Philip J. Pierre Labour Party General elections were held in Saint Lucia on 26 July 2021,[1] having been constitutionally required by 12 October 2021.
Incumbent Prime Minister Allen Chastanet favoured a later date, stating in April 2021 his intent to avoid another outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in Saint Lucia.
The NGP also proposed increased spending on social services and tourism infrastructure; these projects would be funded by establishing a legal cannabis industry.
[13] Chaired by Alvin Smith, the five-member team from the Commonwealth[14] also praised the conduct of the elections, but criticised the slow updating of the voter registry.
[17][18][19] SLP leader Pierre thanked the people of Saint Lucia for his party's win, promising to focus on healthcare and youth employment.
[22] The NGP Deputy Leader Aaron Alexander congratulated the SLP and affirmed his party's willingness to work with them to improve the country.