AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPublic Service Hiring Crunch: An international summit in Bermuda laid bare why British Overseas Territories, including Anguilla, are struggling to recruit civil servants—ageing workforces, outward migration, and private-sector competition are driving the shortfall, with a career expo planned to make government roles more attractive. Blue Belt Marine Push: Montserrat officially joined the UK’s Blue Belt Programme, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone and aiming to strengthen marine protected areas, fisheries management, and marine legislation—joining Anguilla, TCI, and the Cayman Islands. Regional Governance & Law: The Cayman Islands hosted the Commons and Overseas Territories Speakers’ Conference, focusing on strengthening legislatures, governance reform, and the role of AI in parliamentary work. Environment Month Partnered: St. Kitts and Nevis launched Environment Month under a climate-action theme tied to its Sustainable Island State Agenda, with the National Bank named an official sustainability partner. Decolonisation Pressure at the UN: The British Virgin Islands urged the UN Special Committee on Decolonisation to use “good offices” and visiting missions to advance the remaining 17 territories toward self-government. Judicial Leadership: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court announced the appointment of Madam Margaret Price Findlay as Chief Justice effective April 9, 2026.
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