Government of Saint Lucia

In the headlines: The UBEC initiative has launched workshops to inform MSMEs about the regional matching grants program and; Saint Lucia’s tax amnesty has been extended to May 1, 2026, allowing taxpayers to settle obligations without interest or penalties. For details on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc

The first phase of Saint Lucia’s historic Kwéyòl Curriculum Pilot Program has concluded, with positive results. The initiative aims to boost student engagement and preserve the island’s indigenous language, through education.

In the headlines: The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs advances plans for 24-hour services at the Gros Islet Polyclinic and; Saint Lucia among 16 Caribbean countries to boost debt transparency with Commonwealth IMF support. For details on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc

In the headlines: President of Nigeria, His Excellency Bola Tinubu, arrives in Saint Lucia on Friday for an official state visit and; Saint Lucia TVET School of Innovation showcases youth skills in a groundbreaking exhibition. For details on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc

Taxpayers in Saint Lucia have been given more time to clear their tax arrears without the burden of penalties and interest. The Government of Saint Lucia has officially extended the tax amnesty program to May 1st, 2026. The Inland Revenue Department urges taxpayers to act early to benefit from this tax amnesty.

In the headlines: Licensed Dennery fishers receive safety equipment and; a final salute to a distinguished son of the soil, the late Dr. Velon John. For details on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The government of Saint Lucia has signed new collective bargaining agreements with key public sector unions, securing improved employment terms, benefits and conditions for workers from 2022 to 2028 and; hundreds of Saint Lucian families are one step closer to owning the government's lands they have called home for decades. For details on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The Prime Minister of Saint Lucia, Honourable Philip J. Pierre, addresses media reports that Saint Lucia has been blacklisted for travel by the US and; the Seven Crops Project hosts seedless watermelon field day. For details on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs is actively progressing with plans to provide 24-hour healthcare services at the Gros Islet Polyclinic. The ongoing infrastructure upgrade at the facility represents a strategic investment in improving access to quality healthcare for the northern region of Saint Lucia. Construction at the site commenced earlier this year and is moving forward as anticipated. Monty Emmanuel, Engineer at the Ministry of Health, confirmed that the project is on track and emphasized the government’s commitment to timely completion.   “The project originally started in January and is scheduled to finish in July, which is a six-month period. The project so far is going according to plan. I mean, we had some rain, so there were a few delays, but these delays are not a large enough setback to affect the project. I mean, the contractor would have to put in a little more time to speed up work, but then it is not a huge delay. So we are basically on schedule,” he stated.