Statutory Authority
- Emergency Powers Act 5 of 1995
Provided NEMO with the power to commandeer resources during a state of emergency.
- Disaster Preparedness and Response Act 13 of 2000
Consolidated and placed in law the actions of NEMO.
- Cabinet Conclusion 1149/96
Authorised the National Emergency Response Plan for Saint Lucia.
- Disaster Management Act No. 30 of 2006
Replaced Disaster Preparedness and Response Act of 2000.
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