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Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas (center) toured the Ministries of Finance and Planning and the Treasury along with Financial Secretary Janet Harris (right) on Tuesday. |
Basseterre, St. Kitts (August 17, 2005): The staff of the Ministries of Finance and Planning as well as employees of the Treasury were thanked for their professional service and dedication to their duties by Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas.
During a tour of the government departments on Tuesday, the Prime Minister who holds the portfolio for finance, sustainable development, information and technology said it was important to visit these agencies. He mentioned that a chief reason was to show support for a new senior government official.
Only a few months ago Mrs. (Janet) Harris (took) on the responsibility of the financial secretary ... and I thought that it would be good for me to do a walk through with her, in support, & and to meet the different members of staff, the Prime Minister stated.
The Ministry of Finance is of extreme importance and I just want to make sure that I can express & to Mrs. Harris how pleased we are for the (quality) work that this ministry continues to do in support of the entire government system."
I am satisfied that we have the team, we have the right attitude and so it is important for us to give them support.
Prime Minister Douglas reflected on the contributions of the former financial secretary Wendell Lawrence, and stressed that his years of service to his country were invaluable.
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Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas interacts with staff during Tuesday's tour of the Ministries of Finance and Planning and the Treasury. |
He has laid a very solid foundation on which others can build, Dr. Douglas stressed. We want to thank him for the stability and the leadership that he has given to this ministry.
The government is not completely without Mr. Lawrences services however, as he continues to serve in a consultancy capacity.
While addressing the high productivity level of the staff, the minister of finance outlined a plan, which includes the construction of a new facility to provide additional space and allow for the improvement in working conditions.
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Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas interacts with staff during Tuesday's tour of the Ministries of Finance and Planning and the Treasury. |
The employees of the various ministries toured, expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for his leadership.
