Speaking to a charged crowd in Central Castries this week, Frederick reflected on the significant improvements to infrastructure, sanitation, and community spaces across the city since 2021, contrasting the current environment with what he described as “years of neglect” under the previous administration.
“This is a city that has witnessed change, real, tangible change. Between 2016 and 2021, Castries had fallen into decay, the streets were filthy, the drains were blocked, and the spirit of the city was broken. But when the Saint Lucia Labour Party took charge, we made a promise to restore pride and purpose to our capital, and we’ve delivered.”
Frederick, who also oversees local government, said that Central Castries has been a focal point of urban renewal, citing several projects aimed at revitalizing neglected areas and improving quality of life for residents and businesses alike.
Over the past two and a half years, Frederick noted, Castries has undergone a visible facelif, from cleaner streets and restored buildings to new small-business hubs and community beautification initiatives.
“We’ve seen construction and renovation throughout the city, abandoned buildings restored, derelict lots transformed, and the introduction of modern facilities around the Jeremie Street bus terminal and the Castries Market area,” Frederick said.
“These improvements are not accidents. They are the result of deliberate planning and a government committed to giving Saint Lucians a city they can be proud of.”
Frederick added that ongoing projects, including the rehabilitation of sidewalks, drainage systems, and public spaces, are part of a broader plan to create a safer, more vibrant capital that reflects Saint Lucia’s progress and resilience.
The Central Castries MP also credited the government’s leadership for prioritizing the revitalization of Castries, describing the city as a symbol of the nation’s spirit and identity.
“Castries is not just another constituency,” he asserted. “It is the heart of Saint Lucia, the one constituency where everyone interacts daily, whether for business, culture, or community life. When Castries shines, the whole island feels it.”
Frederick expressed pride in how far the constituency has come since the height of the pandemic, highlighting efforts to support small entrepreneurs, upgrade market facilities, and improve public cleanliness and safety.
“Look around, the difference is clear, we’ve turned a once-neglected city into a place of energy, pride, and opportunity. This is what leadership and commitment look like.”
With the general election date now set for December 1st, the Castries Central MP urged residents to judge the government not by promises, but by results.
“When the time comes, the people of Central Castries will make their decision,” he said. “They’ve seen who worked for them, who listened, and who delivered. This government has proven that progress is possible, and together, we will continue building a better Saint Lucia.”