (K41-K43) Deputy Director (K33-K38/K39-K41) Community Affairs & Social Officer (K22-K27/K28-K32/K33-K38) Registry Operations Manager (K33-K38) MEND Officer II (K28-K32) Case Manager (K22-K27/K28-K32/K33-K38) Social Assistance Officer (K22-K27) Intake Officer (K22-K27) MEND Officer I (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) Home Care Officer (K10-K17) Office Attendant (K1-K14) 1 1 6 - 1 2 6 - 1 1 18 1 1 1 6 1 - 2 6 1 - 1 18 1 Total Staff 19 15 Total Staff 38 38 E. 09103431 00349 GENDER AFFAIRS FACILITATE GENDER AWARENESS E. 09104441 00351 PROBATION AND CHILD PROTECTION SERVICES CHILD CARE AND PROTECTION SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Director (K41-K43) Executive Officer (K33-K38) Gender Field Officer (K22-K27/ K28-K32/K33-K38) Junior Clerk (K10-K21) Total Staff 1 1 2 1 1 - 2 - 5 3 Director, Probation and Child Protection (K41-K43) Senior Child Protection Officer (K33-K38) Court & Diversion Officer (K33-K38) Probation/Truancy Officer (K28-K32/K33-K38) Diversion Officer (K28-K32/K33-K38) Probation Officer/ Investigator (K28-K32/K33-K38) Social Investigator (K28-K32/K33-K38) Child Protection Officer (K22-K27) Part-Time Probation Officer (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) 1 - 1 - 8 - 1 2 1 1 1 1 - 8 - 1 - 2 1 1 Total Staff 15 15 09 - MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, GENDER AFFAIRS AND SOCIAL SERVICES E. 09105441 PROBATION AND CHILD PROTECTION SERVICES 00357 MANAGE NEW HORIZONS CO-ED TRAINING CENTER STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Director
 (K41-K43) Deputy Director (K38-K39) Assistant Deputy Director (K33-K38) Counsellor (K38-K39) Case Workers (K28-K32/K33-K38) Administrative Assistant (K22-K27/K28-K32) House Parents (K22-K27) Night Duty Staff (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) Housekeeper (K10-K21) Security & Support Officers (K10-K21) Office Attendant/Maintenance (K7-K17) 1 1 1 1 3 1 6 - 1 1 11 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 6 8 1 1 2 1 Total Staff 28 27 10 – MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, HUMAN SETTLEMENT, COOPERATIVES AND ENVIRONMENT 10 - MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, HUMAN SETTLEMENT, COOPERATIVES & ENVIRONMENT E. 10111451 00051 ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT ADMINISTRATION OF THE MINISTRY E. 10112461 00014 AGRICULTURAL SERVICES PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Minister (C) Permanent Secretary (K45) Special Assistant (C) Agriculture Development Advisor (K43) Senior Assistant Secretary (K39-K41) Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Personal Assistant (K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 2 2 Director of Agriculture (K43) Administrative Officer (K33-K38) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 Total Staff 14 14 Total Staff 6 6 E. 10111451 ADMINISTRATION 00008 PROVIDE POLICY SUPPORT E. 10112462 00016 AGRICULTURAL SERVICES - CROPS TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR CROP FARMERS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Institution Liason (K25-K32/K33-K40/ K41-K43) Senior Project Officer (K42) Agricultural Planner (K33-K38) Clerk (K10-K21) Total Staff 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 4 Manager, Agro-Processing (K33-K40) Agronomist (K33-K40) Agricultural Officer (K33-K40) Agricultural Engineer (K33-K40) Quarantine Officer (K33-K40) Extension Officer (K25-K32) Agronomy Assistant (K25-K32) Lab Tech., Food Quality (K22-K27)/(K25-K32 Lab Tech., Soil Analysis(K22-K27)/(K25-K32 Engineering Assistant (K22-K27)/(K25-K32) Quarantine Assistant Officer (K22-K27) /(K28-K32) Tree Crops Officer (K25- K32) Agricultural Assistant
 (K25-K32) Agricultural Trainee (K10-K21) Assistant Farm Manager (K10-K21) Marketing Attendants (K10-K14) Forestry Guard (K7-K17) Forestry Ranger (K7-K17) Clerk (K10-K21 Total Staff 38 38 10 - MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, HUMAN SETTLEMENT, COOPERATIVES & ENVIRONMENT E. 10112463 00023 AGRICULTURAL SERVICES-LIVESTOCK TECHNICAL SUPPORT/MONITOR ANIMAL HEALTH E. 10114481 00055 DEPARTMENT OF CO-OPERATIVES PROMOTE AND REGULATE THE COOPERATIVES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Chief Veterinary Officer (K42) Animal Health Officer (K33-K41) Livestock Production Officer (K33-K40) Veterinary Officer (K33-K40) Manager, Abattoir and Public Markets (K28-K32) Veterinary Assistant (K28-K32) Extension Officer (K25-K32) Asst.
Manager, Abattoir and Public Markets (K22-K27)/(K28-K32) Laboratory Technician (K19-K26) Agricultural Trainee (K10-K21) Market Keeper (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) Attendant/Driver (K7-K17) Attendant (K1-K14) 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 18 18 E. 10112463 03994 AGRICULTURAL SERVICES-LIVESTOCK SUPPORT DEV.
OF ANIMAL POUNDS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Pound Keeper (K31) Total Staff 1 1 1 1 Registrar (K33-K38) Assistant Registrar (K33-K38) Co-operatives Officer (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Total Staff 1 1 3 1 6 1 1 2 1 5 E. 10115491 00045 MARINE RESOURCES MARINE MANAGEMENT/TECHNICAL SUPPORT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Director of Marine Resources (K43) Aquaculture Officer (K33-K38) Marine Mang.

Areas & Habitat Mon.

Off.

(K33-K38) Oceanography & GIS Officer (K33-K38) Product Dev.

& Marketing Off.
(K33-K36) Fisheries Law Enforcement Officer (K34) Fisheries Officer (K28-K32) Assistant Fisheries Officer (K22-K27) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Supervisor -Old Road FC (K18-K25) Clerk (K10-K21) Fisheries Assistant (K10-K21) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 Total Staff 14 14 10 - MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, HUMAN SETTLEMENT, COOPERATIVES & ENVIRONMENT E. 10173772 ENVIRONMENT 01332 MANAGE THE ENVIRONMENT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Senior Environmental Officer (K42) Environmental Scientist (K30-K38/K39-K41) Conservation Officer II (K30-K38/ K39-K41) Environmental Education Officer (K30-K38) Conservation Officer I (K20-K30) Environmental Planning Assistant (K12-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) Total Staff 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 9 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 8 E. 10113471 00049 DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING PROVIDE AND MONITOR HOUSING SOLUTIONS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Housing & Planning Officer (K33-K41) Pupil Draughtsman (K10-K21) Junior Clerk (K10 - K21) Total Staff 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 3 11 – MINISTRY OF TOURISM 11 - MINISTRY OF TOURISM E. 11121521 ADMISTRATION E. 11122531 TOURISM DEPARTMENT 00224 PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT 01782 PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Director of Tourism (K42) Tourism Officer (K28-K32/K33-K38 Executive Officer (K28-K32) Mall Manager (K28-K32) Office Assistant (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) - 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 5 6 Minister (C) Permanent Secretary (K45) Financial Comptroller (K42) Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Finance Officer (K28-K32) Personal Secretary (K28-K32) Secretary (K28-K32) Community Tourism Officer (K22-K27) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) 1 1 - 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 - 1 1 Total Staff 9 9 E. 11122552 TOURISM EVENTS UNIT 00261 ADMINISTER FESTIVAL SECRETARIAT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Executive Director (K30-K35) Events Specialist (K30-K35) Executive Secretary (K28-K32) Stakeholder Relation Officer (K22-K27/K28-K32)/(K33-K38) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 4 4 12 – MINISTRY OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, POST, URBAN DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSPORT 12 -
 MINISTRY OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, POST, URBAN DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSPORT E. 12131561 ADMINISTRATION E. 12137612 URBAN DEVELOPMENT UNIT 00395 PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT 00398 MANAGE URBAN DEVELOPMENT UNIT 58600450 MANAGE ENERGY UNIT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Minister (C) Permanent Secretary (K45) Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Office Attendant (K1-K14) 00450 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 Urban Development Officer (K33-K38) Total Staff 1 1 - 0 Energy Officer (K33-K38) 1 - E. 12133582 PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE-ROADS, BRIDGES AND DRAINAGE 00421 MAINTAIN ROADS, BRIDGES AND DRAINS Total Staff 11 10 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Chief Roads Supervisor (K33-K38) Road Supervisor (K33-K36) Laboratory Technician (K24-K32) Draughtsman (K24-K32) Foreman of Works (K22-K27) Roads Foreman (K22-K27) Laboratory Assistant (K12-K23) Total Staff 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 8 1 1 - 1 2 1 1 7 E. 12133581 PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE 00417 PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Director (K43) Chief Engineer (K42) Engineer (K33-K41) Architect (K33-K41) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) Electrical Inspection Unit Chief Electrical Inspector (K33-38)/(K39-K4 Electrical Inspector (K28-K32) Junior Electrical Inspector (K10-K21)/(K22- Junior Clerk (K10-K21) 1 1 4 1 1 2 8 1 1 3 3 2 1 1 4 1 1 2 8 1 1 3 3 2 Total Staff 28 28 12 - MINISTRY OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, POST, URBAN DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSPORT E. 12133583 00446 PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE-FACILITIES MAINTENANCE DIVISION BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES E. 12133584 00447 PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE MAINTAIN GOVERNMENT VEHICLES/EQUIPMENT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Clerk of Works (K33-K36) Inspector of Works (K28-K32) Foreman of Works (K22-K27) Total Staff 1 1 3 5 1 1 3 5 Manager, Government Repair Shop (K33-K36) Senior Foreman Mechanic (K28-K32) Senior Foreman Mechanic (Vehicles) (K22-K27)
 Mechanic, Grade 1 (K10-K25) Draughtsman/Technician (K10-K25) Total Staff 1 1 1 1 1 5 1 1 1 1 1 5 E. 12133585 00449 PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE-QUARRY SERVICE SUPPLY AGGREGATES E. 12135601 00465 WATER SERVICES PROVIDE ADMIN/CUSTOMER SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Quarry Manager (K33-K40) Total Staff 1 1 1 1 Manager/Water Engineer (K43) Assistant Engineer (K33-K41) Clerk of Works (K33-K36) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Systems Administrator (K28-K32/K33-K38/K39-K41) Customer Service Manager (K28-K32) Pump Operator (K22-K27) Draughtsman (K22-K27) Supervisor (K22-27) Mechanic (K10-K25) Meter Reader (K10-K21) Junior Clerk (K10-K21) 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 4 7 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 4 7 Total Staff 24 24 12 - MINISTRY OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, POST, URBAN DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSPORT E. 12135602 00488 WATER SERVICES-DISTRIBUTION AND MAINTENAN MANAGE THE DISTRIBUTION OF WATER E. 12135603 00498 WATER SERVICES-QUALITY CONTROL MANAGE WATER QUALITY STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Inspector of Works (K28-K32) Foreman of Works (K22-K27) Water Overseer (K10-K21) 1 3 8 1 3 8 Inspector of Treatment (K28-K32) Treatment Plant Operator (K22-K27) Total Staff 12 12 Total Staff 1 1 2 1 1 2 E. 12135604 00483 WATER SERVICES-GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT MANAGE WATER PRODUCTION E. 12125612 00398 TRANSPORT - MARITIME AFFAIRS REGULATE AND MONITOR MARITIME AFFAIRS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Inspector of Pumps, Electrical (K28-K32) Inspector of Pumps, Mechanical (K28-K32) Pump Operator (K22-K27) Mechanic, Grade 1 (K10-K25) Total Staff 1 1 2 1 5 1 1 2 1 5 Director, Maritime Affairs (K39-K41) Senior Inspector/Surveyor (K33-K40) Inspector/Surveyor (K28-K32) Secretary (K10-K21) Total Staff 1 1 3 1 6 1 1 3 1 6 12 - MINISTRY OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, POST, URBAN DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSPORT E.12132571 POSTAL SERVICES 00403 ADMINISTER POSTAL SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Postmaster General (K39-K41)/(K42-K43) Deputy Postmaster General (K33-K38)
 Accounts Manager (K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Postman (K10-K21) Postman (K7-K17) Sub-Postmistress (K7-K17) Van Driver (K7-K17) Messenger (K7-K17) 1 1 1 3 5 20 3 16 4 2 3 1 1 1 3 5 20 3 16 4 2 3 Total Staff 59 59 13 – MINISTRY OF EDUCATION 13 - MINISTRY OF EDUCATION E. 13141621 00032 02356 TVET ADMINISTRATION PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT E.13141622 ADMINISTRATION- EDUCATION PLANNING DIV.
00122 PROVIDE PLANNING AND POLICY STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 00032 Minister (C) Permanent Secretary (K45) Director of Educational Planning (K43) Senior Assistant Secretary (K39-K41) Assistant Secretary (K33-K38/K39-K40) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Personal Assistant (K22-K27) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Secretary(K10-K21) Messenger / Janitor (K1-K17) 02356 Chief Executive Officer (K41) Project Co-ordinator (K39 - K40) Assessment Quality and Assurance Officer (K39 - K Secretary/Registrar (K10-K21) 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Director, Curriculum Unit (K41) Director, Management Information System (K41) Project Officer, Procurement (K33-40) Co-ordinator, Measurement &Testing (K40) Co-ordinator, Language Enrichment (K33-K40) Project Officer (K33-K40) Research Officer (K30-K40) Co-ordinator, Remedial Education (K32-K36) Co-ordinator, SELF (K32-K36) Co-ordinator, Project Strong (K32-K36) Co-ordinator, Teacher Resource Center (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk of Works (K26) Clerk/Typist (K10-K21) Clerk, Management Information Systems (K10-K21 Junior Clerk (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14 Total Staff 15 15 Total Staff 23 23 E.13141623 ADMINISTRATION- EDUCATION SERVICES E. 13141624 ADMINISTRATION-UNESCO NATIONAL SECRETARIAT 00066 ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT - EDUCATION SERVICES 00035 SUPPORT THE UNESCO PROGRAMME STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Chief Education Officer (K43) Personnel Officer (K43) Senior Education Officer (K41-K42) Deputy Chief Officer (K42) National Examinations Registrar (K39-K41) Education Officer, Secondary (K33-K40) Education Officer (K33-K40) Media Officer (K33-K38/K39-K40) Administrative Officer (K30-K38) Technical Vocational Officer (K30-K38) Probation/Truancy Officer (K28-K32)/(K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) School Attendance Officer (K25-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Maintenance Technician (K22-K27) Guidance Counsellor (K20-K30) Clerk (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14)
 Teachers for New Horizons Teacher(K10-K21/K25-K32/K33-K40) 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 3 1 3 Total Staff Secretary General (K33-K38/K39-K40) Project Co-ordinator (K33-K38) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Messenger (K1-K14) 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 1 1 1 1 1 2 E. 13141625 ADMINISTRATION-ACCREDITATION SERVICES 2 1 1 3 1 00082 PROVIDE ACCREDITATION SERVICES STAFF POSITION Executive Director (K35-K38/K39-K40) Personal Accreditation Officer (K33/K38) 3 Total Staff 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 1 4 2016 2015 1 1 2 1 - 1 Total Staff 30 30 13 - MINISTRY OF EDUCATION E.13142631 EARLY CHILDHOOD E.13143642 PRIMARY EDUCATION- PRIMARY SCHOOLS 00085 DELIVER EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 00097 DELIVER PRIMARY EDUCATION STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Nursery Programme Co-ordinator (K33-K38) Resource Teacher (K20-K30/K33-K38) Supervisor (K10-K21/K22-K27) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Teaching Assistant (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) 1 6 7 1 41 1 1 4 8 1 39 1 Headteacher (K32-K36) Teacher (K25-K32/K33-K38) Supernumerary Teacher (K10-K21) 18 185 92 18 185 92 Total Staff 57 54 Total Staff 295 295 E. 13143641 PRIMARY EDUCATION- PRIMARY SCHOOLS 00098 SCHOOL MEALS IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS E.13144652 SECONDARY EDUCATION- BHS 00145 BASSETERRE HIGH SCHOOL STAFF POSITION 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Principal (K41) Deputy Principal (K40) Teacher (K33-K40) Teacher (K33-K38) Librarian (K33-K38) Guidance Counsellor (K33-K38) Teacher (K25-K32) Teacher TVET (K25-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Supernumerary Teacher (K10-K21) Janitor (K1-K14) 1 1 11 20 1 1 29 2 1 13 1 1 1 11 20 1 1 29 2 1 12 1 Total Staff 81 80 Co-ordinator (K25-K30) Total Staff 1 1 - - E.13144651 SECONDARY EDUCATION- WAHS 00144 WASHINGTON ARCHIBALD HIGH SCHOOL STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Principal (K41) Deputy Principal (K40) Teacher (K33-K40) Teacher (K33-K38) Librarian (K33-K38) Teacher (K25-K32) Teacher TVET (K25-K32) Guidance Counsellor (K20-K30) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Supernumerary Teacher (K10-K21) Messenger/Janitor (K1-K17) 1 1 2 25 1 28 2 1 1 18 1 1 1 2
 25 1 28 2 1 1 18 1 Total Staff 81 81 13 - MINISTRY OF EDUCATION E.13144653 SECONDARY EDUCATION- CHS 00149 CAYON HIGH SCHOOL E.13144655 SECONDARY EDUCATION- VHS 00154 VERCHILDS HIGH SCHOOL STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Principal (K41) Deputy Principal (K40) Teacher (K33-K40) Teacher (K33-K38) Guidance Counsellor (K33-K38) Librarian (K33-K38) Teacher (K25-K32) Teacher TVET (K25-K32) Supernumerary Teacher (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) Janitor (K1-K14) 1 1 5 19 1 1 20 2 12 1 1 1 1 5 19 1 1 20 2 12 1 1 Principal (K41) Deputy Principal (K40) Teacher (K33-K40) Teacher (K33-K38) Librarian (K33-K38) Teacher (K25-K32) Teacher TVET (K25-K32) Guidance Counsellor (K20-K30) Supernumerary Teacher (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) 1 1 2 12 1 14 2 1 11 1 1 1 2 12 1 14 2 1 11 1 Total Staff 64 64 Total Staff 46 46 E.13144654 SECONDARY EDUCATION- CEMSS 00150 CHARLES E. MILLS SECONDARY SCHOOL STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Principal (K41) Deputy Principal (K40) Teacher (K33-K40) Teacher (K33-K38) Librarian (K33-K38) Teacher (K32-K36) Teacher (K25-K32) Teacher TVET (K25-K32) Guidance Counsellor (K20-K30) Supernumerary Teacher (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) Janitor (K1-K14) 1 1 2 18 1 1 24 2 1 12 1 1 1 1 2 17 1 1 24 2 1 12 1 1 Total Staff 65 64 13 - MINISTRY OF EDUCATION E. 13144656 SECONDARY EDUCATION- SSS 03128 SADDLERS SECONDARY SCHOOL E.13145661 00182 POST SECONDARY EDU.- NAT.
SKILLS TRAINING DELIVER NATIONAL SKILLS TRAINING STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Principal (K41) Deputy Principal (K40) Teachers (K12-K21/K25-K32/K33-K40) Guidance Counsellor (K33-K40) Librarian (K22-K27/K25-K32) Senior Computer Technician/ Specialist (K28-K32/K33-40) Junior Clerk (K12-K21) 1 1 27 1 1 1 1 1 1 26 1 1 1 1 Director (K33-K40) Teacher (K10-K21/K25-K32/K33-K40) Instructor/Trainee (K30-K35) Social Skills Trainer (K20-K30) Job Development Specialist (K20-K30) Clerk (K10-K21) Attendant/Messenger (K1-K17) Total Staff 33 32 Total Staff 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 7 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 7 13 - MINISTRY OF EDUCATION E.13145662 POST SECONDARY EDU.- AVEC 00181 SKILLS AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING THRU.
AVEC E.13147681 TERTIARY EDUCATION- CFBC 03904 STUDENTS OF NURSING 03907 TEACHERS IN TRAINING STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Director (K40) Guidance Counsellor (K33-K38) Teacher (K28-K32) Teacher (K25-K32) Shop Technicians (K22-K27) Teacher (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) Messenger/Office Assistant (K10-K21) 1 1 4 6 2 2 1 1 1 1 4 6 2 2 1 1 03904 Students of Nursing (K12-K19) Nursing Assistant (K10-K21) 03907 Teachers in Training (K10-K21) Total Staff 39 12 25 76 39 12 25 76 Total Staff 18 18 E. 13146671 SPECIAL EDUCATION- ADMINISTRATION 00178 DELIVER SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Teacher (K30-K40) Subject Co-ordinator (K30-K40) Teacher (K20-K30) Teacher (K10-K21) Supernumerary Techer (K10-K21) Teacher Aides (K10-K21) Secretary (K10-K21) 3 1 5 2 1 5 1 3 1 5 2 1 5 1 Total Staff 18 18 13 - MINISTRY OF EDUCATION E. 13148691 PUBLIC LIBRARY-ADMINISTRATION 02546 PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Librarian (K41) Assistant Librarian (K30-K38) Information Research Officer (K33-K38) Senior Library Technician (K22-K27) Library Technician (K10-K25) Clerk (K10-K21) Typist (K10-K21) Book Binder (K7-K17) Driver/Attendant (K7-K17) Library Assistant (K7-K17) Messenger/Attendant (K1-K14) 1 1 1 1 1 1 5 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 5 1 2 1 1 Total Staff 16 16 14 – MINISTRY OF HEALTH 14 - MINISTRY OF HEALTH E. 14151711 01030 ADMINISTRATION - HEALTH SECTOR MGMT PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT E. 14152722 01211 COMM.
BASED HEALTH SERV.
- FAMILY HEALTH PROMOTE HIV/AIDS AWARENESS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS ### 2015 Minister (C) Permanent Secretary (K45) Chief Medical Officer (K44) Health Planner (K43) Principal Nursing Officer (K42/K43) Administrative Officer (K33-K38/K39-K41) Finance Officer (K28-K32/K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Registry Clerk (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 National HIV/AIDS Programmes Coordinator (K33-K38/K39-K41) Health Educator/Counselor (K33-K38) Health Educator (K25-K32) Total Staff 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 3 E. 14152722 COMM.
BASED HEALTH SERV.

- FAMILY HEALTH 01208 PROMOTE PROPER NUTRITION Total Staff 14 14 STAFF POSITIONS ### 2015 E. 14152723 01035 COMM.

BASED HEALTH SERV - CLINICAL SERV.
MONITOR PUBLIC HEALTH SITUATIONS/TRENDS Nutrition Surveillance Coordinator (K33-K38/K39-K41) Nutrition Officer (K12-K23/K25-K32)/(K33-K38) Junior Clerk (K10-K21) STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Total Staff 1 1 2 4 1 1 2 4 Health Information System Administrator (K33-K38/K39-K41) Epidemiologist (K33-K38/K39-K41) Medical Statistician (K33-K35) Data Entry Clerk (K10-K21) Vital Statistics Clerk (K10-K21) Total Staff 1 1 1 2 2 7 1 1 1 2 2 7 14 - MINISTRY OF HEALTH E. 14152723 01228 COMM.
BASED HEALTH SERV - CLINICAL SERV.

CLEAN/BEAUTIFY PARKS AND BEACHES E. 14152721 01213 COMM.

BASED HEALTH SERVICES - ADMIN.

ADMINISTER COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Supervisor (K10-K21) 1 1 Director - Community Health Services (K43) Health Services Administrative Officer (K33-K38) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Junior Clerk (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) Total Staff 1 1 Total Staff 1 1 1 4 1 8 1 1 1 3 1 7 E. 14152722 01210 01218 04325 COMM.

BASED HEALTH SERV.
BASED HEALTH SERV.

- FAMILY HEALTH PROMOTE PREVENTION OF N.C.D.

DELIVER COMMUNITY PSYCHIATRIC CARE MENTAL DAY HEALTH FACILITY E. 14152722 01224 COMM.

BASED HEALTH SERV.
- FAMILY HEALTH PROVIDE HEALTH CARE THRU COMMUNITY CENTERS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 01210 Communicable/Non-Communicable Program Coordinator (K33-K38/K39-K41) 01218 Psychiatrist (K43) Psychiatric Coordinator (K38) District Medical Officer (K36-K41/K42) Psychiatric Nurse (K36-K37) 04325 Occupational Therapist (K39-K41) Psychiatric Nurse (K36-K37) Counselors (K33-K38) Psychiatric Social Worker (K33-K38) Psychiatric Aides (K10-K21) 1 1 1 1 2 2 5 2 1 2 1 1 - 1 2 2 2 2 - - Total Staff 18 11 Clinical Psychologist (K43) District Medical Officer (K36-K41/K42) Coordinator- Community Nursing (K39-K40/K41) Deputy Coordinator-Community Nursing (K38) Community Nurse Manager (K36-K37) Psychologist (K33-K38/K39-K41) Community Nurse (K25-K32/K33-K38) Pharmacist (K25-K32/K33-K38) Community Nursing Assistant (K10-K21) 1 6 1 1 11 1 19 2 24 1 6 1 1 9 1 19 2 17 Total Staff 66 57 14 - MINISTRY OF HEALTH E. 14152722 01216 COMM.
BASED HEALTH SERVICES - FAMILY HEALTH PROVIDE DENTAL HEALTH CARE E. 14152723 01202 01226 01227 COMM.

BASED HEALTH SERVICES - ENV.


HEALTH MONITOR SANITATION CONTROL VECTORS PORT HEALTH SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Chief Dental Officer (K42-K43) Dental Surgeon (K39-K42/K43) Dental Therapist (K33-K38) Dental Hygenist (K25-K32) Dental Nurse (K25-K32) Dental Assistant (K12-K23) Dental Clerk (K10-K21) 1 3 1 2 1 5 2 - 4 - - 3 5 - Total Staff 15 12 E. 14153731 INSTITUTION-BASED HEALTH SERVICES - ADMIN.

01014 PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 01202 Chief Environ.
Health Officer (K38/K39-K41) Deputy Chief Environmental Health Officers (K38/K39-K40) Senior Environmental Health Officer (K33-K38/K39-K40) Cleansing Supervisor (K33-K35) Environmental Health Officer (K12-K23/K25-K32/K33-K38) 01226 Insect/Vector Control Officer (K7-K17) 01227 Port Health Nurse Port Health Officer (K10-K21/K22-K27) Port Health Vector Control Officer (K7-K17) STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Director, Health Institutions (K43) Medical Chief of Staff/General Surgeon (K43) Operations Manager, JNF (K33-K38/K39-K41) 1 1 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 1 1 3 1 1 1 3 1 10 10 12 12 3 6 2 3 6 2 39 39 Total Staff 3 3 E. 14153731 01015 INSTITUTION-BASED HEALTH SERVICES - ADMIN.
PROVIDE MAINTENANCE SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Biomedical Engineering Technician (K33-K35/K36-K38) Physical Plant Maintenance Technician (K33-K35/K36-K38) Assistance Maintenance Technician (K12-K23/K25-K32) Medical Equipment Maintenance Technician (K12-K23/K25-K32) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 4 4 14 - MINISTRY OF HEALTH E. 14153731 01018 INSTITUTION-BASED HEALTH SERVICES - ADMIN.

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES - JNF HOSPITAL E. 14153731 01027 INSTITUTION-BASED HEALTH SERVICES - ADMIN.
AUXILLARY SERVICES - JNF HOSPITAL STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Dietitian (K35-K38) Accounts Officer (K28-K32) Medical Records Technician (K25-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Junior Clerk (K10-K21) Telephone Operator (K8-K19) Total Staff 1 2 2 4 7 9 1 2 2 4 7 9 25 25 Staff Nurse (K25-K32/K33-K38) Student Dietary Assistant (K12-K23) Housekeeper (K10-K21) Supervisor, Kitchen (K10-K21) Supervisor, Laundry (K10-K21) Seamstress (K7-K17) Orderly (K7-K17) Total Staff 1 1 2 1 1 4 14 1 1 2 1 1 4 14 24 24 E. 14153731 INSTITUTION-BASED HEALTH SERVICES - ADMIN.
01032 PROVIDE LABORATORY SERVICES E. 14153731 01161 01165 01175 INSTITUTION-BASED HEALTH SERVICES - ADMIN.
AUXILLARY SERVICES MARY CHARLES POGSON CARDIN HOME STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Lab Manager (K35-K38/K39-K41) Senior Lab Technologist (K33-K35/K36-K38) Lab Technologist (K25-K32/K33-K38) Lab Assistant (K22-K27) Cytoscreener (K22-K27) Student Lab Technician (K12-K23) Phlebotomist (K10-K21) Blood Banking Advocate/Counselor (K10-K21) 1 2 7 1 1 4 3 1 1 2 7 1 1 4 3 1 Total Staff 20 20 01161 Orderly (K7-K17) 01165 Clerk (K10-K21) Orderly (K7-K17) 01175 Orderly (K7-K17) 4 1 6 6 4 1 6 6 Total Staff 17 17 14 - MINISTRY OF HEALTH E. 14153731 01246 INSTITUTION-BASED HEALTH SERVICES - ADMIN.
PHARMACEUTICAL AND MEDICAL SUPPLIES E. 14153731 01258 INSTITUTION-BASED HLTH SERV.

- ADMIN.
DISPENSE PHARMACEUTICAL STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Chief Pharmacist (K35-K38/K39-K41) Manager, Central Drug and Medical Stores (K35-K38) Medical Supplies Officer (K33-K35) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Junior Clerk/Store Clerk (K10-K21) Driver (K7-K17) Total Staff 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 Senior Pharmacist (K33-K38)/(K39-K40) Pharmacist (K25-K32)/(K33-K38) Student Pharmacy Technician (K12-K23) Total Staff 1 4 2 7 1 4 2 7 E. 14153732 01159 01163 01173 INSTITUTION-BASED HEALTH SERVICES - CLINICAL SERVICES AND PATIENT CARE - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES MARY CHARLES POGSON CARDIN HOME E. 14153732 01160 01164 01174 01176 INSTITUTION-BASED HEALTH SERVICES - CLINICAL SERVICES AND PATIENT CARE - MEDICAL/NURSING SERVICES MARY CHARLES POGSON CARDIN HOME HAEMODIALYSIS UNIT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 01159 Assistant Nurse Manager (K33-K35) 01163 Assistant Nurse Manager (K33-K35) 01173 Assistant Nurse Manager (K33-K35) Supervisor, Cardin Home (K35-K38) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 4 4 01160 Staff Nurse (K25-K32/K33-K38) Nursing Assistant (K10-K21) 01164 Staff Nurse (K25-K32/K33-K38) 01174 Registered Nurse (K23) Nursing Assistant (K10-K21) Attendant (K1-K14) 01176 Assistant Nurse Manager (K33-K35/K36-38) Staff Nurse (K25-K32/K33-K38) 4 2 4 2 6 5 1 5 4 2 4 2 6 5 1 5 Total Staff 29 29 14 - MINISTRY OF HEALTH E. 14153732 INSTITUTION-BASED HEALTH SERVICES - E. 14153732 INSTITUTION-BASED HEALTH SERVICES - CLINICAL SERVICES AND PATIENT CARE CLINICAL SERVICES AND PATIENT CARE 01021 MEDICAL/NURSING SERVICES - JNF HOSPITAL 01036 PROVIDE RADIOLOGY SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Nephrologist (K43) Anaesthetist (K43) General Surgeon (K43) Obstetrician/Gynecologist (K43) Medical Specialist (K43) Paediatrician (K43) Psychiatrist (K43) Orthopaedist (K43) Pathologist (K43) Opthamologist (K43) Emergency Specialist (K43) Vascular Surgeon (K43) Oncologist (K43) Medical Officer (K39-K41/K42) Director, Institutional Services (K39-K40/K41) Occupational Therapist
 (K35-K38/K39-K41) Physiotherapist (K35-K38/K39-K41) Asstistant Director, Institutional Services (K35-K38/K39-K40) Nurse Anaesthetist (K36-K37) Nurse Manager (K36-K37) Administrative Night Coordinator (K36-K37) Infection Control Officer/Quality Assurance Officer (K36-K37) Admission & Discharge Planning Nurse (K36-K37) ICU Nurse (K33-K37) Medical Officer: Institution and Psychiatry (K36-K41/K42) Assistant Nurse Manager (K33-K35) Clinical Instructor (K32-K35) Counselor (K33-K38) In-Service Coordinator (K32-K35) Staff Nurse (K25-K32/K33-K38) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Registered Nurse (K23) Scrub Technicians (K12-K18) Emergency Medical Technician (K10-K21) Psychiatric Aide (K10-K21) Nursing Assistant (K10-K21) Junior Clerk (K10-K21) Security Officers (K10-K21) Attendant (K1-K14) Radiologist (K43) Chief Radiographer (K35-K38) Radiographer (K25-K32) / (K33-K38) Student X-Ray Technician (K12-K23) Nursing Assistant (K10-K21) 1 2 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 - E. 14153732 INSTITUTION-BASED HEALTH SERVICES - 8 1 03651 COLLECTIONS UNIT CLINICAL SERVICES AND PATIENT CARE Total Staff 11 1 1 3 1 5 11 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Collections Manager (K33-K38) Collections Officer (K10-K21)/(K22-K27) 1 1 1 1 Total Staff 2 2 1 2 1 1 6 1 1 1 2 1 16 1 - 1 84 1 23 - 39 3 37 1 6 1 Total Staff 290 255 15 – MINISTRY OF YOUTH, SPORTS AND CULTURE 15 - MINISTRY OF YOUTH, SPORTS AND CULTURE E. 15161741 02764 ADMINISTRATION PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT E. 15149701 00171 YOUTH EMPOWERMENT ADMINISTER YOUTH DEVELOPMENT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Minister (C) Permanent Secretary (K45) Special Advisor (K45) Administrative Officer (K33-K38) Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Project Officer (K28-K32)/(K33-K38) Personal Assistant (K28-K32) Total Staff - 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 1 1 - 1 1 1 1 6 Director of Youth (K33-K38)/(K39-K41) Youth Officer (K28-K32)/(K33-K38) Clerk (K10-K21) Junior Youth Officer (K10-K21)
 Total Staff 1 3 1 1 6 1 2 1 1 5 E. 15123541 00242 SPORTS DEPARTMENT SUPPORT SPORTS DEVELOPMENT VIA E. 15124551 00257 CULTURE DEPARTMENT PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT YOUTH INITIATIVES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Sports Co-ordinator (K30-K40) Venue Manager (K30-K40) Assistant Sports Co-ordinator (K28-K32) Sports Officer (K10-K21)/(K22-K27)/ (K28-32)/(K33-K38) Supervisor of Parks (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Park Caretaker (K7-K17) 1 1 1 15 1 1 4 1 1 1 15 1 1 4 Director (K35-K38) Research and Documentation Specialist (K30-K35) Music Specialist (K30-K35) Dance Specialist (K30-K35) Drumming Specialist (K30-K35) Secretary (K23-K28) Asst.
Research & Documentation Specialist (K10-K21) Messenger/Driver (K1-K14) Total Staff 24 24 Total Staff 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 16 – MINISTRY OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT 16 - MINISTRY OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT E.16171 01255 01256 SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT PROVIDE ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT DEVELOP AND ANALYSE POLICY E.16172761 01384 ECONOMIC AFFAIRS AND PSIP PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Director of Economic Affairs & Public Sector Investment Planning (K43) Total Staff 1 1 1 1 751-01255 Permanent Secretary (K45) Senior Administrative Officer (K42) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Secretary (K17-K25) Clerk/Typist (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) 752-01256 Chief Policy Analyst (K43) 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 Total Staff 10 10 E. 16173 01308 PHYSICAL PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT ADMINISTER PHYSICAL PLANNING E.16172762 01265 PUBLIC SECTOR INVESTMENT PLANNING GUIDE, MONITOR AND EVALUATE PSIP STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 771-01308 Director of Physical Planning/Environment (K43) Senior Development Control Officer (K42) Senior Physical Planning Officer (K42) Senior GIS Officer (K42) Development Control Officer (K39-K41) Physical Planning Officer (K30-K38) Assistant Physical Planning Officer II (K28-K32) Building Inspector (K28-K32) GIS Assistant (K22-K27) Junior Building Inspector (K22-K27) Physical Planning Assistant (K12-K21) Development Control Assistant (K12-K21) 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 5 1 - 1 1 Senior Economist (K42) Senior Project Analyst (K42) Engineer (K33-K41) Social Planner (K33-K38/K39-K41) Economist I/II (K33-K38/K39-K41) Project Analyst I/II (K33-K38/K39-K41) Accountant (K33-K38/K39-K41) Research Officer (K17-K27) Assistant Project Analyst (K17-K27) 1 2 1 1 2 4 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 2 4 1 1 1 Total Staff 18 16 Total Staff 14 14 16 - MINISTRY OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT E.16174 STATISTICS 01267 PROVIDE ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT 01271 PRODUCE ECONOMIC STATISTICS E.16174 01273 01274 STATISTICS PRODUCE SOCIAL
 STATISTICS PRODUCE TRADE AND PRICE STATISTICS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 781-01267 Director of Statistics (K43) Senior Statistician (K42) 782-01271 Statistician I/II (K33-K38/K39-K41) Statistical Clerk II (K17-K25) Statistical Clerk I (K10-K21) Total Staff 1 1 3 2 2 9 1 1 3 2 2 9 783-01273 Statistician I/II (K33-K38/K39-K41) Statistical Clerk I (K10-K21) 784-01274 Statistical Officer (K22-K27)/(K28-32) Statistical Clerk II (K17-K25) Statistical Clerk I (K10-K21) 2 1 2 2 3 2 1 2 2 3 Total Staff 10 10 E. 16176 01284 01285 LANDS AND SURVEYS ADMINISTER LANDS PROVIDE SURVEYING SERVICES STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 801-01284 Director of Lands & Survey (K43) 802-01285 Surveyor (K30-K41) Administrative Officer (K33-K38) Lands Administrative Officer (K28-K32) Assistant Land Surveyor (K28-K32) Senior Assistant Surveyor (K22-K27) / (K28-K32) Junior Assistant Land Surveyor (K10-K21) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Pupil Draughtsman (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) 1 1 1 - 1 2 2 1 3 2 1 1 1 - 1 1 2 2 1 3 2 1 Total Staff 15 15 17 – MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND AVIATION 17 - MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS E. 17071251 ADMINISTRATION 00543 ADMINISTER FOREIGN AFFAIRS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Minister (C) Permanent Secretary (K45) Ambassador/High Commissioner (K45) Ambassador (K45) Foreign Officer (K44) Director of Foreign Affairs (K43) Counsellor (K42) Senior Foreign Service Officer (K39-K41) Foreign Service Officer (K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) 1 1 2 5 3 1 2 5 12 2 3 4 1 1 1 2 5 3 1 2 5 12 2 3 4 1 Total Staff 42 42 E. 17125613 CIVIL AVIATION 00399 REGULATE AND MONITOR CIVIL AVIATION STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Civil Aviation Officer (K33-K38) Total Staff 1 1 1 1 18 – OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL 18 - OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL E. 18032071 01234 LEGAL SERVICES REPRESENT THE GOVERNMENT STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Attorney General ( C ) Director of Public Prosecution (K45) Solicitor General
 (K45) Senior Parliamentary Counsel (K43) Parliamentary Counsel (K42) Counsel (K35-K42) Total Staff 1 1 1 3 1 10 17 1 1 1 1 1 12 17 E. 18032071 00806 ADMINISTRATION MANAGE THE ELECTION PROCESS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Assistant Secretary (K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Senior Clerk (K22-K27) Clerk (K10-K21) Office Attendant (K1-K14) Total Staff 1 2 2 4 1 1 2 2 4 1 10 10 19 – MINISTRY OF NEVIS AFFAIRS, LABOUR, SOCIAL SECURITY AND ECCLESIASTICAL AFFAIRS 19 - MINISTRY OF NEVIS AFFAIRS, LABOUR, SOCIAL SECURITY AND ECCLESIASTICAL AFFAIRS E. 19061241 LABOUR DEPARTMENT 00780 ENHANCE LABOUR/INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS STAFF POSITIONS 2016 2015 Permanent Secretary (K45) Labour Commissioner (K42) Deputy Labour Commissioner (K33-K38/K39-K40) Statistician (K33-K38) Labour Officer (K28-K32/K33-K38) Executive Officer (K28-K32) Personal Assistant (K28-K32) Junior Labour Officer (K22-K27) Typist (K10-K21) Clerk (K10-K21) Messenger (K1-K14) 1 1 1 1 6 1 1 1 1 5 1 - 1 1 1 6 1 - 1 1 5 1 Total Staff 20 18