AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoBVI Water Relief Dispute: The Virgin Islands government denied agreeing to an amnesty for outstanding or disputed water bills as it transitions water and sewerage services to VIEWCO, with Deputy Premier Julian Fraser telling the House of Assembly there was no promise to forgive debts. Local Economy Support: The BVI government awarded US$165,000 in MSME grants to 18 business owners across Tortola, Virgin Gorda, and for the first time Jost van Dyke, backing start-up and growth costs in sectors like food services, tours, trades, logistics, and senior care. Electricity Rates Clarified: BVIEC said electricity rates will not increase, keeping the fuel subsidy for the first 1,500 kWh monthly while charging unsubsidised fuel costs only on usage above that threshold. International Justice Politics: UK police fears are growing that the Mandelson investigation could stall or collapse because US authorities have not provided unredacted Epstein files needed for the probe. Caribbean Governance & Youth: The OECS Commission unveiled a 2026-2032 Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan with UNICEF support, aiming for a whole-of-the-child approach to protect children across the sub-region.
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