AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFiscal Recovery & Debt: Prime Minister Godwin Friday says Government is moving to restore fiscal stability after Moody’s downgraded St. Vincent and the Grenadines to Caa1, with a negative outlook, warning borrowing will get harder while outlining a recovery plan aimed at stabilising debt and boosting private-sector growth. Cost of Living & Electricity: Friday also told NBC Radio that electricity fuel surcharges would have topped 90¢ without government action, and directed Vinlec not to rush disconnections as families struggle with high bills. CPL Comes to Kingstown: The Republic Bank CPL kicks off Aug. 7 at Arnos Vale with Jamaica Kingsmen vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons, and organisers will stage drone shows before the Aug. 7 and Aug. 9 matches, with fixtures starting 7:15pm. Public Health at the Stadium: CPL will offer free fan health screenings at all eight host venues, including blood pressure, glucose, BMI, urinalysis and PSA tests. Digital Skills for Government: CARDTP ran Moodle platform training for public service stakeholders to strengthen digital learning and capacity building. Fort Charlotte Rehab: Community consultations continue around World Bank-funded Fort Charlotte rehabilitation, with calls for residents in Edinboro to prepare for new opportunities and for the site’s historic integrity to be preserved. Climate Safety: A new piece highlights heat stress risks during El Niño and urges communities to protect each other as August and September bring peak heat.
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