Government of Saint Lucia

In the headlines: Plans are underway for the establishment of a new cargo port facility and, Initiatives to strengthen Saint Lucia’s tourism product continue. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

As a core element of the ongoing Seven Crops Project, senior agricultural experts lead a specialized training session in Union to teach farmers practical vegetation grafting methods to elevate domestic fruit security.

Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre secures absolute parliamentary backing to waive value-added taxes on crucial building inputs—such as cement, lumber, structural roofing elements, and newly added guttering supplies—to protect vulnerable coastal communities during the active hurricane season.

Unveiling the Programme for Education, Realignment and Transformation (PERT) backed by the Caribbean Development Bank, the government commits to structuralizing specialized training modules for differently abled youth and guaranteeing free pre-schooling island-wide.

Global Marketing Executive Dexter Purcell showcases a preview of a coming digital destination blitz designed to tap into the London-based sports club's extensive international follower database across Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

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.