Philipsburg:--- The Prime Minister and acting Minister of Labour Affairs Sarah Wescot Williams said that both parties which are the WIFOL and the owners of Simpson Bay Resort and Marina and the Villas at Simpson Bay Resort and Marina are looking towards the Appeal Courts for a speedy decision regarding the resort and the impending closure of the resort. Wescot Williams said attempts are being made by the two parties to have the appellate court give speedy response, because of those attempts government she said is looking at the developments carefully. Wescot Williams said as far as the labour situation is concerned if mediation is necessary then it will be facilitated by government.The Prime Minister said members of the private sector came together and met a number of times to see if they are able to mitigate the effects of the possible closure which is expected to take place on February 20th. Discussions she said is also taking place with associations on the French side since the possible closure will take place during the high season.
The acting Minister of labour said government has implored parties to keep the dialogue open and to work with the private sector to mitigate the fallout with the expected closure.
