AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoConstitution Talks: BVI Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley called the territory’s current governance “abnormal” and argued elected leaders should chair Cabinet and take charge of public service and security as constitutional negotiations with the UK begin. Airport Expansion: Despite UK pushback and public frustration over delays, the BVI Airports Authority has moved ahead with the tender process for the Terrance B Lettsome International Airport west runway extension, with bids due Aug. 31 and a pre-tender site visit set for June 17. Local Governance & Waste: The USVI Senate approved a green waste disposal measure allowing controlled incineration only when other options like shredding, mulching, composting and reuse aren’t available, with added fire-safety and smoke-reduction requirements. Education & Skills: The V.I. Board of Career and Technical Education voted to create an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit to fund trade students and classroom supplies, aiming to cut through budget bottlenecks. Finance & Regulation: BIT secured BVI FSC approval for Matrixport Technologies’ SIBA Investment Business Licence (Category 2) and VASP registration, expanding regulated digital-asset services. Trade & Elections: The Elections System of the Virgin Islands disqualified two prospective 2026 candidates over signature and voter-registration issues ahead of certification deadlines.
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