St. Kitts government introduces measures to combat inflation and support citizens, says PM

Prime Minister of St. Kitts Dr. Terrance Drew says his administration has taken decisive action to cushion the impact of inflation on citizens in the twin-island Federation, adding that it introduced innovative measures designed to support households, increase disposable income, and provide essential relief.

Prime Minister Drew told reporters at the first RoundTable this year, in the face of global inflation, no country is excluded, adding they have sought to bring forward policies to ease the difficulties and challenges faced by their people.

This includes increases in salaries, the minimum wage, and the minimum pension amount, as well as substantial subsidies for electricity, water, and social programmes.