AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBorder & Security Update: The Senate unanimously approved the Advanced Passenger Information and Passenger Name Record Bill 2026, setting a new framework to collect and share traveler data before arrival to strengthen border security. Healthcare Leadership: Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre launched its first six-month Leadership Development Program to build stronger clinical and administrative leadership. Crime Watch: Police reported crime cases fell by 158 year-on-year between January and May, with 260 arrests and many repeat offenders flagged for renewed youth intervention focus. Education & Standards: ABNAB marked 20 years of quality assurance in higher education, while UWI Five Islands Campus received EC$10,000 from the Rotary Club of Antigua for scholarships. Community & Home: HAPPI is building a new eight-bedroom home for a family of nearly 30, with before-and-after photos showing major progress. Youth & Culture: Janica Adams, shaped by tourism and debating, won Junior Minister of Tourism; plus de Alphas, a new three-vocalist band, is bringing fresh energy to Antigua’s music scene. Regional Spotlight: ECCB will host a panel on July 1 marking 50 years of the EC dollar’s fixed peg.
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