Government of Saint Lucia

Minister Hon. Dr. Ernest Hiller announces a $1 million grant allocation and the transformation of the Small Business Development Centre into a statutory body to improve financial access, mentorship, and business viability for St. Lucia's small business sector.

United Nations observances for World Day for Safety and Health at Work and World Intellectual Property Day underscore global efforts to prevent occupational hazards and promote the role of creativity in economic development, specifically highlighting the 2026 theme of "Intellectual Property and Sports."

Minister for Labour, Hon. Emma Hippolyte , outlines key policy initiatives including the establishment of the national minimum wage and a commitment to modernizing Saint Lucia’s labour framework through social dialogue and legislative reform.

In the headlines: The Minister for Labour, the Honourable Emma Hippolyt, reaffirms commitment to worker protection, and the government expands MSME support. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

A call for the public and industry professionals to support local resorts and tourism excellence before the June deadline.

The government reaffirms its commitment to workers’ rights, social support, and collaborative industrial relations.

A regional mission to Barbados to study transforming fish processing waste into animal feed and bio-fertilizer.

A 12-month training initiative for 30 young apprentices to address labor shortages and modernize the baking industry.

Details on the move to digitize records, reduce delays, and decentralize services through the post office network.

Rounding off an active month of activities, Helen Association for Persons with Autism (HAPA) held a Sports fun day in the south of the island at the weekend. However the Association is pledging to continue its advocacy and public outreach.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition, in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), UN Women, and the Government of Canada, recently hosted a two-day workshop focused on strengthening advocacy efforts around Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in Saint Lucia. The SMART Advocacy Capacity Building Workshop brought together key stakeholders including health...

As citizens and visitors come together for the Jazz season, the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition also reminds everyone to pay due attention to their health and safety, and that of others around them. Individuals participating in Jazz events are encouraged to avoid the overconsumption of alcoholic beverages. If you are a motorist, you should not be consuming alcohol, as this poses a risk...

In the headlines: The government moves to modernize the land registry with a 1.6 million digital overhaul and, Labour Day 2026 activities are launched.  For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

A look at the island's 10-year National Adaptation Plan and the government's push toward water conservation and renewable energy to combat climate variability.

The government outlines a suite of interventions including payments for expectant mothers and pensioners, expanded school feeding programs, and increased funding for the Public Assistance Programme (PAP).

Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre presents a tax-free fiscal plan focused on economic stability, household relief, and strategic fiscal management despite global challenges.

In the headlines: Saint Lucia’s 2026–2027 budget outlines key measures to support households, businesses and economic stability. The Prime Minister reaffirms the government’s commitment to strengthening social protection systems. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In what was described as a proud moment for the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College, Saint Lucia and the Caribbean by extension, an inscription of the Derek Walcott Library on the UNESCO Memory of the World regional register was commemorated at the College recently.

Here's a peek into what's in store:  ✳️Strengthening support delivered to Dominica’s seamoss sector ✳️Mangroves throughout the OECS are set for restoration ✳️CARPHA and OECS reaffirm to strengthen public health

The Ministry of Home Affairs reports an 87.5% success rate for former inmates graduating from a rehabilitation and skills-training initiative, with many successfully transitioning into employment or entrepreneurship.

A one-time grant of $1,000 EC for mothers of registered newborns is announced as part of the 2026-2027 Budget to assist with immediate childcare costs.

Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre flags the island’s falling fertility rate—now below replacement levels—as a significant demographic challenge that threatens future economic stability and the labor force.

The government announces a suite of legislative updates and the development of the first "Decent Work Country Programme" to improve worker protections and social dialogue ahead of Labour Day.