DASPA restricts access to airports in Dominica

The restrictions to the airports come with immediate effect
The restrictions to the airports come with immediate effect

The Dominica Air and Sea Ports Authority (DASPA) has said it is imposing a restriction, with immediate effect, on both airports on the island.

According to DASPA only those “that demonstrate that they have legitimate business at the airport will be granted access to the Douglas-Charles Airport and the Canefield Airport.”

Additionally, vehicles entering both airports will be checked before access is granted.

DASPA said both airports “operate and comply generally with common international civil aviation recognized practices and procedures, to assure the protection and safety of passengers, crew, ground personnel, the general public, aircraft and facilities of the airport against all acts of unlawful interference perpetuated on the ground or in flight.”

It said in accordance with international regulations “the necessary measures are taken by DASPA to assure the protection and safety of all persons utilizing the airports in Dominica in compliance with the standards and recommended practices …”

“In an effort to better educate the general public utilizing the airports in Dominica, the travelling and general public are reminded that the airport regulation stipulates that the airport is a restricted area,” the authority said in a release on Tuesday.

“Persons not willing to comply with the lawful instructions provided by a Police Officer or Security Officer at the Airport may be removed from the Airport,” DASPA went on to say. “Please be advised that all vehicles entering the Airport will be checked before being allowed into the restricted area of the Douglas-Charles Airport and the Canefield Airport. Vehicles that do not meet the requirements for entry shall not be allowed to enter the Airport.”

DASPA also said all vehicles entering the airports that do not meet the requirements for entry shall not be allowed to proceed.

“Any person who interferes with, tampers with or injures any part of the airport or any equipment will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law,” DASPA said. “In keeping with the DASPA Act 8 of 2006, Section 75, members of the general public are reminded that any person who unlawfully damages or in any way interferes with any lighthouse, buoy, beacon, ground light or other property of the Authority in such a manner as to endanger or as might endanger the life of any person commits an offence and shall be liable on conviction to imprisonment for a term of ten years.”

DASPA is calling on the general public to comply with the conditions.

“We urge all users of the airport to fully comply with the conditions for entry at the Airports by producing satisfactory evidence and the purpose of one’s presence at the airport to be allowed access,” DASPA said.

DNO contacted Benoit Bardouille, CEO of DASPA, for reasons the rules were being enforced at this time, but was told he was in a meeting.

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211 Comments

  1. December 3, 2014

    There is a supposed threat that was made and if so, I believe that the PM has made the right decision. In the US, such a threat would be met with the response of homeland security. If the leader of the opposing party in Dominica has said such a thing, then this is deemed as a threat and The PM must therefore respond with protecting the people. This is a no brainer. I prayer that common sense prevails here and that Dominicans see through the ambition of those who want to incite others to do wrong. Dominica has been down that road before. Don’t let the political ambitions and misguided thoughts of a few to destroy the country.

  2. Anonymous
    December 3, 2014

    great DASPA!

  3. Straight
    December 3, 2014

    Bribing is taking place left, right and center . The law authorities aren’t doing anything to prevent or prosecute people that did it and law-biding Dominicans suppose to stand there and do nothing! I am in agreement with any demonstration that are for justice.
    Why all that restriction . Are we living in a military state?

  4. LEARDER OF Akatsuki
    December 3, 2014

    tHIS ARTICLE PROVES THAT THE SMARTEST PEOPLE ARE WITH LABOUR ..If you cannot understand why a PM and Government should take offence to that and respond with more security..YOU PEOPLE ARE FOOLISH>

    Having a demonstration in an airport is very RISKY..people can take this opportunity to cause alot of mischief. Especially with a sensitive issue like that, Dominicans coming down..you get it DOMINICANS..

    LENNOX LINTON SHOULD BE PLACE UNDER ARREST FOR TRYING TO CAUSE A THREAT TO NATIONAL SECURITY..YOU CANNOT TELL PEOPLE DEMONSTRATE IN A RESTRICTED AREA..YOU ARE BEGGING FOR CONFRONTATION..

    Demonstration should be peaceful, ITS NOT A RIOT. Now why would you tell people to demonstrate at the airport. Why not in town? If you are sending people to a restricted area to demonstrate you are asking for a riot..that is common sense because police must ask them to leave the RESTRICTED AREA and people will want to say “LENNOX THAT SEND US” and police will drag them..this could turn out real bad..

    • Straight
      December 3, 2014

      There were not going to be any riot in the airport. There was going to be a PEACEFUL demonstration. In fact the demonstration was called off so why all that at a public place! Sooon you all will put people under curfew!..
      The only set of people that should be arrested are you people that suppressing democracy in Dominica! People have a right to assemble in public places.

    • smh
      December 3, 2014

      so that means labour had thier convention (renaming of airport- so they said) at a restricted area?

    • Johnny
      December 3, 2014

      I wonder why your name is a reference to a child’s show. And where did you get your information?

      Mr. Linton Specified a peaceful demonstration, not a heartless riot. It was to show the voters bought that they are doing something wrong. He called it off when he saw a danger to the Dominicans who would attend it. But armed troops if way too far for a simple demonstration! Yea we can say Dominica is unique, but not in a good way! I don’t want to visit a place and see gunmen everywhere to ask me why am I here.

      Democracy is on its all-time low…

    • looking
      December 3, 2014

      But it was called off. You are speaking as it is going to happen or happened.

    • Mary
      December 3, 2014

      My Goodness. What utter nonsense. Did you listen to what Lennox said?
      You sure you understand English?
      Did you attend regular school or just Saturday school?
      Its frightening how you loyal folks misrepresent information.
      Ask DBS to replay what Lennox said and you will find out how foolish you are.
      He had no intentions of demonstrating in a restricted area of the airport.
      You, Skerrit and the bunch of labor loyalists need to be arrested for assassinating people’s character.
      Skerrit well have all his house, land and money, what he give you?
      You remember that song, or let me remind you:

      I singing sangkee, I singing sangkee, I singing sangkee song.
      I singing sangkee for Skerrit and Astaphans, labour party days are done again,
      I singing sangkee song!!!!

    • Hmmmm
      December 3, 2014

      It is obvious that you are the foolish one. There was no restrictions on having a peaceful demonstration at the airport until now. And the demonstration was called off. Why? Becuase you people made a federal case out of it, threw around some propaganda and scared the shit out of people. So the opposition had no choice but to call it off because the last thing they want is a riot or any type of violence.

    • Anonymous
      December 3, 2014

      You and your leader Skerrit need to have your head examined. I suggest Dr. Benjamin… or perhaps not?

    • Anonymous
      December 3, 2014

      The smartest people are with Labour? Look around you, all over Dominica. Who is wearing red? Let me enlighten you, it’s the drunks, the drug addicts, the beggars, the layabouts and those who can not add up 2 + 2 and live from one day to the next in the hope the might get some left overs from the Red Clinic.

      • Tjebe fort
        December 4, 2014

        You are so right. Skerrit has created a proletariat to do his bidding. That is not lifting people up but plain disgusting.

      • Anonymous
        December 4, 2014

        And that is why you all will remain in the yard or try to use force to get in but not there. The majority of Dominicans will dayforsay all you

  5. Ma GWe sa
    December 3, 2014

    Hey Hey, abea look it in DA. ALL of a sudden is Skerro that put himself in Power He and The Police Chief. Be Not Deceived GOD IS NOT MOCKED? WHATSOEVER A MAN SOWETH THAT SHALL HE ALSO REAP!

  6. December 3, 2014

    If skerrit is not taken off dominica will become a one party country,,,there should be no second chance for him ,dominican go and vote before it is to late,,,skerrit must go..

    • December 3, 2014

      it would be better than having Linton for one night.

      • Straight
        December 3, 2014

        It would be better for Dominica to become a communist country? Whoever you are you are wicked to yourself! Lennox Linton is a better man than Roseevelt Skerrit in all respects and a better leader also. He is not a one man show like skerrit.

      • Titiwi
        December 3, 2014

        Hahaha, you should be that lucky sweetie.

  7. YES
    December 3, 2014

    God help us ! Pease Lord we are praying for you intervention. That is the worst I have seen and heard. I suspect that might be hell on planet earth. Please LORD HELP US!

  8. Trolol
    December 3, 2014

    Lmfao, Enjoy all you privacy diaspora. Skerrit set up the certain for yall 8)

  9. December 3, 2014

    Mr DASPA let me remind you and the general public that all AIRPORTS and SEAPORTS have always been restricted areas. Please give us the real reason(s) why you have now implemented those measures if you are so concerned about the security of those areas and the general public at large. With all that’s happening around us in the outer world in terms of global terrorists threats; your timing for such implementation smells like the “LABASSE” (landfill) in Fond Cole. Even good things were not meant to last forever Mr DASPA so enjoy it while it lasts; we will all grow old and hope we have the time to reflect on the past. This land is YOUR land this land is My land stop pretending that it belongs to some of us. Power corrupts, and absolutely power corrupts absolutely.

  10. DaRealTrouble
    December 3, 2014

    8-O 8-O 8-O when LABOUR was going to the airport it was okay.. but UWP say they going there and all of a sudden they pull this out of there ….??

    • Straight
      December 3, 2014

      I know . When they had there hundreds people at the airport for the opening it was okay. When the opposition pointed out The danger with regards to having a large number of persons at the airport no type of restriction was given, nothing was said, nothing was done. you see the unfairness in Dominica. Some can do others cannot do! CHANGE IS A MUST!

  11. Ma Moses
    December 3, 2014

    The only thing in life that is constant is change. Perhaps Mr. Skerrit is trying to change the natural order of things. What is he afraid off? Already he is a prisoner of his own making, constantly surrounded by armed security all the time. Is he even afraid to sleep I wonder? Who is after him? Is not the Dominican people for sure. Maybe its is just paranoia I hearing he even has armoured glass in the windows of his house, or is that just gossip? I don’t know what to make of it all but something is definitely wrong with him.

  12. The Fact
    December 3, 2014

    So you all portraying this country?????Mr Bardouille what you have to take drastic action again you cant. The Port workers you and this same crew put in misery over 12 years ago. Go ahead and sing for your supper soon enough your throat will get dry. God sees EVERYTHING..

  13. Straight
    December 3, 2014

    WTH! All you people really want to turn Dominica into a communist state ! Dominica is a free country . Why should people be restricted from going to a public place! Nonsense! Ridiculous!

  14. Anonymous
    December 3, 2014

    Personally based on the rhetoric that Mr Linton uses, I believe he will be a very dictatorial prime minister. I’m not a party follower. In fact, I won’t vote this year. Mr Linton’s’ hatred for PM Skerrit is real and i have come to believe that it’s because they have the same qualities. This is just MY opinion it’s not gospel truth.

    I listened to the UWP rallies. Promise after promise after promise. Labor part y rallies – same thing. No long term view. But Mr Linton often appears to decide before he has thought the problem through. Theresult is that he always has to backtrack and talk his way out of a decision. Furthermore he has a tendency to alienate people through his words. A politician has to gather supporters in much the same way that church does. While UWP attacks the pastors – DLP brings down a gospel artist and reels in the Christians. While UWP alienates the diaspora and calls them criminals, DLP says they can exercise their democratic right. While UWP SAYS women are prostitution themselves DLP hands them money. To me UWP could have used much more inspiring language, tell people how greater they could be, let us hear how you would be different, why we would benefit from joining you. All I heard was more of the same language that was I red over the last 15 years. Change is a must. Yes – so please change.

    I agree the labour administration have lost their way. I just wish that we had a good and wise alternative.

  15. vote no one
    December 3, 2014

    I need some answers why are dominicans voting just because there are promises remember 15yrs aback there were promises made so if them promises are still in the air what are we going to expect in 5more yrs is not having free shows free laptop or free ticket that would mâke dominica a better place why visiting people that need just before élection people remember when u have a Friend is in good and bad times not only in bad times remember that

  16. rol
    December 3, 2014

    Well DASPA , one do not need to go to thr airport to shut it down they could just block off Westley and marigot roads and no one would be trespassing on airport grounds.

  17. Truth and Justice
    December 3, 2014

    tonight in Lagoon Skerrit said that Lenox brother say on Q95 that he going to put oil on the tarmac of the plane landing was that true. or was he lying to make his case. I heard Lennox call the people to go and welcome the visitors and have conversation with them, but Skerrit frightening the people in lagoon with talk abut coup and people dying. Now I like to be fair, if Lenno brother said that he was being very stupid and di no favours to the UWP. If he did not say that then Skerrit deserve to lose the election as it shows he is a dangerous liar and will manipulate the people with lies.
    Another thing I heard them say that Lennox called the ladies of Dominica prostitute, now that is not true. Lennox did not cal the ladies and girls of Dominica prostitute, he said that the government ministers were causing the ladies to prostitute themself, there is a big difference. Another manipulation of simple people, and I am hating what is happening to Dominica and its people. The next generation are not seeing statesmanship, They are seeing manipulation, both leaders are in need of being told something by the Dominican public. The lesson is to get these men to realise that the people of Dominica are not fools.
    So when you vote. vote for the best person representing as Parliamentary representative, not for leader of party, but your parliamentary representative. If They Did not represent well in the past do not vote them back in , change them vote somebody else who will do a better job for you, democracy is about representation not one man but representation, do not vote for poor choices of parliament representative. Your representative suppose to stand in parliament and bring up the needs of your community and district. If your parlrep is afraid of the PM they will not do that. Look Lennox will get to debate Skerrit in parliament, so we will have a democracy, Joshua Francis need to be voted so he can ask questions of Skerrit , Thompson Fountain, can ask intelligent questions concerning the fiscal position of the country how is the money spent, Eunica, MOnell bright intelligent women we need them in parliament, to question and keep PM Skerrit on his toes. This election is about whether Dominica slip into dictatorship, or retains its democratic system, Do not be frightened as the PM tried to do tonight, vote the useless unproductive Parliamentary representatives out and bring in new young intelligent men and women to keep the PM accountable to you Dominicans. I am praying Dominica make it close!10-11 or 9-12 Skerrit can still be PM as Lennox could do with some experience in parliament first,, even Skerrit said tonight that there were bad parliamentary representatives, in his cabinet, so why have them there, he change them but it is too little too late do not vote them back in vote them out and let Dominica house of Parliament have new faces, a united cabinet of the bestbrains blue and red, It can be done, do not let Skerrit fool all you. Vote the best person individually not party colours. That is democracy, men and women working for the good of the nation all the people not just some of the people. No tin god syndrome. But we must return to true democracy as we had under Patrick JOhn the first Prime MInister.
    skerrit in Parliament, and Eunica Victor, and Monell, and Thomas Fountain, Isiah, Barzile,

    • LabourYout
      December 3, 2014

      My friend no good could come out of this protest in the air-port. Your long story not making sense, As future PM we don’t tell people to protest in a restricted area that have nothing to do but politics. There are both Labour workers and Workers at the airport, you want to demonstrate in an airport where people doing the work.

      To cause controversy, who knows if someone wouldn’t get hurt? who knows if some-one would do something as dangerous as throwing stuff on the air-strip. With a guy like Lennox I can see why his brother would say that..how far does the apple fall from the tree anyway>>apparently not that far…When you make an irresponsible decision you will get irresponsible out-comes..

  18. December 3, 2014

    Boy what nonsense I am reading happening in my country, a citizen of Dominica cannot enter the airports. If you need to pick up a friend or family, how are you going to that. When friends and family visit me in the US, I go pick them up with no restriction nobody stop you and ask for ID, you just go and pickup your people at the curb or the lobby. There are areas you cannot enter if you are not flying, like the gates, but you can get to the ticketing counters. I will be praying to God to save the land of my birth, the rights of my people have been eroded.

  19. Sorl James
    December 3, 2014

    Disturbing Traits of Current / Outgoing Leader

    – has a grandiose sense of self-importance (exaggerates achievements and talents, expects to be recognized as superior without commensurate achievements)
    – is preoccupied with fantasies of unlimited success, power, brilliance, appearance.
    – believes that he is “special” and unique and can only be understood by, or should associate with, other special or high-status people (or institutions).
    – requires excessive admiration
    – has a sense of entitlement, i.e., unreasonable expectations of especially favorable treatment or automatic compliance with his expectations
    – is interpersonally exploitative, i.e., takes advantage of others to achieve his or her own ends
    – pretends to be empathic.
    – believes that others are envious of him; shows arrogant, haughty behaviors / attitudes.

    This is very troubling. Unfortunately, this behavior is maintained and reinforced by others (Advisors / Confidants / Senior Lawyers / Weak Judiciary and other institutions / Tainted senior career civil servants / arrogant senior law enforcement personal etc).

    I have lived through this behavior before. It does not end well. It will not end well unless the outgoing, progressively desperate head-of-state take an example from other strong Leaders and do whats right for the nation (not himself).

    BTW – intelligent response appreciated!

    • Malgraysa
      December 3, 2014

      The symptoms listed by you are typical of someone suffering from NPD (Narcissistic Personality Disorder), a recognized psychological affliction that has been alluded to on this medium before. It is all there and I think it has grown worse over the years.

    • Shaka zulu
      December 3, 2014

      As I have said here before some people study psychology to understand themselves. I have known this man before he started his political career and I can tell you the man have psychological problems.

  20. The Facts
    December 3, 2014

    By some of the comments, UWP supporters, I cannot believe that you would make such ignorant comments. This shows. Are there any brilliant UWP supporters?
    A demonstration was planned to take place at the airport. It was stated that diesel would be sprayed on the runway so as to prevent planes from landings or to crash them. This would have been dangerous which could have caused injuries and loss of lives, if not loss of all lives of the passengers and crew.
    Based on this, the PM, as leader of Dominica issued directives to prohibit those who have no reason to go to the airport and for police surveillance. This is his right as leader of the country which is for the protection of nationals, passengers and workers at the airports.
    You people are angry and oppose this important precaution. You did not see the necessity for this. You have a severe problem of heart and mind. I cannot believe that you would object to the PM’s decision which he has the right to institute.
    This is plain ignorance and wickedness which you have projected and to the world. Your comments make no sense whatsoever. They are not in the interest of nationals but for your selfish desires. Those who have as much as basic common sense will state that you are senseless and are talking crap.

    • Straight
      December 3, 2014

      DID ANY UWP leaders said they will spread diesel on the any runway or did they encourage people to spread diesel ? stop lying!

  21. Anonymous
    December 3, 2014

    where have we ever heard of this?
    Tell me at which airport internationally that the public is restricted access at the entrance to an airport?
    Where was DASPA last month when Skerrit invite the whole of Dominica to come to the airport although concern was raised about safety?
    WE ARE TREADING DANGEROUSLY!

  22. MY VOTE
    December 3, 2014

    When DLP had the big party on the airport grounds for the renaming of the airport was this in compliance with international practice?
    Why are the supporters of DLP and the failed institutions not ensuring that electoral reform is implemented in Dominica as obtained in other countries?
    Electoral reform and voter ID cards are highly recommended to protect the rights of voters to free and fair elections.
    Is this too much to expect Mr Skerritt in a democratic Dominica?
    The more this electoral reform is postponed the more people will become concerned and agitated.
    A critical number will be reached when no threats will stop them.
    SO SAVE US FROM THE PATH OF SOCIAL UNREST!
    DO WHAT HONOURABLE STATES MEN DO, MEN WHO DO WHAT IS MORALLY AND SOCIALLY RIGHT!!!!!

  23. Voter
    December 2, 2014

    Let us thank bad boy badwill for what he has put in place because the security will continue on to next MOnday night… NO one will be allowed to board private jets at Melville Hall. So you see it work out quiet well.

    • hot
      December 3, 2014

      stop being a fool..this was always so..the airport has a gate and a guard this rule has always being their. they are just going to enforce it more to prevent an uproar.

  24. ParoInRoseau
    December 2, 2014

    Of course Bardouille ugly. :lol: :lol: If looks could kill we die

    • Titiwi
      December 3, 2014

      There is no need for this. The looks of a man are not important(…except if you have fading dimples of course!)

  25. malpardee
    December 2, 2014

    boy I glad I not in da…

  26. Anonymous
    December 2, 2014

    UWP has a lot of illiterates, all of them talking about MARSHALL lol who the heck is MARSHALL, thought it was Martial law. When they finish they calling labourites stupid way papa.

  27. TRUTH
    December 2, 2014

    badwill should rather tell these special airlines to abstain from landing ,because those few days leading up to elections is going to be extremely dangerous.

  28. Really.....
    December 2, 2014

    That’s right all of you snakes crawl out of your holes and show your true colors. That’s why the country is the way it is CORRUPTION at EVERY LEVEL. The LAW is only for ONE SET. That’s why the one at the very top can beat his chest and say NO LAW NO CONSTITUTION.

    Judgement day is fast approaching and for the true cleansing of Ma Dominique the snakes must be dealt with from top to bottom.

  29. anonymous2
    December 2, 2014

    How curious that this occurred following Lenox Linton’s cancellation of any protests at the airport. Skerrit is furthering the police state. Look out DA your freedom is slipping away little by little.

  30. BRAIN DAMAGE
    December 2, 2014

    ……..and looking at the terminal structure, really looks like a banana shed on a banana plantation….
    and Skerrit wants another five years.

  31. Lovely Dominican
    December 2, 2014

    Well! What my Dominica is coming too.? Communist style by far.i could understand if they highten police presence on he airport, but not restrictions to enter. What next my people? God is in control, what is meant to be will be.

  32. December 2, 2014

    Bullets have no name on them, and despite the withdrawal the government agency DASPA is flexing it’s muscle. I am convince this government continue to make fatal mistakes and there isn’t anybody to standup and say otherwise as per the above action. I believe Dominicans have to blame themselves because of their laziness towards becoming independent to provide for themselves. They are even more fiery to secure the aid they receive at the Red Clinic. We have men who are content with the status quo. God is in control and everything is happening according to his will.

  33. oh lawd
    December 2, 2014

    “In a state of lawlessness it becomes criminal to be law abiding “

  34. Poison
    December 2, 2014

    Guess we love bad things to happen and put blame on each other.if people writing those negative comments do not listen to some callers on the hot seat..think DASPA was to late on that move.

    • Straight
      December 3, 2014

      you right they were too late because they should have restrict the hundreds of people at the airport when labour party had there opening ceremony!

  35. rosareo
    December 2, 2014

    Mr.DASPA, are we going to get shuttles to take us to the entrance of the airport in order to get our vehicles to get home. Do we have to carry our luggages on our heads ?what have we come to in Dominica.Remember this is just for a time. GOD is good, he will not allow us to perish.

  36. derp
    December 2, 2014

    I’m beginning to accept the fact that the mass of Dominican’s are religious ,uneducated and scared easily, beings…

  37. sparky
    December 2, 2014

    we need the US to rescue us. I hope they are keeping a close eye on whats going on in Dominica

    • USA
      December 3, 2014

      oh now you want handouts from USA, NO

  38. power to the ppl
    December 2, 2014

    If Labor party STEALS this election, I am calling on the Dominica protest ! Take to the streets like 1979. The rule of the ppl- we will not sit and watch Dominica fall into a dictatorship regime. i will be there to spark the revolution against the monster of a man. I want Dominica in the next few days to look the you tube video of young skeritt being interviewed by Lennox Linton in 2000 and then look at the man Skeritt is today – Dominicans get ready to take to the streets to fight for your rights
    ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAHteqtkxOg)

    • Anonymous
      December 2, 2014

      Shut up…..maybe I should put your ugly face on youtube protesting.

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      What do you mean STEALS this election? You will have to prove that prior to being certain about it. There are legal ways of doing so.
      You are playing bad? You sound that you are on the warpath. What you are insinuating is UWP has already won the election? You are so certain about that? Oh my!
      Why do you not go from Polling Station to Polling Station as a scrutineer, if you have this authority or it can be authorized?
      Watch your attitude. Your comments could land you in trouble. Dominica is supposed to be a peaceful country. Please do not turn it into one that lacks peace. The situation at present is bad as it is.

    • Freedom
      December 2, 2014

      you mean when DLP win you will protest the victory by trying to pollute our Island with divisive behavior that can only lead to violence and chaos because you and team foux did not get a chance to ruin the country through government. allu dislike the PM because he is actually developing the country while your pockets not fat… the interview you speak of Lennox did not interview anyone he was burning with jealousy he did not ask any questions Skerrit interviewed himself.

    • Anonymous
      December 2, 2014

      You mean you will call UWP? Not even they responding to that call mostly seven people every attend a uwp demonstration what does that tell you? Talk is cheap

    • Trolol
      December 3, 2014

      Dominicans aself so timid nowadays I’m not sure they will be able to fight for their rights. :oops:

  39. Hmmmmmm
    December 2, 2014

    The beginning of the end. GOD HELP US ALL
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPvsFy7iLg4

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      So what? Who owns Dominica? God created it and He is in control. His eyes are on each one of you in Dominica. Beware!

      • Malgraysa
        December 3, 2014

        You are going too far this time my lady. You are equating Skerrit with God??

  40. Anonymous
    December 2, 2014

    well ladies and gentle men for all those nonsence to stop we all know what to do on the 8th of DECEMBER make a difference please we do’nt want a one party state.

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      Where did you get the idea that Dominica will be a one Party State? Obviously someone put it into your head. Some of you are imagining things and prematurely which will never occur. You detest the PM so much and for what that you let your mind run away with you. Satan is helping you along to cause discord and division and whatever else in Dominica. This did not originate from and is not coming from DLP.

      • Straight
        December 3, 2014

        Well the signs are there to see the country is heading to a one party state . If you have red eyes go to the blue sea and wash it. Well if persons detest skerrit they have good reasons for doing that. He isn’t a saint!!

      • Anonymous
        December 4, 2014

        The Vatican is a one-party state and you are happy with that.

  41. A Doubting Thomas
    December 2, 2014

    DNO do us a big favour and put the clip of the voices of the two top leaders of the UWP when they spoke of the Douglas Charles Airport recently and your readers will realize why it is important that such measures be taken. I am almost sure most of those contributing here did not hear them, if they did they would agree with the decision taken by DASPA. No one who heard them and have the responsibility of such an institution would take it lightly.

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      I did not hear them. Due to the previous articles of the proposed demonstration at the D-C Airport at Melville Hall and which was called off and what I read including some comments, I concluded the reason for the air and sea restriction which I endorse. Those who read them should comprehend that. It is a serious matter and no chances will be taken for unauthorized people to enter the premises of these airports. The authorities are within their rights to protect visitors and other members of the public. It is in the public’s interest and a necessary precaution. Everyone who will be working at and traveling will feel more comfortable that the airports are being secured and restricted.
      May God assist Dominica and also protect nationals, residents and visitors that there be no disturbances before and after the election. In Jesus Name I pray!
      Peace, perfect peace, security and safety in Dominica!

    • Straight
      December 3, 2014

      What did they say ? They never said they were going to cause riot in the Douglas – Charles Airport. Get you facts straight. All you people like to twist and turn everything!! Laws and regulations are only for some and others can do what the hell they want and people suppose to remain silent and do nothing!

    • Anon
      December 3, 2014

      @A Doubting Thomas, they heard and they understood it was call to arms by their leaders. If you beleive that they did not understand look at the number of thumbs down you are getting.

  42. VIP
    December 2, 2014

    so when you coming in late for your flight they going to stop and check you?
    or you just saying you have a flight and they let you go? so how they going to know who have flight and who doe have flight.
    Look joke.
    I havent travelled much but Im trying to think of a place ive been to and i couldnt enter the air port. St martin, st lucia, trinidad….i think u just get off your bus an go an check in wi

    LOLOL allu people par easy

    • Eyeballs
      December 2, 2014

      @VIP ….people like you will never understand. They have to check every Dick Tom , Harry, Mary and Betty. It’s not their problem whether you are late or not. You are not exempt from checking. It is your responsibility to get to the airport on time. Check them all. People too rude

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      You are to arrive at the airport by a certain time, to check-in so as also not to miss your flight. If you happen to be late, too bad for you. Orders must be followed. You will be stopped, questioned and asked to provide a document which gives you authorization and permission to enter the airport or to travel by sea. Under the circumstances, the Law is the Law and must be obeyed also for your safety.

      • hot
        December 3, 2014

        If you haven’t travel much shut your mouth bus you just take.. people should be 2hrs before their flight cuz planes do leave earlier than schedule also you might spend alot of time checking in…so if you come late they should just let you on the plane cuz you late..smH..listen to urself by reading your comment out loud.and you will know how stupid you look.

      • JoJo
        December 3, 2014

        You are right, generally you are required to present yourself two hours before your flight. But what happens in the case where check-in staff don’t turn up till one hour before, such as is the case of LIAT at Melville Hall?

    • Osanna Mowanga
      December 2, 2014

      but what am i hearing?you mean that is where the country get to?
      i have never heard where people have to be checked to go to the airport. Skerrit and his supporters and puppets are desperate and desperate people do desparate things.
      Dominicans,we need to stand up.
      The Kingdom of God suffer violence and the violent take it by force. We need to take back our country.

    • Anonymous
      December 3, 2014

      Why would anyone arrive late for a flight. You must have never travelled.

  43. Anonymous
    December 2, 2014

    Skerit is out of control an of we doh vote him out we well hear babies cry in their mothers womb. Mark my word.

  44. wrong message boss
    December 2, 2014

    Roosevelt Skerrit, you and Charles Savarin are sending the wrong message to the international world and I am afraid, Dominica is the loser. You all need to understand that this is the age of the whole wide world (www) and things are different from 1978 when Savarin crippled the country. This is of interest to the USA since Dominica is the home of over 1000 of their students and trust me, when parents, friends and relatives read this piece of crap they will begin to panic and will call on their government to protect their sons and daughters from a repeat of what took place in in Venezuela a year ago. Skerrit, you need to stop this nonsense because you and Savarin know very well that UWP never threatened anyone entering or leaving Dominica. It was just last month you all used the same airport to play politics and no one was threatened, attacked or anything of this sort. Yet no one was restricted and no truck was searched although all those that are threatening our democracy were present. This is just foolishness and Dominica will pay for it.

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      Who started this? Who planned the demonstration? Note what was stated in the articles? Is this not enough and whatever else was stated over the airwaves which are causes for alarm, to protect everyone concerned who goes in and out of the airport and seaport?
      Dominica is not going to pay for it. It is a precaution from those who wish to cause trouble and possibly injure and kill others.
      Due to the actions of some, they give Dominica a bad name/reputation. It is a good thing you have the foresight about the US students and the concern of the US and their parents. This is why everyone should conduct themselves appropriately so as not to embarrass Dominica and put the law-abiding nationals including those who reside abroad to shame.

      • Straight
        December 3, 2014

        so what you are saying persons not suppose to stand and fight for their rights. DLP is bribing people to come to vote for the election and it’s ok. As a result of that the demonstration was planned. You speaking about division: are people suppose to agree with everything that are happening ? There should be no opposition! All you people are too WICKED!

    • wrong message boss2
      December 3, 2014

      @wrong message boss, you seem to have it backwards. The USA would be concerned that if after threats to violently interupt flights by massive demonstration and the introduction of deisel on the runway, the government of Roosevelt Skeritt did nothing to prevent it.. The activity that the DLP had at the airport did not threaten any interuption they did not threaten to interact with incoming passengers it was non confrontational. The activity planned by your party was intended to be confrontational and politically intimidating…. so boss support your party but don’t think that all Dominicans are as blind as you are.

  45. justox
    December 2, 2014

    So will they be protected till they live the island? Will ssu be at their every move? Lol. That is so funny!

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      “leave”
      If there is an unrest in Dominica, expect that. Pray that no such incident occurs.

    • Anonymous
      December 2, 2014

      Why you want to know? you intend to harm them?

  46. venezuela style
    December 2, 2014

    Boy Skerrit and his corrupt regime are making Dominica look very scary boy. Do they understand that many foreign parents have their children studying in Dominica and those parents read DNO and listen to the media online? This false image they creating in the name of politics will go way beyond Dec. 8,2014, because trust me, visitors will see Dominica as a terrorist nation. Why all of this Skerrit? Do we have a crisis that the government invited? Isn’t it easier for Skerrit and his bunch of corrupt group respect the laws of Dominica instead of bribing people to come and vote? The DASPA said it is international practice? I leave in Atlanta and NO one is banned from going to the airport or has to be harassed unless their is a threat or crisis. The threat/ crisis Dominica is facing was brought upon us by men and women that have absolutely no respect for our constitution. Lennox and Team Dominica need to forward this advisory to CNN, FOX, BBC and others and have them to ask Skerrit what is the national threat we are facing and why the USA was not notified of such threat so they could come here to protect their citizens because they sure will not depend on Venezuela to defend their citizens.

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      So you are blaming the PM and continue to blame him? You are unfair. He is not the one who organized a demonstration at the airport and whatever else was stated on those articles and the comments of readers. You cannot see well. Or are you pretending? You know who is the perpetrator of this and must put the blame where it belongs; not on the shoulder of the PM.

      • Straight
        December 3, 2014

        isn’t HE AND HIS PARTY that are bribing people to come and vote in this election? People have a RIGHT TO DEMONSTRATE AGAINST INJUSTICE!

  47. listener
    December 2, 2014

    Well done mr bardouille it is your responsibility to protect the ppl, Eddo said if blood flow it will be on the hands of Pm skerrit and the labour party, them man just can’t accept defeat, man five more years

  48. Papa Dom
    December 2, 2014

    Charles saverin lucky PJ didn’t have skerritt mentality and thirst for power otherwise he wouldn’t be sitting in the 27 million dollar palace today. I hope you people realise that no one can come and demonstrate under ministry again.

    • Anonymous
      December 3, 2014

      Charles Saverin had the support of the majority. Lennox & UWP don’t.

    • Anonymous
      December 3, 2014

      Charles Saverin had the support of a Dominican majority. Lennox & UWP don’t & that is a big difference.

  49. Chakademus
    December 2, 2014

    The excuse: Some person or persons were rumored to have threatened to pour diesel on the airstrip.

    The reason: This is an opportunity for the government to increase it’s control over the people and restrict their movement and assembly.

    This is straight up an opportunistic move. All governments want power and they all try to amass more power over the people they are supposed to serve, and this is simply what is happening here. Security in an airport is a normal thing, and there should already have been enough security to thwart the supposed threat. What we are seeing here, however is a ruling party taking advantage of rumors to forcefully increase their control of the country’s vital resources. When I was a kid my father took us to the airport just to see the planes land and take off. According to these unusual and stringent restrictions, this is no longer allowed.
    News flash to the ruling party – The airport belongs to all the people of Dominica.

    That kind of scatology is why a people need to change their government every few elections, even if you not keen on the opposition.

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      You really cannot see through this serious matter. If some people made threats, it is understandably that the government will issue directives as precautionary measures to protect everyone. This is his obligation. What if he did not take measures and something terrible occurred? Who would you blame? Not him? You will say that he did nothing or not enough to protect those concerned.
      Some of you are too wicked and judgmental. You need to clear your brains which appear to have a blockage.

  50. Shaka zulu
    December 2, 2014

    Death con 1.
    All I am going to say is, I hope that Mr. Lennox Linton is given full police protection provided by the state as the potential next prime minister as the election is nearing. I pray Dominicans do the right thing. After 36 years of independence it seems to be getting to a dangerous level. Never have we seen this especially from a leader who had 18 out of 21 seats.

    • Anonymous
      December 2, 2014

      Hahahahaahahahahaahahahahaahhaha :mrgreen: biggest election joke ever!

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      You are such an unfair person. You cannot see and think right. :twisted: :mrgreen: :twisted: :mrgreen: :twisted: :mrgreen:

    • BARBED DAWG
      December 3, 2014

      those in power seem to be more “power hungry” than those who aren’t…

  51. TRUTH
    December 2, 2014

    where are the people passing to go at their homes?
    are they going to sleep in the airport?or is a plane gonna take them to their various homes?
    and ,where are their homes? Is it in head quarters? or morne bruce/
    will police officers also be guarding their homes too?
    OK,

    • Anonymous
      December 3, 2014

      You must be one of the daft ones who reads back to front. The article says persons entering the airport, meaning if you were coming onto the airport premises from the ground (not air). For example to pick up something or someone. What does that have to do with passing to go to your home?

  52. UWP I VOTING
    December 2, 2014

    what happen as skerrit know he going loose this year he bringing people down to vote. why he doe let the damn election run free and fair. 15 years was enough he need to go

  53. Anonymous
    December 2, 2014

    That is exactly what we are going to get if we give Skerrit another 5 years. People watch out, he will soon run the country under Marshall Law, change the constitution and the dictatorship is here. People, don’t you see the writing on the wall??? This man is dangerous.

    • The Facts
      December 3, 2014

      Those of you who object to the measures which are in place at airports lack discipline and respect. You need to learn those godly virtues for your benefit.

      • Anonymous
        December 3, 2014

        And what exactly do you know about discipline and respect? The is a massive difference between discipline and being blind, tolerant and foolish to one single man trying to take our freedom in the long run.

  54. True colors
    December 2, 2014

    “Any person who interferes with, tampers with or injures any part of the airport or any equipment will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law,”…..

    So Dominica has laws now? Or is it only SOME laws that were meant to be followed? Has the commissioner of police looked into all the bribery charges yet? Has he inquired with the Electoral Commission why the voters list couldn’t be cleaned to suppress illegal voting and all this tension? Instead we must sit mum while you promote and protect criminals from entering the country to keep you and the corrupt crew in power.

    Dominicans, lets see how much you can take. Just remember the lead up to the pressure cooking. Multiple requests have been made just for the Electoral Commission to follow the law. They couldn’t do it, but we can have police searching people’s homes at the mere hint of a crime, and now beefing up security at the drop of a dime. But 5 years of request after request for us to follow OAS recommendations, and Nada! Lets see the end game!

  55. Sofla
    December 2, 2014

    I see no mention about possible delays caused to departing passengers. This is the beginning, what next will be restricted. Little by little freedoms are being restricted, If all cannot see the writing on the wall then stay and take what you all get. I self I in Diaspora and tho I have every right to vote, If I wanted to vote I’d buy my own ticket to come vote. Dominica is in decline. So sad. Look at Cuba, Venezuela, those countries are the mentors and examples of where D.ca is headed. Gods will be done. I’ll continue to pray for the protection of my beautiful homeland, sweet Dominica.

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      Look at it this way and utilize your common sense if you have any. When countries have too many radicals and they get out of hand, are bent on destroying everything and everyone in their path, then this is what will occur. If they are also a danger to society and uncontrollable, they need to be harnessed to curtail their evil activities.
      Tell everyone in D/ca to avoid disturbances and pray. They will live happily, freely and safely.
      You are what you are. What you make out of life and do with your life, this is exactly what you will get in return and two-fold. Food for thought.

  56. Bonified Dominican
    December 2, 2014

    This measure was taken because the U W P /TEAM DOMINICA plan to go to the airport tomorrow to welcome their incoming voters.
    I think this is stooping very low by the other party. they claim to have the majority, and according to the WORD. they are the clear winner,so why be afraid of the minority?.
    show bravery and allow the people to visit/welcome the incoming voters. the biggest number of incoming voters is with the red clinic so why all this restriction?.

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      Pertaining to your first sentence, this is what you stated. How do you know? Would this be the reason for their presence at the airport? Did you not read the previous articles and some of the comments?

  57. looker
    December 2, 2014

    Dominica is becoming so corrupt I don’t even want to live here again. That government starting to sicken me. I thought the port authority supposed to exercise transparency. So if we so follow the laws of the land then the authority should have come out and said we will be looking at the passports of all the people landing to see if they are eligible to vote. That labour party will suffer when Jesus ready for them.

    • Malgraysa
      December 2, 2014

      My friend, if Skerrit by some miracle wins again I’m out of here. Any freedom we still enjoy will be squeezed out of us like the pips out of an old lime. Despite all my love for Dominica I could not live under such a regime.

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      They could not take chances for fear of what may occur. When are you going to consider this?

  58. Truth and Justice
    December 2, 2014

    time to behave like the french and free men and women of colour which are our Ancestors, Skerrit has raised the stakes so the people of Dominica should go on strike the unions should call a general strike close the airport no flights in or out until after the election.

  59. December 2, 2014

    skerrit you believe that you are showing strength but in fact you are showing how vulnerable you are all would be dictators and real dictators are always crushed under peoples POWER!!!!

  60. Dominican
    December 2, 2014

    Ha ha UWP smarter than all you after they did not bite the bate now is when all you putting restriction Ha ha , what all you wanted to do is arrest them put them in jail so they would be able to see whats going on for election , Thank god they did not go and protest at the air port.

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      For one who wants to be the next PM he should conduct himself properly. He did not project that he has class, dignity and common sense to be elected as PM. If his supporters planned to throw diesel fuel on the runway, a surely killer which could cause the plane to skid and crash with all the passengers in it, what did you expect? Can you visualize the harm this could cause? It reflects poorly on him, as leader of the opposition and a dangerous one.
      It is too bad they did not go to the airport for they would all be arrested and imprisoned. They can thank their lucky stars so far.

  61. voice from st joseph
    December 2, 2014

    change is inevitable

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      The inevitable change which Dominica is in dire need of is change of your heart and the likes of you. You want change? Then do so. This is where first to commence, within you.

      • Anonymous
        December 3, 2014

        I think we should rename you “The Farts” and old farts at that because is only bad wind you are puffing all the time. Always reacting and never proactive. Can you come with one original thought for once? Give it a try a least.

  62. fantastic4
    December 2, 2014

    so what the airports at level 3? what is the percieved threat – ISIS?/???? HAHAHA look a bunch of jokers

  63. Oh No
    December 2, 2014

    All of a sudden?

  64. December 2, 2014

    You guys preaching violence, so they have taken action immediately,you guys frightening your own people who decided to come home to vote, the government is protecting travelers entering Dominica.

    • Anonymous
      December 2, 2014

      Who preaching violence?????????????????? aller baiyey tan sakway sort

      • December 2, 2014

        Are you in Dominica?you’re so ignorant ,arrogant, bias and senseless, I know for sure you guys wouldn’t be able to protest at the airport,

    • Boo
      December 2, 2014

      u guys? no one preached violence.so y not deal with the Emmanuel case .He was firebombed at his home up to this day no arrest and nothing is being done to give the poor man and his wife justice. All u too wickedu hear.

    • Anonymous
      December 2, 2014

      And who exactly preached violence??? The UWP did not.

    • Anonymous
      December 2, 2014

      Exactly !!!

    • December 2, 2014

      DAHMAN wake up the only person who was trying to insight violet was your man and your party because he is desperate and hungry for power and the likes of you and others will do all that you can to keep him in there but this time is a lot different Dominicans have learn they have open their eyes and it’s all about saving there Island at any cost, so live with that but you will pay for it at the poll come December 8th,2014 that’s next Monday Skerrit will not be elected he will not be the PM for the Commonwealth of Dominica and Dominicans. This haven got anything to do with Skerrit or Lennox it have to do with all of us people of Dominica and out democracy , the people of Dominica is winning..
      Change is a must
      Those who came in to derail the election and find themselves in trouble with the law that’s their problem because they were warned so they can only blame their foolish action and Dominicans at home have a right to be up set with Dominicans in the diaspora who want to keep them in hell.

    • Eyeballs
      December 2, 2014

      AMEN DAHMAN….They fail to comprehend why those measures are being put in place…FOR PROTECTION AGAINST VIOLENCE.

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      From what I read they planned to do, it is indeed shocking and scary. To a certain extent, the thought of it is unbelievable that they could plan such a thing and this could occur in Dominica.

    • BARBED DAWG
      December 3, 2014

      u so easily fooled??? DAHMAN!!!

  65. Ding
    December 2, 2014

    I am flying to the Melville Hall airport ( aka – Douglas-Charles Airport) on Sunday. I have just got word that it is now a military garrison or/and military airport. Why? It I snow clear that Skerrit and his foreign operatives have overplayed their hands and this is backfiring big time. We will know by 9:00 PM on Monday night.

    • Is this reallyChange
      December 2, 2014

      Come on! The authority must take action when ever threats are made. Any inaction on their part would be putting the lives of passengers at risk.

      • anonymous
        December 2, 2014

        Since when a peaceful protest is a threat

    • December 2, 2014

      Liar

    • December 2, 2014

      Liar!!!

  66. OMG
    December 2, 2014

    Bardouille should be arrested for aiding and abetting corruption during our election and infringing on the democratic rights of the people of Dominica.

  67. famalay
    December 2, 2014

    bardouille 8 more days u have left so enjoy it

    • The Facts
      December 2, 2014

      If so, this is when Dominica will become a communist state.

  68. Anonymous
    December 2, 2014

    “We urge all users of the Airport to fully comply with the conditions for entry at the Airports by producing satisfactory evidence and the purpose of one’s presence at the airport to be allowed access,” DASPA said.

    Right now except that you pay 1 dollar on entry by vehicle and nothing if you are walking there are no restrictions to any one entering the grounds of the airport. You can go into the building to the check in area and restaurant and car rental offices with no restriction. What is DASPA talking about? I guess security can escort you off the premises if your are a nuisance but I do not know any other requirements are in effect for entry.

  69. Bird's Eye
    December 2, 2014

    This is just another chapter, albeit it a shameful one, in the discredited Skerrit regime’s attempt to suppress dissent and democracy.
    They obviously believe that it is okay to pay bribes to induce those who live outside the country to vote, contrary to the laws of Dominica. But they don’t believe it is okay for others to express their outrage.
    This democracy, if we can call it that, is one sided, and the other side knows that.

    • ???
      December 2, 2014

      No body suppressing dissent or Democracy. They can demonstrate across the bridge, in Marigot or even Wesley. I guess it does not matter to you if there is an incident involving an aircraft as a result of a demonstration at the airport. All you are concerned about is your selfish political agenda.

    • The Facts
      December 3, 2014

      You still do not see the sense of it. You have already made up your mind and nothing stated will convince you.

  70. timbee
    December 2, 2014

    Why the the sea ports not included ?
    The more you Look the less u see.
    Time will tell.Just Looking

    • December 2, 2014

      @timbee…because your party leader weren’t interested to protest at the port.

    • The Facts
      December 3, 2014

      God is looking. Nothing is hidden from him and nothing escapes him.

  71. Channel 1
    December 2, 2014

    Well, the dictatorship has gone to the next level it would appear. Something is definitely happening.

    I note with interest the following:

    “Vehicles that do not meet the requirements for entry shall not be allowed to enter the Airport.”
    What exactly constitutes the necessary requirements for a vehicle to enter the airport?? Dominicans, this is very, very troubling developments.

    Somebody is trying to hide something and I think I know what they are trying to hide.

  72. ....................
    December 2, 2014

    mr. b thank you for reminding them , let there be peace…. with lennox and his nonesense

    • The Facts
      December 3, 2014

      You know the Desiderata? “Go placidly amid the noise and haste and remember what peace there is in silence…Be on good terms with all people…Avoid loud and aggressive people. They are vexatious to the spirit…and keep peace with all…”

  73. noname
    December 2, 2014

    Bardouille start counting your days, next week around this time you will be singing a different tune. Bardouille you have the power now to restrict the air ports but we will surely restrict you, don’t forget you have the power today the 2rd of December, eight days from now table will surely turn. I do hope you will not say is victimization.

    • The Facts
      December 3, 2014

      Do you think you will be alive next week? Do you think that you deserve one more day?

  74. Free Thinker
    December 2, 2014

    Welcome to Marshal Law……..Welcome to Communism!!

    • The Facts
      December 3, 2014

      Cease your evil imaginings.

  75. Overseas line
    December 2, 2014

    I suggest they drop the passengers via airplane to their individual homes
    If not then they’ll have to guard the streets also . Oh
    And the tall grass on the sides of the street A boggie man may be smooking in there
    Oh and while you at it Mr PM, I strongly recommend you ban
    People from being on the sides of the streets..
    Because dear god you know they will be looking
    To see who in that transport… And please please please don’t take their
    Photo They might spoil them. Alas ,those poor diasporas.. They just coming to vote
    Mr skerrit we… and after all that they still have to run back to where they live to
    Get ready for Christmas..alas.

    • ???
      December 2, 2014

      :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

    • malpardee
      December 2, 2014

      haha boogie man lol… boy look jokes.

  76. eddie wallace
    December 2, 2014

    Bordouille be a man for once in your live. BE A M-A-N

    • The Facts
      December 3, 2014

      live :?: :twisted: :mrgreen: :twisted: :mrgreen: :twisted: :mrgreen:

  77. VIP
    December 2, 2014

    yea right! all of a sudden a plane with people to vote coming down tomorrow . All of a sudden new laws passing at the air port. First it was said about people want to throw diseal on runway. Now this . Give me a break you’ll just dont want them to interfere with the people that coming down

  78. watching.
    December 2, 2014

    well done well done i have my little girl coming down dont want anything happening to her. security tight well done again.

  79. Not Me
    December 2, 2014

    Bardouille need to check himself. Them people out of line, we doh have democracy. skerrit I swear one day you will have you turn.

    • The Facts
      December 3, 2014

      What nonsense!

  80. December 2, 2014

    Wow do these people realize that an airport is actually a PUBLIC Facility. Unless there is a bomb-threat or something of that nature, you are free to enter ANY and ALL airports in the United States to greet or send off your loved ones. The only restricted areas are the boarding areas and the actual tarmac (runway). This sounds like Syria or Iraq with no fly zones and heavily restricted access to even the PUBLIC areas. Pure madness!!!

    • The Facts
      December 3, 2014

      If you have no business at the airport why should you go there? :twisted: :mrgreen: :twisted:

      • Titiwi
        December 3, 2014

        To admire that feeble contraption with Pierro and Rosie’s portraits put up by Skerrit at great expense.

  81. Pondera
    December 2, 2014

    Pure nonsense here. These rules apply on any given day. Why now this is announced. This is meant to intimidate the public. A criminal offence is about to be committed and the cronies of the Labour Party are aiding and abating this nonsense. Mr Baduoille and all others concern will have questions to answer. Law abiding citizens will not be deterred. The protest will go on as planned. We seem to be heading for a state of emergency. Bring it on Mr Skerrit. The masses will prevail.

  82. December 2, 2014

    When you are done Mr. Bardouille ,, Go ahead and impose the TAX on all those going out and all those who are coming in to this country. Labor ka twavay.
    Only note that CHANGE MUST COME..

  83. blog
    December 2, 2014

    Institutions of state facilitating international criminality and illegal voting. Now you plane loads of mercenary voters can touch down with ease. Bastards…

  84. No Jack Fool
    December 2, 2014

    NOTHING in the laws of Dominica prevents any Dominican whom is registered to vote – Diaspora or Resident from voting in the Dec 8th elections:

    LAWS OF DOMINICA HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY (ELECTIONS) ACT – CHAPTER 2:01

    27. Electors to vote only in district upon list for which their names appear:

    2. Every person whose name appears upon the official list of electors for any polling district shall be entitled to vote in that polling station district notwithstanding that he is not resident of that polling district upon polling day. However, no person shall vote in more than one constituency or at more than one polling station in the same constituency or more than once in the same constituency on the same day.

    Dominicans are committing no offence in the United States, Canada, UK or elsewhere by going home to vote in Dominica and they will have committed no offence in Dominica by voting; Section 27 (2) of the Constitution of the House of Assembly Elections Act states clearly that if your name is on the voters list, you are entitled to vote notwithstanding that at the date of the election you are not resident in the constituency or for that matter – in Dominica.

    No law in Dominica prohibits the provision of transportation or tickets for transportation for someone to go down to vote – within or from outside of DA – especially those that have already made up their mind whom they are voting.

    Bribery – is it a bus fare or plane fare – a drink at the bar or a crab back ? UWP and DLP supporters have equal rights to vote if they are duly registered no matter where they live.

  85. Artfield
    December 2, 2014

    Was’nt it a restricted area a few weeks ago?

  86. Unknown
    December 2, 2014

    If you wanted to say that you’re taking extra security measure during the election season for people flying then I agree but don’t talk the crap to people

  87. Unknown
    December 2, 2014

    Mr.Badouille the restricted area of the airport is after going through security. No where in the world do they search cars first before allowing them on property. How are you going to differentiate those their on business and those not. That’s Dictatorship at its best.

  88. DA Queen
    December 2, 2014

    another labour fly taking action. “Do as I say or you will be victimized”. IT SOON SHALL PASS.

  89. anonymous
    December 2, 2014

    Is DASPA for real? ONLY those that demonstrate they have’ LEGETIMATE ‘business will be granted access to the Airport. What about people entering Illegally to commit’ Mischievous and Malicious acts” Who is stopping them? Is one rule for the Law abiding Citizens of Dominica, and green light for Skirrit band of criminals ? Voter’s fraud in being encouraged right under our nose and no one is lifting a finger to stop it. However, the individual who are brave enough to challenge those who break the law then they are Targeted? Incredulous and shameful. God have mercy on Dominica and deliver our people from this TYRANT RULE.

  90. dca torry
    December 2, 2014

    pure politrics why now??????????? hmmm smfh with those ppl thr. continue acting in skerrits best interest n try to think the people of dominica are foolish. and pretend its in our best interest too. why because the eve of election yall chose to do this? how many yrs the airport ws thr didnt yall see it fit for this kind of security why now. change must come dont worry continue importing all allu illegal voters the airport is free and open. but GOD IS NOT A POLICE. ONE DAY CHANGE WILL COME IT MUST COME. HOW LONG NOT LONG.

  91. smh
    December 2, 2014

    I understand when it comes to safety and security, but what if I am coming by the airport to book or get the cost of a ticket, get a rental, inquire about a cost to ship something with amerijet? How will I be able to prove that if I don’t have anything to show? DASPA is only for show, and only follow commands from their master. I wonder if they fix the old plywood toilets they had for the airline workers near to the VIP booth. BTW daspa is managed and employs only labour operatives, all those security guards are labourites. They picking and choosing who to give jobs, if everyone was benefiting in the country I wouldn’t bring politics into it. It is so obvious. And they are so bias and don’t care.

    • The Facts
      December 3, 2014

      Use your home telephone! Why would you waste your time to take a trip specifically to make inquiries and to stand in line probably for hours?

      • smh
        December 3, 2014

        liat does answer their phones? Are you aware they moved their reservation office to the airport? Besides, are you suggesting that I am only limited to one option? Aren’t these places business places? Isn’t Dominica a free country?I hope you will use your phone for everything. Use your phone to vote too.

  92. gwatelle
    December 2, 2014

    …..is that!

  93. B REAL
    December 2, 2014

    Sounds like they ready to send out the most ignorant and hard headed staff they have!! All kinda stupidness they going to say banned from the airport….Your child crying? BANNED!!! your phone on loud…BANNED….you have too much fuel in your car…BANNED!….your face look like I want to give you a hard time…BANNED!! ..(in Oprah voice)…YOU GET BAN! YOU GET BAN!! BAN FOR EVERYONE!!!

  94. Oh Please!
    December 2, 2014

    Oh Please DNO…you and I both know why.

    • The Historian
      December 2, 2014

      The why is that some in the opposition threatened to dump fuel on the runway to shut down the airport. That was a believable (and incredibly stupid) public threat of domestic terrorism, and it would have been irresponsible for DASPA to do nothing.

      • Titiwi
        December 2, 2014

        Historian, for once you your brain. How could someone deposit diesel fuel onto the runway at Melville Hall undetected? First all, diesel fuel is not used in aviation. Secondly, so much diesel would be required you would need at least a tanker to do that. A tanker with diesel would simply not get access to the airport, there is not even a gas station at the airport If someone made that threat it can only be a joke, pounced upon by the Govt. as a genuine danger. It is laughable.

      • Anonymous
        December 3, 2014

        Don’t be ridiculous. At least come with a credible excuse. Diesel on the runway? Even if that ever happens it could only be an inside job. Does it mean the Govt. does not even trust its own workers at the airport?

  95. Dominican
    December 2, 2014

    Hmm .. All this for ?

  96. One day will pay
    December 2, 2014

    One day all you will pay, go ahead Charles severin and Roosevelt skerrit, go ahead and treat my country like it belong to you all, go ahead but I’m telling the biggest man u ever see was once a baby, small Axe cut big tree, I’m telling u one day this administration will pay for all its crimes, and for those citizens who help in the destruction of my country zo to Kay payeh

    • Taylor
      December 2, 2014

      The same story over and over.. Now is skerrit fault that DASPA is taking precussion? hahahahah… sometimes i swear people are living in a coocoon…. Anyway we all gotta pay for our “crimes and sins” and that goes for you ^^^^ so get off your high horse…

      • purelies
        December 2, 2014

        @ taylor how daft r u

      • Anonymous
        December 2, 2014

        Who do you think ordered that? No other but Skerrit. A word of advice to you Skerrit and Savarin: you guys are starting to overplay your cards…

      • Anonymous
        December 2, 2014

        Typical Skerrit supporter, illiterate!

  97. December 2, 2014

    Give me a break please tell the people The truth.

    • ....................
      December 2, 2014

      i don’t see anything wrong in trying to protect the pple of this country so if the truth is the pm ask him to remind pple of the law so that they will stay out of trouble then its fine with me. you all rather see people die to satisfy u all own greed for power and the satisfaction of see u all party in power smh . i bet you would be one of them watching on tv.

      • Methusala
        December 2, 2014

        Ok, in your opinion the PM needs to have Dominican reminded of the law, fine.
        Now, are you aware of the election laws against bribery? In your opinion does the PM need a reminders of that law himself?
        Oh! But by the way I am wasting my time trying to get a response from a ghost. Don’t mean t o insult you, but if you are so proud of what you call a democratic government have some balls and put a name.

      • Boo
        December 2, 2014

        And there are no laws for him? give me a break!

  98. Jon Carson
    December 2, 2014

    Mr. Bardouille, I thought that was supposed to be best practices already in existence at the island’s sea and airports? Why the big hoopla now?

    • No name
      December 2, 2014

      Just a reminder some people forgot

  99. Ding
    December 2, 2014

    Benoit Bardouille this is nothing but the start of Marshall law. I feel sorry for this guy because he is being made such a papy show of by Skerrit.

    Benoit Bardouille if I can remind you that Dominica is not Lebanon or Syria. It is a peaceful place. But try as you try the Diaspora voters will have to answer to U.S.A. if I have one bit of advice to them is to not to participate in this scam because it is not worth it.

    • Anonymous
      December 2, 2014

      “Martial” law pls. Ding, “martial” law. But good observation. Bardouille is simply Skerrit’s yo-yo.

      • Not a herd follower
        December 3, 2014

        ”Bardouille is simply Skerrit’s yo-yo.” A well-known fact

    • Citizen
      December 2, 2014

      Rubbish!!!

  100. BooHoo
    December 2, 2014

    Marshall Law Bad Will style!!

  101. Sunshine City Girl
    December 2, 2014

    Benoit Bardouille needs to stop being Skerrits puppet. Whatever he has you all under is really strong.

  102. My View
    December 2, 2014

    Stop your nonesense Bardouille.. In which other part of the world does such measures apply…You political cronies take things too far.

    • Citizen
      December 2, 2014

      Rubbish!!!

    • Lapo Layza
      December 2, 2014

      The State of Israel

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