Government of Saint Lucia

In the headlines: Saint Lucia Police caused massive breakthrough with illegal firearm seizure, and; Saint Lucia to benefit from Eco Youth Ventures Project. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Thousands of Saint Lucian families and children living with disabilities will now have their indispensable support system safeguarded through the upcoming biannual review of the Public Assistance Programme (PAP) and the Child Disability Grant, scheduled from September 29 to November 3, 2025. The review process plays a vital role in safeguarding the welfare of households across the island by keepin...

The Ministry of Health calls for Healthier Drinking Choices In Observance of World No Alcohol Day

In the headlines: Aquaculture and Seamoss farmers are given hurricane safety guidelines and; Saint Lucia highlights local agriculture at the Dasheen Festival. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Residents of Odsan are now eligible to own the properties they have been occupying for decades and; a special mission under the OECS Skills and Innovation Project is set to boost job readiness in Saint Lucia. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

What began in 2017 as a simple call for young swimmers to share what they had has grown into one of Saint Lucia’s most inspiring acts of generosity. The Lightning Aquatics Swim Club, through its annual Walk In My Shoes initiative, continues to equip less fortunate students with the tools they need to succeed in school. This year’s drive brought together swimmers and their families who donated new...

📢Are you ready for this week's #OECSNewslink?  📺 Tune into Episode 34 and catch the latest stories shaping our region. In the headlines: 🟢 The OECS Commission is proud to announce the installation of self-service immigration kiosks in Saint Lucia. 🟢 The UBEC initiative hosts virtual and in-person information sessions in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to prepare MSMEs for the upcoming Window...

TTM input sales under the Seven Crops Project

TREE CROP PROJECT MOU SIGNING CEREMONY

In the headlines: Saint Lucia has launched a climate fund unit to spare head Saint Lucia's climate resilience agenda and; 100 Saint Lucians will undergo training in cyber security. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

A week-long consultant mission hosted by the OECS Skills and Innovation Project (SKIP) in Saint Lucia has successfully gathered critical insights from students, educators, and workforce representatives, laying the groundwork for programs that will boost skills, innovation, and job readiness across the island.

In the headlines: The Minister for Crime Prevention calls for immediate strengthening of public safety measures and; Education officials and His Grace, Archbishop of Castries, Gabriel Malzaire holds discussions on key education matters. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: An uptick in violent crime has sparked calls for the creation of a national alliance in the fight against crime and; Saint Lucia has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equality and inclusive development at a high-level forum. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The Department of Fisheries urges fishers to adhere to hurricane advisories and; a team is being assembled to represent Saint Lucia at Nigeria's renowned Lagos Fashion Week For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The Department of Physical Development urges compliance ahead of a national cleanup campaign and; a capacity-building workshop lays the foundation for a national immigration policy. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

📢Are you ready for this week's #OECSNewslink?  📺 Tune into Episode 33 and catch the latest stories shaping our region. In the headlines: 🟢 The OECS Congratulates the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis on its 42nd Anniversary of Independence. 🟢 UBEC Hosts Business Development Services Information Sessions in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Support Blue Economy MSMEs. 🟢 The new edition of...

🫵 Are you ready for this week's #OECSNewslink?  📺 Tune into Episode 32 and catch the latest stories shaping our region. In the headlines: 🟢 The OECS Launches Strategic Monitoring and Evaluation Workshop for Business Support Organisations 🟢 OECS Commission Announces Project to Strengthen Disaster Resilience in Indigenous Schools  🟢 U.S. Delegation Pays Courtesy Visit on the OECS Commission

In the headlines: A committee to be appointed to oversee operations at the newly upgraded Serenity Park and; the Ministry of Health recruits youth in its fight against chronic diseases. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The Tourism Minister gives a candid appraisal of the tourism sector while announcing latest tourism figures and; the Water and Sewage Authority WASCO charts the future with a comprehensive strategic plan. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Government increases social support for victims of abuse and; the Department of Physical Development undertakes island-wide demolition of unauthorized structures. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The Prime Minister announces a second consecutive December bonus for civil servants and; Saint Lucia showcases Brand Saint Lucia on the world stage at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Saint Lucia wins two major awards at the 2025 King's Trust Awards and; construction work progresses on Saint Lucia's National Aquatic Facility. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs recently hosted a high-level validation workshop to advance the finalization of the National Strategic Plan for Health 2025-2035. The workshop was supported by the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) and the World Bank brought together key partners and stakeholders in health development to finalize the health sector roadmap. The NSPH 2025–20...

Earlier this month the Community Services Unit within the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice and Empowerment, together with the Anse la Raye Parents in Action Group, marked International Charity Day with a donation and day of service at the Trinity Home for the Elderly. The initiative encompassed grooming, games, shared meals, and companionship, uplifting residents with dignity, joy, and inclusion...