Saint Lucia’s hospitality leaders gathered at the Bay Gardens Beach Resort & Spa on Thursday for the SLHTA Industry Update Conference. Hoteliers, tourism service providers, and key stakeholders, including the Ministry of Tourism and the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA), engaged in discussions on certification, incentives, marketing, and investments aimed at strengthening the island’s tourism sector.
Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has pledged to provide every police officer with a bulletproof vest, reinforcing the government’s commitment to officer safety. He made the announcement at the closing ceremony of the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force’s Special Tactical Intervention Training Course. The intensive seven-day program, completed by 27 officers, focused on enhancing their efficiency and operational readiness for high-risk situations.
The Youth Economy Agency (YEA) has launched the second phase of its Bookkeeping Accounting Software Integration Training Programme, offering young entrepreneurs hands-on experience with financial management tools. With support from the Republic of China (Taiwan), the initiative aims to help small business owners improve bookkeeping, track expenses, and ensure tax compliance.
The National Youth Parliament concluded on February 5th with a heated debate on the Police Powers Act, focusing on the authority granted to the Prime Minister as Minister for National Security and the police over citizens. The session showcased the youth’s grasp of parliamentary procedures and their potential for future political leadership.
The St. Lucia Chess Federation is gearing up to host its annual Schools’ Chess Championships. With the Ministry of Youth Development & Sports adopting chess as a tool to enhance cognitive skills and competitiveness in schools, the tournament aims to identify top talents who could one day represent St. Lucia on the global stage, including at the prestigious Chess Olympiad.