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Tyler set for Miss World 2021 Pageant

After 5 months of intense preparation, managed by Events Saint Lucia, Tyler Theophane, has left for the Miss World Pageant in Puerto Rico which will take place on December 16th, 2021. Since winning the Title of Miss Saint Lucia World in May – Tyler has been engaged in an intense program of training and development in preparation for her participation in this contest. Tyler’s preparation for the Miss World Pageant focused heavily on personal development which included elocution, interview techniques, […]

November 25, 2021

Press Release

COVID-19 AT OKEUH

The management team at Millennium Heights Medical Complex notes the circulation of posts via social media which indicate that there is an outbreak of COVID-19 at the Owen King EU Hospital (OKEUH). As an acute care general hospital which services a significant part of the population, OKEUH continues to work through the challenges which COVID-19 presents. OKEUH has in the past like most business houses been impacted by COVID-19 and we continue to be vigilant for further impacts from this […]

November 5, 2021

Press Release

BOSL makes life easier with Home Suite Home Mortgage Package

Bank of Saint Lucia (BOSL) customers can look forward to investing in an all in one mortgage facility that offers everything imagineable. Commencing this month, the Bank has launched a packaged mortgage facility to support customers in purchasing or constructing their home. This package encapsulates a wide range of products specially tailored to customers’ needs throughout the entire process. Senior Manager Retail Banking, Mrs. Arleta Rate-Mitchel expressed that “The bundled Home Suite Home offer comprises of products and services to […]

November 5, 2021

National Address

Tourism For Inclusive Growth

Official minister's address for World Tourism Day 2021 Today, Saint Lucia joins the rest of the world in celebrating World Tourism Day under the theme: "Tourism for Inclusive Growth". This theme captures the very essence of the mandate of the Ministry of Tourism; and the philosophy of my Government, as it emphasizes the urgent need to "putting people first". Pre-pandemic, there was no doubt that tourism was on a growth path, with 2019 being the record-breaking year for Saint Lucia, […]

September 27, 2021

Press Release

Use of Curfew Passes

The National Emergency Management Organisation (N.E.M.O.) assumes responsibility for providing passes which authorize movement of vehicles during curfew hours. The passes are issued to enable holders inclusive of front line and emergency workers to perform specific functions and services. As such, strict guidelines are attached to the use of these passes. It has been brought to the attention of N.E.M.O. that in some cases the passes are being used for purposes other than for which they were issued. N.E.M.O. would […]

September 21, 2021

Press Release

Submit financial account information for benefit payments

NIC urges customers to submit financial account information for benefit payments The National Insurance Corporation is urging customers who have submitted benefit claims to the organization to provide their bank or credit union account information in order to receive their payment. As part of measures aimed at controlling the spread of covid-19, NIC is no longer making cheque payments from its office. Benefit claims are now paid to contributors through their local financial institution. To provide bank or credit union […]

September 20, 2021

Press Release

Suspension of fishers ID and license to fish

The Public is informed that the Fisheries Department has been impacted by Covid-19 and as a result, will be on a skeleton staff for the next few weeks. As such, the issuance of ID cards and licenses to fish will be impacted. Please note that these services will be resumed in October, 2021. For emergency requests, please call the Department at 468-4143 and we will endeavour to facilitate. The Department regrets any inconvenience caused to the public.

September 15, 2021

Press Release

Export Saint Lucia addresses public concerns over Expo Dubai 2020

Following a media engagement on Tuesday September 7th to launch Saint Lucia’s participation at Expo Dubai 2020, Export Saint Lucia wishes to address some of the concerns being raised by members of the public. One of the questions being raised is about the cost associated with attending Expo Dubai 2020. In 2019 XCD$1.5 million (USD$537,485) was estimated for participation in the Expo. This estimated amount is funded through the Citizenship Investment Programme (CIP). Cognizant of the current financial challenges, Export […]

September 14, 2021

Health

Extension of Covid-19 Protocols

Statement from the Health and Wellness on "Extension of COVID-19 protocols," My fellow Saint Lucians, as we continue to manage with this COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Saint Lucia recognizes the efforts of all who are adhering to the COVID-19 protocols. However, we are still at a critical phase and we need to do more to reduce the transmission rate of the virus. After discussions and dialogue with the members of the Command Center, the decision was made to extend […]

September 14, 2021