AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMedical Tragedy: Police are investigating the death of senior surgeon Dr. Subbiah Radhakrishnan (Dr. Krishnan), found unresponsive outside his Belmont home on June 12; authorities have not confirmed the cause. Accountability in Justice: PM Gaston Browne says the DPP should explain controversial prosecutorial decisions to maintain public confidence, pushing back on claims that the office need not justify discretion. Education Push: Browne says about 130 people have signed up for the UWI Five Islands Campus’ new law programme, and proposes expanding the windfall tax beyond banks to help fund education. Tourism and Investment: Browne reports $6.5m in a tax settlement with Sandals, outlines $13.5m upgrades for Jolly Beach Resort, and says Club Med and TUI are interested in acquiring Jolly Beach; he also says construction is underway at Willoughby Bay. Local Development: Government plans to rebuild Keeling Point Pier and is advancing “Peace Beach” at Barnacle Point for public recreation, marine learning and conflict resolution. Jobs and Work Permits: Cabinet tightens work permit rules, requiring employers to show genuine efforts to hire qualified nationals first. Barbuda Land Enforcement: Cabinet warns illegal structures in Barbuda could be demolished as land registry work continues. Youth and Culture: 23 young people are selected for the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Forum taskforce, and the Culture Department announces training for Soca and Calypso adjudicators ahead of Carnival.
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