Coming Soon: Cashless Payment System for Public Transport
A cashless payment system for the island’s public transport sector is coming soon. It is hoped that this payment system will deter robbers from targeting minibus operators for their earnings.
NCOPT Suggests Ways to Address Overcrowding at Bus Stops
The NCOPT has suggested methods to resolve overcrowding at some bus stops during peak periods. Though in the case of early mornings , the intervention of the transport ministry would be required, the first vice president of the council feels says the build-up on evenings could be addressed at the level of individual minibus associations.
Scores Show Up to Say Farewell to Alex Bousquet
Family, DBS colleagues, friends and Street Vibes fans gathered at the Minor Basilica on Thursday to pay say farewell to the late Journalist Alex Bousquet.
BOSL Promotes Home Ownership
Bank of Saint Lucia partners with various local suppliers to make the process of owning a home a lot easier for the average Saint Lucian. The bank launched its all new “Home Suite Home” all-in-one mortgage solution this week to assist individuals and families in making homeownership a reality in spite of the uncertainties presented by Covid-19. We have more in this report.
Female Politicians Applaud Mia Mottley’s Presentation at COP26
Two female politicians have shared their thoughts on the impressive address delivered by Barbados’s Prime Minister Mia Mottley at the UN Climate Change Conference COP26 on Monday. Prime Minister of Barbados has come in for high praise among her peers and people from all over the world as she called on world Leaders for decisive action on climate change and for more funding for small island nations on the frontline of climate change.
Public Has Mixed Feelings about SLP’s First 100 Days in Office
Mixed feelings have been expressed about the SLP Government’s performance after 100 days in Office.
Mother of Murder Victim Has No Confidence in Police Promises
Mary Willams Mother of Kimberly De Leon who was shot and killed in her apartment 3 years ago does not seem to have much faith in Police promises to update her on the status of the case.. Williams has always complained that updates on investigations have not been forthcoming. One Commissioner has retired and his replacement is soon to go on retirement as well no so signs that the case is any closer to a conclusion
Gov. Looking Address Rice & Sugar Shortage
The Government through the Ministry of Commerce is taking steps to cushion the impact of rising food prices by subsidizing some basic commodities such as sugar flour and rice. The announcement follows discussions between the Ministry and the private sector.
Two Men Victims of Suspected Suicides
The lifeless bodies of two men were found hanging from separate trees in different parts of the island. The unpleasant discoveries were made by relatives of the individuals Monday evening at La Clery and in Laborie.
We spoke to a relative of one of the victims who speculates that his death is due to suicide. Police are investigating the deaths.
Company Heads Fail to Show Up for Labour Dept Meeting, Angers TUF
The Trade Union Federation is upset over what it describes as blatant disrespect being displayed by North American Assemblies for the Labour Department. Company representatives failed to show up for a meeting with officials of the TUF and the workers to discuss the recent firing of several employees for failing to be vaccinated against COVID 19.
The meeting was scheduled to take place this morning.
The Union says it will not rest until the matter is settled. This includes seeking redress through the courts.
