Environmentalist Atherton Martin says while some persons stress the need for Dominica to take a no nonsense stance where it concerns implementing tariffs to protect farmers and the need to acquire reliable and stable markets for local produce, the relevant sectors must ensure that Dominica is ready and able to supply demands on the regional and international markets and provide quality produce which meets expected standards.

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Yesterday, members and supporters of the Dominica Public Service Union celebrated the union’s 71st anniversary under the theme, unity for survival and prosperity. President of the DPSU Mr. Mervin Anthony stated that many have made sacrifices which helped the union to survive tough times, and the struggle to keep the organization together has not ended.

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Elected Representative for the Salisbury Constituency Hector John says Prime Minister Skerrit’s announcement of the dates for Bi-elections is an attempted distraction from the serious issues currently facing the state.

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President of the United Workers Party Edison James says the question of resolving the issues surrounding the seats of two Opposition MP’s which were declared vacant by House Speaker Knights remains a matter which the UWP is pursuing in the court.

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General Secretary of the Dominica Public Service Union, Thomas Letang, says too often Dominicans depend on the services of overseas consultants to determine the solutions to the problems faced by the country and the way forward for development of the country. Mr. Letang shares the view that the answers to these questions lie in the core of every Dominican as he believes Dominicans have what it takes to achieve progress and development for themselves and the country if the skills are properly harnessed.

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