PM Pierre Defends Police Support Amid Wage Dispute

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has defended his administration’s track record in supporting the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force, asserting that no government has done more for officers. His remarks come amid ongoing concerns within the force, including stalled wage negotiations that recently led to a sickout disrupting operations at the Immigration Department and Criminal Records Office. Speaking at the closing ceremony of a Special Tactical Intervention Training Course, Pierre reassured officers of his government’s commitment to improving their working conditions, promising better facilities and bulletproof vests once wage talks are finalized.