Antigua St John's - Chairman of the Antigua Labour Party Gaston Browne says he is yet to receive a response from Prime Minister Baldwin Spencer regarding his recently announced position that the requested inquiry into the controversial Wadadli Power Plant was deemed unnecessary and would therefore not go forward.
Browne was responding to questions from Caribarena.com following the Prime Minister’s statements on Tuesday on a local radio program.
The ALP Chairman said he was uncertain whether the PM was referring to the subject of a Commission of Inquiry or that of an Independent Investigation, since the question he responded to was posed on the grounds of the former.
“I do not understand if (the PM) is talking about an independent inquiry which is indeed expensive, but if he has become despotic about the matter then it is definitely a (cause) for concern,” Browne said.
The MP said he needed clarity on the matter as well as an insight into the proposed Cabinet meeting over the weekend.
“(Spencer) leaves everybody to speculate that he has something to hide and that there is indeed something wrong with the power plant,” Browne said.
He noted that the ALP position was for a Commission of Inquiry and not an independent investigation, which is what he (Browne) had asked for in his meeting of last week.
“I don't want to suggest that merely an investigation is acceptable to the ALP but it is not acceptable for the Prime Minister to flatly refuse to account,” Browne said, suggesting that such a refusal constitutes grounds for his (the PM’s) removal from office in the interest of transparency and accountability.
The plan of action in this regard could be the customary march through the streets of St. Johns, which Browne believes would undoubtedly generate more than enough support from the public.
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Guns for South Africa???
Vere C. Bird III
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
They're poor, desperate, corrupt and have a seat in the UN. Am I the only person who sees that we may someday look back at the Stanford International Bank fiasco and think "US$ 7 billion, is that all?" I know as someone who stood on his roof eleven years ago and watched almost three thousand people die before my eyes, and lived several years in Antigua, I would have to say, "yea, I saw that coming a decade away".
Reality
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
OK, maybe some good can come of this. Clearly, the investors had little knowledge of what kind of place Antigua is. This is a "Black" country who transshipped arms to the South African Apartheid government when virtually the entire world was observing an embargo. They allowed Gerald Bull to use their coast for a prototype of a ballistic cannon for Saddam Hussein capable of reaching Israel (the Mossad apparently took care of that by slipping a bullet into his cranium). They allowed John Allen Mohammad to sell genuine Antiguan passports to Allah only knows who while he was recruiting and training Lee Malvo for the DC sniper attacks. They were one of the pioneers of illegal internet gambling.
Reality
Turbulent Weather Forecast as the Pressure Trendlines Spiral Down!
The Hon Min of Public Works has been the first to walk the Distance Road.
The Good Hon Dr. PM with Responsibility has knowingly, as power outages is the norm, questions the management of dirty power being transmitted. As the Vendor at the market says: "Pay Attention!" MBS! Quote: Direct you to Relations with Stakeholders, Transparency & Disclosure.www.oecd.org/dataoecd/46/51/34803211.pdf
John French II
@ John French II
...said Corporation has many subsidiaries (Independent Governments, Territories, etc which have to abide by that Corporation Laws, by-laws
Fool me once, I am a donkey, fool me twice, I am now a hybrid/a mule, fool me three times, I am a clone/ostrich, you know the symbolic meaning of each one of those animals
Jumbee Picknee
@ John French II
Jumbee Picknee
@Naiomi
Vere C. Bird III
Investigation
Vere Bird III should also be aware just like all other barrister(arres ter), lawyer(liaz), magistrate(cast rator) or judge(grudge)
If they read their oath in legalese and not English.
THE STRUGGLE CONTINUES...
Jumbee Picknee
@Naiomi
I was never a big fan of the Election Petitions either although I helped out on that one more than most. It is time for the Antiguans and Babudans to stand up and be counted.
I feel your same amount of anguish over the matter. I am registering the Lone Wolf Protesters as a Friendly Society and appoint trustees and executives and we will run Baldwin and the chinese connection out of town with or without the assistance of the opposition politicians. Please feel free to join us Ill let you know when its finished being registered contact be by email or cell: vcb321
Long Live Antigua & Barbuda!!
Vere C. Bird III
"No Means No!" PT2
The Reds should be engaging in educating and mobilising the electorate for the coming election which is less than two years away. The electorate must be under no illusions that the Good Fortunes of the Nation will turn around in their first term during which time they will have every opportunity to Catch the Guilty.
Heaven help The Nation Of Antigua & Barbuda.
John French II
.....in full effect....
Jah let brimstone and fire rain down on these wicked souls to purge our Nation for your future generation
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Jumbee Picknee
naiomi
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tenman
"No Means No!"
I applaud the sentiment and suggested direction. "E nar hah pan!". The REDS will not spend their own money and the People will not Contribute. How many legal suits have they shouted out from Mount Grenville?
John French II
@ fnpsr
Read more: http://www.caribarena.com/antigua/news/latest/100976-browne-needs-clarity-on-pm-s-wpp-stance.html#addcomments#ixzz1zhUoTrbq
naiomi
@ Vere Bird III
Read more: http://www.caribarena.com/antigua/news/latest/100976-browne-needs-clarity-on-pm-s-wpp-stance.html#addcomments#ixzz1zhUQCMcH
naiomi
@ Vere Bird III and @ fspnr
naiomi
re: vere bird III re sarcasm
“Let’s fix the little things with RWE before we attempt to fix the real things.
fnpsr
@ Maco
Skyewill
Browne Needs Clarity On Pm's WPP Stance
Anu
@ Dr Dredd
I note also that Vere 3rd says "ditto" to your post! I therefore think that it seems clear that you both agree that Gaston Brown must be seen as "credible" (to use your own words).
If nothing else you guys have both sought to "Big Up" Mr Brown - even if the opposite was really your intention!
Read more: http://www.caribarena.com/antigua/news/latest/100976-browne-needs-clarity-on-pm-s-wpp-stance.html#ixzz1zg7AYl5c
Jackie Spence
@ fnpsr
It is
Morris
We need to know we got value for the money!
Dig It
re: morris
The “Techs” who went to China to oversee the manufacturing and testing of the engines, observed problems with the testing of the sampled engines, reported such and recommended a second visit to determine if the problems were remedied. The powers that be failed to ensure that the “techs” return to china to ensure that the problems previously identified were corrected and that the engines were fully functional. Because the powers that be failed to ensure that the engines were fully functional before acceptance, accepted defective engines. These defective engines are unable to perform according to specifications, leaking oil, rusting prematurely, browning out on a regular basis, requiring significant maintenance, resulting in significant downtime and have resulted in additional expense to the taxpayers, which were not anticipated. All of this could have been avoided had they simply followed the recommendation of the “techs” to return to China for another visit.
Let’s fix the little things with RWE before we attempt to fix the big things.”
fnpsr
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
VERE BIRD III
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
ANTIGUAN WOMAN
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
@Fnpsr
When they left China
It Is Me
re morris
However, the problem is that everybody is part of the problem. They are probably afraid because they don't want to be known for suing the government because they don't want to kill the goose that lays the golden egg. Translated, self first and island and anything else second. Notice the silence even among the bloggers, except for you and a few others.
"Let's fix the little things with RWE before we attempt to fix the big things."
fnpsr
Microwave Chef
..
tenman
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
Ian Best
Skyewill
Maco
What do you expect?
Maco
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
Politicians on both sides jus sick me tummock deez days.
Smoke n Mirrors
@ fnpsr
Morris
@Dr Dredd
Vere C. Bird III
and the band plays on - part 2 & final
If you don’t dare to fight you do not deserve to win.
“Let’s fix the little things with RWE before we attempt to fix the big things.”
fnpsr
E NEW
Skyewill
and the band plays on - part 1
We know the problems inherent under the FOIA. You are not going to get the information. The PM is not going to investigate himself. The GG is not going to authorize a COI. The PM basically says that nothing is wrong – end of story!
The only option, in my mind is a robust lawsuit. While many have said that this is expensive and time consuming, it is the only way to get through discovery what you couldn’t get through the FOIA or the investigation or the COI. There are many attorneys in Antigua and for the good of the country, they could offer their services “pro bono”.
fnpsr
@ morris
Skyewill
GAME OVER
PM -1, other-0
Skyewill
You lie!!!!
MAN has nothing to do with these engines the are made under licensee in china from an old German design for these engines that they sold to china.
MAN Germany has nothing to do with these physical engines according to MAN that's why there was no representative from MAN Germany at the Pressed conference, or maybe chef is the liar and the engines are brand new Chef can proof that Man has nothing to do with these engines can D2.PMBS say the same???
Microwave Chef
re: Slythatguy
"Let's fix the little things with RWE before we attempt to fix the big things."
fnpsr
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
Sea Greene
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
For the life of me, I cannot see why Gaston would need clarification on this matter. Baldwin has been very clear from the beginning. He has consistently refused to investigate this or any other matter of impropriety with his administration.
DadliMan
Gaston is a political baby
BS has to protect xx, who is his puppetmaster. Do you think xx dines and wines him and takes him to Mayo Clinic for nothing?
When xx says jump, BS just jumps.
Dr. Dredd
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
Fred
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
Hmm
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
Anonymous
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM's WPP Stance
SlyThatGuy
Dr Dr
If i was being paid to peddle information I wouldn't want the Gravy Train to be interrupted either - unless I was prepared to put country first!
In addition Lester has his own agenda! This is all so confusing that even I would want an Inquiry to have some of them ALP "Senior" members on the stand to answer questions. However, don't hold your breath.
Jackie Spence
independent investigation
..
tenman
Investigation
Me hab de church men an dem with me so me na kay! Mek dem continue to push me!
Baldwyn S
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
Hmmm
Pure "BS"
young analyst
@ Gaston Browne
Common sense
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
Morris
RE: Browne Needs Clarity on PM’s WPP Stance
Wowie
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