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The Failure of Saint Lucia’s 2.5% Health and Security Levy

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…

United Workers Party Condemns Unlawful Waiver of2.5% Health and Citizen Security Levy for Rodney Bay City Center Ltd.

Castries, Saint Lucia, July 23rd, 2024 – The United Workers Party (UWP) expresses graveconcern over the Government’s recent actions regarding the Health and Citizen Security Levy.On July 12th, 2024, it was revealed through Instrument No.108 of 2024 that the Cabinet ofMinisters granted a zero percent levy to the consultants, contractors, sub-contractors, suppliers,and utility companies involved with Rodney Bay City Center…

Condolence Message from Leader of the Opposition Hon. Allen Chastanet on the Passing of Former Ambassador Edsel Edmunds

It is with profound sadness that we learn of the passing of former Ambassador Edsel Edmunds, a distinguished son of Saint Lucia, who served our nation with dedication and honor as Ambassador to Washington from 1984 to 1997. Ambassador Edmunds was not only a revered diplomat but also an eminent agricultural scientist whose contributions to science and research have left…

The Missing US$1.4 Billion in CIP Funds and Its Potential Impact on Saint Lucia’s Economy

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,…

Deceptive Governance

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…

Ethical Governance in Question: Did Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre Support Ministers’ Involvement in Blackmail Scandal?

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…