ROSEAU, DOMINICA, JUNE 18, 2025-The Government of Dominica has issued a statement about the collapse concrete roof of the Dominica Grammar School (DGS) that occurred on Monday, June 16, 2025.
In that statement, Acting Prime Minister Denise Charles-Pemberton states that the Government of Dominica views the collapse of the concrete roof at the Dominica Grammar School construction site on Monday, June 16, 2025, as a matter of “grave concern” and is addressing it with “the highest level of urgency and seriousness.”
“We are thankful that the incident caused no injuries,” she stated.
“On Tuesday, June 17, 2025, the Cabinet decided on the following measures to ensure a thorough and transparent response, with the safety of students and staff as our top priority,” the acting Prime Minister said.
Ø An independent investigation will be conducted to determine the cause of the structural failure. An engineering firm will be engaged to carry out a comprehensive assessment and submit a detailed report to the Government.
Ø All other structures currently under construction at the site will be thoroughly inspected to assess their structural integrity and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Ø Construction activities have been ordered suspended with immediate effect while the investigation is ongoing.
Ø A joint team from the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Public Works has been tasked with overseeing the process and ensuring that all necessary corrective actions are implemented.
The well-being of the students, teachers, and staff of the Dominica Grammar School is the Government’s paramount concern, and we will make no compromise in ensuring their safety and protection.
She ended by stating that “the Government of Dominica will provide further updates as the investigation progresses and additional information becomes available.”