The Guyana Public Service Union (GPSU) is pressing forward with its representation of Matron Colleen HicksGPSU’s Senior Industrial Relations Officer, Mr Dennis Englishwhose service as Director of Nursing Services was last week Monday terminated by Chief Executive Officer, Mr Michael Khan.GPSU’s Senior Industrial Relations Officer, Mr Dennis English, yesterday told this publication that while reports suggest that Hicks’ service was terminated, the GPSU does not accept this as an accurate state of affairs.“We have evidence to show that it cannot be concluded in three months,Cheap Jerseys,” said English, as he revealed that based on a contract Hicks entered with the GPHC on April 7, 2015 her service cannot come to an end until 2018.He pointed out that even if there are concerns about her conduct based on industrial practices Hicks is entitled to a hearing before any decision can be made as it relates to her service.“We have considered all of the allegations and even if someone failed to carry out instructions you can’t be accuser and judge. Those draconian measures don’t work anymore; people have rights. Even if a person commits murder that person has a right to a hearing, and it is the same doctrine of equity that exists in this case,” said English of Hicks’ case.Khan had detailed a series of actions carried out by Hicks which were tantamount to “gross insubordination” which he claimed was grounds for the termination of her service when her probation period matured on June 15, 2015.GPHC’s CEO,Mr Michael KhanWhile a copy of the employment contract Hicks signed with the GPHC does not outline that she could be terminated during her probationary period,Wholesale Authentic NFL Jerseys, an addendum to the very employment contract, seen by this publication, dated May 7, 2015, and signed by both parties, states that “the person engaged shall be required to serve a probation period of no less than three months or a maximum of six months.”Although the addendum was not seen by the GPSU,NFL Jerseys China Online, which was adamant that Hicks had no probationary period,China Jerseys, English yesterday noted that that “we have a procedure that cannot be curtailed or breached. She has the right to a hearing…Even if someone breaches the fundamental aspect of things you don’t arbitrarily make a decision; you can’t be guided by malice.”According to him, although the GPSU in a correspondence to the CEO demanded the immediate withdrawal of Hicks’ termination “we are watching and waiting. We are not an uncaring group of people. We are allowing them to do what needs to be done…we are patient.”This is light of the fact, English noted, that there have been discussions with the Minister of Health, Dr George Norton, and Permanent Secretary, Mr Leslie Cadogan.“We know what directions were given and we hope that good sense will prevail,” said English,NFL Jerseys Cheap Authentic, as he pointed out that “we have shown where the CEO has given information that is not accurate…we are guided by our evidence.”The Senior Industrial Relations Officer pointed out, too, that the CEO is well aware of the procedure that must be followed, even as he emphasised that if there is a change of policy at the hospital it must be agreed upon together with the Union.“They can’t arbitrarily change policies,China Cheap Jerseys,” said English, as he made reference to reports that the CEO is seeking legal advice on the way forward with the matter.“He is entitled to whatever legal advice he wants, but that doesn’t change the procedure; that is not necessarily the law but an opinion,” said English. “We are maintaining our position and are prepared to intensify our position if the need arises.”According to English, the CEO has in the past sought to take actions that were not in accordance with stipulated policies and “we had them corrected then because of our intervention; he has done this before and he is doing it again.”But should the GPSU’s recommendation not be adhered to, English warned that already “we a have started to put measures in place that will have far-reaching effects if implemented.”

The Cove and John Ashram on the East Coast Demerara officially launched its 7,000 square-foot Zara Learning Centre last Saturday which includes a state of the art Public Library, a computer Graphic Centre, a video/Audio Centre, Reprograph Centre and an internet research Area which is a division of Hindu College of Technology.In attendance were Minister of Agriculture, Robert Persaud, Minister of Education, Shaik Baksh and Minister within the Ministry of Health, Dr. Bheri Ramsaran, with other dignitaries. There were also two Swamis — Swami Shiveshwaranandaji from New York and Swami Bhajananandaji from Canada.An award was given to Milinda Thornhill for volunteerism which is considered the best someone could give of themselves.Slyvia Sobhraj cuts the ribbon to the new centre According to Sasenarine Kowlessar, who chaired the event, there are three persons that must be acknowledged as the brains behind the Zara Learning Centre, — Jay Sobhraj, Sarwan Budhu and Nardeo Singh.It was also said that approximately US$300,000 was spent on the facility.According to Swami Bhajananandaji ,? In its half-a- century of existence, the Ashram has touched and transformed for the better, the lives of thousands of believers and well-wishers. But the work does not stop here. The ashram continues reaching out to many, bringing peace, solace,Cheap Jerseys NFL China, comfort reinforcing a conviction, offering the true concept to souls, that the Guru is God and all is possible through His grace.According to Jay Sobhraj, who has been an overseas-based Guyanese for 40 years, the word Zara is derived from an old Arabian word which means a beautiful flower in the desert.He added that the two Swamis have made a great impact on the development of the Ashram. He said that children must strive to develop their lives greater than their parents and maintain the standards and principles of the Ashram.He explained the Ashram is a collective organisation with the human race in attendance and where all religions are welcome.According to Sarwan Budhu, one of the long-serving members of the Ashram, money cannot buy education. That has to be developed from within.Sylvia Sobhraj, the wife of Jay Sobhraj said that she was a member of the Ashram and her husband received inspiration and empowerment from positive thoughts to develop the ashram.She said that people should realise the power of the mind and when the mind becomes enlightened new ways are found to unlock the true potential which can make anything achievable.According to Nardeo Singh, who specialises in Computer technology, the Ashram is a learning centre where adults and children can visit to increase their literacy and knowledge.The library that will be filled with books from various donors. He said that through a partnership with the Ministry of Education, 50 persons from the East Coast and 50 from the West Coast Demerara will be given an opportunity to qualify themselves as Technical Engineers.Through a visual recording the Spiritual Director,Supply NFL Jerseys, Vidyanandaji Maharaj (from New York) said the Ashram is a multifaceted learning centre that facilitates the education drive in modern society, while education is the key to transformation and development.According to Minister Baksh, education is the soul of society and the institution seeks to modernise Guyana, eliminate illiteracy and promote tolerance.He said education is growth and the government invests the largest percentage of the budget to education each year.? While more public and private educational institutions are needed to develop the community and society as a whole.He added that President Bharrat Jagdeo has stated over a five-year period beginning from 2008, all Secondary Schools should have computers.? In addition, the Government seeks to bring a fibre optic cable from Brazil in April.He said the government has trained 600 teachers over a six-month period,China NFL Jerseys, and will be donating special tool kits to increase the literacy skill In the Ashram. While the government is aiming to have over 60 per cent literacy rate in the country.He noted that a Multi Media Centre will be established where visual programmes would be available to educate a student which was a vision by the President.? In addition, parents must ensure children go to school to ensure that they are not robbed of a proper education.He explained a National Mentoring Programme is needed where various organisations would be called forward to assist in development of children.? And moral education must be instilled in the school system and skill building.According to Ministry of Agriculture, Robert Persaud,Cheap NFL Jerseys, who expressed gratitude to the Diaspora, Guyana needs to leapfrog into the future through

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A year has passed since 10-year-old Annastacia Higgins has been suffering from an enlarged colon, a situation if not treated urgently at this time, could result in her untimely death.The startling discovery her mother, Amelia Seemangal told this newspaper,Wholesale NFL Jerseys, was made when the child was being examined by a doctor at Cincinnati Children’s Colorectal Centre in the United States last year.And this unfortunate development, according to Seemangal,Cheap NFL Jerseys China, a resident of 67 Second Street Prospect, East Bank Demerara, comes on the heels of efforts to rectify another disease from which Annastacia had suffered since she was five.Seemangal recounted that at the tender age the girl was diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s disease and had undergone four major surgeries locally. However, it was observed after the surgeries that the child’s anal canal was not completely closed and as such she became incapable of recognising when she needed to defecate.Annastacia’s condition would worsen in 2007 with her developing a urinary tract infection, leading doctors to advise Seemangal to seek medical assistance overseas as Guyana, up to that time,Cheap Jerseys From China, did not have specialists to undertake a corrective operation.After garnering financial assistance from members of the public, business owners and the Ministry of Health, the woman said that she was able to take her daughter to the United States for the necessary treatment. And it was while she was undergoing a bowel management programme that it was detected that Annastacia had developed an enlarged colon which according to doctors at the Cincinnati facility, can only be corrected by having surgery.However,NFL Jerseys Supply, the lack of finances to complete the crucial procedure saw doctors advising Seemangal how to care for her daughter until they are able to operate on her.The doctors are hopeful that they could operate on the girl this month due to the dire nature of her condition. The visibly shaken woman said that one doctor had even expressed surprise that her daughter was even still alive because of the size of the colon at the time of his investigation.Seemangal said that based on the doctors’ advice, Annastacia has been placed on an exclusively high fibre diet and is obligated to take laxatives on a regular basis.An estimate from the Cincinnati facility placed the cost of the operation in the vicinity of US$69,Wholesale Authentic Jerseys,290. However, with the additional cost for travelling and accommodation, Seemangal disclosed that the entire venture is likely to amount to about US75, 000.So far, she has been assured of US$5,Wholesale NFL Jerseys China,000 assistance from the Ministry of Health and has been afforded the sum of $147,260 through public offerings.Those desirous of rendering assistance towards Annastacia’s crucial operation could do so by contacting Amelia Seemangal on telephone numbers 265-3924 or 627-6859 or make financial contributions to GBTI account number S1AI 044142 as soon as possible.