The recent spate of violence in Saint Lucia, marked by two double homicides over the past weekend, has brought the island’s crime rate to alarming heights. With 40 homicides recorded in the first six months of the year, the situation is becoming increasingly dire, warranting immediate and robust action from both the government.
Whilst Saint Lucians generally use murders as an indication of the crime rate, citizens also continue to report increases in robberies, burglaries, theft, stabbings and other forms of crime.
High crime, especially physical acts of violence places an additional burden on the already struggling healthcare system which has seen a reduction in financial resources. Saint Lucia is in trouble! #PierreEhCare#PuttingYouWorse#SaveOurSaintLucia
The Burden of the SLP Government’s Sneaky 2.5% Tax: A Closer Look
The SLP government has introduced a seemingly innocuous 2.5% tax. On the surface, it appears to be a minor adjustment to the nation’s fiscal policies. However, a deeper examination reveals that this tax is far from benign. In some cases, it effectively amounts to a whopping 5% increase, hitting citizens’ pockets harder than expected. One of the most alarming aspects…
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