Government Strengthens Justice and Security

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Issue 14 | 20 Oct, 2018

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Bi-monthly Progress Report from the Government of Saint Lucia

Government Strengthens Justice and Security Working towards a safer & more just society

Forensics

Manpower

Equipment

Community

Partnerships

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Strengthening Justice and Security Interview with Minister for Home Affairs, Justice and National Security

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aint Lucia’s Minister for Home Affairs, Justice and National Security says it will take the effort of every citizen and those who love this island to maintain the highest level of law and order, national security, peace and safety.

“We are also in the process of building new police headquarters and a hall of justice on upper Bridge Street.

“The Police will also be strengthened with the addition of 50 new recruits, while 48 firemen are in training – 28 for the new Babonneau Fire station by December.

Sen. Hon. Hermangild Francis expressed that despite the many challenges Saint Lucia may be facing, there must be continuous dialogue with citizens, police and other law enforcement agencies and government, to examine the existing challenges, while proposing new solutions to address respect for law and order.

“An EC$1.2 million fire appliance has been acquired for the use at the airport, allowing the department to receive an international rating.

Soufriere Fire station has been renovated and a project has started for the Vieux Fort Fire station where the training school is.

This week Our Saint Lucia spoke with the Minister, to gauge the progress Government has made at addressing some of the areas under his portfolio.

• Justice “As soon as we came into office we sought to appoint a new DPP. We also reviewed the compensation package which was approved and then the position advertised. The suitable applicant selected was Daasrean Greene. We also have a full slate of prosecutors within the office of the DPP and continue to provide that office with everything needed to operate efficiently.”

• The Forensic Science Laboratory “The closure of the Forensic Lab was an issue of concern while in opposition. Last year we partially re-opened the lab, which is now fully staffed with the exception of a Deputy Director.

“We have appointed a Director in the person of Fernanda Henry and all staff did the polygraph and passed. We are now working on the infrastructure, the roofing in particular which should be done soon.

“So far we have had some successes, including evidence leading to the arrest of suspected rapists.

It has also helped in solving at least two murders.”

• Registry of Civil Status “This was another area where there were many complaints from the public about the long lines and the length of time it would take to get documents. This has improved tremendously and will become even more efficient in 2019. Government has agreed to purchase Software for the department, to improve services and to use a more durable paper to issue documents such as birth certificates.”

“The Fire service promotion policy is also under review and we are looking at making their services fall under the “Essential services act,” which it is not presently.

Hon. Hermangild Francis • Police & Fire “I took the opportunity when I became Minister to have dialogue with the police, not just the high command but the rank and file and the Police Welfare Association. This was to better understand the issues and their needs.

“Over the past year we have provided the police with 23 new vehicles, 5 new motorcycles and have refurbished some of the stations. The Second Deputy Commissioner position has been reinstituted, as we continue to review the overall structure of the RSLPF. “The issue of promotion has also been addressed and we are satisfied with the new policies.

“In the past what you found was a strong emphasis on degrees and not enough on things like work experience, discipline and performance. Moving forward what will happen is that there will be ongoing assessments with a point system based on various areas as well as the degrees and academic performance.

“With the Marine Police we allocated EC$.5 million, which went towards engines. Now four vessels are in operation. Recently the surveillance radar was repaired and just last weekend Marine Police intercepted a vessel with drugs, with the help of the radar.

“The Government has just signed an agreement for a modern mobile communications unit to be shared with the Police, Fire and NEMO.” • Witness Protection Program “I want to assure the public that we have a very effective witness protection plan. Therefore there should be no fear in giving evidence, as this would be treated in the strictest confidence. No one has been compromised under the Program which is a very costly venture. However, I want to thank the AG who has been contributing to this under the “proceeds from crime” arrangement.”

• Bordelais Correctional Facility “I want to thank Mr. Vern Guard who has since moved on, but who did a great job as Director of Corrections. Mr. Leonard Terrence is now managing the facility and he too is performing very well.

The intention is to have a Director appointed soon.

“I also want to thank the management and staff at BCF for the fine work they are doing which translated to the smooth housing of the inmates from the BVI and TCI since 2017. All but two of these individuals have been repatriated.”

The Minister also highlighted initiatives for the Police under the financial year 2018/2019 including a new Gros Islet Station, CCTV cameras by December Succession Planning in the Force, Legal Aid and the report of a 2017 Crime Symposium which he has vowed will be acted upon.

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National Action Plan on Crime being Activated!

The headtable at the Crime Symposium included the Government and Opposition.

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everal stakeholders and concerned citizens dialogued with government representatives at a National Symposium on Crime here in Saint Lucia last year. The Symposium was held on November 24, 2017, to discuss the challenges of crime facing the nation.

Some of the issues laid on the table were the illegal drug trade, the proliferation of gangs, illegal weapons, youth at risk and confidentiality of persons providing evidence.

The crime symposium saw a large turn-out by many stakeholders across the island.

Saint Lucia’s Minister for Home Affairs, Justice and National Security Hermangild Francis says he is thankful for the input received and is heartened by the public’s firm commitment to

helping government stamp out criminality.

The Minister promised that the findings from the activity would not be allowed to gather dust on a shelf, nor was the activity simply a talk-shop.

True to his word, since then a White Paper has been developed from the report of the symposium and Government is now in the process of creating a working group to initiate some of the ideas and plans.

The Minister on August 31, 2018 convened a meeting with several stakeholders as a follow-up on the recommendations of the Crime Symposium. The vast bank of information he said would continue to serve as a national compass on the way forward in the prevention, reduction and punishment of crime.

“As I had promised the nation, the crime symposium held last year was not intended to be a “talk shop”. Continuity is very much on my agenda,” the Minister says.

“Our talking points included a consensus that a national security plan was definitely needed.

We looked at “Safe Spaces” which is a concept that was introduced by Dr. Stephen King, parenting programs and a national strategy to deal with alcohol and marijuana legislation.”

The meeting also proposed that a National Security Council be created, to be chaired by the prime minister and co – chaired by the Minister responsible for Home Affairs and National Security. “This of course has to be taken to another level of discussion involving the Prime Minister among other persons,” the Minister noted.

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Government Delivers on Promise of Forensic Lab

Lab director Fernanda Henry, DPP Daasrean Greene, Security Minister Hon. Hermangild Francis and Acting Police Chief Milton Desir at the announcement on the reopening of the lab.

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aint Lucia’s first Forensic Science Laboratory became a major talking point ahead of the 2016 general elections, after it was closed in 2015. The Forensic Lab, located at Tapion was opened in 2009 but was shut down six years later, due to issues of security of evidence and standards.

At the time, crime chief Milton Desir disclosed that the closure of the forensic lab, was affecting the ability of the Police Force to move forward with solving a number of serious crimes.

According to Desir, his unit would have sent samples to be tested, but because of the closure of the lab, they have not been able to get anywhere with a number of cases.

Seeing this as a priority in the fight against crime here in Saint Lucia, the Government of Saint Lucia on Friday February 24th 2017 announced that Saint Lucia’s Forensic Science Laboratory had reopened.

Minister for Home Affairs, Justice and National Security Senator Honourable Hermangild Francis explained then, that the Government had adopted a phased approach to the reopening, which it hopes will facilitate the transition to full operations.

“The Saint Lucia Forensic Laboratory was closed on May 6th 2015 when it was discovered that there were improprieties in evidence handling and the security of the facility,” Minister Francis explained.

Since assuming office The operations of the Forensic Lab have gone through a review process the Minister positioned a team to conduct an internal audit, which was conducted to assess The Minister emphasized the pivotal role forensic these shortcomings and to investigate evidence science plays in criminal investigations and the importance of reopening the facility to provide tampering within the facility. scientific support to the Royal Saint Lucia Police “Such action was complemented by an investiga- Force. He noted that the “credibility and tion conducted by law enforcement officers. The confidence in a forensic laboratory are vital to its investigation was completed and the file passed operations” and that the Government “is commiton to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecu- ted to doing everything necessary to ensure that these are upheld.” tions,” the Minister went on to say.

A degree of “structural weakness” of the actual building was also discovered and according to the Minister while the building can remain occupied, remedial work will be undertaken to prevent further damage, and to strengthen the integrity of the existing structure.

“Current staff has been screened and vetted; a new security system has been installed. Standard operating procedures have been reviewed and amended to international standards. Similarly, all laboratory protocols have been reviewed to ensure that the improprieties of the past do not re-occur,” the Minister has reassured.

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Motorcycle Unit Gets a Boost

Traffic Department was handed five spanking new XJ6Yamaha motorcycles shipped from Japan to augment the existing fleet.

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he Motorcycle Patrol within the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) Traffic Department recently started the engagement of training of more than twenty police officers in order to beef up numbers to complement the motorcycle fleet.

On July 30th 2018 the Traffic Department was officially handed five spanking new XJ6Yamaha motorcycles shipped from Japan to augment the existing fleet.

Minister for Home Affairs and National Security Honourable Hermangild Francis indicates that the Government is systematically addressing the many needs of the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force.

Administrative Sergeant Miguel Lansiquot expressed how pleased the Traffic Department is with the injection of brand new motorcycles and thanked Minister Hermangild Francis and hierarchy of the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force.

“We are aiming for a greater police presence on our roads and we are very grateful for the efforts of the hierarchy of the organization as well as Minister Francis who has been very instrumental to this

recent procurement. It is clear that the daily patrol by the traffic police makes a marked difference on any given day. Police presence encourages compliance by the motoring public, minimizes accidents and excessive speeding. Overall it deters other unlawful acts; so we are always happy to receive the tools that will enhance our work,” Sergeant Lansiquot says.

Ahead of the training of more police motorcyclists Sergeant Lansiquot also encouraged female officers to express their interest in being trained.

“We still have just one woman police officer as part of our motorcycle patrol fleet but we believe in having more” he noted expectantly.

“It is also noteworthy that the entire training will be managed internally because we have within the RSLPF our very own certified instructors and examiner so we do not have to outsource in order for this training to take place,” he added.

The Motorcycle Patrol Fleet has also been outfitted with new safety gear including helmets, gloves and boots.

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Making the City of Castries a Better Place to

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he city of Castries has become a hub for criminal elements and activities and this will be put to a halt.” This was the bold declaration of Mayor Peterson Francis in December of 2016. At the time, the Mayor’s office was working with just 12 constabulary officers. However, Mayor Francis promised that this would be augmented sooner rather than later.

True to his word, work started in earnest in 2017 to create a formidable City Police Department, increasing the number of City Police attached to the Castries City Council. Since then, many citizens have applauded the work of the City Police, not just for their visibility around the city, but for foiling a number of crimes against both citizens and visitors.

This week, we were brought up to date with the work of the City Police Department by Jason Hullingseed, Press and Communications Manager, Office of the Mayor.

“Currently what we are doing is reviewing the structure of City Policing.

It is a continuous process, as we are constantly looking at ways in which we can curb crime in the city as there are always new challenges,” Hullingseed says. “We seek to regularly train our officers with a focus on municipal policing, while beefing up patrols in the city and also to get them equipped for the road by providing them with the requisite support as it relates to their knowledge and work-tools,” he added.

Recently, the City Police Department recruited a Deputy City Police Chief in the person of Leo Henry. He is charged with the overall supervision of the City Police.

Currently there are a total of 42 officers and according to Hullingseed, 15-20 recruits are on stand-by to be added as soon as resources become available.

City Police on the beat

Female City Police at administrative office

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Major Accomplishments

“We are also working with the private sector in accessing a vehicle as well as bicycles to aid in the more effective patrolling within the city,” Hullingseed says. He also pointed out that the City Police Department also collaborates with the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force on a number of areas.

The press and communications manager acknowledged that there has indeed been a noticeable decrease in criminal activity in the city in recent times. “We are talking here not just about the number of robberies and assaults that we have been able to foil, but things like urinating in public which is an offence. In this case it has also reduced the unbearable stench that would emanate from some areas in the city,” Hullingseed says. The City Police he says, has also been able to address other areas of illegality such as dangerous weapons in public, throwing of missiles, the use of obscene language, the selling of liquor and other items without the requisite licenses and numerous other offenses. The Department has also seen many of these come before the Courts and justice served within the shortest space of time.

The Castries City Council is also working closely with business owners in the city as it relates to law and order. The Mayor has convened several meetings with individual business owners as well as the Saint Lucia Chamber of Commerce and the Chaussee Road Business Association. These meetings have been held to address concerns, share knowledge and implement strategies at making the city a better place to not only do business but to recreate as well.

‘We seek to regularly train our officers with a focus on municipal policing, while beefing up patrols in the city and also to get them equipped for the road by providing them with the requisite support as it relates to their knowledge and work-tools.’

“The safety of our citizens and visitors is our number one priority and we are doing all we can to create a safe environment for everyone in Castries, where businesses can thrive, employers and employers can feel safe and comfortable and everyone can feel at ease whether they live in the city, work in the city, do business in the city, visiting the city or in the city for leisure and pleasure,” says Mayor Peterson Francis.

Leo Henry recently appointed Deputy at the City Police Department

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Making a Difference for those who I

t was really a no-brainer,” says Raquel DuBoulay-Chastanet (wife of Prime Minister Hon. Allen Chastanet) when we asked her why she decided to choose local law enforcement as the major beneficiary of her charity organization Make It Happen.

“We had just started having police officers stationed at our residence and I found myself talking to them often about work in general and they would share with me some of their concerns. And so that struck a nerve,” she says.

“Right then and there I decided to tour the various stations and I saw first-hand what some of the immediate needs were.”

And so the “Make it Happen Foundation” was birthed with its major fund-raising activity - the inaugural Officers Ball at the Sandals Grande in December of 2016.

The event, which saw hundreds of Saint Lucians attending and corporate Saint Lucia rising to the occasion, was able to raise EC$100,000.

The Officers Ball was repeated in 2017 - another success story - and will be held again on December 1, 2018.

So far, proceeds from the event have gone towards assisting various police stations including the Gros Islet Police Station which received awnings over the windows of the sleeping quarters and a lounge and recreational area. The Choiseul Police Station has received a new fence, AC units, new lockers and showers, the Marchand Police Station received a new kitchen and television, Central Police Station received furniture, a kitchen and restroom upgrades, the Gros Islet Fire Station received an updated kitchen and the Laborie Police Station received new water tanks.

Computers, desks and chairs have also been distributed to the various police stations by the Make it Happen Foundation.

The Annual Officers’ Ball also takes the opportunity to honour long-serving officers.

A much needed copier for the Soufriere Police

“For me this event is not just about raising the funds but also a fun way to get the message out that the Police are of us and sometimes we don’t realize that if they do not have the right working environment, this can demoralize them,” Raquel DuBoulay-Chastanet says. “Yes they are employed by the State but sometimes the channels they must go through to procure simple things – this is where the foundation comes in as well as the private sector and citizens,” she adds.

She cited an example of the two marine police vessels having dilapidated seats which made maneuvering the seas very difficult. “I discovered that there was a company in the United States where we could get the seats and so I wrote to them requesting a discount,” she says.

Each set of seats were costed at $6,000.

“They wrote back saying they were prepared to donate a set of seats and so we were able to purchase the second set”.

It is those things that we see as little that makes a difference,” the Mrs. Chastanet says. “Imagine having overnighted at a station and you have to take a shower at 5 am in cold water? And so we have been able to outfit some stations with water heaters,” she says.

Corporate Saint Lucia she says, has increasingly been supportive of the cause through donations of items. The Ball is also very well supported by companies who purchase group tables. The event typically is a fun-filled one, featuring short speeches, dinner, live performances and an auction.

“This is just our way to say thank you to the police who in some cases perform very difficult jobs, under difficult circumstances. And so the noble thing we can do is to give them working conditions that are comfortable and treat them with respect, while encouraging them to treat each other and citizens with respect as well,” Raquel DuBoulay Chastanet says.

For more information about the charity work of Make It Happen, visit: facebook.com/makeithappenstlucia/

AC Unit presented to Gros Islet Fire Station

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Protect & Serve Us! Make It Happen was able to give the waiting area of the Marchand Police Station a makeover.

Donation of eight boat seats to the Marine Police Unit

Gros Islet Police Station received an updated lounge

New lockers installed at the Marchand Police Station

Mrs. Raquel DuBoulay Chastanet makes donation of a new refrigerator for the Vigie Airport Fire Hall

‘This is just our way to say thank you to the police who in some cases perform very difficult jobs, under difficult circumstances. And so the noble thing we can do is to give them working conditions that are comfortable and treat them with respect, while encouraging them to treat each other and citizens with respect as well.’ Castries Headquarters

Kitchen Before

Kitchen After

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Taiwan and Saint Lucia Signs Agreement for Police Cooperation personnel training and equipment upgrade.

We are willing to offer our assistance and to share our experiences. I look forward to successful cooperation between the police authorities of Taiwan and Saint Lucia for the years to come,” he went on to say.

Minister for Home Affairs, Justice and National Security Honourable Hermangild Francis was enthused by the signing of the agreement.

Hon Minister Hermangild Francis with Ambassador H.E. Douglas Shen

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he Government of Saint Lucia continues to step up the approach to dealing with crime and strengthening of the police force.

Taiwan and Saint Lucia recently signed an agreement for police cooperation which will see more exchanges in the area of personnel visits, training, and intelligence between police officers.

The Bilateral Police Cooperation Agreement will also mean law authorities will work

hand-in-hand in the prevention and policing of serious transnational crimes.

“This is the first comprehensive law-enforcement related agreement inked by our two countries, which marks a new milestone in our cooperative relationship,” stated Taiwan Foreign Affairs Minister, His Excellency Dr. David Tawei Lee. “Taiwan is aware of the difficulties the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force is currently facing in

“As we continue to develop as a country and explore new prospects for growth our police cannot be left behind. The first world environment we are seeking to create must also be visible with our approach to justice,” he noted. “We also need to create such partnerships in order to tap into the expertise offered by countries such as Taiwan especially as it relates to the use of technology. We truly look forward to working with the Government of Taiwan.”

Taiwan and Saint Lucia had previously signed the Memorandum of Understanding Concerning Cooperation in the Exchange of Financial Intelligence Related to Money Laundering, Associated Predicate Offences and Terrorism Financing in January. That arrangement allows the financial intelligence agencies to institutionalize the exchange of information on cross-border financial crimes.

French Republic and Saint Lucia Agree on Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters

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the Government of the French Republic to Honourable Sarah Flood-Beaubrun, Minister in the Department of External Affairs. In turn the Minister, on behalf of the Government of Saint Lucia, handed over diplomatic notes confirming the approval of the two agreements by the Saint Lucian government.

he Government of the French Republic and the Government of Saint Lucia signed the Convention on Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters and the Extradition Convention September 30, 2016.

Following this the French Parliament passed the law authorising approval of the aforementioned agreements and the Council of Ministers consequently approved the agreements. The instruments of approval provided for by Article 25 of both conventions were signed by Mr. Jean-Yves Le Drian, Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs.

During a ceremony of exchange of the French and Saint Lucian Instruments of Approval on October 10, 2018, at the Department of

External Affairs Minister Hon. Sarah Flood Beaubun and H.E. Philippe Ardanaz, Ambassador of France officially make the exchange.

External Affairs, His Excellency Philippe Ardanaz, Ambassador of France to the OECS Member States and Barbados, in Saint Lucia, handed over the two instruments of approval of these agreements on behalf of

The agreements will enter into force on December 01, 2018 and is expected to assist in combatting crime and extraditing criminals.

In the past, Saint Lucia has used the facility of warrants to deal with mutual legal assistance matters, but this is the first time that an extradition agreement has been signed.

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CITY POLICE HOTLINE COMING SOON! major initiative ahead of the busy Christmas season, which would help in fighting crime in the city.

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“Very soon we will be launching our own Hotline service, whereby citizens and business owners can call our office with tips on anything happening in the city as it relates to crime,’ Jason Hullingseed Press and Communications Manager in the Office of the Mayor says.

the resources of the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force to maintain law and order in and around it.

“We are presently doing all the testing of these lines and training agents for that hotline as to how to relate to calls from the public and how to relay the information to the City Police,” he went on to explain.

This Hotline as well as having additional City Police on the beat, is expected to affect greater responses to crime in the city. The Mayor is also seeking to provide his men with at least one vehicle in the first instance and some bicycles, which will assist in city policing.

However, according to the Castries City Council and the City Police Department, it is well positioned to complement the RSLPF in this regard. In fact, the City Police Department is preparing to launch a

The city Mayor has indicated that around the clock patrols in the city as well as the 24-Hour Hotline are among the initiatives aimed at making the city safer not just during the season but throughout the year.

t may not be too long now before we begin to hear the sounds of “jingle bells” as we approach the Christmas Season. And as expected the City will be a buzz of activity, placing demands on

Forensic Lab Showing Results

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orensic Lab Showing Results Just one year after its reopening Minister for Home Affairs, Justice and National Security Honourable Hermangild Francis sat with the management and staff of the Saint Lucia Forensic Science Laboratory, earlier this year, to discuss the way ahead and to commend staff for their work thus far.

The Minister commended the staff for remaining steadfast in upholding the mandate of the Forensic Lab as the institution continues to grow.

“I want to thank you for multi-tasking while concerted attempts are being made to fill existing vacancies”. Minister Francis gave the assurance that staffing and rehabilitation works to the

building will form part of the short term priorities for the laboratory.

Director of Forensic Science Services Ms. Fernanda Henry thanked the Government of Saint Lucia for the demonstration of support by addressing the needs of the lab.

Ms. Henry also indicated that the support of the staff has been paramount to the lab’s operations, while the support of Minister Hermangild Francis has been unwavering.

“I am pleased with the strides being made. It was definitely encouraging to have the Minister with responsibility for the Forensic Science Laboratory Honourable Hermangild Francis here to sit with us, to appreciate how the staff is coping, listen to

their concerns and field questions. He also joined us in articulating the way forward”.

Minister Francis says he endeavors to do his utmost to ensure that public confidence in the work of the St. Lucia Forensic Science Lab is significantly increased.

The Minister has since revealed that since the reopening of the Forensic Lab a number of rape cases have been solved.

He explained that police were able to access the information from the Lab to execute those arrests and charge the perpetrators.

Minister Francis says he is very happy with the performance of the Forensic Science Laboratory and lauded the director and her staff.

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MINISTERS ON THE MOVE Hon. Dominic Fedee meets with Football Clubs to plan Jacmel Field Upgrade

Hon. Lenard Montoute meets Ambassador Holger Michael of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, as he paid a courtesy call on the Office of the Prime Minister.

Micoud Secondary students hang out with Education Minister Hon Gale Rigobert.

PS John Calixte looks on as Minister for Agriculture Hon Ezechiel Joseph signs Technical Cooperation Agreement with Cuba represented by Ambassador Jorge Francisco Soberon Luis.

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At A Glance...

EDUCATION

G ove r n m e nt L a u n c h e s A fte r S c h o o l P ro g ra m m e On Tuesday October 2nd the Government of Saint Lucia in collaboration with The National Lotteries Authority (NLA) launched the after school programme designed to engage students from select schools in organized activities at various locations on island.

The programme was developed as a means of enhancing sports development and reducing the risk to vulnerable students after regular school hours. It will be held at centers in targeted locations between the hours of 3:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

SPORTS

J u l i e n A l f re d M e d a l s at Yo u t h G a m e s Prime Minister Hon. Allen Chastanet has sent out a congratulatory message to Saint Lucia’s Star Athlete Julien Alfred. Alfred this week captured Saint Lucia’s first-ever Youth Olympic Games medal winning silver. “You continue to rise and be an inspiration. Let’s keep cheering for her and all our athletes from Saint Lucia. Congrats again Julien on finishing second in the women’s 100m in Buenos Aires,” wrote the Prime Minister.

COMMUNITY

C e l e b rati n g I nte r n ati o n a l D ay o f t h e G i r l

October 11th, 2018, marked the annual celebration of the International Day of the Girl. Saint Lucia joined the rest of the world in celebrating this important day under the theme “With Her: A Skilled Girl Force.” This year’s theme, specifically resonates with the achievements and strides that have been made collectively in our Saint Lucian society.

The predominance of female participants at the launching of the Fun, Robotics Hackathon recently, demonstrates how young girls in St. Lucia are challenging social norms. Incidentally this is occurring at a time when the Honorable Minister Dr. Gale TC Rigobert is the (female) Minister responsible for Education, Innovation, Gender Relations and Sustainable Development.

PARTNERSHIP

S a i nt L u c i a a n d Ta i wa n d i s c u s s a n d c e m e nt ti e s w i t h I nve st m e nt i n I nf ra st r u c t u re

The Republic of China (Taiwan) was praised for its support to developing nations by Saint Lucia’s Prime Minister Honourable Allen Chastanet during an official visit to Taipei.

During his four day visit the Prime Minister discussed development issues and opportunities for further strengthening of the relationship between Saint Lucia and the Republic of China (Taiwan).

TOURISM

A d d i ti o n a l N o n S to p To ro nto F l i g ht

The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority is pleased to announce the addition of a non-stop flight from Toronto to Saint Lucia starting this Fall with Air Canada.

The additional Toronto flight operated by Air Canada Rouge commences on Wednesday, October 31st, 2018. Air Canada has increased its total frequency to 4 weekly flights from Toronto to Saint Lucia, then commences daily service on December 25th, 2018 to the island.

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