The United Workers Party has obtained a leaked copy of the contract for Philip J Pierre’s Halls of Injustice. The agreement between the Government of Saint Lucia and Trinidadian construction company NH reveals yet another attempt by Prime Minister Philip J Pierre to deceive the people of Saint Lucia. When the project was initially signed, Prime Minister Pierre claimed that…
Transparency is essential in democracy, yet recent developments suggest Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre may be keeping significant information from the public. Here are six critical issues raising concerns: 1. $400 Million Increase in Debt In 2023, Saint Lucia’s debt surged by $400 million, straining financial stability. The Prime Minister’s silence on this issue leaves questions about the government’s fiscal…
This Philip J Pierre led administration continues to spend taxpayer funds with very little to no transparency. For the last 4 months, tens of millions of taxpayer dollars have been spent to get 3 sporting facilities ready for World Cup Cricket. All contracts have been given without tendering and the Government refuses to say who has those contracts and how…
During a UWP Press Conference held in April 2024, former Economic Development Minister Guy Joseph brought to the attention of the general public the lack of availability of boxes for farmers to sell and export their produce. This lack of planning and preparation by the Government had been going on for weeks until it was highlighted by Mr. Joseph. During…
By James Stanislaus How much more do we want to know about the people running our country before we decide to take punitory action against them for their misdeeds? Do we intend to remain as quiet as mice until the house collapses? St Lucia is a small island state with limited sources of income, but lately, we have witnessed a…
The Courtyard Marriott, which is currently under construction at Pointe Seraphine, Castries was first announced by former Prime Minister Hon. Allen Chastanet during his 2018/2019 Budget Address. All the negotiations and incentives were done and granted under former Commerce and Investment Minister Hon. Bradly Felix along with Invest Saint Lucia. The construction of this project commenced in late 2020. It is…
The Government of Saint Lucia has officially declared a Water Emergency in response to the ongoing drought and critically low water reserves affecting the island. This declaration comes with stringent restrictions aimed at conserving water, including a prohibition on the use of water for making concrete blocks and mixing cement. However, the decision has sparked considerable debate and frustration among…
Minister Alfred Prospere’s decision to include farmers on the water prohibition emergency list is yet another nail in the coffin for Saint Lucia’s agriculture sector. This move is particularly disheartening given the recent struggles farmers have faced, including a prolonged shortage of boxes essential for selling and exporting their crops. The impact of these challenges has been devastating, culminating in…
Since assuming office as Local Government Minister, Richard Frederick’s actions towards vendors in Castries have ignited a firestorm of criticism and condemnation. Just one day after winning the election, Frederick pledged that no one would interfere with vendors in the city under his watch. However, recent events paint a starkly different picture, revealing a troubling pattern of victimization and political…
During today’s sitting of Parliament, Prime Minister Philip J Pierre will do the following borrowing: 1)$10 Million US 2)$80 Million EC for the National Lotteries Authority: He did this a few weeks ago, why is he coming back with this same loan? Something is fishy! 3)$64.1 Million EC in Government bonds 4)$477.3 Million EC in bonds and treasury bills will…