AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBVI Health Services Authority Leadership: Cabinet has approved Bevis A. Sylvester as the new Chair of the BVIHSA Board, pending House of Assembly approval, with a three-year term starting Sept. 7, 2026. Water & Utilities Management: Newly appointed Water and Sewerage Department Director Lyndon Hodge says he’ll push stronger leadership and accountability as the government moves toward placing water and electricity services under a single statutory corporation. Health & Consumer Safety: U.S. regulators issued recalls for nearly 234,000 Amazon-sold heated blankets/heating pads and magnetic toys after burn reports and child hospitalizations. Mining/Industry Finance: Aura Minerals announced a $200 million syndicated loan facility to support supplier payments and production-related costs as it ramps up output. Agriculture Protection: The BVI Department of Agriculture and Fisheries renewed warnings over roaming dogs attacking livestock, citing ongoing injuries and losses to farmers. Local Business Access to Capital: Virgin Islands small businesses are being urged to join a Federal Reserve credit survey amid continued access-to-capital concerns. Trusts & Estates Recognition: Virgin Islands trusts and estates lawyer Christopher J. McKenzie won STEP’s Lifetime Achievement Award for long-term contributions to the sector. Marine Jobs Debate: Labour and Workforce Development defended efforts to give Virgin Islanders first preference in the marine industry amid complaints locals are being overlooked.
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