Prime Minister Philip J Pierre’s recent remarks regarding the lowering of the Real Estate option of Saint Lucia’s citizenship by investment program raise serious concerns about transparency and accountability within his administration. By attributing the decision to his predecessor, Prime Minister Pierre appears to be deliberately misleading the public and shirking responsibility for a significant policy change that occurred under…
The Women’s Arm of the United Workers Party unequivocally condemns the continuedreprehensible and misogynistic behavior exhibited by Government Minister Richard Frederick inthe Office of the Prime Minister. His repeated use of derogatory and demeaning language on histalk show, “Can I Help You With Richard Frederick,” is a blatant affront to the dignity ofwomen and an egregious abuse of his platform…
The Leader of the Opposition has been invited to participate in the 2024 Global Parliamentary Forum (GPF) jointly organized by the World Bank and the IMF, which will be taking place in-person in Washington D.C. on 15-16 April, 2024, ahead of the 2024 Spring Meetings (SMs). The Leader of the Opposition will be out of state from 14th to 20th…
Saint Lucia Labour Party continues its vile attacks of racism and bigotry. On the television show called “ Can I help you with Richard Frederick ” aired on MBC last evening, the leadership of the Saint Lucia Labour Party clearly demonstrated that they are the architects of racism and bigotry that now defines the Labour Party. Senior member of the…
On Saturday, 6th April, 2024, in honor of its 60th Anniversary, the United Workers Party hosted a historic gala fundraiser under the theme “All that Glitters Is Gold”. It was attended by several Opposition leaders from the region, party members and supporters as well as supporters from the Diaspora who flew in for the special occasion. This event officially kicks…
The Prime Minister’s Office yesterday issued a press release that the Prime Minister has gone to Brussels to meet with the European Union to discuss the Citizenship By Investment Programme. The Opposition has been reliably informed that in fact Mr. Pierre was summoned due to serious concerns about the operation of this Programme. We, as a party have been sounding…
Seven Leaders of Opposition Political Parties from around the Caribbean converged in Saint Lucia for a preliminary meeting on Saturday April 6th to establish a Leader of the Opposition Political Parties Forum. The preliminary meeting brought into sharp focus the need for higher levels of awareness on the constitutional significance and resultant responsibility that comes with the office of Leader…
The St. Lucia Labour Party (SLP) previously criticized the UWP Administration for allocating EC$2.5 Million to International Sports Venue Design and Development Specialist, Don Lockerbie, for the design, procurement, and supervision of upgrades to five national sports facilities. These facilities included the Soufriere Mini Stadium, Desruisseaux Playing Field, Micoud Playing Field, Dennery Sports Complex, and the Saint Lucia Sports Academy.…
On March 26th, 2024, I officially wrote to Prime Minister Philip J Pierre regarding major concerns with respect to the approval by Parliament of the Guarantee provided to the National Lotteries Authority (NLA) to secure a loan in the amount of $80 million from 1st National Bank Saint Lucia Limited to assist with the financing of a youth and sports…
The United Workers Party is deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Lambert Smith, a true legend and loyal stalwart from Saltibus. Mr. Smith’s dedication to his family, community, our party and his unwavering commitment to the betterment of Saint Lucia will be deeply missed. He was a pillar of the community, and his passion and spirit were truly inspiring.…