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Government of Saint Lucia
A range of topical information based radio programming brought to you from the Government Information Service of Saint Lucia.
This podcast aims to bring an array of programming to the listening public. Our goal is to keep listeners up to date with all government developments, from the political arena through to the cultural sphere. Learn about the latest policy changes, growth initiatives and social projects. Stay attuned to Saint Lucia's rich heritage and culture, from our annual Independence…
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Government of Saint LuciaEducation Minister Hon. Kenson Casimir Tours SALCC and CARE
Education Minister, Hon. Kenson Casimir, alongside senior ministry officials, educators and stakeholders visited three schools in the northern basin, including…
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Saint Lucia Charts Strategic Path for Cruise Sector at Cruise Connect 2026
Cruise Connect 2026 brought together public- and private-sector stakeholders to explore strategies for strengthening Saint Lucia's cruise tourism industry…
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Education Minister Calls for Stronger Disaster Preparedness in Homes and Schools
Minister for Education Hon. Kenson Casimir is encouraging stronger disaster preparedness in homes, schools and communities as Saint Lucia observes the…
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Prime Minister Pierre Participates in United States–Caribbean Dialogue
Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre is in Washington, D.C., participating in the United States–Caribbean Dialogue in his capacity as Chair of the Caribbean…
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Commission of Inquiry into Anse Cochon Maritime Collision Begins Public Hearings
The Commission of Inquiry into the fatal maritime collision at Anse Cochon on July 18 has held its first public sitting. Chaired by Justice Mario Michel, the…
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Prime Minister Pierre Underscores Importance of Universal Adult Suffrage
Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre has reaffirmed the importance of respecting the will of the people as Saint Lucia commemorates 75 years of universal adult…
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Government Notebook (Oct. 15, 2026)
In the headlines: Prime Minister Hon Philip J. Pierre underscores the importance of adult suffrage and Commission of Inquiry into Anse Cochon collision holds…
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Government Explores Development of Dedicated Cargo Port in Cul-de-Sac
The Government of Saint Lucia is exploring plans to develop Cul-de-Sac into a dedicated cargo port to ease capacity constraints at Port Castries. The Caribbean…
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SLASPA Advances Rehabilitation of Port Castries Berth
SLASPA has signed a contract with Dutch company Ballast Nedam for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of a defective section of Port Castries. The project is…
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Castries South MP Welcomes New Housing Loan Facility
Castries South MP Hon. Dr. Ernest Hilaire has welcomed a new housing loan facility designed to make homeownership more accessible. He also called for…
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Saint Lucia Amplifies Calls for Reparatory Justice on Global Stage
Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre reaffirmed Saint Lucia’s support for reparations for slavery and colonial exploitation at the United Nations General…
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Former Vincentian Prime Minister Calls for National and Regional Unity
Former Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves addressed a joint sitting of Saint Lucia’s Parliament, highlighting the importance…
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Government Notebook (Oct. 14, 2026)
In the headlines: Hon Dr. Ralph Gonsalves addresses Saint Lucia’s Parliament and Saint Lucia amplifies calls for reparations on the global stage For details on…
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CAMDU Celebrates 50 Years of Supporting Saint Lucia’s Education System
The Curriculum and Materials Development Unit (CAMDU) has celebrated 50 years of contributing to Saint Lucia’s education system. Officials highlighted the…
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Saint Lucia’s Junior Minister of Tourism Presents Proposals at Regional Youth Congress
Saint Lucia’s Junior Minister of Tourism, Tiffany Jn. Jacques, presented proposals at the 22nd Caribbean Tourism Organization Regional Tourism Youth Congress…
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Saint Lucia Advances Implementation of National Youth Policy and Action Plan
The Ministry of Education, Youth Development, Sports and Digital Transformation has begun engaging stakeholders to advance implementation of Saint Lucia’s…
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US$70 Million Project to Upgrade Hewanorra International Airport Infrastructure
A French contractor has been identified for a US$70 million infrastructure project at Hewanorra International Airport under the Caribbean Airport Connectivity…
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Prime Minister Pays Tribute to Late Former Senator Evaristus Jn Marie
Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre paid tribute to the late Evaristus Jn Marie, former Senator and Deputy President of the Senate, during his funeral service…
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Saint Lucia Commemorates 75 Years of Adult Suffrage
Saint Lucia marked the 75th anniversary of universal adult suffrage with a special joint sitting of Parliament. Former Prime Minister of St. Vincent and the…
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Government Notebook (Oct. 13, 2026)
In the headlines: Saint Lucia commemorates 75 years of adult suffrage and Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre honours the legacy of Evaristus Jn Marie For…
Government of Saint LuciaOECS SKIP Boosts Grant Management
The Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Skills and Innovation Project; known as (SKIP) is equipping regional stakeholders, businesses, and youth…
Government of Saint LuciaMinistry of Health Strengthens Suicide Prevention Efforts with Community Town Hall.
Residents of Gros Islet gathered at the Gros Islet Human Resource Centre on Wednesday, September 30, for a town hall meeting on suicide prevention and mental…
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Choiseul Pottery Producers Explore Geographical Indication Protection
The Saint Lucia Intellectual Property Office and regional partners are engaging pottery producers in Choiseul to explore geographical indication protection for…
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Government Advances Housing Projects and Homeownership Opportunities
A US$20 million housing loan guarantee will support Saint Lucia’s housing development agenda, with construction underway in Talvern, Babonneau and Rock Hall in…
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Education Ministry Advances Digital Transformation with AI Framework
The Ministry of Education is preparing to present its digital transformation plans to Cabinet, including the establishment of a dedicated department and a…
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CCJ Opens 2026–2027 Judicial Year in Saint Lucia, Emphasizes Technology
The Caribbean Court of Justice opened the 2026–2027 judicial year in Saint Lucia with its first itinerant sitting in the country. Regional judicial leaders…
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Government Notebook (Oct. 12, 2026)
In the headlines: The CCJ opens 2026-2027 law year in Saint Lucia and the Ministry of Education takes digital transformation program to cabinet with AI as part…
Government of Saint LuciaMinistry of Education and Caribbean Innovation Leadership Labs Address Gender Gap
What measures are needed to ensure that every child has an equal opportunity to succeed academically? That question is the driving work by the Ministry of…
Government of Saint LuciaCILL Forum Focuses on Student Voice and Inclusive Education
The Caribbean Innovation and Leadership Lab (CILL) is bringing educators and stakeholders from across the region together to explore new approaches to teaching…
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Saint Lucian Delegation Advances Health Priorities at Regional Meetings
A Saint Lucian delegation led by Minister for Health, Wellness and Nutrition Hon. Moses Jn. Baptiste and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Sharon Belmar-George…
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Saint Lucia Advances National Policy for Older Persons
Saint Lucia is moving closer to adopting its first National Policy for Older Persons, with the policy now before Cabinet for validation. The framework aims to…
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Prime Minister Calls for Stronger Tax Collection
Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre says the recovery of a portion of Saint Lucia’s outstanding tax arrears could significantly improve the country’s…
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Government Secures US$20 Million Housing Loan Guarantee
Parliament has authorized a US$20 million government guarantee to support housing development through the Saint Lucia Development Bank. The financing will…
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Hewannora International Airport Development Moves Forward
Major infrastructure upgrades are advancing at the Hewannora International Airport, with procurement completed and a contractor selected for the construction…
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Government Notebook (Oct. 8, 2026)
In the headlines: Major Infrastructure upgrades advance at Hewanorra International Airport and Government secures US$20 Million housing loan guarantee For…
Government of Saint LuciaHealth Interview - World No Alcohol Day 2026
As Saint Lucia joins the global community in observing World No Alcohol Day on Friday, October 2, 2026, the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition is…
Government of Saint LuciaCAMDU Introduces Historic Prisoner of War Narrative
The Ministry of Education and Digital Transformation’s Curriculum and Materials Development Unit (CAMDU),reinforces its commitment to preserving, documenting…
Government of Saint LuciaMinistry Engages Fisheries Stakeholders Ahead of Castries Fisheries Complex Upgrade
The Government of Saint Lucia is accelerating efforts to modernize the nation’s fisheries infrastructure, prioritizing safer and more functional environments…
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2026 Labour Conditions and Earnings Survey Gets Underway
The Department of Labour, Cooperatives and Consumer Affairs has launched its island-wide 2026 Labour Conditions and Earnings Survey. Authorized enumerators…
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Forensic Analysts Strengthen Courtroom Skills Through Expert Witness Training
Staff of the Saint Lucia Forensic Science Laboratory and justice sector partners have completed specialized expert witness testimony training. The annual…
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West Coast Road Project Continues to Advance
Work continues on the remaining sections of the West Coast Road between Anse La Raye and Canaries. Minister for Economic Development and Youth Economy Hon…
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Government Advances Water Infrastructure Projects to Address Water Challenges
Government is advancing several water infrastructure projects, including the Northern Pipeline, John Compton raw water line, Ciceron Treatment Plant and…
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Saint Lucia Prosthetic Center Opens to Expand Access to Prosthetic Care
The Saint Lucia Prosthetic Center at Tapion Hospital has officially opened, providing local access to prosthetic services, initially focusing on below-the-knee…
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Government Notebook (Sep. 28, 2026)
In the headlines: Saint Lucia Prosthetic Centre officially opens and Hon. Keithson Charles outlines Government’s approach to water challenges For details on…
Government of Saint LuciaFond St. Jacques’s Dasheen Festival
This one-day festival is being organized by the Fond St. Jacques Development Committee (FSJDC) in collaboration with the Taiwan Technical Mission (TTM) in…
Government of Saint LuciaMinistry of Education's Continuity of Operations Plan
The Department of Education and Digital Transformation is strengthening its capacity to keep Saint Lucia’s education system functioning during emergencies and…
Government of Saint LuciaPresbyopia Screening and Distribution of Reading Glasses at Primary Health Care Facilities Commences October 1st.
The Government of Saint Lucia, through the Office of the Prime Minister, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Restoring Vision, which will allow…
Government of Saint LuciaSoftware Technology to Modernize Saint Lucia’s Insolvency System
The administration of insolvency cases in Saint Lucia could become more efficient, transparent and coordinated through the use of software technology, as the…
Government of Saint LuciaCXC to Spotlight Saint Lucia's Education Journey
For more than five decades, the Caribbean Examinations Council has helped to shape the educational journeys, professional opportunities and economic…
Government of Saint LuciaFashion Camp 2026 Underway
The Department of Commerce, in close collaboration with the Saint Lucia Fashion Council (SFC), is currently hosting Fashion Camp 2026. The much-needed training…
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Nominations Open for Order of Saint Lucia National Awards
The Order of Saint Lucia Committee has opened nominations for the National Awards, inviting citizens at home and in the diaspora to nominate individuals who…