AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBVI Electricity Rates Debate: The BVI House approved amendments to the Statutory Rates, Fees and Charges Act to cut the government’s BVIEC subsidy by half, with Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley and Minister Kye Rymer saying it’s about BVIEC’s “financial survival” and avoiding future public bailouts. Food & Business Cost Concerns: Opposition Leader Marlon Penn and Hon Ronnie Skelton warned the tariff change removing the fuel subsidy above 1,500 kWh could hit supermarkets and raise food prices, while Skelton said the formula may drive up bills for small businesses. Water Transfer Fallout: As water and sewerage services move to VIEWCO, Premier Wheatley signaled higher water rates may be needed for viability, and the government denied an amnesty on disputed water bills. VI Women’s Volleyball Breakthrough: The VI Senior Women beat Grenada 3-1 to secure their first ECVA championship win, setting up a match vs Bermuda Saturday. Shipyard Funding: MARAD awarded $35.18M to 45 small shipyards across 24 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands for equipment, upgrades, and workforce training. Food Safety Recall: A Class I recall flagged about 29,628 pounds of raw frozen boneless beef imported into the U.S. without mandatory reinspection, with Caribbean distributors urged to check freezer stock.
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