HILAIRE STANDS BY DECISION TO OPEN CARNIVAL TO UNVAXXED POPULATION

On May 17, the government announced Saint Lucia carnival would be open to both the vaccinated as well as the unvaccinated public. The disclosure has since elicited debate and concern over the country’s readiness to manage potential COVID outbreaks related to carnival activities. Creative Industries Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire has given assurances carnival organizers are working in tandem with the health authorities to stage a safe festival amidst an ongoing sixth wave.