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Mounting Employee Frustration Sparks Petition Against The Landings’ Managing Director

Staff at the Landings Resort and Spa are escalating calls for the removal of their managing director, citing serious breakdowns in leadership, deteriorating working conditions, and industrial-level concerns that they say are undermining the hotel’s performance and the livelihood...

IRD Clarifies: VAT-Free Day Missive Currently Being Circulated Is Not Issued By The Saint Lucia IRD

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) of Saint Lucia wishes to inform the public that a document currently circulating on social media and other communication platforms, listing items eligible for Saint Lucia’s VAT-Free Day, did not originate from the IRD...

LUCELEC & CSA Sign Union Agreement For Grades 1-3 Employees

St. Lucia Electricity Services Limited (LUCELEC) and the Civil Service Association (CSA) have signed a new union agreement for its Grade 1–3 employees, covering two triennia: 2020–2022 and 2023–2025. The agreement introduces a combined 14% wage increase, 7% for...

Outrage in Anse La Raye: Locals Challenge Mystery Quarry Developers and Environmental Risks

Tensions continue to rise in Anse La Raye as residents voice strong opposition to a proposed quarry development in the community, with concerns mounting over land ownership, environmental impact, and the lack of public consultation. Speaking on behalf of worried...

Minister Henry’s Final Official Act Highlights Deep Commitment to the Poor and Vulnerable

'Six Religious Organizations Receive Financial Support to Strengthen Community Outreach' In a powerful and symbolic final act ahead of the upcoming general election, Minister for Equity, Social Justice & Empowerment Hon. Joachim Henry, who's not seeking reelection, on Friday, November...

ECCO Delivers $1.3M Royalty Payout in Second Major Distribution of 2025

The Eastern Caribbean Collective Organisation for Music Rights (ECCO) Inc. has announced its second major royalty distribution for 2025, with a total of $1.3 million XCD set to reach creators’ bank accounts on December 4th, 2025. The payout covers...

St. Lucia Business Awards Break the Ice and Return with Fire

By Dale Carnegie Elliott Following a five-year hiatus spent helping its membership navigate the challenges of the post-COVID era, the Chamber of Commerce has brought back St. Lucia’s premier business awards—reborn, refocused, and ready to celebrate a stronger, more resilient...

MICS-7 Survey Gains Momentum as Thousands of Households Share Critical Insights on Saint Lucian Living Conditions

The seventh round of the Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS-7) is now well underway in Saint Lucia, with field teams reporting steady progress as they move through communities island-wide to gather data that will guide social policy for years...

WASCO Strengthens Dry Season Readiness, CEO Urges Public to Conserve as the Utility Expands Leak Detection and Customer Services

With meteorologists forecasting an intense and prolonged 2025/2026 dry season, the Water and Sewerage Company (WASCO) is rolling out a series of measures aimed at safeguarding the island’s water supply. Chief Executive Officer of WASCO, Zilta George-Leslie says the company...

Electric Vehicle Expo Set to Energize Saint Lucia this Saturday

Saint Lucians are in for an exciting day this Saturday as the EV Lucian Car Show & Trade Expo which takes place at Caribbean Cinemas Car Park from 9am to 5pm will serve up new electric and hybrid vehicle...

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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...