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 the public, particularly because government construction projects appear to be exempt from these restrictions. Construction of concrete roads, drains, and other infrastructure projects are continuing unabated, raising questions about the fairness and consistency of the emergency measures.
Many citizens and private sector stakeholders are expressing their concerns and calling for transparency and equity in the enforcement of the water restrictions. The contrast between the halted private construction activities and the ongoing government projects is seen by some as a double standard and continues to erode public trust in the Philip J Pierre led administration. #PierreEhCare#PuttingYouWorse#SaveOurSaintLucia
Prime Minister Pierre’s Secret Global Ports Holdings Deal: A Cause for Concern
In a democracy, transparency and accountability are paramount. Unfortunately, these principles seem to have been disregarded by Prime Minister Philip J Pierre in his handling of the Global Ports Holdings deal, which has been shrouded in secrecy from the start. The recent secret ceremony held on Monday, April 29th, 2024, to mark the commencement of the project is just the…
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