Recent events have cast a troubling shadow over the leadership of our nation, particularly concerning the Local Government and Housing Minister, Richard Frederick. His verbal attack on the President of the Saint Lucia Medical and Dental Association (SLMDA) for merely addressing critical concerns at the Owen King EU (OKEU) Hospital is both alarming and unacceptable. The President of the SLMDA,…
“Fellow St. Lucians, I have been trying to call Timothy on news spin to address the statements by Dr. Ernest Hilaire on the morning show, but I just am not getting through, so I am taking to my facebook page to address him. I heard first, the Prime Minister Mr. Philip Pierre in his address over the weekend state that…
The ongoing neglect and apparent victimization of the people in Micoud South and Choiseul/Saltibus by the SLP government is deeply concerning. Despite the fact that these communities exercised their democratic right by voting for the UWP, they have faced punitive measures that starkly contrast with the principles of fair governance. The newly built Blanchard Community Center in Micoud South and…
It is utterly disheartening to observe partisan politicking taking precedence over the pressing needs of the victims of Hurricane Beryl. During a recent tour of the Soufriere Waterfront to assess the damage caused by the hurricane, Emma Hippolyte, the Parliamentary Representative for Soufriere Fond St. Jacques, was seen wearing a green cap adorned with the red star of the St.…
In case you haven’t heard, the Philip J. Pierre-led administration has awarded contracts to Fresh Start Construction to recommence the Talvern and Choc Housing Projects. These projects were halted when the administration assumed office in July 2021. Upon taking office three years ago, the Pierre administration immediately stopped two major housing projects initiated under the previous United Workers Party (UWP)…
The United Workers Party (UWP) has issued a resolute declaration of war against corruption and victimization in Saint Lucia, following a series of troubling revelations that have rocked the nation. The announcement comes amidst mounting concerns over transparency, accountability, and ethical governance within the current administration. The UWP’s call to action comes on the heels of several alarming developments: In…
Since assuming office as Local Government Minister, Richard Frederick’s actions towards vendors in Castries have ignited a firestorm of criticism and condemnation. Just one day after winning the election, Frederick pledged that no one would interfere with vendors in the city under his watch. However, recent events paint a starkly different picture, revealing a troubling pattern of victimization and political…
Ernest Sam Augier is the Executive Chairman of the Soufriere Regional Development Foundation. He was rewarded with the job by Emma Hippolyte after financing and helping to manage her 2021 Election campaign in Soufriere. Since assuming the post of Executive Chairman of the SRDF, over 50 employees of the Foundation have been unceremoniously sent home. Many of the employees have…