Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre’s recent revelation that Anse la Raye/Canaries MP Wayne Girard is the architect of Saint Lucia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) should alarm every right-thinking citizen. Entrusting the management of our nation’s wealth to Girard raises serious concerns, given his past association with Freedom Bay, a failed hotel development project in Soufriere that reportedly defrauded British pensioners…
As a concerned citizen of Saint Lucia, I cannot stay silent while our country’s resources are mismanaged, our laws are blatantly ignored, and our future is put at risk for the benefit of a few. That is why I stand firmly in support of Hon. Allen Chastanet’s legal battle to protect the integrity of our Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP)…
The announcement by Leader of the Opposition Hon. Allen Chastanet that the United Workers Party (UWP) will introduce National Health Insurance (NHI) for all Saint Lucians when reelected is a major step forward in ensuring a better quality of life for our people. This commitment builds on the foundation laid during the last UWP administration, which prioritized healthcare infrastructure, social…
The revelation that the Bank of Saint Lucia has closed the accounts of Richard Frederick, the Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister, raises serious concerns that demand public attention. This unprecedented move by a major financial institution in Saint Lucia casts a shadow over the integrity of our government and its representatives. Richard Frederick is no stranger to…
The letter, written by Hon. Allen Chastanet as Leader of the Opposition, addresses the Prime Minister of Saint Lucia, expressing grave concerns over unresolved homicides linked to the IMPACS investigation, the increase in crime, and the conduct of Housing Minister Richard Frederick. Key points include: The letter ends with a plea for decisive action to avoid a repeat of past…
We have seen the post election chaos in Venezuela. The widespread condemnation from neighboring South American Governments and reputable interrnational agencies which have all declared that the results declared by the Venezuelan National Electoral Council (CNE). We in St Lucia must. be vigilant to protect our tradition of free and fair elections and to ensure that malpractices apparent under Maduro…
In 2021, under the UWP Administration, negotiations began for a 40-bed field hospital to support Saint Lucia’s healthcare capacity. The efforts paid off in January 2022 when the US government officially handed over this critical facility to the Government and people of Saint Lucia. Unfortunately, despite the urgent need for beds at St Jude Hospital and OKEU Hospital, this essential…
By James Stanislaus How much more do we want to know about the people running our country before we decide to take punitory action against them for their misdeeds? Do we intend to remain as quiet as mice until the house collapses? St Lucia is a small island state with limited sources of income, but lately, we have witnessed a…
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…
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…