AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCARIFTA Hosting Shake-Up: St. Kitts and Nevis has withdrawn its bid to host the 2027 CARIFTA Games, clearing the way for Guyana to stage next year’s championships, while Barbados secured the 2028 hosting rights after CARICOM Heads of Government accepted both bids. EU Visa Pressure on CBI: The EU has given five Eastern Caribbean states, including Grenada, until June 1, 2028 to end citizenship-by-investment or face loss of visa-free access, and leaders say they’ll coordinate a high-level mission to Brussels. Health System Concerns: A St. George’s General Hospital nurse has raised serious complaints about some Cuban doctors recruited by government, alleging a “Cuban racket” involving patient charges and misuse of hospital resources. Public Safety Call: An ex-prisoner is urging a stronger police presence ahead of carnival, saying visible patrols and roadblocks used to deter crime. Courtroom Win for Bristol: Former AG Jimmy Bristol, KC, scored a major legal victory after a ruling said Court of Appeal Justice Eddy Ventose’s appointment was unconstitutional. Food Security Boost: Bagatelle Primary and Soufriere Primary schools are set to benefit from the EU-funded “Cultivating Futures” project, aimed at strengthening regional food systems. Energy Progress: CARDI launched its Agricultural Research and Innovation Symposium, while Grenada also moves ahead with development planning and energy projects like battery storage support.
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