AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoNational Hospital Naming: The Ministry of Health has opened a public consultation (Aug 21–Sept 3) asking residents and the diaspora to suggest a name for Montserrat’s new national hospital, with submissions reviewed by a naming committee and a final decision announced publicly. Air Connectivity Talks: Winair met with Premier Reuben T. Meade and Permanent Secretary Camille Thomas-Gerald to explore strengthening Montserrat’s Caribbean air links, building on its key connection to St. Maarten. Culture & Development on ZJB: Former ZJB broadcaster Franklyn “Algie” Greaves launches “Strat Talk” on Aug 22, a weekly, non-political programme focused on Montserrat’s culture, heritage, and development. Creative Economy Push: Music producer Eddie Prynze Duberry-Allen argues “Culture is Currency,” urging Caribbean artistes and governments to professionalize the sector through training, intellectual property skills, and better creative business systems. Regional Policy Moves (OECS): OECS unveiled a Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032 with UNICEF support, and also wrapped up an initiative to improve evidence-based services trade policymaking. Fuel Price Snapshot (ECCU): ECCB data for July shows Montserrat among the higher-priced ECCU gasoline and diesel markets, while Antigua and Barbuda recorded the lowest. Youth Football: The Bahamas U14 beat Montserrat 5–0 in the CFU U14 Challenge Series, with Dirk Simmons scoring again.
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