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The Saint Lucia Labour Party government spent EC$200,000 on Labour Day celebrations in New York and an additional EC$30,000 on a truck to market Saint Lucia. This effort was a complete failure and wasteful spending by the government. While citizens struggle to pay 15% VAT on necessities, the government spends taxpayers' money without regard for alleviating the plights of those affected by their policies. The opposition calls on the ministers of finance and creative industries to account for the EC$200,000 spent on the failed New York promotion.
The document summarizes a visit by the Saint Lucia political opposition leader Allen Chastanet and others to the United Kingdom from September 28th to October 8th, 2013. The delegation includes the Leader of the Opposition Hon. Stephenson King. They will participate in the 2013 conference of the British Conservative Party and meet with like-minded political organizations. While there, Chastanet will also hold a meeting with the Saint Lucian diaspora community in London on October 6th to discuss development issues and engage Saint Lucians living in the UK. The party recognizes the importance of the diaspora and wants to open a dialogue on matters of national interest.
The United Workers Party has expressed concern about the deteriorating service from regional airline LIAT and the silence of Saint Lucian government ministers on the issue. LIAT operates as a monopoly but continues to place a financial burden on regional governments and fail to meet service standards. The UWP fears the Saint Lucian government may invest millions in LIAT and believes caution is needed. Party leader Allen Chastanet called for heads of government to review leadership of the Caricom aviation committee and for the chairs of LIAT and the committee to resign to allow objective solutions for a sustainable regional aviation industry.
The United Workers Party condemned Prime Minister Kenny Anthony and his government for continuing to show disregard for the Saint Lucian electorate. They announced their decision to address major national issues at a political rally instead of directly accounting to the people. The UWP said the market steps is not the proper forum for discussing important policies and criticized the government's lack of accountability. The statement calls on the Prime Minister to hold a press conference to answer questions on his stewardship and the negative impacts of his administration's policies.
The document discusses the US sanctions against St. Lucia due to its membership in ALBA and relationship with Iran. It makes three key points:
1) Prime Minister Kenny Anthony stated the US sanctions were due to 12 police killings in St. Lucia from 2010-2011 as part of "Operation Restore Confidence".
2) However, St. Vincent and the Grenadines joined ALBA in 2009 and its police killed 3 unarmed men in 2009, but the US did not sanction St. Vincent.
3) The real issue for the US is Iran's growing influence in Latin America through relationships with ALBA countries, including economic and political ties that decrease Iran's international isolation. The US is
- The recent action taken by the US against St. Lucia under the Leahy Law may be connected to the 2011 revocation of former housing minister Richard Frederick's visa.
- Frederick's visa was likely revoked due to false information supplied by members of the opposition St. Lucia Labour Party in an effort to damage his reputation.
- The US investigation into Frederick's visa revocation uncovered that certain officials may have been misled by St. Lucians in order to revoke his visa, and some officials have faced discipline as a result. However, the full circumstances have not been clarified.
“Economic Indicators: An Update for the 7 Rivers Region” reports on a long-term study of regional economic indicators. The research is ongoing and spans a period of time to enable us to understand and report trends. This project is expected to continuously build on a base of economic information and provide decision makers with valuable tools for strategic planning. The information will also provide a basis for comparison with other regions and a measure of our progress.
The document summarizes the response of cooperatives in the Philippines to the COVID-19 pandemic. As of July 15, 2020, over 4,299 cooperatives contributed over 2 billion Philippine pesos in cash, goods, and volunteer work to help communities. Cooperatives assisted frontline workers and hospitals, operated mobile markets, and transported rice to affected areas. In Region 1 alone, 308 cooperatives contributed over 109 million pesos. The Cooperative Development Authority provided regulatory relief for cooperatives and delayed reporting deadlines. Cooperatives have shifted activities online through webinars and virtual meetings. The spread of the virus remains rapid, so safety precautions are encouraged.
The Saint Lucia Labour Party government spent EC$200,000 on Labour Day celebrations in New York and an additional EC$30,000 on a truck to market Saint Lucia. This effort was a complete failure and wasteful spending by the government. While citizens struggle to pay 15% VAT on necessities, the government spends taxpayers' money without regard for alleviating the plights of those affected by their policies. The opposition calls on the ministers of finance and creative industries to account for the EC$200,000 spent on the failed New York promotion.
The document summarizes a visit by the Saint Lucia political opposition leader Allen Chastanet and others to the United Kingdom from September 28th to October 8th, 2013. The delegation includes the Leader of the Opposition Hon. Stephenson King. They will participate in the 2013 conference of the British Conservative Party and meet with like-minded political organizations. While there, Chastanet will also hold a meeting with the Saint Lucian diaspora community in London on October 6th to discuss development issues and engage Saint Lucians living in the UK. The party recognizes the importance of the diaspora and wants to open a dialogue on matters of national interest.
The United Workers Party has expressed concern about the deteriorating service from regional airline LIAT and the silence of Saint Lucian government ministers on the issue. LIAT operates as a monopoly but continues to place a financial burden on regional governments and fail to meet service standards. The UWP fears the Saint Lucian government may invest millions in LIAT and believes caution is needed. Party leader Allen Chastanet called for heads of government to review leadership of the Caricom aviation committee and for the chairs of LIAT and the committee to resign to allow objective solutions for a sustainable regional aviation industry.
The United Workers Party condemned Prime Minister Kenny Anthony and his government for continuing to show disregard for the Saint Lucian electorate. They announced their decision to address major national issues at a political rally instead of directly accounting to the people. The UWP said the market steps is not the proper forum for discussing important policies and criticized the government's lack of accountability. The statement calls on the Prime Minister to hold a press conference to answer questions on his stewardship and the negative impacts of his administration's policies.
The document discusses the US sanctions against St. Lucia due to its membership in ALBA and relationship with Iran. It makes three key points:
1) Prime Minister Kenny Anthony stated the US sanctions were due to 12 police killings in St. Lucia from 2010-2011 as part of "Operation Restore Confidence".
2) However, St. Vincent and the Grenadines joined ALBA in 2009 and its police killed 3 unarmed men in 2009, but the US did not sanction St. Vincent.
3) The real issue for the US is Iran's growing influence in Latin America through relationships with ALBA countries, including economic and political ties that decrease Iran's international isolation. The US is
- The recent action taken by the US against St. Lucia under the Leahy Law may be connected to the 2011 revocation of former housing minister Richard Frederick's visa.
- Frederick's visa was likely revoked due to false information supplied by members of the opposition St. Lucia Labour Party in an effort to damage his reputation.
- The US investigation into Frederick's visa revocation uncovered that certain officials may have been misled by St. Lucians in order to revoke his visa, and some officials have faced discipline as a result. However, the full circumstances have not been clarified.
The United Workers Party met with the National Workers Union to continue ongoing dialogue with social partners. This meeting follows concerns expressed by the union over continuing job losses. The consultations with social partners and Saint Lucians overseas will help inform the formulation of an economic rescue plan for Saint Lucia.
The document outlines the top 15 pledges of the Saint Lucia Labour Party for the 2016 election. It details promises to reduce unemployment, develop infrastructure like roads and buildings, increase tax thresholds, assist with education costs, establish renewable energy and IT sectors, implement universal healthcare, and protect the environment and beaches. It provides an overview of the party's achievements in government from 2011-2016 related to job creation, economic growth, infrastructure development, social programs, and restoring law and order.
The Saint Lucia Labour Party Government continues to lie and mislead us in this country. They continue to insult our level of intelligence. #ChangeIsComing
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1) The United Workers Party questions the Saint Lucia Labour Government's decision to relocate the Prime Minister's Office to a new site and incur expenditure for a project that will not help the poor or grow the economy.
2) The Labour Party administration is being insensitive to citizens who are suffering from increased costs of living due to removed subsidies and increased fuel and VAT taxes.
3) Despite evidence that their policies are not working, the government continues to lavishly spend on foreign offices, political appointments, and suspect contracts rather than prioritizing the 3000 jobs lost since they took office.
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2. He criticized the current government for broken promises and reckless borrowing, and outlined his party's plans to address these issues through improving healthcare and education, supporting youth and small businesses, and restoring integrity to government.
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The Development Agreement for the Daher Mall Project outlines a lease-to-own arrangement where the building will be transferred back to the Government of Saint Lucia at the end of the 15-year lease.
Richard Frederick has deliberately omitted mentioning this agreement, which is referenced multiple times in the Land Transfer Agreement and the Deed of Sale.
Read the entire agreement: https://uwpstlucia.com/the-development-agreement-for.../
The speech summarizes the progress made in constructing the Owen King EU Hospital in Saint Lucia and looks ahead to ensuring its successful operation and long-term sustainability. Key points include: 1) The hospital represents a major milestone but ensuring adequate staffing and resources will be challenging. 2) Partnerships with France, Martinique, and PAHO will be important for training and maintaining equipment. 3) The economic viability of the hospital is crucial to sustaining services and the government should explore options like public-private partnerships to generate income. 4) The advanced facility offers opportunities for Saint Lucia to become a regional health care leader.
This document is the introduction to the Saint Lucia government's 2018/2019 budget policy statement. It discusses the government's commitment to transparency and accountability, and progress made in key areas over the past year such as reducing unemployment, reforming social services, and reforming government operations. It pledges to focus on further growing the economy and creating jobs, especially for youth, through strategies outlined in the upcoming budget.
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The document summarizes a site visit and assessment of a gabion basket retaining wall project in St. Lucia. It finds that some rates in the original contract are too low given the challenges of the remote location and manual construction process. It recommends increasing rates for excavation, gabion baskets, geotextile material, and material double handling. Recalculating with the recommended rates, the total project cost is estimated at $318,794.48, compared to the original contract amount of $240,434.53. It advises convening a meeting to resolve the situation.
The document summarizes plans by Range Developments to build the Black Bay Hotel, an ultra-luxury 5-star hotel, in St. Lucia. The 180-room hotel will be part of a larger Black Bay master planned development including villas and amenities on 180 acres of land. Range Developments has experience developing luxury hotels around the world and the Black Bay Hotel is expected to open in 2018, boosting the local economy during construction and employment over 600 people once operational.
This document provides information about a proposed dolphin habitat construction project on Pigeon Island near St. Lucia. It includes details about the construction process, facilities to be built like a wood walkway and areas for dolphin programs. Floor plans and aerial photos show the layout of the dolphin habitat, buildings for gift shops, snack bars, and locker rooms. Information is also given about Dolphin Discovery Group, their operations in over 20 marine parks worldwide, animal care standards, education programs, and commitments to conservation, community development, and responsible tourism.
This act was stealthily enacted by the Saint Lucia Labour Party Government in June of 2013 and would have given ownership of the Islands main International to a Foreign Entity.
This paper aims to develop an analysis of governance structures within clusters by focusing on power relations, especially between multinational corporations (MNCs), local companies, and universities. It begins by reviewing literature on cluster definitions and typologies, noting a lack of focus on power. It then integrates literature on global production networks, which discusses power relations. A categorization of clusters is proposed based on the presence of MNC headquarters, affiliates, and local companies. The paper seeks to facilitate comparative studies of cluster architectures and factors influencing cluster evolution by more systematically discussing power within clusters using theories from political science and sociology. Case studies will also be presented.
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National Workers Union Press Release - september 16, 2013, Job Josses
1. NATIONAL WORKERS UNION
P.O. Box 713, Castries, ST. LUCIA
Tel. 758 452 3664, 459 0181 Fax 758 453 2896
E Mail: natwork3@hotmail.com
Website: www.nationalworkersunion.org
PRESS RELEASE
The National Workers Union is deeply concerned with the internal hemorrhaging
of job losses which continues to occur without signs of abeyance. It is extremely
unfortunate that St. Lucia has failed to grasp timely opportunities to structure a
plan aimed at job security and economic stabilization.
We cannot ignore the fact most of the jobs lost have sustained workers over many
years and were linked to the National Insurance Corporation, Inland Revenue
Department, Financial Institutions, Water & Sewerage Authority, Cable &
Wireless (Lime), St. Lucia Electricity Services, Credit Unions etc.
For those who do not want to hear, many businesses are recording economic
erosion and are unable to meet traditional targets that positively helped the entities
for many years. However, it is sad and discouraging when you have no one to turn
to.
Labour and Capital will now have to move more quickly to be given some form of
dialogue that would enable each side to better understand their plights, and
establish a cooperation Pact. We cannot continue to bury our heads in the sand.
………………………….
Tyrone G. Maynard
President General
September 16, 2013