Tuesday February 9th, 2010
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He wasn’t fired over Udecott —Manning
Published: 20 Oct 2009
Prime Minister Patrick Manning is insisting he fired Dr Keith Rowley from the Trade and Industry Ministry because of his behaviour and not because of concerns raised by the Diego Martin West MP over the Urban Development Corporation of Trinidad and Tobago (Udecott). Manning said that in response to a claim by Opposition MP Ramesh Maharaj, who had said Rowley and former Arouca South MP Camille Robinson-Regis (now High Commissioner to Canada) were fired because of their criticisms of Udecott. These developments took place during yesterday’s House of Representatives debate on a bill to validate the work of the Uff Commission of Enquiry. Rowley has maintained he was fired because of his call for Cabinet oversight of the State-owned Udecott.
During the debate, there was much criticism of Udecott by Opposition MPs Kamla Persad-Bissessar and Maharaj. Manning said he was “determined to stay out of a lot of the ole talk that is going on in this matter.” He added: “If there is a Commission of Enquiry, the attitude of the Government is to let the commission do its work and when the commission makes its findings, the Government will take whatever action it considers appropriate. That is the position of the Government.” Manning did not end there, saying he wanted to “correct the mischief of the member for Tabaquite and that is that the Government was taking a particular position, vis-a-vis Udecott.
“What the Government was saying was that on the basis of no evidence at all, individuals in this Parliament were calling for this enquiry when there was no basis for it,” Manning said. He said once there was basis for the commission the Government would consider it. Manning said when that happened the Government agreed to the establishment of the enquiry. He stressed: “The Government has been consistent on this matter.” Manning then turned his attention to the sacking of Rowley in 2007. “It is behaviour. People must learn how to behave. That’s the problem,” said Manning.
HE WASN'T FIRED
HE WASN'T FIRED -
He wasn't fired over UDECOTT. He was fired over wajanck behaviour over UDECOTT corruption. Don't worry we will just fire you over UDECOTT corruption.
How can Prime Minister
How can Prime Minister Patrick Manning say that Dr.Rowley was fired for his behaviour and yet he is not firing the UDeCOTT board of directors , chaired by his chief minion , Calder Hart , whom , at present , have taken legal action to frustrating the work of the Uff Commission of Enquiry . UDeCOTT will be the political demise of the Manning administration because he fired Dr.Keith Rowley , the MP for Diego Martin West , but Calder Hart can do as he pleases , to the displeasure of the people of Trinidad & Tobago .
I therefore would like to opine that this is PM Manning's last mas so he can enjoy it .
ATW-Barbados .
Mr. Manning, if you fired
Mr. Manning, if you fired Dr. Rowley because of his 'wajang' behaviour and you say that "People must learn to behave", then why are you not following your own utterance, Sir? You stood up in Parliament and asked 'Where the money gone .. from $10M .. to $20M'. Then you supported Mr. Jeremie with your comment on 'Tyranny' of Justice Narine. So in the same vein, we the people have just handed your your 'termination' papers.
Spin your words as much you desire, because soon, yes very soon, you will be moving through the Exit Doors; and Dr. Rowley will be standing to attention, and saluting you on your way out.
Gardenia
Gardenia, I see you've taken
Gardenia, I see you've taken the PM to task for trying to pull the wool over your eyes, but as to be expected you were having none of that. Maybe there will be a place for you in Rowley's Cabinet. What about Minister of Anti-Corruption? I think you'll do a good job in that portfolio.
Yesterday you asked about "vaps" and I sent you my definition and example. Mr Manning is the king of vaps. He speaks and acts as the spirit moves him. That's why he talks all this gibberish in foreign tongues. I didn't know he was a linguist; always thought he was a geologist. Someone once said when he was studying some rocks, a few penetrated his granite cranium and got wedged deep inside. The neurosurgeons refused to operate because the risks (to the rocks) were overwhelming. But the MRI scan they did showed no grey-looking matter, only the rocks.
The Prince.
The Prince - seems as though
The Prince - seems as though you are looking after my interests. In the business world that position is considered an Exec. Assistant. So when I get annointed into Dr. R.s Cabinet I will take you along, to cover my tracks. Interesting portfolio. Today I was listening to an economist addressing the fact that Trillians of dollars cannot be traced in this past/current economic world wide fiasco .. no paper trail, etc. So you see, how difficult it is for us, little T&T to go after checks and balances with the 'experts' like Hart, etc. But that does not mean we give us. We keep clawing away at it, and we will have some successes.
I knew there was something I needed to address earlier when blogging elsewhere, but it slipped me. Here it is. Thank for the Vaps explanation. So in other words it is similar to 'operating by the seat of your pants', or 'whims and fancy', etc. I knew it was not a 'cuss' word as I saw it in civilised commentary and needed to know. I may be one of the numbers, but some of the lingo still confuses me .. guess some always will. Blame it on upbringing!
No I do not follow Benny Hinn .. I saw an expose on an Americal programme of his shenanigans. And that was before he ever came to T&T. I knew he would fleece the island before he left. But 'little old me' could not stop him at the border. Thanks.
Gardenia
Gardenia, you're most
Gardenia, you're most welcome. Any time, feel free. And thank you for the offer of the post of Exec Assistant. Sounds interesting. Corruption is something you nip in the bud otherwise it grows into a destructive monster, destroying the hunter and the hunted. It's like an invading and all-pervading cancer, the only cure for which is total resection of the tumour from the body politic, excision of the corrupt from society and jail with hard labour.
The Prince
[[“If there is a
[[“If there is a Commission of Enquiry, the attitude of the Government is to let the commission do its work and when the commission makes its findings, the Government will take whatever action it considers appropriate. That is the position of the Government.” Manning did not end there, saying he wanted to “correct the mischief of the member for Tabaquite and that is that the Government was taking a particular position, vis-a-vis Udecott.]]
Unfolding events show these words to be lying.
The Government has permitted UDeCOTT to hogtie the Commission and frustrate its functioning.
Mr. Manning's attitude is clearly that UDeCOTT is his special baby and nothing must affect it negatively despite its flagrant corruption.
Mr. Manning's mischief is clear for all to see.
We shall see in the coming weeks how he manoeuvres to consolidate his position and secure himself against the inevitable loss of grace and fall from power.
Expect him to become desperate in his actions.
MFRahman
Manning should have stuck to
Manning should have stuck to his recent vow of silence or point to his throat as a sign of laryngitis, instead of opening his mouth and putting both feet in it.
If only Rowley did know how
If only Rowley did know how to behave(lie)like his colleagues he would have still been the Minister of Trade and Industry.
Obeahwoman
Obeahwoman
Sorry to disagree (^_~) but I think if Mr Rowley had 'behaved', he might have ended up as Deputy Prime Minister, and perhaps his very own helicopter! (If, Mr Rowley were of that sort of character which to date, he has shown that he is not.)
La Diva
La Diva I agree with you but
La Diva I agree with you but I don't think that the Emporer would want any deputies especially if he had to share his helicopters (^_~).
Yes Patrick... and for your
Yes Patrick... and for your behaviour, be sure and do up yuh resumé... for your new job after elections, assuming you employable after that.
Sure he will be employable
Sure he will be employable he could run the prison from inside and good news he doesn't even need a resume.
The people of Trinidad, will
The people of Trinidad, will still vote them back,People stop complaining WE put them there.Our President-Mr.Patrick Manning will always be number one.
Of course they will vote
Of course they will vote them back. With Panday as opposition leader, how can the PNM lose?
Manning has all the
Manning has all the qualification it takes to be a Preacher.He lies,steal,protect Calder Hart ant whoever he wants.He is a Dictator.
BURY MIH IN TRINIDAD wen ah
BURY MIH IN TRINIDAD wen ah ded
I have to take offence at this post because it is broadbrushing every preacher and placing them all in the same vein.
This is very unfair. Because Manning is a politician of his sort should we say that all politicians are like that too? Rowley proves otherwise.
For your information sir, there are preachers who have sacrificed home, family and niceties for the mission field living on a meagre pittance. I know that personally.
I will agree with you that there are "preachers" out there who exploit the mostly ignorant Christians(other religions also) and fleece them of their hard earned money and valuables, telling them to be comfortable in their poverty sooner or later they will experience the blessings of God. These "preachers" themselves want their castles and their entire streets of properties and will not shed a real tear for those who might be suffering. Their day will come just like Manning's. God is not mocked for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
The luxuries of this life never ensures the comfort of the one to come.
Please do not place us all in the same boat. Like politicians and others too, some of us are different.
As a follower of the PNM
As a follower of the PNM over the years, I am becoming very skeptical of how things are done with the political party. It seems to me that Prime Minister Patrick Manning could do no wrong and if opposed he would do what he can to silence you. Dr. Keith Rowley has dedicated his life to the betterment, development and progress of the party and I think it was extremely unprofessional, highly unethical to "fire" Dr Rowley. He (Mr Manning) now seem to be engaging in a dictatorship type of behavior which is not good for politics in Trinidad and Tobago. Criticism should be mentioned to the prime minister from anyone within the PNM, UNC, COP without any discourse. I am appauled at the PM's conduct and he should listen to what the general public have to say for they are the one who would make the decisive decision when election comes around. In addition, he needs to pay a much closer attention to some of his ministers who are not really performing and doing the task at hand which is primarily to serve the people of Trinidad and Tobago.