A debate is now raging, primarily on social media, about government’s intention to abandon the Privy Council based in London, …
The Privy Council vs the Caribbean Court of Justice
The Fourth Estate, Does it Need Cleaning?
The above question is worthy of exploration given the crowded media landscape in the country today, something unheard of 15 …
Mothers – Society Shaping Leaders
WE are at that time of year when mothers become our main priority. It is Mother’s Day, and some of …
The Annual Budgets of Governments
This week was a very important one for the nation. Not only did the Opposition and the Government appear to …
COVID-19 is Not Dead, Neither is Diabetes
We take this opportunity to remind Saint Lucians not to indulge too much in a lifestyle that could lead them …
Time for an Independent Unit to Investigate Police Crimes, Shootings
Calls for an independent agency to investigate police shootings reared its head again, shortly after police fatally shot 28-year-old Terry …
Her Majesty’s Loyal Oppositions – A Farce Or A …
The time has come for Her Majesty’s loyal oppositions in the parliament of Saint Lucia to step up and perform …
Please Madame CMO, Clarify
Today’s editorial is aimed at the Chief Medical Officer Dr. Sharon Belmar-George and her team at the Ministry of Health, …
A Look At Our Foreign Policy
Six years ago, this newspaper called on the government of the day to choose its diplomats wisely noting that the …
… And Now for a Minimum Wage Bill
There is no doubt that last week’s passing of the Domestic Violence Bill in both houses of parliament was a …
WAR! – An Explanation
Armed conflict is taking place in several parts of the world today. However, the conflict having a more pressing impact …
Break the Bias
Tuesday 8 March is International Women’s Day. It is a day when most countries of the world recognise the achievements …
The Youth Economy – An Initiative Worthy of Pursuit
Prime Minister Philip J Pierre was on to something good when in November of last year, he launched the ‘Youth …
Another Independence Anniversary
We are at the cusp of yet another February 22, the day in 1979 when Saint Lucia gained its Independence …
Fighting Crime – A Different Approach Needed
Is there a tendency in Saint Lucia to over-rely on law-and-order responses to crime and violence, as opposed to other, …
Is The Creative Economy Bearing Fruit?
In November of last year, the Government of Saint Lucia officially introduced an innovative topic that has been, and continues …
Time to Make Tourism Everybody’s Business
The important role tourism will play in the recovery of national economies and global trade has been highlighted in the …
The Debate Over Schools Reopening
The decision taken by the Ministry of Education in conjunction with the Ministry of Health to reopen schools for face-face …
Appointment of a Deputy Prime Minister Not Farcical
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THE VOICE Newspaper over the years has been a very popular medium conveying local, regional and international news to its …
A Country Pregnant With Opportunities
Prime Minister Philip J Pierre New Year’s address to the nation was one filled with hope. The address was well …