Residents are voicing their outrage over the ongoing construction at Serenity Park, which has disrupted what was once a peaceful green space. Their frustration is compounded by the fact that no community consultations were held before the project began. Adding to the controversy, a similar facility is already under construction less than 400 meters away by the CDF, raising serious…
By James Stanislaus As we approach the upcoming General Elections, it is imperative that we, as supporters of the United Workers Party remain focused on our mission to bring about positive change for the people of St. Lucia. Unfortunately, detractors have been attempting to undermine our party’s chances of emerging victorious under the leadership of Allen Chastanet. These claims are…
We have seen the post election chaos in Venezuela. The widespread condemnation from neighboring South American Governments and reputable interrnational agencies which have all declared that the results declared by the Venezuelan National Electoral Council (CNE). We in St Lucia must. be vigilant to protect our tradition of free and fair elections and to ensure that malpractices apparent under Maduro…
The healthcare system in St. Lucia is in crisis, and the human cost is devastating. Despite international recognition of health as a fundamental human right, as enshrined in the World Health Organization’s 1946 Constitution, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948), and the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights (1966), the implementation of health rights in practice remains…
In the immortal words of John Wooden, “You are not a failure until you start blaming others for your mistakes.” It seems the Saint Lucia Labour Party administration has taken this quote to heart, albeit in a rather… creative way. Instead of taking responsibility for their shortcomings, they’ve developed a peculiar obsession with blaming former Prime Minister Allen Chastanet for, well,…
Heroes Of Castries Central (20.10.2024) – Biography of Earl Lewis Mr. Earl Lewis, also known as Cosmos, 82 years of age, owner of Cosmopolitan Bar on Victoria StreetCastries. Mr. Lewis resides at Julian Charles Street, Sans Souci. He has a strong belief that emphasisshould be placed on reading to educate one’s self. He also believes that in order to work…
Government corruption is often more than just an issue of mismanagement—it can be a direct catalyst for crime. When those in power misuse resources or manipulate systems for personal gain, it erodes public trust and weakens the rule of law. People begin to see the government as an institution that prioritizes self-interest over public service, leading to a dangerous ripple…
Whilst in Opposition, PHILIP PIERRE complained that the price of gas was too high when it was capped at $13.95 a gallon. Now that he is Prime Minister, he sees nothing wrong with the price of gas being $16.50 a gallon even though the price of the barrel of oil is the same. Sans Hontes! #PJPMustGo#SaveOurSaintLucia
The Government of Saint Lucia has found itself embroiled in yet another scandal. Information has emerged that a European Criminal Enterprise has been approved as a Citizenship by Investment Infrastructure Developer to do a Housing project in Rock Hall located in the Prime Minister’s constituency of Castries East. On September 12th, 2024, the Government of Saint Lucia suspiciously backdated approval…
The SLP Administration led by Prime Minister Philip Pierre continues to burden Saint Lucians with outrageously high fuel prices. This fuel price extortion practice is now into its 3rd consecutive year. Whilst the UWP was in office, US$70 for a barrel of oil meant that Saint Lucians paid $13.95 a gallon. This policy introduced by former Prime Minister Hon. Allen…