The president of the south Castries youth and sports council is demanding that officials overhaul the judicial and penal system, which he says has failed many young people.
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INMATES HOSPITALIZED AFTER SSU QUELLS PRISON DISTURBANCE
Inmates at the Bordelais correctional facility were treated at hospital after less lethal force was employed by police to restore order at the prison on Tuesday night.
Read More »NEMO ISSUES PASSES UNDER STRICT GUIDELINES
The National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) will be issuing passes during the state of emergency, but only under strict guidelines.
Read More »HERMAN CAUTIONS AGAINST UNREALISTIC EXPECTATIONS
Prison director Hilary Herman is cautioning against the unrealistic expectations of inmates against the backdrop of the recent unrest at the Bordelais correctional facility.
Read More »STATE OF EMERGENCY TAKES EFFECT, CURFEW IMPOSED
A state of emergency is now in full effect with the start of a curfew in St. Lucia as of 7pm Wednesday February 3rd 2021. The NEMAC endorsed decision has received the backing of a number of organizations which have pledged support for protocols to regain the upper hand against …
Read More »HTS EPOLL FEBRUARY 3RD 2021
Should the authorities have been sterner in address the prison protest?
Read More »BOSL RESPONDS TO CUSTOMER CONCERNS
Bank of Saint Lucia has responded to reports from its valued customers who expressed concern regarding fraudulent transactions on select accounts. While the financial institution has fraud monitoring measures in place, it further advises its customers to be vigilant in the use of debit and credit cards.
Read More »BANDITS ROB FAMILY AT SUNNY ACRES BEACH
A family of five is calling for swift action from law enforcement after they were robbed by marauding bandits at Sunny Acres beach. The victims are urging authorities to ensure a greater police presence in the area which has become a magnet for criminals
Read More »CSA SAYS ITS LIVES OVER LIVELIHOODS IN THE PANDEMIC
The president of the civil service association is stressing the importance of prioritizing lives over livelihoods. Cyprian Montroupe who cites the ten covid-19 related deaths in January, says immediate focus needs to be placed on worker safety.
Read More »BORDELAIS INMATES LIVE STREAM THEIR PROTEST
Inmates at the Bordelias correctional facility took to social media on Tuesday to vent their frustration with the covid-19 pandemic response at the prison. Several inmates and a staff member have tested positive for the novel coronavirus.
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