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Government Expands Social Programmes, Targets Youth and Elderly in 2026/2027 Budget

The Government of Saint Lucia is expanding support for vulnerable groups, with new and ongoing social programmes outlined in the 2026/2027 Budget presented by Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre. At the centre of the plan is continued assistance for roughly...

Fuel Prices Hold — But Sharp LPG Increase Sparks New Cost Concerns

Fuel prices in Saint Lucia will remain largely unchanged for the next pricing cycle, offering some stability to consumers, even as select liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) products see notable increases. In its latest adjustment covering April 20 to May 10,...

Contract Signed for Upgrade to Water Supply in Gros Islet 

The Water and Sewerage Company has officially launched a major infrastructure upgrade aimed at improving water delivery in northern Saint Lucia, with the commencement of the Northern Pipeline Project. Chief Executive Officer Zilta George-Leslie described the project as a transformative...

Governor General Travels Overseas for Medical Care; Finisterre Appointed to Act

The Office of the Governor General has confirmed that His Excellency Sir Cyril E. M. Charles has traveled to Martinique to receive medical attention, prompting the temporary appointment of a deputy to ensure the continuity of official duties. In a...

Casimir Urges Responsible Parenting While Outlining Education Reforms

Education Minister Kenson Casimir has defended his recent comments on population growth, while outlining a series of education and nutrition initiatives aimed at adapting to Saint Lucia’s shifting demographics. Speaking during a pre-cabinet briefing, Casimir stressed that his call for...

Afreximbank Unveils US$10 Billion Lifeline as Middle East Conflict Shakes Caribbean and African Economies

A fresh wave of global instability is now rippling across the Caribbean and Africa, as escalating tensions in the Middle East threaten fuel supplies, food security, and economic stability. In response, the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has moved swiftly,...

Government Moves to Expand Social Protection Systems in 2026/2027 Budget

The Government of Saint Lucia is set to deepen its social protection framework under the 2026/2027 Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, with a series of targeted measures aimed at strengthening support for vulnerable populations. Minister for Equity, Social Justice, Gender,...

Jeremiah Norbert Backs Budget, Pushes Plan to Transform Micoud North

Micoud North MP and Minister for Home Affairs, Jeremiah Norbert, used his contribution to the 2026–2027 Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure on Wednesday, March 25, to outline a series of initiatives aimed at increasing economic activity in his constituency. A...

Pierre Accuses Chastanet of Disrespecting Parliament After Budget Debate Walkout

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has sharply criticized Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet, accusing him of disrespecting Parliament and the will of the people after his absence from the 2026/2027 Budget Debate. Closing the debate on the Estimates of Revenue and...

“We Are Developing Gros Islet Together” — Casimir Outlines Progress While Warning of Urgent Risks

Gros Islet MP Kenson Casimir has delivered a wide-ranging account of development across his constituency, using his budget contribution to highlight infrastructure gains while warning that vulnerable communities still face urgent risks. Positioning Gros Islet as central to national growth,...

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Fire Service Shuts Down Claims of Fire at New Saint Jude Hospital

The Saint Lucia Fire Service has firmly dismissed claims circulating online that the new Saint Jude Hospital has experienced...