Government of Saint Lucia

Partnering with the Saint Lucia National Conservation Fund, environmental authorities clear hazardous abandoned sea moss frames from Savannes Bay while introducing eco-friendly floaters to replace traditional wood and plastic setups.

In the headlines: The House of Assembly votes on a VAT exemption for construction materials and government prioritizes universal access to early childhood education.  For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

On behalf of the government and people of Saint Lucia, Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre extends deepest sympathies to the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela following severe infrastructure damage and tragic casualties from recent seismic events.

Saint Lucian sea moss producers cut timber reliance by utilizing a new rope-and-line method that requires 80% fewer support sticks, curbing coastal deforestation while advanced Crown Lands lease negotiations look to solve tenure security.

Seeking additional financing from the International Development Association (IDA), a new expansion plan targets online public service portals, broadband connectivity in schools, and digital tools for local small enterprises.

The House of Assembly greenlights financing to upgrade Saint Lucia's electricity grid infrastructure, increase the domestic renewable energy mix, and lower regional implementation costs through aggregated private sector concessions.

Parliament approves a major funding injection from the International Development Association to back the Caribbean Resilient Renewable Energy Infrastructure Investment Facility , establishing flexible, 40-year long-term repayment timelines.

Prime Minister Pierre signs a cross-agency agreement with Restoring Vision to launch a 12-month pilot program integrating free presbyopia screenings and diagnostic reading glass distributions into neighborhood wellness clinics.

Under the modified price pass-through mechanism, the cost of gasoline, diesel, and kerosene remains locked through July 12th as state relief funds keep household cooking gas affordable.

Hon. Dr. Ernest Hilaire outlines extensive youth development benefits, highlighting an upcoming international partner summit, local training access to the London facilities, and the upcoming "Let Her Inspire Your Cup" tournament for Saint Lucia's women's national team.

Minister for Finance Hon. Philip J. Pierre seeks parliamentary authorization to raise EC$49.5 million for the 2026–2027 budget and roll over EC$856 million in existing treasury instruments, citing robust domestic investor confidence.

In the headlines:  Parliament approves financing for a renewable energy infrastructure facility, and a digital transformation project is set for expansion under additional financing. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines:  Government seeks approval to raise money by the issue of treasury bonds, and Deputy Prime Minister Defends Arsenal Partnership as investment in Saint Lucia's future.  For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The Ministry of Health urges the public to seek immediate emergency hospital care for snakebites. Residents are cautioned against dangerous home remedies like tourniquets or cutting wounds, and are advised to maintain cleared yards.

Marking the 65th anniversary of the Peace Corps in Saint Lucian development, 26 new trainees engage in a 9-week pre-service training block focused on learning local life skills, language integration, and traditional cooking.

Implemented by the Taiwan Technical Mission via the Seven Crops Project, a newly desilted dam and filtration network are unveiled by Ambassador Nicole Su and Agriculture Minister Lisa Jawahir to benefit nearly 60 local farmers.

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre emphasizes that anti-monopoly and anti-trust rules are best structuralized collectively at the regional level through the OECS Single Market and Economy framework to protect consumers without disrupting supply chains.

Following the conclusion of the quarterfinal round, 18 successful contenders are announced to compete at the National Cultural Centre on June 28th for a place in the finals against defending monarch Dezral.

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