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
Fact Checking Prime Minister Philip J Pierre’s lies about the Custody Suites Project
The SLP Government, in particular Prime Minister Philip J Pierre keeps using the foolish excuse that the demolition of the old Custody Suites building in Castries is contributing to crime. In his usual deceitful style, the Prime Minister has attempted to create an illusion that there was no pre-existing plan to address this issue, despite the fact that all pertinent…
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