AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBVI Energy & Water: The BVI House approved amendments to the Statutory Rates, Fees and Charges Act to improve BVIEC’s financial survival, while Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley signalled water rates could rise after the transfer to VIEWCO. Cost of living: Opposition leaders warned electricity changes for high-usage customers could push up supermarket and food prices. Power disruption: A heavy surge knocked out electricity to parts of Tortola, with restoration underway and some areas still expected back soon. Healthcare infrastructure: Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital in Tortola received updated signage via a Building Cleaning and Signage Project between RDA and the Health Services Authority. Tourism access fight: Public outcry grew over a proposal to reserve exclusive morning cruise access to The Baths and Devil’s Bay, limiting public beach use. Capital markets compliance: The SEC ordered capital market operators to cut correspondent banking and restrict dealings tied to North Korea and Iran, echoing FATF-driven anti–money laundering steps. MSME support: The VI government and CDB launched a training series for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises covering business continuity, digital marketing, and financial management. Regional child policy: OECS and UNICEF unveiled a 2026–2032 regional child policy and strategic plan aimed at safer, supported children across the Eastern Caribbean.
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