Politics

Hector John Granted Bail as Electoral Protest Fallout Grows

The political consequences of Dominica’s recently passed electoral reform legislation continue to unfold as former Salisbury MP Hector “Spag” John and two other men were granted bail on Monday followi

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Tear Gas and Clashes in Dominica as Parliament Debates Electoral Reform

What began as a peaceful demonstration outside Parliament escalated into a tense standoff on Wednesday as police fired tear gas and rubber bullets at protesters voicing o

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Dominica and Caribbean Leaders Resist U.S. Pressure Over Cuban Medical Program

Dominica’s Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit and fellow Caribbean leaders have taken a united stance, resisting renewed pressure from the United States to discontinue medical collaborations with Cuba.

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DPSU Responds to Venue Dispute Raised by DPF President

The Dominica Public Service Union (DPSU) has responded to allegations made by Dominica Business Forum Inc. President Severin McKenzie, who criticised the union’s handling of venue arrangements for a r

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Court Permanently Halts Incitement Case Against Former UWP Leaders After Eight Years

After an eight-year legal battle, Dominica’s High Court has permanently stayed the incitement case against former United Workers Party (UWP) leaders, describing the proceedings as an abuse of process.

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UPP’s Joshua Francis Outlines Plan to Phase Out CBI Programme

The United Progressive Party (UPP) is proposing a shift away from Dominica’s Citizenship By Investment (CBI) Programme, with plans to phase it out if elected to government gradually. Addressing suppor

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Dr. Fontaine Calls for Dismissal of Charges Against UWP Leaders

The long-standing court case against United Workers Party (UWP) leaders continues to raise questions, with Political Leader Dr. Thomson Fontaine asserting that the matter is politically driven and lac

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UWP’s Thomson Fontaine Vows to Continue Legal Battle Amid Delays

Another delay has marred the long-running legal case involving United Workers Party (UWP) Political Leader Dr. Thomson Fontaine. The hearing scheduled for January 20, 2025, marked his 20th court appea

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Dominica’s Electoral Reform Bills Head to Parliament Amid Controversy

The Electoral Reform Coalition (ERC) has criticized the government’s approach to introducing electoral reform bills, alleging a lack of transparency and insufficient public notice. According to

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