National security minister Hermangild Francis says Saint Lucia’s parole system is seeking to restore lives. Francis made the comments at the first ever closed parole hearing in St. Lucia on Wednesday, December 16th 2020.
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HEALTH MINISTER ON PUBLICIZING NAMES OF QUARANTINE VIOLATORS
The public may soon know who has breached covid-19 home quarantine and possibly placed the lives of fellow citizens at risk. The minsters for health and national security say breaches in protocols are not being taken lightly. Authorities hope covid-19 wardens can help ensure compliance with the measures, which are …
Read More »39 YEAR OLD MAN IS SAINT LUCIA’S 5TH COVID 19 RELATED DEATH
Saint Lucia has recorded its 5th covid-19 related death. News of the latest death broke on Thursday, December 17th, one day after saint Lucia had no new cases. The victim is a 39-year-old male from the Gros-Islet district.
Read More »PM ANNOUNCES FUEL PRICE REVIEW STUDY
The government of Saint Lucia has announced plans to review the price and tax on fuel in Saint Lucia. Prime minister Allen Chastanet claims that the move is aimed at securing savings for consumers and the state. However, the disclosure in the house of assembly on Tuesday, may have put …
Read More »NAMES OF HOME QUARANTINE VIOLATORS COULD BE PUBLICIZED
The names of people who fail to co-operate with the authorities on covid-19 home quarantine protocols and measures could be made public knowledge
Read More »TWO MURDER CONVICTS GRANTED EARLY RELEASE BY PAROLE BOARD
Saint Lucia’s first ever parole board hearing is now in the history books and two men serving time for murder could be coming home soon. The unprecedented proceedings saw a seven member parole board panel, decide the fate of the two men who have been behind bars for over two …
Read More »CSA UNMOVED BY LEGAL THREAT FROM TRANSPORT MINISTER
HTS News4orce first reported last week on transport minister guy joseph’s hint at a possible litigation against the Civil Service Association (CSA), over allegations regarding a senior public servant. The president of the CSA Cyprian Montroupe subsequently dismissed the threat of a civil suit in an exclusive interview with HTS …
Read More »HTS EPOLL DECEMBER 16TH 2020
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Read More »MASSY STORES OPENS NEW BRANCH IN CHOISEUL
Massy Stores has opened a new branch in Choiseul. Choiseul residents got a pre-view of the new store on the weekend. It includes a deli, fresh meats, produce and health beauty care areas complemented by a soon to be pharmacy.
Read More »OPPOSITION QUESTIONS SINCERITY OF VAT EXEMPTION ON TOYS
The sincerity of a resolution to afford value added tax (VAT) exemptions to lawmakers, to provide children with toys and families with relief packages, was at the centre of a heated debate in the house of assembly on Tuesday. The government says it is merely attempting to help bring Christmas …
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