AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPublic Health & Sports: The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) is rolling out free health screenings at all eight host venues this season, with fans able to get blood pressure, glucose, BMI, urinalysis and PSA checks—aimed at early detection of non-communicable diseases. Social Protection: Saint Lucia has officially launched its EC$1,000 Newborn Grant Programme for eligible babies born on or after August 1, 2026, with birth registration required within six months to qualify. Energy Costs: Despite a 9.4% jump in global crude prices, Saint Lucia kept retail fuel and LPG prices unchanged for Aug 3–Aug 23, maintaining gasoline/diesel at EC$16.75 per imperial gallon and LPG cylinder rates including EC$34 for the 20-pound size. Renewables Funding: IRENA opened a funding call for renewable energy projects across Central America and the Caribbean, including Saint Lucia, prioritizing proposals submitted before September 1. Business Leadership: Tributes continue after the passing of Evaristus Jn Marie, former chairman of East Caribbean Financial Holding and Bank of Saint Lucia. Regional Economic Justice: CARICOM Chair and Saint Lucia PM Philip J. Pierre used Emancipation Day to press for economic empowerment, youth opportunity and reparatory justice.
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