JULY
CALENDAR OF EVENTS 1981 (CONTD)
2
15
19-22
Contrary to known FCO views, Chief Minister and colleagues strongly recommend two year extension of A-G's contract
Announcement of Mr Reardon's appointment as new Governor
Visit by five-man delegation from Venezuelan Government
AUGUST
13 - 20
18
19
19 - 31
21
24
SEPTEMBER
2
6
7
8
10
-
13
22
Visit by Mr Allan Roger, Canadian High Commissioner, Barbados to follow up Canadian aid
On FCO instructions, Governor informs Chief Minister FCO prepared to limit extension of A-G's contract to one year only in first instance
Personal message from Mr Ridley forwarded to Chief Minister
Visit by Ms Maria Bacci, Venezuelan Tourism Adviser
Chief Minister reiterates previous stand on extension period for A-G and suggests Governor's action unconstitutional in following instructions from FCO
Attorney-General further queries constitutional position concerning his extension
Mobil drilling commences north of Jost van Dyke
Governor communicates to members of ExCo message from Secretary of State relating to constitutional position regarding appointment of A-G
Visit by Mrs B Vittery, WIAD, FCO
Unanimous LegCo Resolution expressing disapproval of Governor-designate
Visit of Rt Hon Bernard Weatherill, Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons and Mrs Weatherill
On FCO instructions, Governor formally notifies Chief Minister and Attorney-General that his own Constitutional position on the A-G post is well- founded, and that an indication of the A-G's position is required within the week