At the same time - he stressed the two main political parties must put their differences aside and work together on affairs of state.

But King doubts the Prime Minister’s sincerity and has accused him of being duplicitous.

Last week King claimed the Castries City Council unjustifiably dismissed CCC contractors because of their political affiliation with the UWP-the municipality vehemently denies the charges explaining the terminations were based solely on legal and financial factors.

King remains unyielding on the issue of political co-operation. He has also shrugged off the Prime Minister’s suggestion  he severe ties with embattled Castries Central MP Richard Frederick who Dr. Anthony claims hurt the image of the UWP at the polls.

King is also not worried about the Prime Minister’s revelations of a thorough investigation into the stewardship of his administration.

He says Dr. Anthony is free to conduct any investigation he so desires at this point in time and he has a clear conscious, secure in the knowledge his government worked in the interest of Saint Lucians.

The former Prime Minister has called on Dr Anthony to reconcile his differences with the people of Saint Lucia and not the leadership of the UWP.

Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Francis Claxton is asked to contact the Richfond Police Station at 456 3690 or the nearest Police Station.

Johnson has a conspicuous mole on the left side of her face between her nose and upper lip; her hair is straightened and of average length.

Authorities in Barbados are attempting to remove the incentive to obtain cash for stolen goods, by revising outdated legislation.

The Law Enforcement community there wants to make it mandatory for individuals offering jewelry and metals for sale to be paid by cheque, thereby reducing the risk of violent crime.

Here in Saint Lucia the cash for gold scheme is not illicit and Francois reiterates there is no proof as yet of a crime trend on the island. However the police will remain vigilant.

Business man, Andrew Etienne, proprietor of Etienne’s Jewelry was attacked and robbed by two cutlass wielding assailants who made off with all the Jewelry in the store.

Etienne sustained injuries to his head and hands and the culprits are still at large. Anyone with information in the matter is asked to contact the Criminal Investigation Department.

Bristol says while the incident which has since led to charges being filed against attorney Marius Wilson was tragic, it is also an isolated case.

Bristol says proposals for firearm owners to be away from their weapons at any point in time are more risky than making them wear the weapons.

Bristol also believes it is not realistic to have firearms stored at public events. Anthony Bristol says responsible licensed firearm holders shouldn’t be held accountable for the possible mistakes of one person.
Wilson is currently on $10,000 bail –his next court date in the matter is in July.

The matter was adjourned to Monday 25th June.

On Carnival Monday July 16th it will be Cozy Guzzlers starting the Parade of the Bands followed in order by Royalites Extreme, Rituals, Just 4 Fun, St Lucian Spirits, Red Unlimited, Toxic Nation, La Mosaique, XS Neo, Lushan TNT Connection and finally Looshan Revellers.

Carnival Bands Association President – Adrian Augier – says this is the first time bands have selected the order of appearance so early into Carnival.

It is part of a changed agenda that includes an earlier proposed start to the Parade of Bands.

The bands have also proposed three judging points this year. For two of those – Augier says the Association is hoping to partner with the private sector.

Already a favourable response has come from the Saint Lucia Chamber of Commerce.

The third proposed judging point is the William Peter Boulevard – a traditional part of the Carnival route – the Boulevard has not been traversed by bands in several years.

The decisions were made during a Carnival Bands Association meeting this past Saturday June 9th.
Also up for discussion was the application of the Extreme Kiddies Carnival Band.

Band Leader Beverley Thomas made headlines last week when she railed against the Association for not allowing her to portray her costumes during the launch of Carnival.

Augier later revealed the decision was not his but that of the Stakeholders Committee in charge of the event and further Thomas was not a member of the Association.

Ten adult bands and a still undecided number of junior bands are expected to participate in this year’s Carnival.

The National Conservation Authority, the body responsible for safeguarding Saint Lucia’s beaches says steps are being taken to address this problem.

General Manager, Denise Collymore says the NCA has sought expert advice to preserve the lives of locals and visitors.

Collymore acknowledges securing the island’s beaches is a necessity. However she assures the public the process is underway and should be completed in few months.

The NCA says while the onus is on the agency to provide adequate life guard services individuals must also act responsibly.

She has called for vigilance on the part of adults especially parents. Collymore recommends that in absence of the required services, parents and guardians must keep a close eye on their children when visiting the beach.

Xavier says the junior Minister will also be used as the youthful face of Tourism, participating in other activities including an annual Tourism Conference.

Immediate past Junior Tourism Minister- Blossom Fregis says the experience contributed to her character development.

Fregis also has some advice for future Junior Ministers. St. Mary’s College came first and second in Tuesday’s National Public Speaking Competition.