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National Taxi Union Demands Enforcement Action as Uber Defies Stop Order

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The National Taxi Union of Saint Lucia has issued a strong call for the immediate shutdown of Uber operations in Saint Lucia, accusing the ride-hailing company of openly defying a government-issued stop order. In a statement released on Wednesday, the...
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Government Eyes Cargo Port Relocation as Minister Outlines Plans to Ease Port Castries Congestion

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The island’s port congestion, infrastructure maintenance, and long-term development priorities are under renewed focus as the Minister with responsibility for Infrastructure, Port Services and Energy, Shawn Edward, outlined current challenges and future plans, including the possible relocation of cargo...
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Export Saint Lucia Sets Bold Course for 2026 Following Successful 2025

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Chief Executive Officer of Export Saint Lucia, Sunita Daniel, has outlined an ambitious vision for 2026, building on what she described as a year of meaningful progress, strengthened partnerships and growing international reach for Saint Lucian products and services. Reflecting...
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LUCELEC Statement On Norbert Road Rehabilitation Project

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St.  Lucia Electricity Services Limited (LUCELEC) Managing Director Gilroy Pultie has reaffirmed the power company’s commitment to public safety and open dialogue. This follows recent public statements from the contractor on the Norbert Road Rehabilitation Project where the issue...
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Government Pushes Back on Uber, Says No Approval Given for Operations in Saint Lucia

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The Government of Saint Lucia has moved to firmly dispel public speculation surrounding the operations of ride-hailing service Uber, making it clear that no approval, sanction or encouragement has been granted for the company to operate in the country. Minister...
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GPH Delivers Major Milestone With Opening of Antigua’s New Ultra-Modern Cruise Terminal

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Global Ports Holding’s continued success in transforming cruise destinations across the Caribbean was on full display on January 24, 2026, with the official opening of Antigua Cruise Port’s new ultra-modern cruise terminal, a landmark achievement under the Upland Development...
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Minister Edward Hits the Ground Running with Islandwide Road Improvements

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Newly appointed Minister for Infrastructure, Hon. Shawn Edward, has hit the ground running, as improvement works along the Barre de l’Isle, and other critical roadways on the island are currently underway.  The Barre de l’Isle is one of the most...
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Nine Lawyers to Learn Their Fate as Supreme Court Considers Disciplinary Committee Recommendations

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Nine lawyers in Saint Lucia will learn their fate when the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court considers recommendations from the Bar Association of St. Lucia’s Disciplinary Committee that could see them suspended from practice or removed from the Roll of...
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IRD Denies Claims of “Sick-Out,” Says Office Closures Due to Air Quality ConcernsCastries,

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The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has firmly dismissed circulating claims that a staff “sick-out” disrupted operations at its offices in Castries, clarifying that recent temporary closures were prompted solely by air quality concerns. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the...
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Prime Minister Pierre Says Venezuelan Oil Shipments to Saint Lucia Are Strictly Commercial

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Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has moved to clarify concerns surrounding the recent arrival of Venezuelan crude oil in Saint Lucia, stressing that the transactions are entirely commercial and do not involve the government in any operational or political...
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Stakeholders Eye New Measures to Improve Soufriere Security Amid U.S. Embassy Alert on Local Resort

Tourism and security officials met on Friday to address escalating safety and security concerns in Soufrière, as stakeholders intensified...

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