AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPNM Ties: Former St Vincent PM Dr Ralph Gonsalves told PNM meetings at Balisier House he remains firmly aligned with the PNM, while acknowledging friendships in Trinidad’s UNC. Chatham Bay Land Sale: The NDP backed the sale of about 100 acres at Chatham Bay, Union Island, for about EC$54 million, saying biodiversity protections and binding conservation covenants are built in, while proceeds help ease the debt burden. Fiscal Pressure: Parliament heard the government’s deficit narrowed to EC$57.78m (Apr 1–Jul 31, 2026) from EC$125.23m last year, but current revenue fell 10.6% amid a revenue drop linked to reporting delays at Customs. Companies Reform Clash: Opposition Leader Ralph Gonsalves warned the Companies Amendment Bill could trigger global scrutiny and risk blacklisting, while PM Godwin Friday defended the reforms as needed to unlock private investment. Tourism/Flights Dispute: Tourism Minister Kishore Shallow said SVG owes JetBlue over EC$10m under a 2024-era agreement, and faced questions after Delta ended its Atlanta–Argyle nonstop service. Cost-of-Living Relief: Cabinet extended the 90-day relief package, keeping major fuel and electricity-related tax reductions. Education & Schools: CXC results were temporarily withheld due to discrepancies at two schools; meanwhile Sandy Bay residents were consulted on the permanent home for the new secondary school. Reefs & Agriculture: Rare staghorn coral was reported off Battowia, and farmers received soil-health and climate-resilient agricultural kits.
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