AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPublic Service Hiring Crunch: Deputy governors and heads of public service from UK Overseas Territories, including Anguilla, met in Bermuda to tackle civil service recruitment problems driven by ageing populations, outward migration and private-sector competition. Marine Conservation Boost: Montserrat joined the UK’s Blue Belt Programme, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone and gaining scientific and technical support—joining Anguilla, Turks & Caicos and Cayman. Tourism Push: Anguilla Tourist Board launched its “Taste. Feel. Live.” summer campaign with the Xcape app to drive year-round visitation and spotlight local food, culture and experiences. Small Business Skills: St. Kitts and Nevis rolled out a second cohort of the Building Bankable Businesses financial literacy programme with the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank, training entrepreneurs on budgeting, planning, record-keeping and banking relationships. ECCU Cost of Money: A banking series argues lending rates across the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union remain high, shaping the region’s “decade of decision” on growth and resilience. Air Connectivity: BermudAir expanded its winter network with new non-stop service to Turks & Caicos (and onward links to Anguilla), aiming to ease regional travel and capture demand.
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