The public is hereby notified that in keeping with changes in international oil prices and government’s application of the modified …
Fuel Price Adjustments
NIC Resumes Requirement for Life Certificate for Pensioners
The National Insurance Corporation (NIC) has resumed the requirement for the presentation of life certificates for persons receiving a pension …
Poor and Vulnerable to Get Special Attention with the Observance of National Day of Caring
AT a sitting of parliament, this week, Equity Minister Joachim Henry addressed legislators on the need to show more care and passion to the less privileged persons in society – as the country prepares for the inaugural observance of Caring Day.
Debt Management Bill Coming Soon – PM Pierre
A Debt Management Bill will be brought to parliament in the near future and if approved, will sort out certain …
Fatal Shootings, drowning Mar Whitsuntide Holiday Weekend
A relatively calm Whitsuntide holiday weekend was unfortunately marred by more gun violence resulting in at least two separate homicide …
Chastanet Returns to Parliament, Stages ‘Walk for Democracy’
Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet yesterday took to the streets with fellow supporters to call out government for what he alleges is a violation of the constitution, just before taking his seat in parliament.
Consultations to Form Part of Minimum Wage Process
A series of consultations will precede the implementation of a Minimum Wage in Saint Lucia. So said the Minister for …
Host Communities Wanted for Jounen Kweyol
Mwa Éwitaj Kwéyòl and Jounen Kwéyòl 2023 The Monsignor Patrick Anthony Folk Research Centre (FRC) invites community representatives and community …
Unicomer Group Acquires the Global RadioShack Brand
Unicomer Group, through its affiliate Global Franchising Corporation (GFC), acquired RadioShack’s intellectual property assets and domains in about 70 countries …
PWA Calls for Sexual Harassment Policy
President of the Saint Lucia Police Welfare Association (PWA) Camron Laure, Wednesday, called for a sexual harassment policy for the police force, telling reporters “it is time that women feel safe in the work environment.”
1st National Bank Confirms Committment to Vincentian Market
Top officials of Saint Lucia’s 1st National Bank (St. Lucia) Limited returned home very upbeat earlier this week, after making history in neighbouring Saint Vincent & The Grenadines, where it’s become the first indigenous bank in the OECS to open a branch on another island in the sub-region.
National Schools Calypso Competition Returns
The Carnival Planning and Management Committee is excited to announce the return of the National Schools Calypso Competition, set for June 9, 2023.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT — ECCB Places First St Vincent Bank Ltd Under Receivership
The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 138 of the Banking Act …
Custody Suites to be Rebuilt in Nine Months
Government is moving quickly to alleviate a particular problem facing the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force, which is the lack of a holding facility for persons apprehended by police officers.
P.M. Pierre Speaks on Social Policy, Wealth Creation, Livable Wage
With government authorities touting the implementation and strengthening of the island’s social protection policies—there appears to be much at stake towards the progression of wealth creation and sustainable livelihoods for the citizenry.
Calypso Artform Still Alive, CMMC Chairman
With jazz out of the way, all eyes are now on the upcoming calypso season and carnival, plans for both already said to be at an advanced stage.
Minimum Wage Commission Close to Making a Recommendation to Cabinet of Ministers
The momentum driving government’s efforts to establish a national minimum wage for workers is crackling with energy and focus says the Chairperson of the Commission, veteran unionist Lawrence Poyotte.
Chastanet’s Declaration of Victory Refuted
Reports indicating that Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet has been granted a leave of absence to return to the sitting of …
Government sets Plans for Modernization of the Public Sector
Government is looking to implement measures to modernize the public service in an effort to provide greater efficiency and productivity …
Suspected Drowning Near Pigeon Island
On Monday May 15, 2023 about 11:15 a.m. a report of a suspected drowning was conveyed to the Police Marine …