Micoud North MP Jeremiah Norbert has proven to be not just a failure as a parliamentary representative, but also a blatant liar who has turned his back on the very people who once stood by him. His hypocrisy has now been laid bare, and no amount of deception can hide the truth. In 2021, during the election campaign, Norbert suffered…
It has now been close to a year since the Philip J. Pierre-led administration failed to appoint an Integrity Commission, a blatant disregard for transparency and good governance. This omission raises serious concerns, particularly given the cloud of corruption allegations hanging over several government ministers, including Richard Frederick, Ernest Hilaire, and Kenson Casimir. The Integrity Commission plays a crucial role…
It has been four long years since the Blanchard Community Centre in Micoud South was completed, yet its doors remain locked. This facility, built under the leadership of former Prime Minister Allen Chastanet, was meant to serve as a vital hub for the community—a space for meetings, events, and essential services. But instead of fulfilling its intended purpose, it stands…
The question is increasingly difficult to avoid: is Richard Frederick, through his television show and public statements, operating as the de facto Prime Minister and Minister for National Security of Saint Lucia? His conduct raises serious concerns about the proper functioning of our democracy and the independence of critical state institutions like the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force. Frederick has…
As a concerned citizen of Saint Lucia, I am deeply troubled by the growing trend of political victimization under the current administration of Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre. The recent transfer of the personal bodyguard of the Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Allen Chastanet, and the sending on leave of a sergeant known to support the United Workers Party (UWP)…
The revelation that the Bank of Saint Lucia has closed the accounts of Richard Frederick, the Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister, raises serious concerns that demand public attention. This unprecedented move by a major financial institution in Saint Lucia casts a shadow over the integrity of our government and its representatives. Richard Frederick is no stranger to…
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…