National Assembly of Saint Kitts and Nevis

Sitting of the National Assembly

The Order Paper has been issued for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Friday, March 21, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Notice has been given.

Bills to be Discussed

Two Bills will receive their first reading, while three are slated for second reading. The government’s good governance legislative agenda continues as it commits itself to transparency, accountability and the Rule of Law.

Bills for First Reading

The Honourable Prime Minister and Minister responsible for Finance, National Security, Citizenship and Immigration, Health and Social Security, Dr. Terrance Drew, will seek leave to introduce and have read a first time the Bill entitled Income Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2025.
The Honourable Senator and Minister responsible for Sustainable Development, Environment and Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment, Dr. Joyelle Clarke, will seek leave to introduce and have read a first time the Bill entitled Plastic Waste Reduction Bill, 2025.

Bills for Second Reading

The Honourable Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew will then move the second reading of the Income Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2025.
The Honourable Senator Dr. Clarke will move the second reading of the Plastic Waste Reduction Bill, 2025.
The Honourable Attorney-General and Minister responsible for Justice and Legal Affairs, Garth Wilkin, will move the second reading of the Bill entitled, Integrity in Public Life (Amendment) Bill, 2025. The Bill had its first reading on February 27, 2025.

Live Broadcast and Streaming

The National Assembly will be carried live on ZIZ Radio (96 FM) and participating radio stations. It can also be viewed live on TV Channel 5 in St. Kitts and Channel 98 in Nevis. It will also be streamed live at www.zizonline.com.

Access to Bills

Copies of the Bills, as soon as they are made available, can be found on the website (www.sknis.gov.kn) of the St. Kitts and Nevis Information Service under the section titled Bills. The Bills can also be accessed via the Facebook page: St. Kitts and Nevis Information Service.

Conclusion

The sitting of the National Assembly is an important event in the governance of Saint Kitts and Nevis. The discussion of the Bills is a crucial step in the legislative process, and the government’s commitment to transparency and accountability is evident in the live broadcast and streaming of the event.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: When and where will the National Assembly be held?

A: The National Assembly will be held on Friday, March 21, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre.

Q: Which Bills will be discussed during the National Assembly?

A: Two Bills will receive their first reading, while three are slated for second reading. The Bills include the Income Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2025, the Plastic Waste Reduction Bill, 2025, and the Integrity in Public Life (Amendment) Bill, 2025.

Q: How can I access the live broadcast of the National Assembly?

A: The National Assembly will be carried live on ZIZ Radio (96 FM) and participating radio stations. It can also be viewed live on TV Channel 5 in St. Kitts and Channel 98 in Nevis. It will also be streamed live at www.zizonline.com.