Grenada delays controversial COVID-19 Bill

The COVID-19 Control Bill will not be tabled in Grenada after all.
It was pulled following unrest over the weekend from certain quarters that the Bill was unconstitutional, unnecessary and would have extended the emergency powers for a year.
The government says it accepts responsibility for not ensuring that the public had a full explanation of the Bill before attempting to take it to Parliament.
It says the Bill was drafted nearly after four months of managing the SARS-CoV-2 National crisis.
The State says the sole intention of the Bill was to protect Grenadians, especially now that the government has taken the decision to reopen the country’s borders.
It notes while the Bill does not significantly change the existing legislation and does not contravene the island’s Constitution, the government has listened to the concerns raised and will delay the process to give an opportunity to address these concerns.
Meanwhile, the government reiterates the importance of putting systems in place to ensure there is no outbreak of COVID-19 in Grenada.
It again appeals to Grenadians not to become complacent but to follow all the protocols and regulations that are in place.
Author Profile
Monika Walker is a senior journalist specializing in regional and international politics, offering in-depth analysis on governance, diplomacy, and key global developments. With a degree in International Journalism, she is dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices through factual reporting. She also covers world news across every genre, providing readers with balanced and timely insights that connect the Caribbean to global conversations.
Latest
- Shockwaves in Utah: Trump ally Charlie Kirk shot dead in dea...
-
Second US citizen shot dead in Trinidad: 24-year-old killed... -
Antigua expands air cargo network, 7Air begins weekly U.S. s... -
Belize: Workplace fight leaves one injured, another facing s... -
Kamla Persad-Bissessar sparks debate after rejecting Colombi...