She was a true Fulbright

Dear Editor: The nation is in reeling in shock over the horrendous and callous death of Senior Counsel Dana Seetahal. She was an legal luminary who made a tremendous contribution to the nation. Included in her long list of accomplishment was that she was a Fulbright Scholar. This...
Posted On 06 May 2014
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Irrelevant noise

Dear Editor: There is nothing sadder that a once great actor or actress or sportsperson not knowing when it is time to bow out and gracefully exit the stage or playing field. In an effort to capture past glory, they keep trying harder and harder to the detriment to their once...
Posted On 06 May 2014
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Stakeholder Meeting Into Prison Matter Canceled

On 30th April, 2014, Prime Minister the Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar SC directed that a meeting be convened with the Acting Solicitor General, the Commissioner of Prisons, the Inspector of Prisons, the Minister of Justice and the Chief State Solicitor in order to discuss and...
Posted On 05 May 2014
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In 2015, the choice is yours…

By Capil Bissoon It now appears that Keith Rowley will lead the PNM in the 2015 general election, leaving the electorate a choice between him and Kamla Persad-Bissessar, with or without members of the present People’s Partnership. In 2010, the electorate demonstrated political...
Posted On 05 May 2014
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Idea 2 Innovation 2014 officially launched

The main aim of the competition is to tap into the creative and innovative potential of our citizens, and thereby promote the creation of employment, improve global competiveness and long-term sustainability. The intent is not only to solicit our citizens’ innovative ideas and...
Posted On 05 May 2014
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PM’s Statement on senior Counsel Dana Seetahal murder

It is with profound sadness and shock that I learned of the tragic death of a dear friend and colleague, Senior Counsel Dana Seetahal. It is a reprehensible act which has robbed us all of one of our nation’s best and brightest daughters. Even those who never met Dana...
Posted On 04 May 2014
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UNC Shocked and Saddened on Passing of Dana Seetahal, SC

The United National Congress is shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the brutal assassination of Dana Seetahal this morning. The legal profession has lost a fearless and fiercely independent professional whose work both as a lawyer, legislator and a columnist in a daily...
Posted On 04 May 2014
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AG on The Passing of Dana Seetahal, SC

We have lost a titan. Dana Seetahal SC was a giant among men and women. Her carefree nature was matched by her sense of patriotism. She was a public spirited lawyer who served her country in many different capacities including assistant solicitor general, lecturer, magistrate,...
Posted On 04 May 2014
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AG Responds to Prison Officers Association

I was instructed by the Honourable Prime Minister to convene a Committee with the Acting Solicitor General Carol Hernandez, Chief State Solicitor Christophe Grant, The Commissioner of Prisons Mr. Conrad Barrow, the Inspector of Prisons Mr. Daniel khan and the Minister of Justice...
Posted On 02 May 2014
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Travel Advisory for FIFA World Cup 2014

The Embassy of Trinidad and Tobago to Brazil wishes to advise persons visiting Brazil for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Football matches of the following: 1. There will be 64 matches played in 12 of Brazil`s 26 States from June 12 to July 13. The Opening Match will be played in Sao...
Posted On 02 May 2014
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