The United Workers Party is very surprised by a statement issued by the Government of Saint Lucia titled “statement on incident of ministers subsistence cheque posted on social media”, dated June 15, 2023, in which a number of matters were raised, many of them are untruths or need greater clarification. In the release, it was quoted that the cheque was…
The United Workers Party is deeply saddened by the recent incident involving the violent and tragic stabbing death of Bonita James of Dennery, due to domestic abuse. We take this time to offer our deepest condolences to her grieving family and loved ones. Domestic violence continues to be a grave societal issue that requires urgent attention and action. In the…
Gros Islet Constituency Branch members say Thanks and show Appreciation to fathers in the constituency
Almost 2 years later, citizens of Saint Lucia are still benefiting from employment and projects which were started by the former UWP administration. These projects are being executed under the Disaster Vulnerability Reduction Project which comes to an end at the end of June 2023. Recognizing the vulnerabilities and risks faced by the island nation, the UWP administration undertook the…
Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible fathers out there! Today, as the United Workers Party, we want to express our deepest gratitude and appreciation for the invaluable role you play in shaping the lives of your children and our nation #TeamWorkers
The Honorable Allen Chastanet wins again! Yesterday, 13 June 2023, the Privy Council delivered a landmark decision in favor of Mr. Chastanet, vindicating him one more time. This represents yet another victory for the Leader of the Opposition and the United Workers Party (UWP) in a series of matters brought before the Law Courts, all in an attempt to silence…
The United Workers Party is deeply saddened by the recent incident involving the violentand tragic stabbing death of Bonita James of Dennery, due to domestic abuse. We take thistime to offer our deepest condolences to her grieving family and loved ones.Domestic violence continues to be a grave societal issue that requires urgent attention andaction. In the wake of this tragic…
Ernest Hilaire (Appellant) v Allen Chastanet (Respondent) (Saint Lucia) Case ID: JCPC 2021/0007 Jurisdiction: Court of Appeal of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (St Lucia) Case summary Issue Whether Article 917A of the Civil Code of Saint Lucia allows the importation of UK statute law into Saint Lucian law in relation to contracts, quasi-contracts and torts. Facts The Appellant (the…
After increasing the cost of acquiring a passport, then also reducing the passport validity from 10 years down to 5 years, Saint Lucians continue to suffer with prolonged delays in the passport issuance process under this SLP Administration. The actions of the Government have left thousands of Saint Lucian citizens feeling frustrated, burdened, and restricted in their ability to travel…