Judging by a release from the Prime Minister’s Office, this delivery will occur soon. According to the Prime Minister, the structure has been retrofitted to be able to withstand the intensity of adverse weather systems.

“The roof is changed. There are certain features in the roof which are there to mitigate climate change - mitigation to adapt,” the Prime Minister said. There have been calls from the wider public urging the government to build more climate-resilient infrastructure to not only withstand tropical storms but the onset of mould, which thrives in moist environments. The latest infrastructural projects, like the reconstruction of the Cul de Sac bridge, are also climate-resilient, with the bridge being able to weather flood waters from the river during periods of heavy rainfall.

“[The new structure] increases the morale of the police. They have a safer environment to work. There’ll be a place to hold prisoners, which has been an issue for a while. They have a witness room. I am very pleased with what’s happening there,” Pierre explained.  

Police Commissioner, Crusita Descartes-Pelius has applauded the initiative by the government. She says the displaced officers of the Vieux Fort facility will now have headquarters to call home. “It’s been four years. We need to have all it takes to enable us to fight crime in this country to make Saint Lucia a better and safer place for our citizens and visitors.”

The first assessment of damage to the roof had estimated works of $300,000. The remedial works were left unattended by the former administration and now boast a price tag of over $3 million. Although a completion date was not set, Pierre estimated that the station may be operational before the end of this year.