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Social Distancing Designed to Reduce the Spread of the COVID-19 Virus
					With public health officials reminding persons to be vigilant during the COVID-19 pandemic, Chairman of the National Disaster Mitigation Council, Honourable Attorney-General, Vincent Byron, is appealing to persons to practice social…				
						No need for upsurge in shopping as St. Kitts and Nevis has an adequate supply of food, says PM…
					The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is advising citizens and residents that there is no need for “panic shopping,” in light of Tuesday’s (March 24) confirmation that the Federation recorded its first two cases of the COVID-19 disease…				
						PS in education appeals to all to ensure safety of children in light of confirmed COVID-19 cases in…
					Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, William V Hodge is making a strong appeal to the general public to ensure the safety of children in light of confirmed COVID-19 cases in St. Kitts.				
						Desist from posting pictures of infected persons
					A call for persons to desist from sending pictures around on social media and other means of those persons who are affected by the COVID-19 virus.				
						Social Security relief package set up to assist workers impacted by COVID-19 pandemic
					Senior Minister and Minister of Labour, the Honourable Vance Amory, said that the Department of Labour and the St. Christopher and Nevis Social Security Board will assist in ensuring that persons who qualify for the temporary relief…				
						Agricultural sector receives millions as part of government’s COVID-19 stimulus package
					To cushion the negative impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has on the economy of St. Kitts and Nevis, Prime Minister Dr. the Honourable Timothy Harris said that the government has injected ten million dollars into the agricultural sector and…				
						St. Kitts and Nevis confirms first two cases of COVID-19 disease; every effort being made to prevent…
					The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis has confirmed its first two cases of the COVID-19 disease (novel coronavirus), as a 57 year-old female and a 21 year-old male, both Kittitian nationals, tested positive for the virus.				
						Plans for education in place to accommodate early school closure says education minister
					Minister of Education, Hon. Shawn Richards has reaffirmed the Ministry of Education’s commitment to ensuring the health and overall well being of all within learning institutions across St. Kitts by announcing the closure of schools this…				
						National Bank COVID-19 Assistance Plans
					The St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank has announced several measures to assist persons who have lost income as a result of the spread of the COVID-19 virus.				
						First Two Cases of Corona Virus Confirmed
					Minister of State Responsible for Health Hon. Wendy Phipps made the announcement in an address to the nation on Wednesday. The health minister said both persons, a male and female, who are citizens of St. Kitts, have a travel history to New…				
						National Statement on COVID-19
					The patients are a 57 year-old female and a 21 year-old male (of the same household), both of whom are Kittitian nationals, with recent travel histories to New York, USA – a jurisdiction which, up until March 24, 2020 had recorded some…				
						Schools closing as of Monday March 30 2020, education minister says
					Minister of Education, Hon. Shawn Richards has reaffirmed the Ministry of Education’s commitment to ensuring the health and overall well being of all within learning institutions across St. Kitts by announcing the closure of schools as of…				
						Keith Aurthton T20 suspension
					Due to the ongoing impact of the Corona Virus Pandemic affecting the world today, the St. Kitts Cricket Association Executive have decided to suspend all cricket activities with immediate effect until April 18th in the first instance…				
						Strong fiscal position allows the government of St. Kitts-Nevis to respond with a $120-million…
					Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Honourable Timothy Harris, has credited his administration’s ability to introduce a $120-million stimulus package, designed to help cushion the economic fallout as a result of the COVID-19…				
						Systematic Two-tiered COVID-19 Testing in St. Kitts-Nevis Ensures Reliable Results
					Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr. Hazel Laws announced on Tuesday, March 24 that COVID-19 testing in St. Kitts and Nevis is performed via a two-tiered systematic process that meets international standards.				
						