St. Lucians to head to the polls on December 1

St. Lucia is gearing up for a pivotal moment in its democratic process as Prime Minister Phillip J. Pierre announced that the nation will hold its General Elections on December 1, 2025. The decision was revealed during a national address on November 9, where Prime Minister Pierre confirmed that he had advised the Governor General to dissolve Parliament on November 10, 2025, and issue the Writs of Election, formally initiating the electoral process. Nomination Day is scheduled for November 21, 2025, marking the final steps before the vote. The political landscape is heating up as the ruling St. Lucia Labour Party (SLP), led by Prime Minister Pierre, and the opposition United Workers Party (UWP), headed by Allen Chastanet, ramp up their campaigns. This election will see a rematch between the two leaders, both vying for the country’s highest political office. With the campaign season entering its final phase, St. Lucians are preparing to make their voices heard in what promises to be a closely contested election.