Driving Schools Worry Over Court Delays
The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force has increased road patrols and ticketing, as part of efforts to enhance traffic law enforcement. While the National Association of Driving Schools welcomes the added presence, concerns are being raised about potential delays in the judicial system affecting the Traffic Department’s ability to follow through on court cases. More details on the changes to the department are expected next week.
Endangered Snake At Risk From Illegal Visits
Unauthorized visits to Maria Islands Nature Reserve are threatening the critically endangered Saint Lucian Racer. The Saint Lucia National Trust warns that illegal activities like open fires and littering could push the world’s rarest snake to extinction. The reserve remains closed, and violators face fines or imprisonment under the Wildlife Protection Act.
Registry Mix-Up Raises Security Concerns
A Saint Lucian resident overseas faced disappointment when attempting to collect his birth certificate from the Civil Status Registry last week. The citizen was informed that someone had collected the document on his behalf, despite never authorizing anyone to do so. This has raised concerns about the integrity of the procedures at the registry. Now the man is demanding answers
