AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoElection Petition in Focus: Prime Minister Godwin Friday says he’s “very, very upbeat” as the High Court election petition against his eligibility and Foreign Minister Dwight Bramble’s reaches its halfway mark, with the case centring on dual citizenship and constitutional eligibility. Constitutional Stakes: Attorney Jomo Thomas warns that if the court finds ineligibility, an appeal is likely and the Court of Appeal would deliver the final word—potentially reshaping who can sit in Parliament and serve in government. Legal Process & Police Transparency: The police PR department explains why certain court-related information must be disclosed, while also noting exceptions to protect fair trial rights. Public Safety Training: Corporal Joel Williams completed a week-long regional firearms tracing course in El Salvador, aimed at improving investigations into gun trafficking. Governance Continuity: The OPM pushes back on reports claiming Friday isn’t performing duties, saying he is in-country and acting protocols only apply when he is overseas. Regional Diplomacy: OECS moves forward on the Eastern Caribbean Liaison Service transition after Canada meetings. Sports & Culture: Bequia’s 24th basketball tournament returns Aug. 1–30, and calypso newcomer Chanique Bailey wins the Vincy Mas Calypso Crown.
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