Archive for July 22nd, 2009

If Alutrint is such a good “economic fit” ( Philip Julien) why is it being granted so many tax goodies?

If Alutrint is such a good “economic fit” ( Philip Julien) why is it being granted so many tax goodies?
Legal Notice No 161
The Fiscal Incentives Act: 85:01
ORDER
Made by the President Under Section 10 of the Fiscal Incentives Act
THE FISCAL INCENTIVES (ALUTRINT) ORDER, 2008 . . .
The Company classified as a highly capital intensive enterprise under [...]

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Alutrint, Philip Julien, Conrad Enill, Professor Ken Julien must abide by the seven principles of Public Life

Alutrint, Philip Julien, Conrad Enill, Professor Ken Julien must abide by the seven principles of Public Life.
By Nicole Fernandes
Senior Legal Advisor (Social Policy and Planning Legislation)
Ministry of the Attorney General
“The Seven Principles of Public Life are as follows:
1. Selflessness – Holders of public office should take decisions solely in terms of the public interest. They [...]

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