MEDIA STATEMENT
Roseau, Dominica, November 5th, 2025 – Vescort Jones is pleased to announce that he
has been reinstated to his position as Aviation Security Officer with the Dominica Air and
Seaports Authority (DASPA).
Today’s reinstatement comes 10 years and 10 months after he was dismissed in circumstances that were both regrettable and deeply unfortunate.
Following the failure of the Labour Tribunal over ten years to decide on the claim
for wrongful dismissal and the appointment of a second tribunal for a new hearing, the
parties engaged in recent months and an amicable settlement, including compensation
package satisfactory to Mr. Jones has been agreed.
Mr. Jones welcomes this resolution and expresses appreciation for the fair and constructive
approach taken by his employer in bringing closure to the matter, thereby allowing him to
return to a profession he enjoys and in which he has served with dedication, integrity, and
distinction over the years:
“I am very happy to return to the job I have always loved. Aviation security has been my
passion and my calling. I thank my family, my attorney, all those who believed in me,
supported me, and stood by me throughout my long and difficult pursuit of justice.”
Mr. Jones looks forward to continuing his service to the people of Dominica and
contributing once again to the safety, security, and efficiency of the nation’s air and sea port operations.