STEP workers injured in a major accident in Dennery as safety concerns emerge amid ongoing government employment program.
Dennery, St Lucia — Reports are emerging of a major accident in Dennery, where a truck reportedly collided with STEP workers engaged in roadside debushing under the government’s STEP (Short Term Employment Program) initiative.
The incident occurred as workers cleared vegetation along the roadside, part of the controversial STEP program introduced by the Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) government. Emergency personnel are currently attending to the injured, though the number and severity of casualties remain unconfirmed.
Eyewitness accounts suggest the truck may have lost control, veering into the group of workers. Authorities have yet to release an official statement, but investigations are expected to determine the cause of the accident.
The STEP program has faced mounting criticism from economists, who question its long-term vision and foresight, raising concerns about its sustainability and effectiveness. This latest incident has reignited debates surrounding the STEP program, with safety protocols for roadside workers now under particular scrutiny.
Residents in Dennery have expressed alarm over the situation, with calls for improved safety measures for workers undertaking high-risk activities under government employment schemes.
This is a developing story. Unitedpac St Lucia News will continue to provide updates as more details become available.
