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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 LuciaGovernment Notebook (Aug. 25, 2026)
In the headlines: Government extends summer pay to hundreds of Ancillary School workers and tertiary education opportunities expand through scholarships For…
Government of Saint LuciaMinistry of Health Works Together with Guadeloupe Counterparts to Strengthen Suicide Prevention Efforts
The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition recently hosted a Suicide Prevention Workshop to strengthen the clinical knowledge and skills of health…

Government of Saint LuciaNew CTEC Mathematics Programme Records 88% Acceptable Grades
The Caribbean Examinations Council has officially launched the Caribbean Technical Education Certificate (CTEC) modular approach following a successful…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Expands Support for Mathematics Teachers
The Ministry of Education has introduced roving mathematics teachers to provide direct support to educators in schools. The initiative uses a train-the-trainer…
Government of Saint LuciaSt. Jude Hospital Dialysis Unit Transition Completed Smoothly
Saint Lucia's Chief Medical Officer has commended the safe transition of patients to the newly commissioned dialysis unit at St. Jude Hospital. The expanded…
Government of Saint LuciaThe Dedra Mathurin Multi Purpose Court Opens In Grand Riviere
A new multipurpose court in Grand Riviere, Gros Islet, has been officially opened and named in honor of late national athlete Dedra Mathurin. The facility…
Government of Saint LuciaPolice Officers to Receive Law Scholarships Under 2026–2027 Budget Commitment
The Government of Saint Lucia has approved four law scholarships for officers of the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force. Two officers will be selected each year…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Aug. 24, 2026)
In the headlines: Government advances budget promise to train police officers and a new Gros Islet court honours late athlete, Dedra Mathurin For details on…
Government of Saint LuciaAncillary Workers Receive First-Ever August Remuneration
For the first time, hundreds of ancillary workers in Saint Lucia’s education system are receiving remuneration for the month of August. The initiative marks a…

Government of Saint LuciaMinistry Completes Distribution of CPEA Student Bursaries
The Department of Education and Digital Transformation has completed the island-wide distribution of $500 bursary cheques to parents of 1,900 students who sat…
Government of Saint LuciaNSDC Launches MAILS Skills Training Programme
The National Skills Development Centre (NSDC) is encouraging men to apply for the MAILS Project, which offers training in plumbing, electrical installation…
Government of Saint LuciaVigé Road Rehabilitation Set to Begin
The long-awaited rehabilitation of the Vigé Road is scheduled to begin as the first project under the Government's agreement with Nationwide Construction. The…
Government of Saint LuciaSchool Renovation Programme Progresses Ahead of New Academic Year
The Ministry of Education reports significant progress on summer school rehabilitation projects across the island. Priority interventions have been completed…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Awards 75 First-Generation Scholarships
Seventy-five Saint Lucians will benefit from the Government’s First-Generation Scholarship Programme through its partnership with Monroe University. The…

Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Aug. 21, 2026)
In the headlines: Government awards 75 first generation scholarships and Vige Road rehabilitation set to begin For details on these stories and more, visit…
Government of Saint LuciaHealth Report - Development Plan Appraisal Workshop
The Environmental Health Division of the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition recently hosted a Developmental Plan Appraisal Workshop to strengthen the…

Government of Saint LuciaTaiwan Technical Mission Supports Agricultural Diversification with Dragon Fruit and Guava
The Taiwan Technical Mission is supporting Saint Lucia’s agricultural diversification through dragon fruit and guava production. A field day at the Union…
Government of Saint LuciaMinister Hon. Emma Hippolyte Calls for Greater Support and Rehabilitation of Youth
Minister for Equity, Social Justice, Gender, Older Persons, Labour, Cooperatives and Consumer Affairs Hon. Emma Hippolyte says society must provide young…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Reviews Public Service Job Classifications and Pay Scales
The Government of Saint Lucia is undertaking a 12-month review of job classifications and the pay plan across the public service. The exercise aims to…
Government of Saint LuciaSenators Highlight Benefits of VAT Waiver on Renewable Energy Systems
Government Senators have welcomed the removal of VAT on photovoltaic systems, saying the measure will reduce energy costs, encourage greater use of renewable…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Aug. 20, 2026)
In the headlines: Senators highlight the benefits of a renewable energy shift and government moves to modernize public service job classifications For details…

Government of Saint LuciaCaribbean Medical-Legal Society Announces 10th Annual Symposium
The Caribbean Medical-Legal Society will host its 10th Annual Caribbean Medical-Legal and Forensic Symposium in Trinidad and Tobago from November 5–7, 2026…
Government of Saint LuciaCaribbean Youth Share Their Vision for Regional Integration
The "What CARICOM Means to Youth" publication has been launched, bringing together stories, poems and song lyrics from Caribbean youth aged 10 to 29. The…
Government of Saint LuciaSaint Lucia National Netball Team Secures Bronze in Santo Domingo
Saint Lucia’s national netball team has captured the bronze medal in Santo Domingo after recovering from an early loss to Trinidad and Tobago. The team…
Government of Saint LuciaSaint Lucia’s Fuel Bill Renews Calls for Energy Diversification
Member of Parliament for Dennery North, Hon. Shawn Edward, says removing VAT from components used in photovoltaic systems is an important step toward reducing…
Government of Saint LuciaGreater Public Participation Encouraged in Saint Lucia’s Energy Transition
The removal of VAT on key alternative-energy equipment, including solar panels, mounts, switches and deep-cycle batteries, is being highlighted as a way to…

Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Aug. 19, 2026)
In the headlines: Energy policy to benefit more Saint Lucians and Hon Shawn Edward highlights the high cost of fuel For details on these stories and more…
Government of Saint LuciaChief Medical Officer on Transforming Patient Care Following Commissioning of Dialysis Unit at St. Jude Hospital
Chief Medical Officer Dr. Sharon Belmar-George applauds the dedication of the team at the St. Jude Hospital in ensuring that the dialysis unit is fully…

Government of Saint LuciaLocal Artists Bring Saint Lucia’s Culture and Heritage to Life Through New Mural
Five local artists have collaborated on a mural at the new Reduit Vending Facility, showcasing Saint Lucia’s culture, heritage and identity. The artists say…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Encourages More Young People to Pursue Skilled Trades
Education Minister Hon. Kenson Casimir says Saint Lucia continues to face a shortage of technical skills, including plumbers, electricians, carpenters and…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Moves to Reduce Saint Lucia’s Dependence on Fossil Fuels
Government is taking steps to make renewable energy more affordable by removing VAT on solar equipment and installation services for five years. The initiative…
Government of Saint LuciaSaint Lucia Awaits U.S. Response on Funding for Third Country Nationals Transfer Agreement
Saint Lucia is awaiting a response from the United States on the financial requirements for implementing the Third Country Nationals Transfer Agreement. The…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Aug. 18, 2026)
In the headlines: Saint Lucia awaits US response on funding for Third-Country Transfer Agreement and the island moves to reduce fossil fuel dependence For…
Government of Saint LuciaHealth Interview - Ministry of Health Advances Efforts to Strengthen Public Healthcare Services
As part of efforts to strengthen the delivery of healthcare services at public health facilities, the Chief Medical Officer took the opportunity to visit…

Government of Saint LuciaCaribbean Judiciary Heads Express Concern Over Disclosure of CCJ Internal Communications
Heads of judiciary across several Caribbean countries have expressed concern over the disclosure of internal communications involving the Caribbean Court of…
Government of Saint LuciaSalaries Review Commission Recommends 23% Cumulative Increase for Senior Public Servants
The Salaries Review Commission has recommended a cumulative 23% salary increase for senior public servants in grades 19 to 21, as well as members of the…
Government of Saint LuciaComfort Bay Staff Receive De-escalation Training to Enhance Elderly Care
Staff at the Comfort Bay Senior Citizens Home are undergoing a six-week de-escalation training programme designed to strengthen their ability to safely manage…
Government of Saint LuciaForm 1 Students to Receive Laptops by First Week of New School Year
The Ministry of Education says Form 1 students are expected to receive their laptops by the end of the first week of the new academic year. Education Minister…
Government of Saint LuciaPrime Minister Reaffirms Importance of SSDF to Saint Lucia’s Most Vulnerable
Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre has reaffirmed the important role of the Saint Lucia Social Development Fund (SSDF) in supporting vulnerable communities…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Aug. 17, 2026)
In the headlines: Prime Minister Hon Philip J Pierre speaks on the role of the SSDF and form one students receive laptops For details on these stories and…
Government of Saint LuciaMinistry of Health Advances Efforts to Strengthen Public Healthcare Services Across Saint Lucia.
The Chief Medical Officer has outlined ongoing efforts by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition to strengthen Saint Lucia’s public healthcare system…

Government of Saint LuciaBanking Act Amendments to Strengthen Consumer Protection Against Online Scams
Proposed amendments to the Banking Act 2015 are expected to provide legal backing for new guidelines governing how banks respond to fraud and scam incidents…
Government of Saint Lucia2026–2027 Lobster Fishing Season Now Open
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Security is reminding the public that the 2026–2027 lobster fishing season is open until February 28, 2027…
Government of Saint LuciaJady Emmanuel Sets New National Women’s 100m Record
Saint Lucian sprinter Jady Emmanuel has set a new national women’s 100-metre record of 11.28 seconds and made history by becoming the first Saint Lucian female…
Government of Saint LuciaSolar Energy Systems Receive VAT Relief
Government parliamentarians have unanimously approved the removal of VAT on photovoltaic systems. The measure is intended to reduce electricity costs for…
Government of Saint LuciaPlea Bargaining Bill to Strengthen Criminal Justice System
The Government of Saint Lucia is advancing legislation to introduce a structured framework for plea bargaining, aimed at improving the efficiency of the…

Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Aug. 14, 2026)
In the headlines: Plea Bargaining Bill to strengthen Saint Lucia's criminal justice system and solar energy gets tax relief For details on these stories and…

Government of Saint LuciaSaint Lucia Celebrates World Steel Pan Day
Saint Lucia joined countries around the world in celebrating World Steel Pan Day on August 11, recognizing the instrument's cultural, historical and social…
Government of Saint LuciaTaiwan Technical Mission Promotes Greater Consumption of White Eggplant
The Taiwan Technical Mission in Saint Lucia is encouraging consumers to incorporate white eggplant into their diets as part of efforts to diversify local food…