Government of Saint Lucia

The Customs and Excise Department is reporting a strong uptake of its online payment platform, with officials indicating that the system is already helping to improve cargo clearance, increase transparency, and make it easier for businesses and individuals to conduct transactions. The initiative forms part of a broader modernization agenda aimed at enhancing productivity, competitiveness, and the...

In the headlines: The semifinalists are announced for the 2026 National Calypso Competition, and Government favours a regional approach to anti-trust legislation. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Lawmakers gather for a June 23rd legislative sitting to address a comprehensive agenda including treasury bond refinancing, green energy motions, the Saint Lucia Flood Investment Project, and amendments to the Crown Lands and Income Tax Acts.

Project management officials review a major concept note for submission to the Green Climate Fund, aiming to offset aging infrastructure, mitigate the dry season, and bring in capital upgrades via a Public-Private Partnership (PPP).

Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre targets agricultural independence by identifying seven specialized local crops for national self-sufficiency and discussing cross-border distribution plans ahead of a regional heads retreat.

Following a comprehensive needs assessment survey, agricultural stakeholders establish a flexible, after-hours virtual training hub tailored to empower the next generation of local farming coordinators.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition is advising the public to exercise caution when seeking prescription medications, particularly GLP-1 medications for example Ozempic which is used for the treatment of diabetes and weight management. 

In the headlines: The House of Assembly meets today, and WASCO advances the Northern Water System Plan. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Following a regional graduation cohort of 30 Saint Lucian students in New York, Minister Hon. Kenson Casimir announces ongoing discussions with Monroe University to bring advanced doctoral programs and automated sports science facilities to local athletes.

National Epidemiologist Dr. Michelle Francois announces that all primary school samples tested negative for Bilharzia, marking a massive milestone toward the total elimination of neglected tropical diseases ahead of the WHO 2030 target.

Scoring 91 out of 100 in the global Freedom in the World index, Saint Lucia is celebrated among the highest-scoring nations in the Caribbean and worldwide for its political rights, civil liberties, and robust rule of law.

Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre addresses international scrutiny by reaffirming Saint Lucia's commitment to a transparent CIP framework, highlighting intensive due diligence measures such as biometric passports and open-door collaborations with global partners.

Former Governor General Sir Emmanuel Neville Cenac is laid to rest following an official state funeral at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, honoring over 50 years of dedicated political and national public service.

In the headlines: Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre defends the Citizenship by Investment Program, and a State Funeral held for Sir Neville Cenac. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre announces plans to reform the water utility's corporate structure to attract private investment. He also warns of a meteorologist-predicted severe dry season and urges immediate rainwater harvesting.

Under the Green Climate Fund Readiness Project, national coordinators validate a specialized toolkit to help micro, small, and medium enterprises identify risks, scale up climate-smart innovations, and manage drought conditions.

The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority secures a massive sports tourism and investment deal with England’s Premier League Champions. The agreement includes setting up an Arsenal Academy Hub in Saint Lucia to train local and regional youth.

Minister Hon. Kenson Casimir announces a comprehensive program to mitigate student absenteeism, utilizing social transformation groups, school principals, local police forces, and newly appointed truancy officers.

Effective June 15, the Irish government establishes new border restrictions for all St. Lucia passport holders—including transit passengers—aligning its immigration controls with UK and Schengen zone frameworks.

Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre details sweeping funding upgrades for national emergency sectors, including a brand new training wing for the Fire Service in Vieux Fort and the modern Gros Islet Police Station headquarters.

Efforts to establish a population-based cancer registry in Saint Lucia are underway and this is being supported by the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) and IARC Caribbean Cancer Registry Hub. A delegation recently visited Saint Lucia to provide technical guidance  technicalguidance and conduct site assessments to support the implementation of apopulation-based cancer registry in country. Th...