AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoUSVI Governance & Economy: Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. met horsemen groups, the Virgin Islands Horse Racing Commission and Southland Gaming to address concerns over a proposed St. Croix racetrack rebuild and a territory-wide horse racing framework, with legislation previously sent to the 36th Legislature. BVI Business & Workforce Policy: Premier Natalio Wheatley says the British Virgin Islands will remove visas for work permit holders in the coming weeks to improve the investment climate and help employers fill vacancies faster. VI Consumer Watch: A St. Croix “Consumer Corner” report alleges shrinkflation is hitting grocery shelves quietly, pointing to Sabra hummus downsizing while shelf prices stay high. Education & Skills: H. Lavity Stoutt Community College received accreditation to launch internationally accredited four-year degree programmes, including a Bachelor of Arts in Education, starting locally. Energy & Safety: BVIEC urged anyone using heavy equipment near electrical infrastructure to contact the utility first after recent incidents damaged lines and disrupted service. BVI Legal & Talent Pipeline: Appleby BVI says its first Appleby BVI Legal Scholarship recipient, Akeya Herbert, has been called to the Bar and sworn in as a barrister of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court. Tourism & Regional Media: CTO and TEMPO Networks announced a 20-year partnership expansion to boost Caribbean tourism storytelling through digital, social and broadcast collaboration. BVI/VI Public Policy: Premier Wheatley announced a Virgin Islands Decolonisation Commission will be established later in 2026, with constitutional negotiations with the UK set to begin in July.
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