Lastnight, DBS Television was sabotaged during the broadcast of an interview with Mr Philippe Martinez who has been exposing ongoing corruption within Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment Programme. The revelations by Mr Martinez have alleged that over US$1 Billion of Saint Lucia’s CIP Funds are unaccounted for. During the interview Mr. Martinez was expected to make even more revelations given…
“Fellow St. Lucians, I have been trying to call Timothy on news spin to address the statements by Dr. Ernest Hilaire on the morning show, but I just am not getting through, so I am taking to my facebook page to address him. I heard first, the Prime Minister Mr. Philip Pierre in his address over the weekend state that…
The ongoing neglect and apparent victimization of the people in Micoud South and Choiseul/Saltibus by the SLP government is deeply concerning. Despite the fact that these communities exercised their democratic right by voting for the UWP, they have faced punitive measures that starkly contrast with the principles of fair governance. The newly built Blanchard Community Center in Micoud South and…
As the Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) government celebrates three years in office with fanfare and pomp, touting a list of accomplishments that seem to impress only themselves, the harsh reality for most St. Lucians is a stark contrast. These have been dark, trying times of financial hardship, where the few have been enriched at the expense of the many,…
Three years ago, you entrusted Philip J. Pierre and the Saint Lucia Labour Party with the governance of our beloved country. Now, it’s time to reflect on that decision and ask ourselves a critical question: Are we better off today than we were three years ago? In the past three years, we have witnessed several concerning developments: High Fuel and…
The axiom “you can take a man out of the gutter, but you can’t take the gutter out of the man” is a stark reminder of the Minister of Housing’s dubious character, forged in the depths of corruption and deceit. His meteoric rise to power, marred by repeated run-ins with the law, has left an indelible stain on his reputation.…
The recent announcement by Minister of Health Moses Jn Baptiste that the Government is still working on a financing mechanism for healthcare is deeply concerning. This comes after the Government abandoned the National Health Insurance initiative which was started by the Allen Chastanet led administration and a year after the introduction of a 2.5% Health and Security levy on goods…
Saint Lucia is grappling with an economic burden that has left many of its citizens struggling to make ends meet. The 2.5% Health and Security Levy, introduced by the Pierre government to raise $33 million EC annually, has added to the financial strain on households and businesses. This levy, applied to essential goods and services such as groceries, back-to-school items,…
By James Stanislaus The government of St. Lucia has embarked on a reckless and destructive path, prioritizing the interests of foreign corporations and wealthy elites over those of its own citizens, particularly the poor and working-class people who make up more than 50% of the population. The recent imposition of a 2.5% Health & Security Levy, touted as a measure…
Recent revelations have cast a troubling light on the actions of two key figures in the government of Saint Lucia, raising serious questions about ethical governance and political integrity. A recently aired episode of “Untold Stories” has brought to public attention leaked voice notes and WhatsApp conversations that suggest Minister Richard Frederick and Minister Joachim Henry were involved in a…