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Decriminalization of COVID-19 protocol breaches
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August 13, 2021
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2:25Now PlayingIn a national address on Wednesday 11th August, 2021 the Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre announced that COVID-19 protocol breaches will be decriminalised. This law will be repealed at a Sitting of Parliament, the highest law-making body in the State. To date, there has been no Sitting of Parliament and as such, breaches of COVID-19 protocols are still a criminal offence and punishable by law.
Hon. Pierre further explained that persons who had been previously arrested, charged and convicted for COVID-19 protocol breaches will have their records expunged. An appeal was made to persuade and encourage citizens to comply with the protocol guidelines instead of inflicting threats and punishment. The Prime Minister intimated that he understood the struggle of many, who have been called to do what does not come naturally, and so, there must be compassion and empathy. Together let us re-commit as a nation, with a steadfast resolve, to observe the regular washing and sanitizing of hands, social distancing, the wearing of masks in public spaces, and the avoidance of large crowd events. To those still hesitant about taking the vaccine, we ask you to reconsider your position, seek medical advice and help protect our nation from this deadly virus by taking the vaccine. Together we can do this; let us do it for the good benefit of ourselves, and country.
The adjusted COVID-19 protocols are in effect from 13th -31st August, 2021 in order to mitigate the threat levels to the people of Saint Lucia. The COVID-19 protocols are explained in detail below. However, the public is encouraged to use the hotline number 311 if they have any queries or concerns.
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