On October 1, 2024, Saint Lucia introduced its first-ever national minimum wage, set at $6.52 per hour or $1,131 per month. Designed to improve workers’ standard of living through fair and equitable compensation, the policy has also posed challenges for some employers. During a breakfast meeting hosted by the Saint Lucia Employers Federation (SLEF), business owners shared firsthand experiences of the wage’s impact while exploring potential solutions. Executive Director of SLEF, Cornelia Jn Baptiste, emphasized the importance of these discussions in addressing employer concerns.