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National COVID-19 Management Centre chairperson appointed

Published: Oct. 18, 2021, 7:25 p.m.

Consistent with the Government\u2019s mandate for a more inclusive and depoliticised advisory body on the management of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Cabinet of Ministers pursuant to the COVID19 Prevention and Control Act (Amendment) (No.2), 2021 has appointed development planner, Mr. Cletus Springer to chair the National COVID-19 Management Centre. A national, regional and international professional, Mr. Springer brings to the Centre his experience in public sector management, environmental health, sustainable development and communications.

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The National COVID-19 Management Centre will also benefit from the appointment of representatives from the following organisations in the coming weeks;

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1) Director of Information of the Government Information Service or his or her designate;\u201d

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2) a representative from the Trade Union Federation;

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3) a representative from the Saint Lucia Medical and Dental Association;

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4) a representative of the youth;

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5) a representative from the Saint Lucia Hospitality and Tourism Association;

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6) a representative from the private sector;

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7) other persons approved by Cabinet.\u201d

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The Government of Saint Lucia remains committed to fighting the COVID-19 pandemic and will continue to ensure that resources are made available for its effective management.\xa0