Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew

Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew Prime Minister of St.Kitts and Nevis, SKNLP
Leader and Representative For Constituency #8 Proud citizen of Saint Kitts and Nevis.
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24/08/2026

Greetings,

One of the most egregious situations we inherited was that qualified doctors were employed through the STEP programme rather than being treated as full government employees.

This was among the first injustices we corrected. Today, our doctors are government employees and are eligible for permanent appointment.

What message had been sent to young people who had sacrificed and studied for years to enter the medical profession? It was a serious act of disrespect toward them and the profession they served.

We found another grave injustice. Nurses who had earned their degrees in Cuba were denied the opportunity to register as nurses, while Cuban nationals holding the same qualification were permitted to register. Our Labour administration corrected this unfair policy and gave these young professionals the opportunity to become registered nurses.

We must also remember when the former Minister of Health publicly accused nurses of stealing hospital supplies. That was a disgraceful accusation against professionals who continued serving our people under extremely difficult conditions.

Then, after our nurses risked their health and lives on the front line during the COVID-19 pandemic, they were denied their honorarium, while the minister, who was not a frontline worker, reportedly received $40,000.

This Labour administration ended these unjust policies, restored the honorarium and began treating our doctors and nurses as the valued professionals they are.

There is still more to do, and we are pushing ahead.

We remain focused on delivering progress and putting people first.


21/08/2026

This is another major milestone in our work to deliver reliable 24/7 water to the people of St. Kitts.

We have successfully found water at the first site under our Groundwater Drilling Programme in Saddlers, and the results are extremely encouraging. The new well could ultimately produce close to half a million gallons of water per day, significantly strengthening the supply to Saddlers Village, Harris’ Village, Lavington, Belle Vue and surrounding communities.

For families who have lived for years with interruptions in their water supply, this is what progress looks like.

We are not stopping here. The drilling team has already moved to Newton Ground, and we will continue exploring sites across St. Kitts.

From the desalination plant to new wells and improvements to our distribution system, we are steadily building a stronger and more resilient water network.

Our goal is clear: 24/7 water for our people, wherever they live in St. Kitts.

We are getting closer!

I want to commend Minister Konris Maynard and his team at the St. Kitts Water Services Department for their hard work, technical leadership and commitment to delivering real solutions to our country’s longstanding water challenges.

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St. Kitts once again welcomes more than one million cruise passengers to our shores.This achievement reflects renewed co...
20/08/2026

St. Kitts once again welcomes more than one million cruise passengers to our shores.

This achievement reflects renewed confidence in our destination, the strength of our partnerships and the continued work being done to position St. Kitts and Nevis as a premier Caribbean destination.

I extend sincere congratulations to Minister of Tourism, Hon. Marsha Henderson, her team at the Ministry of Tourism, the St. Kitts Tourism Authority, and all of our tourism stakeholders whose hard work and commitment continue to drive the sector forward.

Tourism remains an important pillar of our economy, supporting jobs, businesses and livelihoods across our Federation. We will continue working together to build on this progress and ensure that the benefits of a growing tourism industry are felt by our people.

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Greetings,Families across St. Kitts and Nevis continue to feel the effects of a challenging global economic environment,...
20/08/2026

Greetings,

Families across St. Kitts and Nevis continue to feel the effects of a challenging global economic environment, including rising costs and pressures on household budgets. In the face of these realities, we continue to provide practical support to help ease the burden on our people and families.

As part of the 40th Anniversary of Independence Reset, this Labour administration helped thousands of people reconnect their electricity and water, restoring access to these essential services.

We provided relief when families needed it then, and once again, we are stepping forward with new measures to help those who have fallen behind get reconnected and back on track.

Through SKELEC’s Reconnect 15 promotion and the Water Services Department’s reconnection programme, more flexible and manageable options are being made available to help households restore their services.

We encourage everyone who benefits from these measures to play their part, honour their obligations and do their best to remain connected.

This is about understanding the realities people face and providing a helping hand when it is needed, while protecting the sustainability of these essential services for everyone.

We will continue to ease the burden on families, deliver progress and put people first.


I am also incredibly proud of the students of the Elevate Programme who have made history as the first cohort to sit CSE...
19/08/2026

I am also incredibly proud of the students of the Elevate Programme who have made history as the first cohort to sit CSEC examinations through the Elevate CSEC Examination Center.

Their results are encouraging, with five Grade Ones, six Grade Twos and two Grade Threes, along with additional passes.

Importantly, every student who sat English Language and Principles of Business was successful, while Human and Social Biology recorded a 75% pass rate.

But beyond the grades, this achievement speaks to something much greater: the power of opportunity and the value of a second chance. Education must remain a pathway through which people can rebuild, refocus and create a better future for themselves and their families. As a Government, we believe that when we invest in people, meet them where they are and provide meaningful opportunities for personal development, we strengthen our entire society.

Congratulations to every student who stepped forward, committed themselves to the programme and completed this important journey. I also extend my appreciation to the Elevate leadership, tutors, staff and everyone who supported them along the way.

Your past does not have to define your future.
Keep going, keep learning and keep believing in what is possible.

Congratulations to the entire Elevate family!

Congratulations to all of our students receiving their examination results! Be proud of how far you have come, keep beli...
19/08/2026

Congratulations to all of our students receiving their examination results!

Be proud of how far you have come, keep believing in yourselves, and continue moving boldly toward your goals.

Your country is proud of you, and so am I.

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The School Uniform Assistance Programme 2026 is now moving into the next phase to help families prepare our children for...
18/08/2026

The School Uniform Assistance Programme 2026 is now moving into the next phase to help families prepare our children for the new school year.

Parents and guardians, please take note of the approved vendors and ensure that funds are used only for the eligible school uniform items outlined under the programme.

This support is about easing the financial pressure on families while helping our students return to school properly prepared, confident and ready to learn.

This SKNLP-led Government will continue to put practical support where it matters most — in the hands of our people and in the future of our children.

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18/08/2026

Greetings,

When we took office, we discovered that economic-cost support for medical and law students attending The University of the West Indies had been withdrawn.

Many students were struggling, and young people from modest-income households were being denied the opportunity to pursue their dreams simply because their families could not afford the cost.

We recognized this as a grave injustice and acted quickly.

Our administration restored economic-cost support for all eligible UWI students, including those studying medicine and law, ensuring that opportunity is determined by ability and ambition, not financial background.

Every young person deserves a fair chance to succeed.

We remain focused on delivering progress, expanding opportunity and putting people first.


These are challenging times for families everywhere, and St. Kitts and Nevis is not immune to the pressures of rising pr...
18/08/2026

These are challenging times for families everywhere, and St. Kitts and Nevis is not immune to the pressures of rising prices and persistent global inflation.

That is why this SKNLP-led Government continues to act deliberately, responsibly and with people at the centre of every decision.

From increasing the minimum wage and public-sector salaries, to investing in our children through ASPIRE and now providing EC$250 per eligible child through the 2026 Back-to-School Voucher Programme, we are working to ease pressure where we can and help families meet the demands of everyday life.

We may not control the global economic environment, but we can control how we respond to it.

And our response will continue to be one of action, care and support for the people of St. Kitts and Nevis.

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As families prepare for the new school year, This SKNLP-led Government is once again stepping forward with practical sup...
17/08/2026

As families prepare for the new school year, This SKNLP-led Government is once again stepping forward with practical support that makes a real difference!

Through our 2026 Back-to-School Voucher Programme, every eligible child will receive EC$250 to assist with uniforms, school supplies and other essential back-to-school expenses.

We understand the pressures that families continue to face as a result of the current world economic situation — persistent inflation, elevated prices and external economic pressures affecting household budgets. Nonetheless, we remain committed to doing what we can to ease the burden, protect household incomes and ensure that our children are given every opportunity to start the school year prepared and confident.

This is what a caring and responsive Government must do — listen, act and deliver for the people.

Applications are now open and will remain open until December 31, 2026.

Let us continue investing in our children, supporting our families and building a stronger St. Kitts and Nevis together.

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