Attached are questions tabled in Parliament last week Tuesday by the Member of Parliament for North West Manchester, Dean Peart. These questions relate to the appointment of an Executive Director for the Social Development Commission.

1. Was the position of Executive Director of the Social Development Commission advertised as is required by the Civil Service Act and the Public Service regulations?

2. If yes, kindly indicate the following:

• a. The dates and publications in which the advertisements were placed
• b. The deadline dates for the applications
• c. How many applications were received
• d. How many candidates were short-listed
• e. What dates were interviews held

3. What are the qualifications and experience requirements for the position of Executive Director of the SDC?

4. What are the qualifications and requisite experience of Ms. Sonia Christie?

5. Is Ms. Christie a co-defendant in a lawsuit in which it is alleged that she leaked confidential banking information to the Jamaica Labour Party?