Tag: Bribery

By James Stanislaus “It is utterly appalling and reprehensible that Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre would prioritize political expediency over the welfare of the people of Soufriere, who have suffered devastating losses due to the ravages of Hurricane Beryl. His callous disregard for the plight of his constituents is a stark reminder of his administration’s tone-deafness to the needs of…

The recent scandal surrounding Prime Minister Philip J Pierre, implicating him in a bribery scheme with Soufriere MP Emma Hippolyte, have shocked and dismayed many across Saint Lucia. According to reports, the Prime Minister was allegedly captured on video, during a livestream produced by his communications unit, discussing payments of $1500 to residents of Baron’s Drive. The livestream, which was…