Caribbean Report 06-01-1989

Abstract

The European Commission gets a new Development Commissioner in the name of Manuel Marin. Although there is some measure of skepticism of Marin in his new role at the EC and his support for ACP countries, it could be good news for the Caribbean. New immigration guidelines introduced in Britain on January 3rd, no longer allow British MPs to appeal direct to the Home Office Minister on behalf of overseas visitors who have been denied entry into the country. MPs can only appeal after the visitor returns to his or her country, unless there are exceptional and compelling circumstances. The report concludes with a look at what the British newspapers has been saying that are of interest to the Caribbean. Reports include Princess Diana's vacation in the Caribbean; Fran Bruno's trainer, George Francis; Ben Johnson's coach to testify; and former athlete, Daley Thompson wants stiffer penalties for users of drugs in sports.