The Government of Saint Lucia has announced a tax-free disbursement of over $32 million in back pay to more than 11,000 public servants, scheduled to begin on February 20, 2025. This follows successful negotiations between the Government Negotiating Team (GNT) and the Trade Union Federation (TUF), which concluded in December 2024.
The TUF represents six bargaining agents:
- Saint Lucia Civil Service Association
- Saint Lucia Fire Service Association
- Saint Lucia Medical and Dental Association
- Saint Lucia Nurses Association
- Saint Lucia Teachers Union
- Vieux-Fort Dock and General Workers Union
The agreement includes salary increases over two consecutive trienniums:
- 2022–2025: 6% increase
- 2025–2028: 7% increase
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the terms of the agreement in January 2025. Prime Minister Pierre has confirmed that the back pay will be tax-free.
The Government of Saint Lucia has expressed gratitude to the GNT, chaired by attorney-at-law Mr. Vern Gill, and the leadership of the TUF for reaching an amicable conclusion to the negotiations.