Saint Kitts and Nevis
Nevis Island Administration Act / Constitution
Saint Christopher and Nevis Constitution Order 1983, Schedule 2 (Nevis Island Assembly)
30/100
Sunshine Score
30/100
Weak
Methodology v0.1
| Advance Notice | 3 days |
|---|---|
| Public Comment | Not required |
| Closed Sessions | 7 permitted categories |
| Minutes | Required |
| Recording | Not required |
| Remote Participation | Not allowed |
| Enforcement | Voidable, legislature exempt |
Agenda & Notice Requirements
Regular Meetings
3 days
Online posting: Not required
Public Participation
Public Comment
Not required
Written Comment
Not allowed
Virtual Meetings
Member Remote Participation
Not allowed
Public Remote Comment
Not allowed
Closed Sessions
Closed (executive) sessions: Allowed under specific circumstances
Permitted Categories
Meeting Minutes
Minutes Required
Yes
Online posting: Not required
Recording & Broadcast
Recording Required
No
Broadcast Required
No
Enforcement
Violation Effect
Voidable
Standing to Sue
Any person with a legitimate interest may seek judicial review
Enforcement Body
Administrative courts or judicial review; enforcement practice varies (see notes)
Scope
This law applies to:
Legislature: Exempt (follows own rules)
Sources & References
Notes
Saint Kitts and Nevis is a federation; the Nevis Island Assembly is established by Schedule 2 of the 1983 Constitution and the Nevis Island Administration operates under the Nevis Island Administration Act. Sessions of the Nevis Island Assembly are public. Saint Kitts has no separate municipal tier; local affairs are handled by central government departments. There is no Freedom of Information Act in force.