Chastanet Issues Statement after Police did not grant permission for Black Lives Matter Event

11th June 2020

By PM Facebook Page

It has come to my attention this morning that a permit application made yesterday (Wednesday) for a Black Lives Matter protest in Saint Lucia was not approved by the relevant authorities—the Commissioner of Police in consultation with the Ministry of Health. I have since had discussions with all sides who have clearly articulated their respective positions.

While I fully appreciate the concerns about security, health and safety, especially while we remain under a State of Emergency situation, it is my view that Saint Lucia must show solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. The disease that is racism, with all its ominous implications, must be resisted at every opportunity, and by all of us.

I have requested that all parties concerned pursue every possibility that would permit the Black Lives Matter activity to go on without contravening the established protocols. However, the final decision is the responsibility of the relevant authorities. From the moment the coronavirus was declared a life-threatening pandemic, we have at all times relied on and followed the guidance of the health and security authorities.

Let us all acknowledge that their advice has thus far kept Saint Lucia safe.

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