AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPolice Politics Clash: Opposition Leader Ralph Gonsalves is blasting a planned fast-track promotion in the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force, calling it “absolutely unacceptable” and warning it will deepen politicisation—especially because Inspector Brenton Smith is set to jump ranks to assistant commissioner. Public Safety Debate: Gonsalves is also pushing back on the idea of police stationed in schools to curb violence, arguing it needs a national conversation, not a heavy-handed fix. Tourism Push: The government’s six-month “Love SVG” campaign is underway, targeting 100 priority upgrades before the 2026/27 season. Rights & Reparations: ERAO SVG has launched a national call for reparations for LGBT Vincentians amid ongoing legal and protections gaps. Regional Watch: Caribbean countries are preparing for a June 15 deadline to access a US$250M climate loss-and-damage grant facility, after a Barbados workshop. Sports Spotlight: In the BVI, hosts are in the semis of the 3X3 ANOECS U23 tournament after a rebound win over St Lucia.
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