| Excerpt from the 2008 Budget Address House of Assembly, Nevis Monday 17th December 2008 by Hon. Joseph Parry Premier & Minister responsible for Disaster Management PREMIER'S MINISTRY 24. Madam President, current expenditure in the Legal Department is expected to increase by 4.8 percent for the purpose of salary and allowance of legal counsel and the employment of additional staff. The Premier's Ministry increased by 9 percent to cover the cost of employing additional School Crossing Guards, Court Reporters, and Bailiffs. Significant sums will also be spent on the purchase of law books, and furniture and equipment for the offices at the Court House. DISASTER MANAGEMENT Additional resources will also be given to the Disaster Management Department. These resources will be used to: a. draft and implement a new disaster plan for hazards; b. develop comprehensive disaster management plans for the districts and communities in Nevis; c. develop a five year comprehensive disaster management strategy, and d. establish natural hazard impact assessment guidelines for development projects. BUDGET ADDRESS SUMMARY BUDGET DEBATE LIVE ON VON RADIO (takes a min) FULL BUDGET ADDRESS |
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