The Saint Lucia Employers’ Federation (SLEF) is lending its voice to the national campaign for healthier lifestyles. At a recent breakfast meeting, employers were urged to take a more proactive role in promoting wellness in the workplace. Executive Director of SLEF, Cornelia Jn Baptiste, says the aim is simple, healthier employees lead to more productive businesses.
At the launch ceremony for the 16th Tranche of the Development Account (DA), implemented in partnership with the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), it was announced that Saint Lucia will benefit from the project titled “Strengthened Capacity to Design and Implement Policies to Enhance Resilience in Caribbean SIDS.”
Saint Lucians with outstanding taxes now have another opportunity to settle their debts without penalties and interest, thanks to the extension of the government’s tax amnesty program. Acting Comptroller at the Inland Revenue Department, Felicia Ellie, explained that the amnesty is a limited-time offer allowing taxpayers to pay only the principal amount owed, with a full 100% waiver on penalties and interest for tax periods up to December 31st, 2023.
Saint Lucia is taking a significant step toward modernizing the way it collects, manages, and utilizes national data. For the first time, the island is developing a National Strategy for the Development of Statistics (NSDS), a comprehensive, long-term action plan aimed at enhancing the production, coordination, and use of official statistics.
Castries, Saint Lucia – The reintroduction of U.S. tariffs under President Donald Trump is sending ripples through global supply chains, with Saint Lucia expected to feel the delayed economic impact in the coming months. According to the Customs and Excise Department, although local prices remain relatively stable for now, the effects are inevitable.
Castries, Saint Lucia – In a bold step toward addressing the rising tide of crime affecting workplaces and communities alike, the Saint Lucia Employers Federation (SLEF) has launched its Citizen Safety and Security Committee. The initiative is aimed at strengthening partnerships between employers, law enforcement, and emergency services, while promoting proactive strategies to protect businesses and the wider public.
Castries, Saint Lucia — With absenteeism and rising sick leave requests placing increasing strain on businesses, Saint Lucia’s employers are taking decisive action. On April 14, the Saint Lucia Employers Federation (SLEF) hosted a well-attended breakfast meeting aimed at addressing the growing challenges of absenteeism, its impact on productivity, and operational costs.
Castries, Saint Lucia — In a major move to modernise public sector operations, the Government of Saint Lucia has officially launched InfoCloud Suite, a state-of-the-art, cloud-based financial management system. This transformative platform is set to streamline government transactions, boost efficiency, and fortify cybersecurity marking a significant milestone in Saint Lucia’s journey toward digital transformation.
Castries, Saint Lucia — The Government of Saint Lucia, through the Central Statistical Office (CSO), has officially launched the Survey of Living Conditions and Household Budgets—a major national initiative aimed at gathering vital data on household income, expenditure, and living standards. The year-long survey, funded by the World Bank under the OECS Data for Decision Making Project, will provide critical insights to help shape evidence-based policies and improve the quality of life for all Saint Lucians.
Castries, Saint Lucia – A life-changing mission is underway in Saint Lucia as a team of ocular specialists provides much-needed prosthetic eye services to those in need. With treatments valued at over $55,000 USD, patients who would otherwise struggle to afford this care are receiving a new lease on life.