AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoJuvenile justice in the spotlight: Tortola social commentator Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline says the British Virgin Islands is “hand-tying” magistrates because there’s no juvenile detention centre and no recovery programmes for minors, calling for a reset in priorities. Local business loss: The BVI Chamber of Commerce mourns the “senseless” killing of respected entrepreneur Kai de Castro, urging the community to stand in solidarity with his family and business partners. Youth skills gap: Dr Arlene L. Smith-Thompson warns that the TVET Council has not been functioning for over 20 years, leaving young people feeling marginalised and widening the gap between what schools teach and what industry needs. Regional connectivity: Tradewind Aviation opened reservations for added seasonal Caribbean flights through Spring 2027, including Virgin Gorda, Tortola and Anguilla. St. Thomas cruise upgrade: WICO says dredging is planned to fix a “depth problem” at Havensight so it can handle larger ships safely, with work starting September 2026. Public safety and health: A nationwide FDA Class II recall was issued for subpotent Levothyroxine tablets, while sargassum continues to be flagged as a growing Caribbean beach hazard.
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