When in our Editorials we continually noted that we needed to be careful to understand the notes regarding the FAC Inquiry, we saw that there would be for serious times ahead, other concerns notwithstanding.
There has always been talking about independence (for Montserrat), and it has always been the belief of this Editor that the reasons given, some we have mentioned before, were not credible enough, or not hitting the mark, missing out on the real matters that ought to be of concern to us as a people. Even if not back then, within the last 20 years at least the talk of ‘economic independence, should never be the concern.
The problem it was always about money – So to stretch it or go into depth now, “Power, Sex and Money”. These are the ailments of the world, whether you do, or especially if you believe in a creator.
Today St. Lucia celebrates, ‘Political’ Independence! So, go ask and try figure, why ‘political…’?
As we followed the Inquiry hearings, it turned out that the submissions, even that from Montserrat’s Premier did address some of the issues mostly being mentioned for, ”Resetting the relationship”, or brought up for review. But as we suspected, high on the UK agenda along with that which caused consternation for some OTs and got much attention from members of our own Legislative Assembly, the matter of ‘beneficial ownership’. But notice what has become prominent was this matter of ‘
Listening to and watching, the likes of FAC Committee Chairman Tom Tugendhat and member Chris Bryant, lead the questions and the discussions, speaking with a certain amount disdain to the desires and aspirations of those dissenting OTs with Andrew Rosindell batting for the OTs, talking mostly to fairness and level playing field, it is difficult to believe that these OTs should not immediately in considering the outcome of this recent Inquiry and the resulting report. It was not easy going either for Lord Ahmad who have been closer to the OTs position on some of the issues.
It is our view
Simple arguments for Independence!
Relationship over completely! No more UK nations in the Caribbean. They feel we are too colored to have such beautiful wealthy nations… but I see a future that they will not believe. We are a
Gay rights, immigration laws changes, no prayer in schools, changing land ownership laws, land tax increases, land sold and overpriced, employment laws changes, crime rate increases, tourism industry falls and offshore banking relocate, massive UK population increase, systematic
It is with considerable attention we notice the admission at the beginning of the report. “Relations between the UK and the OTs have been under strain in recent years and steps should be taken to strengthen the bonds between them, say the Foreign Affairs Committee.
The OTs are accused of divergence and friction.
But then there is something we should seek clarity on from the chairman. “The UK and the OTs are
They found it difficult to understand why Bermuda would go to the lengths they have. What we find difficult is how they can have difficulty with anyone going to limits to stand for what they believe in the sight of their God.
It seems it is time they begin to think seriously of the overall future of life for the people in their respective territories and what the word ‘independence’ really means.
These OTs must be strong, but the arguments must be carefully presented with the backing it will have. The governments and certainly ours must put a committee together that understand what its people believe in, prepared for the tough times as they are not easy now anyway, to immediately get something that is worth the life that is fulfilling. It is not just money, power
“There is one, wise and truly awe-inspiring seated upon his throne.” But, “Be sincere of heart and steadfast, incline your ear and receive the word of understanding, undisturbed in time of adversity.”
It seems it is time the territories begin to think seriously of the overall future of life for the people in their respective territories and what the word ‘independence’ really means.
