Saint Lucians to Be Assigned Unique ID Number from Birth
Saint Lucia is set to revolutionize its identification system. From birth, every citizen will be assigned a unique identification number.
Public Service Minister Dr. Virginia Albert-Poyotte announced that the implementation of a National Authentication Framework will enhance identity verification, significantly reducing the risks of identification fraud and duplication.
SAINT LUCIA’S PRIME MINISTER REJECTS “YELLOW WAVE” FEARS
Prime Minister Phillip J Pierre has expressed confidence that his party will retain power in the next general election, dismissing comparisons to Trinidad and Tobago’s recent political shift where voters ousted the ruling party amid economic and crime concerns.
NEW POLICE UNIT GRADUATES IN OFFICIAL CEREMONY
A graduation ceremony was held Tuesday for officers who will join a newly established unit within the Royal St Lucia Police Force, marking the start of their service to national security.
“MOSQUITO NO MORE” CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED TO FIGHT VECTOR-BORNE DISEASES
The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with key partners, officially launched the “Mosquito No More” public education campaign Tuesday, a bold multisectoral effort aimed at boosting national response through a range of targeted initiatives.
UWP HONORS SIR JOHN COMPTON ON HIS 100TH BIRTHDAY
Supporters, officials, and the Political Leader of the opposition United Workers Party gathered at Constitution Park to commemorate what would have been the 100th birthday of Sir John Compton, St Lucia’s first Prime Minister and founding figure of the UWP.
HILAIRE DISMISSES IMF REPORT CRITICIZING TOURISM DATA
Deputy Prime Minister Dr Ernest Hilaire has brushed aside an IMF Technical Mission’s report which flagged inaccuracies in government data collection, especially in tourism, stating the findings overinflate actual performance.
NIC LAUNCHES SMART SUBMIT TO STREAMLINE CONTRIBUTION PAYMENTS
The National Insurance Corporation has introduced Smart Submit, a user-friendly online platform designed to simplify monthly contribution filings for employers and the self-employed, while continuing to accept traditional forms during the transition period.
MICOUD NORTH HOSTS FIRST-EVER JAZZ EN VIERGE EVENT
Micoud North made history Sunday with the launch of its inaugural fringe jazz event, Jazz En Vierge, serving as the vibrant opening for the Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival and drawing music lovers to the scenic constituency for the first time.
STREET VIBES – APRIL 29TH, 2025
STREET VIBES – APRIL 29TH, 2025
RICHFOND WELLNESS CENTRE EMPOWERS PATIENTS THROUGH SELF-MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP
As part of the Performance-Based Financing initiative, the Richfond Wellness Centre hosted a workshop themed “Empowering Clients, Transforming Lives,” aimed at helping individuals with diabetes and hypertension take greater control of their health at home.
