FORMER Central Bank Governor Dr Alvin Hilaire is demanding $9.87 million in compensation in his legal warning to the Cabinet, claiming he was wrongfully fired from his job. His lawyers sent a pre-action letter through the Attorney General and the Cabinet Secretary, asking for a quick resolution to the matter.

Letters were sent to Attorney General John Jeremie and the Cabinet Secretary on July 2. Hilaire is represented by former prime minister Stuart Young, SC, Anthony Bullock and Imran Ali.

Newsday understands Hilaire intends to ask the courts to review his dismissal which he contends was unreasonable. The government was given 14 days to respond. Newsday also understands the letter describes the controversial way in which he was removed from office.