Pierre Responds To Concerns About Halls Of Justice

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has responded to concerns regarding the government’s consultation with the Saint Lucia National Trust before proceeding with the ongoing Halls of Justice project in Castries. Speaking at a police vehicle handover ceremony on Tuesday, the Prime Minister addressed rumors and concerns about the initiative. The Trust serves as the primary custodian of the nation’s historical and cultural sites, including areas within the city. Critics have expressed concerns about the proposed five-story structure to be built on the lots previously occupied by the old courthouse and the Ministry of Education, which are to be connected by a skybridge. In response, the Prime Minister reassured the public that proper due diligence had been followed. “Before I say or do something, I think about it,” Pierre said. “I consulted the National Trust regarding the demolition of both buildings. As for the Ministry of Education, the National Trust said there was nothing of significant value. It was an old building that could be demolished. In the case of the courthouse, they noted there were pictures inside that should be preserved—pictures of judges and other individuals. So before we demolished it, we made sure to retrieve and save those items.”  ...