Housing Finance Push: Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre urged the Saint Lucia Development Bank to move fast so EC$54 million in housing financing can be accessed soon, stressing it’s a loan for the bank guaranteed by government and that applicants must still meet normal banking requirements. Governance & Oversight: Housing minister Richard Frederick was placed on administrative leave while issues at the Saint Lucia Social Development Fund are resolved, with the PM saying the move is about transparency and avoiding any suggestion of influence. Migration & People Movement: St. Lucia will receive its first batch of third-country nationals from the United States later this week—six people (five men, one woman)—under a programme capped at up to 10 per quarter for two years, with options including voluntary repatriation. Local Skills for Jobs: The Soufriere Regional Development Foundation launched its second five-week plumbing training programme for Palmiste residents, building on interest from the first course. Family Support: LUCELEC-backed Powering Parents programme wrapped up after six weeks, with parents saying it improved communication, budgeting and confidence. Youth & Tech: ECCU’s Generative AI and Python Summer Camp ended with youth showcasing projects and presentations. Business/Travel Costs: A report on Premier David Burt’s trips lists costs of $5,698.35 and $7,785.49 for travel to St. Lucia and the Azores. Workplace Claims: A Royalton CHIC employee alleged intimidation, favoritism and retaliation by a supervisor, raising questions about internal reporting and HR processes.