2023 Laws not yet authenticated through a Commencement Order

Revised Laws of Saint Lucia (2023)

6.   Objectives

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    (1)   The Fund shall be used by the Commission to compensate any telecommunications provider who is required to provide Universal Service or to otherwise promote Universal Service.

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    (2)   In using the Fund to promote universal service the Commission shall:

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      (a)     encourage efficient access to and use of telecommunication networks and services throughout Saint Lucia with special focus on rural, under-served and maritime areas, with a goal to help promote social, educational and economic development;

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      (b)     ensure the reasonable availability and affordability of basic and advanced telecommunications services, including voice telephony and internet access, as well as broadband connectivity over both wired and wireless networks at the community, household and individual levels, particularly where the commercial telecommunications market may be unable to deliver such services in a financially viable manner independently, as well as to the physically challenged, elderly, and indigent communities;

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      (c)     provide support for the introduction and expansion of telecommunications services to schools, health facilities and other organizations serving public needs;

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      (d)     promote technological innovation in the telecommunications sector.