Information obtained by investigative reporters indicates that an environmental health situation is reportedly developing at the Economic Planning Division, located on the second floor of the Financial Complex in Kingstown. According to documentation made available to our news personnel, environmental testing was performed at the government facility on May 27, 2026, by a private testing firm based in Villa.
The findings of the purported assessment indicate that mold contamination was detected across the entire second floor of the building, with the highest concentration levels reportedly recorded within the employee lunchroom area. The administrative level in question accommodates approximately 62 public officers, comprising staff members assigned to both the Statistics Department and the Economics Department.
Reports regarding the handling of the environmental evaluation suggest that the testing document was not formally disseminated or reviewed among the general staff. Consequently, employees have expressed growing apprehension over workplace safety conditions, with several workers reportedly requiring multiple medical consultations and doctor visits for symptoms purportedly associated with environmental exposure.
Furthermore, the designated lunchroom facility has reportedly rendered daily dining routine problematic, leaving personnel struggling to identify suitable alternative dining locations during work hours.
Attempts by reporters to secure official clarification from relevant administrative personnel regarding the status of the facility and remedial protocols proved futile prior to publication.
While several affected public officers acknowledged experiencing health concerns, individuals declined to provide formal on-the-record statements, citing apprehension regarding potential workplace repercussions or confidentiality obligations.
The publication will continue to track this developing story as official statements or additional verified documentation become available.
