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Health, Security, and Infrastructure Set to Receive Significant Funding in Saint Lucia’s 2025-2026 Budget

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On Tuesday, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre delivered his address in the House of Parliament, outlining the government’s projected capital expenditure, revenue estimates, and financing for the fiscal year 2025-2026. The Prime Minister began by highlighting the government’s planned capital...
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UWP Slams Minister Frederick Over “Racist” Remarks and Attacks on Women

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The United Workers Party (UWP) has launched a scathing criticism against Housing Minister Richard Frederick, accusing him of perpetuating racism and launching sustained verbal attacks on women through his weekly talk show. In a statement issued this week, the opposition...
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Saint Lucia Prepared to Accept Deported Nationals 

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Saint Lucia is ready to welcome home five of its nationals who have been deported from the United States of America, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre confirmed on Monday.  Pierre responded to concerns that numerous Saint Lucians were enroute to...
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Pierre’s $577M Wage Bill: Relief for Workers, Questions on Sustainability in 2025/26 Budget

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In an unprecedented budget statement that highlighted rising government expenditure and economic pressures, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre on Monday night outlined a $577.3 million wage bill for the 2025/26 financial year, representing a 6.6% increase over the previous...
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Saint Lucia’s Economy Records Growth as Government Projects Surplus in 2025/26 Budget

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Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Philip J. Pierre presented the Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure for the fiscal year 2025/26 to Parliament, highlighting Saint Lucia’s economic recovery, fiscal performance, and future financial projections. 
Prime Minister Pierre stated that the...
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Constitution Park Not Sold, Says Pierre

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Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre, at Monday’s pre-cabinet presser, denied claims that the land where Constitution Park is was sold to a private developer. These claims come as the government revisits the Halls of Justice Project. Pierre said these...
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Opposition Granted Extra Day to Review $2 Billion Budget

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The opposition will have an extra day to review the government’s budget estimates before debate begins, breaking from parliamentary tradition. This was disclosed by Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre on Monday, who also confirmed that while debates usually start the...
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Prime Minister Pierre Responds to U.S. Inquiry on Cuban Doctors and ‘Yellow List’ Report

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Castries, St. Lucia — Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has assured the nation that the government has responded to inquiries from the United States regarding the employment of Cuban medical personnel in St. Lucia, reaffirming that the island has...
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Chastanet Refutes Claims of Disrespect at Archbishop’s Breakfast Event

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Castries, Saint Lucia – Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet has strongly denied allegations made by the ruling Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) that he acted disrespectfully at a church event hosted by Archbishop Gabriel Malzaire. The controversy stems from a press...
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Chastanet Defends $1M Consultancy Amid St. Jude Hospital Reconstruction Controversy

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Leader of the political opposition United Workers Party (UWP) Allen Chastanet, has staunchly defended his administration's decision to allocate EC$1 million for a consultancy assessing the feasibility of the old St. Jude Hospital versus constructing a new facility in...
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Police Investigate Creators’ Alliance Amid Ponzi Scheme Concerns

The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force has launched an official investigation into the controversial “Creators’ Alliance” initiative, which captured...

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