seeking an urgent meeting with the Prime Minister and the Minister of National Security in order to further address its growing concerns about crime.

A release from the Chamber earlier this week stated in part that "The worsening state of criminal activity in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis is fast exhausting the tolerance level and the patience of the people of our Country”.

In its release it was noted that The Chamber’s Board of Directors is also concerned about Government’s recent decision to retain the services of former Attorney General, Dr Dennis Merchant, and former Commissioner of Police, Mr Robert Jeffers, to assist and advise on the way forward in responding to our crime wave.

Both of these gentlemen have had the opportunity to make a positive impact on reducing crime and have been proven unsuccessful during their respective tenures.

The Chamber also re-affirms its well-documented position that crime is a national scourge that demands a national response and, as such, the Organisation is ready - as always - to support Government and law enforcement agencies in addressing this issue in a holistic and effective manner."