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child must be prevented from learning because of language barriers and called for every child to be conversant in the language of the state, as well as their native language.
The Head of State said that in addition to providing improved social services such as quality healthcare to the residents of Baramita, his administration is working with the regional administration to improve communication and infrastructure since these are critical to the development of enterprises and the delivery of services, the press release stated. After the village meeting, Granger visited the site of the almost completed $82 million Government complex, which now houses the new Baramita Primary and Nursery School buildings, the Medical Centre, teachers and nurse’s quarters. He noted that the complex is part of the development of a model that will be replicated in other hinterland communities. Other Government offices will be added to the complex over time.
Regional Chairman, Brentnol Ashley noted that the Regional Administration is committed to working with the central Government for the good of all the residents of the Region, the press release stated. Ashley expressed his satisfaction with the leading role the President has been taking in ensuring their security.
Toshao of Baramita, Trevor Matthews said that it is the first time in his memory that a Head of State has visited the community, according to the MoP’s media statement. The Toshao thanked the president and his team for giving their village the attention it was receiving in areas such as health, education and birth certificates.
Minister of Public Affairs, Dawn Hastings-Williams noted that Government will continue to work closely with the community to ensured continued development for residents.
Accompanying the President during the visit were Chief of Staff of the GDF, Mr. Patrick West, member of the National Security Committee, Brigadier Bruce Lovell and Senior Superintendent Kevin Adonis, GPF Divisional Commander.
Within the last two weeks, President Granger has also visited the frontline communities of Whitewater in Region One, and Kaikan in Region Seven.