Government of Saint Lucia

Global Ports Holding (GPH) reports advanced progress on the Harbour Enhancement Project, featuring four over-water balconies and eight kiosks designed to modernize the cruise passenger experience and boost the island's competitiveness.

Leading up to May 1, the Department of Labour joins the UN and ILO in spotlighting workers' rights with a series of social and cultural events under the theme, "A Celebration of Workers."

The Ministry of Education, Youth Development, and Sports unveils plans to transform the academy into a world-class hub featuring an Olympic-standard track , aquatic center, and multi-purpose courts to nurture elite local athletes.

Member of Parliament Stephenson King announces a $1 million water storage project for Carellie and surrounding areas, including the delivery of 100 water tanks and a new 265,000-gallon storage facility to combat supply inconsistencies.

Empowering inmates of the Bordelais Correctional Facility to make healthier choices and to embark on positive lifestyle choices upon reintegration into society was the focus as the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition joined forces with the Bordelais Correctional Facility to implement a ten-week program, “I.M.P.R.O.V.E.” This program is expected to address the rehabilitative needs of inmates...

Saint Lucia’s healthcare system has received a major boost with the official handover of critical medical equipment and vehicles under two significant health sector initiatives. The projects, the Building Capacity and Resilience in the Health Sector Project, and the Building Public Health System Resilience Project are being implemented by the Government of Saint Lucia in partnership with the Carib...

In the headlines:  The Honourable Minister Stevenson King has outlined solutions for water supply and infrastructure issues in Castries North and the Ministry of Education, Youth Development and Sports has announced plans to transition the St Lucia Sports Academy into the Laverne Spencer Centre for Sporting Excellence. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

A partnership between the TEF and the Girl Guides Association results in the installation of six new permanent shower facilities and water tanks, improving the experience for both students and regional camping groups.

Under the theme "Igniting Young Minds to Power the Future," students from across the island are recognized for innovative projects in environmental sustainability and health, with top honors going to Cicero RC, Bouton RC, and Vieux Fort Comprehensive.

Governor Timothy N.J. Antoine unveils a roadmap for financial transformation and citizen empowerment, emphasizing that the plan's success will be measured by tangible improvements in the lives of people across the Eastern Caribbean.

Benefactor Neil Paul continues a family tradition of patronage by donating three significant paintings to the FRC, aiding the center’s ongoing recovery following the catastrophic 2018 fire.

The Government officially accedes to the ACWL, granting Saint Lucia expert legal support in World Trade Organization disputes and strengthening its negotiating position in the global economy.

Minister Stevenson King announces a shift away from manual, "laborious" administrative processes toward a digitized HCM system. The new platform aims to improve transparency and interface directly with the Department of Finance for faster staffing and payroll solutions.

The Caribbean Digital Transformation Project (CADIP), in collaboration with the OECS and CARICOM IMPACS, hosts a workshop focused on "digital hygiene" to protect public servants, youth, and the elderly from rising threats like phishing and online bullying.

Parliamentary Representative Danny Butcher announces a suite of upcoming benefits for the south, including the distribution of over 100 land lots across Cantonment, Daremon, Latoni, and Lareshoes, alongside infrastructure upgrades and the transition to the New St. Jude Hospital.

Prime Minister Philippe J. Pierre highlights a balanced approach to fiscal discipline, noting that while debt repayments have increased by 21.8% following the expiration of COVID-19 pandemic grace periods, the government continues to fund essential public services and social programs without interruption.

In the headlines:  Saint Lucia accedes to the Advisory Centre on World Trade Organisational Law and; the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank has introduced its new strategic plan aimed at making tangible improvements to the lives of the people of the region. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The Prime Minister has assured Saint Lucian's that the country is comfortably meeting its debt obligations and; the Ministry of the Public Service is moving to adopt modern digital systems to improve service delivery and workflow.  For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) is taking a major step towards expanding its laboratory testing capacity with the official opening of its Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Regional Reference Referral Laboratory in Saint Lucia. The laboratory is equipped to carry out advanced testing to identify germs and bacteria and to determine which medicines can still effectively treat them. This type...

One of the island's leading secondary schools is continuing to set the trend of promoting healthy eating within their school population. And for the Castries Comprehensive Secondary School World Home Economics Day was an opportune time to do so.