This is a sad state of affairs. Anytime an adult works with and around children, he/she should have a background check. We often think of this in the school environment. This should also apply to community organizations, churches as well as taxi and jitney drivers. **Times have changed and so must the requirements for working around our children.****
I commend Long Island MP Loretta Butler-Turner for her actions. I would be greatly disappointed in her if she failed to slap him on behalf of all women. “No” means “No” and “Stop” means “Stop”. This is the very reason why this is one of the most under-reported offenses that few want to discuss openly because it does happen often on the job.
No matter what men folk say of how the MP should have handled it, it is still “sexual harassment” in the work place. This causes a hostile and uncomfortable work environment. The Fort Charlotte MP was warned and he continued. Most men who behave in this manner actually act as if they are doing someone a favor and how dare one not appreciate what they think is a flattering form of attention.
Unwanted touching is violating one’s personal space and the person doing the touching needs to be called out for it. Why should this be dealt with in privacy so this person who feels so entitled can move along to make another person the target?
Unacceptable behavior that must be addressed immediately includes physical threats, abusive language, offensive jokes, put-downs and intimidation tactics. Many times the offender takes advantage of committing these offenses in isolation. But there are those who are bold and have the nerve to do this in public with an arm around you and whispering in your ear.
This should not be tolerated and this is the perfect forum to suspend or terminate the offender. This would be the perfect example for others to see how the work environment protects the workers of the government and all its people. Be and show respect for your colleagues especially when you are in the public eye.
I commend Long Island MP Loretta Butler-Turner for her actions. I would be greatly disappointed in her if she failed to slap him on behalf of all women. “No” means “No”. This is the very reason why this is one of the most under-reported offenses that few want to discuss openly because it does happen often on the job.
No matter what men folk say of how the MP should have handled it, it is still “sexual harassment” in the work place. This causes a hostile and uncomfortable work environment. The Fort Charlotte MP was warned and he continued. Most men who behave in this manner actually act as if they are doing someone a favor and how dare one not appreciate what they think is a flattering form of attention.
Unwanted touching is violating one’s personal space and the person doing the touching needs to be called out for it. Why should this be dealt with in privacy so this person who feels so entitled can move along to make another person the target.
Unacceptable behavior that must be addressed immediately includes physical threats, abusive language, offensive jokes, put-downs and intimidation tactics. Many times the offender takes advantage of committing these offenses in isolation. But there are those who are bold and have the nerve to do this in public with an arm around you and whispering in your ear.
This should not be tolerated and this is the perfect forum to suspend or terminate the offender. This would be the perfect example for others to see how the work environment protects the workers of the government and all its people.
As as frequent visitor of the Bahamas, it breaks my heart every time I read about crime like this. True, crime happens everywhere. Maybe it is the awful truth about crime today. For years, people who were traveling to the Bahamas would always ask me where to stay and what to do. Those were the ‘good old days’. Now, I have to honestly tell those who ask that things have changed and crime is a big problem.
Years ago when one would take a cruise to Jamaica, they would warn all of the guests disembarking the ship that you do so at your own risk. They would advise us not to get into taxis without the red government license plates. (Red Flag)
Those arriving by air would be warned by travel agents not leave the resort.( Red Flag)
Reading the Guardian and Tribune on line daily and checking the reports and updates put out by the U.S. Embassy makes it quite clear that a hard-earned vacation could be a disaster.
I can’t imagine visiting the Bahamas and have to be confined to Paradise Island or the new Bahamar. I like traveling all around the island to see how things have changed. I like going to shops over the hill. I like eating over the hill. I like going to church over the hill. I’m saddened and should not be afraid to do these things anymore.
There should be an "Emergency Information" center. In the event of an emergency, a site or posting space where timely information is provided to the community which is updated or revised.
I would wish to be notified in advance if weather conditions, fire, material accident or if criminals have breached security. This would also put medical staff and other professional trained staff on alert if more assistance is needed.
Other Important Phone Numbers should be listed and well as how to advise the public.
Alright now, enough is enough! The red flags about these “dog attacks” have been waving steady for some time now.
Again, what is it going to take to really get you to act? A death?
In these days of “social media”, one can easily see when Harbour Island first knew about this problem. What action (s) have been taken?
Just as word does spread about Harbour Island being a beautiful place to visit, word gets out about crime. and that spreads...... and word certainly about these vicious dog attacks spread as well.
This is a problem that has to be solved immediately to protect the reputation and the beauty that the island is known for.
I, of all people, love Harbour Island and visited numerous times over many years. And for years, I’ve been telling people about the Pink Sand Beaches, shown video, photos, the kindness of people and promoted its tranquility.
Anytime I’ve been ill or hospitalized, I’ve come to Harbour Island to speed up my recovery.
I do want to even imagine the Pink Sand Beaches being associated with the red stained beaches of vicious dog attacks. There are many other beautiful beaches in the Carribbean.
Years ago when I lived in Nassau, I used to frequently purchase plants from a Nursery on Village Rd. near the roundabout. One day when I was there shopping, I saw customers running for the door in lightning speed with the most horrified looks on their faces. I did not ask any questions and I took off too. Come to find out, a huge snake was delivered along with plants and soil of a shipping container which came from South America.
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This is a sad state of affairs. Anytime an adult works with and around children, he/she should have a background check. We often think of this in the school environment. This should also apply to community organizations, churches as well as taxi and jitney drivers. **Times have changed and so must the requirements for working around our children.****
On Call to clean up bus system
Posted 3 February 2014, 6:46 p.m. Suggest removal
Interesting says...
I commend Long Island MP Loretta Butler-Turner for her actions. I would be greatly disappointed in her if she failed to slap him on behalf of all women. “No” means “No” and “Stop” means “Stop”. This is the very reason why this is one of the most under-reported offenses that few want to discuss openly because it does happen often on the job.
No matter what men folk say of how the MP should have handled it, it is still “sexual harassment” in the work place. This causes a hostile and uncomfortable work environment. The Fort Charlotte MP was warned and he continued. Most men who behave in this manner actually act as if they are doing someone a favor and how dare one not appreciate what they think is a flattering form of attention.
Unwanted touching is violating one’s personal space and the person doing the touching needs to be called out for it. Why should this be dealt with in privacy so this person who feels so entitled can move along to make another person the target?
Unacceptable behavior that must be addressed immediately includes physical threats, abusive language, offensive jokes, put-downs and intimidation tactics. Many times the offender takes advantage of committing these offenses in isolation. But there are those who are bold and have the nerve to do this in public with an arm around you and whispering in your ear.
This should not be tolerated and this is the perfect forum to suspend or terminate the offender. This would be the perfect example for others to see how the work environment protects the workers of the government and all its people. Be and show respect for your colleagues especially when you are in the public eye.
On Butler-Turner and Rollins apologise
Posted 14 June 2013, 2:06 p.m. Suggest removal
Interesting says...
I commend Long Island MP Loretta Butler-Turner for her actions. I would be greatly disappointed in her if she failed to slap him on behalf of all women. “No” means “No”. This is the very reason why this is one of the most under-reported offenses that few want to discuss openly because it does happen often on the job.
No matter what men folk say of how the MP should have handled it, it is still “sexual harassment” in the work place. This causes a hostile and uncomfortable work environment. The Fort Charlotte MP was warned and he continued. Most men who behave in this manner actually act as if they are doing someone a favor and how dare one not appreciate what they think is a flattering form of attention.
Unwanted touching is violating one’s personal space and the person doing the touching needs to be called out for it. Why should this be dealt with in privacy so this person who feels so entitled can move along to make another person the target.
Unacceptable behavior that must be addressed immediately includes physical threats, abusive language, offensive jokes, put-downs and intimidation tactics. Many times the offender takes advantage of committing these offenses in isolation. But there are those who are bold and have the nerve to do this in public with an arm around you and whispering in your ear.
This should not be tolerated and this is the perfect forum to suspend or terminate the offender. This would be the perfect example for others to see how the work environment protects the workers of the government and all its people.
On ‘I slapped Rollins after lewd remark’
Posted 13 June 2013, 6:23 p.m. Suggest removal
Interesting says...
As as frequent visitor of the Bahamas, it breaks my heart every time I read about crime like this. True, crime happens everywhere. Maybe it is the awful truth about crime today. For years, people who were traveling to the Bahamas would always ask me where to stay and what to do. Those were the ‘good old days’. Now, I have to honestly tell those who ask that things have changed and crime is a big problem.
Years ago when one would take a cruise to Jamaica, they would warn all of the guests disembarking the ship that you do so at your own risk. They would advise us not to get into taxis without the red government license plates. (Red Flag)
Those arriving by air would be warned by travel agents not leave the resort.( Red Flag)
Reading the Guardian and Tribune on line daily and checking the reports and updates put out by the U.S. Embassy makes it quite clear that a hard-earned vacation could be a disaster.
I can’t imagine visiting the Bahamas and have to be confined to Paradise Island or the new Bahamar. I like traveling all around the island to see how things have changed. I like going to shops over the hill. I like eating over the hill. I like going to church over the hill. I’m saddened and should not be afraid to do these things anymore.
On Tourists robbed at downtown night spot
Posted 24 May 2013, 3:50 p.m. Suggest removal
Interesting says...
There should be an "Emergency Information" center. In the event of an emergency, a site or posting space where timely information is provided to the community which is updated or revised.
I would wish to be notified in advance if weather conditions, fire, material accident or if criminals have breached security. This would also put medical staff and other professional trained staff on alert if more assistance is needed.
Other Important Phone Numbers should be listed and well as how to advise the public.
On Should the police have warned the public immediately on the recent spate of rapes?
Posted 7 July 2012, 12:06 p.m. Suggest removal
Interesting says...
Alright now, enough is enough! The red flags about these “dog attacks” have been waving steady for some time now.
Again, what is it going to take to really get you to act? A death?
In these days of “social media”, one can easily see when Harbour Island first knew about this problem. What action (s) have been taken?
Just as word does spread about Harbour Island being a beautiful place to visit, word gets out about crime. and that spreads...... and word certainly about these vicious dog attacks spread as well.
This is a problem that has to be solved immediately to protect the reputation and the beauty that the island is known for.
I, of all people, love Harbour Island and visited numerous times over many years. And for years, I’ve been telling people about the Pink Sand Beaches, shown video, photos, the kindness of people and promoted its tranquility.
Anytime I’ve been ill or hospitalized, I’ve come to Harbour Island to speed up my recovery.
I do want to even imagine the Pink Sand Beaches being associated with the red stained beaches of vicious dog attacks. There are many other beautiful beaches in the Carribbean.
On Another tourist is attacked by dogs
Posted 11 June 2012, 6:39 p.m. Suggest removal
Interesting says...
Years ago when I lived in Nassau, I used to frequently purchase plants from a Nursery on Village Rd. near the roundabout. One day when I was there shopping, I saw customers running for the door in lightning speed with the most horrified looks on their faces. I did not ask any questions and I took off too. Come to find out, a huge snake was delivered along with plants and soil of a shipping container which came from South America.
Makes One Wonder!
On Fears that snake was a deadly cobra
Posted 24 May 2012, 6:29 p.m. Suggest removal