By James Stanislaus The government of St. Lucia has embarked on a reckless and destructive path, prioritizing the interests of foreign corporations and wealthy elites over those of its own citizens, particularly the poor and working-class people who make up more than 50% of the population. The recent imposition of a 2.5% Health & Security Levy, touted as a measure…
Recent revelations have cast a troubling light on the actions of two key figures in the government of Saint Lucia, raising serious questions about ethical governance and political integrity. A recently aired episode of “Untold Stories” has brought to public attention leaked voice notes and WhatsApp conversations that suggest Minister Richard Frederick and Minister Joachim Henry were involved in a…
Leader of the Opposition Hon. Allen Chastanet has written to Prime Minister Philip J Pierre calling on him to remove the 2.5% Levy for all Saint Lucians and not just a selected few. These are some of key points in Hon. Chastanet’s letter to the PM: 1) On July 12, 2024, the public learned via Instrument No. 108 of 2024…
Dear Prime Minister, Honourable Philip J. PierrePrime Minister of Saint LuciaOffice of the Prime MinisterGreaham Louisy Administrative BuildingThe WaterfrontCASTRIES Re: Unlawful and unjust waiver of 2.5% under the Health and Citizen Security Levy Act granted to Rodney Bay City Center Ltd. I write to you today to express serious concern over your government’s recent actions in respect of the Health…
Saint Lucians should be deeply concerned regarding the recent revelations made by an Enhanced Due Diligence and Financial Crime Consultant about Saint Lucia’s purported violation of American sanctions on Russia. The consultant’s report accuses Saint Lucia of circumventing U.S. sanctions imposed in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by continuing to process Citizenship by Investment (CBI/CIP) applications for Russian nationals,…
Recent reports indicating that the Government of Saint Lucia has engaged a British public relations firm for crisis management related to the Citizenship by Investment scandal, and to prepare a strategic plan for the Saint Lucia Labour Party’s upcoming general election campaign, have raised significant concerns. The alleged payment of £3 million to this firm, particularly at a time when…
Prime Minister Philip J Pierre’s recent statement regarding Saint Lucia’s financial constraints in assisting those affected by Hurricane Beryl has sparked considerable outrage among the public. His assertion that the government lacks sufficient funds to provide widespread assistance stands in stark contrast to recent decisions that have allocated substantial sums to various large-scale projects. According to documented reports, Prime Minister…
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 United Workers Party Canada Caucus condemns Prime Minister Philip Pierre’s disgraceful attempt to use the term “a product of Canada” as an insult for those who support the United Workers Party. This attempt to use a phrase that thousands of St Lucian-Canadians share and can identify with as an insult, based on former Prime Minister Allen Chastanet’s statement about…
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…