AGP Executive Report

Defamation Case: Thomas “Eddy” Kelly was reportedly awarded EC$341,250 in his case against Lyndon Webster. The outlet reporting the award says it has not seen the final written judgment, so the court’s findings and any appeal remain unclear. Regional Health Policy: OECS Director General Didacus Jules urged member governments, including Anguilla, to set their own health priorities rather than rely on donor-led projects. Statistics and Governance: Anguilla is hosting CARICOM’s statistical meetings for the first time. Deputy Secretary-General Armstrong Alexis called for reliable, comparable data to guide policy, planning and development funding.

Regional Health Policy: OECS Director General Didacus Jules urged member governments, including Anguilla, to take greater control of health priorities, arguing that donor-led projects can leave small ministries serving partners instead of patients. Data and Governance: Anguilla hosted CARICOM’s regional statistical meetings for the first time, where Deputy Secretary-General Armstrong Alexis called for stronger, comparable data to guide policy, development planning and funding decisions. BVI Leadership Debate: Commentator Claude Skelton Cline says he told Mark Vanterpool he would not back his bid to become Premier, arguing the office should be held by someone of Virgin Islands ancestry; Vanterpool’s family has roots in Anguilla.

Regional Policy: Anguilla is hosting CARICOM’s statistical meetings for the first time, with regional officials reviewing census preparations, statistical priorities and ways to put reliable data to better use in policymaking. CARICOM Deputy Secretary-General Armstrong Alexis urged governments to share expertise and strengthen regional data systems, saying sound statistics can support development planning and funding efforts. Public Safety: Anguilla was named the Caribbean’s safest destination for 2026 in a crime-rate ranking, but the UK government warns of a recent rise in serious gang-related gun crime and robbery, while noting tourist areas face lower risk. Tourism Strategy: The Anguilla Tourist Board is pushing to grow the UK market, pitching the island’s luxury stays and experiences to 200 travel advisers at a London event as it seeks to turn industry ties into bookings and local economic benefits.

Regional Policy: CARICOM Deputy Secretary-General Armstrong Alexis called for stronger use of statistics in Caribbean policymaking as regional statisticians met in Anguilla. The week’s agenda includes 2030 census preparations and priorities for 2026–27. BVI Politics: Commentator Claude Skelton Cline says he opposed Mark Vanterpool’s bid to become Premier because he believes the office should be reserved for someone of Virgin Islander ancestry. Vanterpool’s family has roots in Anguilla, and the issue has stirred debate in the BVI. Tourism Strategy: Anguilla’s Tourist Board used a London event to pitch the island’s luxury offerings to 200 travel advisers, aiming to build U.K. partnerships and bring more visitors.

BVI Leadership Debate: Commentator Claude Skelton Cline says he told Mark Vanterpool he would not back his bid to become Premier, arguing the role should be reserved for someone of Virgin Islander ancestry. Vanterpool’s family has roots in Anguilla, but the dispute is part of a sensitive debate in the British Virgin Islands. Regional Governance: Anguilla is hosting CARICOM’s statistical meetings for the first time, bringing regional officials together to coordinate census work and improve data for government planning. Tourism Strategy: The Anguilla Tourist Board pitched the island to 200 travel professionals in London, seeking to build luxury-market partnerships and interest among U.K. visitors.

Tourism Outreach: The Anguilla Tourist Board took its luxury travel pitch to London, where Deputy Director Chantelle Richardson presented the island to 200 travel professionals at Virtuoso On Tour. The push aims to turn new and existing advisor relationships into bookings and economic benefits. Regional Governance: Anguilla is set to host CARICOM’s statistical meetings for the first time on October 26. Regional officials will discuss census coordination, research and data development—work that supports government planning and evidence-based policy. Enforcement: The Crown Land Unit led a multi-agency enforcement exercise in Five Cays, highlighting ongoing government action on crown land.

Regional Cooperation: Anguilla is set to host CARICOM’s annual statistical meetings on October 26 for the first time. Regional officials will discuss census coordination, research and data development—work that supports government planning and policy. Tourism and Trade: The Anguilla Tourist Board used Virtuoso On Tour London to present the island to 200 luxury travel advisors, building U.K. partnerships and pursuing new bookings. Land Enforcement: Anguilla’s Crown Land Unit led a multi-agency enforcement exercise in Five Cays, underscoring government action on crown land.

Tourism Strategy: The Anguilla Tourist Board took its U.K. luxury-market push to Virtuoso On Tour London, presenting the island to 200 travel professionals and aiming to turn new and existing relationships into bookings and economic benefits. Regional Governance: Anguilla is hosting CARICOM’s annual statistical meetings for the first time on October 26. Regional officials will discuss census coordination, research and data development—work that supports government planning and policymaking. Land Enforcement: Anguilla’s Crown Land Unit led a multi-agency enforcement exercise in Five Cays, highlighting continued government action on public land.

Regional Cooperation: Anguilla will host CARICOM’s annual statistical meetings on October 26, the first time the island has hosted the gathering. Regional officials will coordinate work on censuses, research and data—information governments rely on for planning and public policy. Tourism Strategy: Deputy Director of Tourism Chantelle Richardson presented Anguilla’s offerings to 200 travel professionals at Virtuoso On Tour London, as the Tourist Board advances UK market priorities for 2027 and seeks to turn trade ties into bookings and economic benefits.

Tourism Strategy: The Anguilla Tourist Board stepped up its UK outreach at Virtuoso On Tour London, where Deputy Director of Tourism Chantelle Richardson presented the island to 200 travel professionals. The board aims to turn those connections into bookings and economic benefits. Regional Cooperation: Anguilla is set to host CARICOM’s annual statistical meetings for the first time on October 26. Regional officials will discuss census coordination, research and data development—work that supports government planning and resource decisions. Digital Services: A locally developed platform now lets residents and visitors book and pay online for licensed taxi and chauffeur transfers. Anguilla’s tourism director says it could help transport operators reach more customers.

Tourism Strategy: The Anguilla Tourist Board strengthened UK luxury travel ties at Virtuoso On Tour London, where Deputy Director of Tourism Chantelle Richardson presented the island to 200 travel professionals as the board advances its 2027 market priorities. Regional Governance: Anguilla will host CARICOM’s statistical technical meetings for the first time on October 26, bringing regional officials together on census coordination, data development and statistics for evidence-based policymaking. Public Finances: Anguilla’s .ai domain has become a major economic asset, reportedly generating hundreds of millions of dollars a year. The report says Premier Cora Richardson Hodge’s administration is benefiting from the domain’s growing global value.

Regional Governance: Anguilla will host CARICOM’s annual statistical meetings for the first time on October 26, bringing regional officials together to coordinate census work, research and data development. As a CARICOM Associate Member, the island’s hosting role highlights its place in regional cooperation; reliable statistics also help governments plan services and allocate resources. Digital Economy: Anguilla’s .ai domain is generating hundreds of millions of dollars a year, according to a recent report, creating a major economic opportunity for the island and its government.

.ai Revenue: Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge says domain registrations brought in EC$244 million (about US$90 million) in the year to August—91% of the annual forecast—with proceeds supporting Anguilla’s sovereign wealth fund. Technology Minister José Vanterpool says September sales rose despite concern over Donald Trump’s push to rename artificial intelligence. Tourism Development: Anguilla will host the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s first Sports Tourism Summit on Aug. 12–14, 2027, bringing regional leaders together to explore how sporting events can boost tourism and local economic opportunities. International Standing: Anguilla remains on the EU’s list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes in the latest update. Tourism Recognition: The island won the 2026 World Travel Awards’ Caribbean titles for Leading Culinary Destination and Leading Luxury Island Destination.

Tourism Development: Anguilla will host the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s first Sports Tourism Summit from Aug. 12–14, 2027, bringing regional officials and industry leaders together to explore how sports can attract visitors and support local communities. Digital Innovation: A locally developed platform now lets residents and visitors book and pay online for licensed taxi and chauffeur services, with the Anguilla Tourist Board backing its potential benefits for operators and customers. Public Finances: Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge says .ai registrations generated EC$244 million through August—91% of the year’s forecast—with revenue supporting the island’s sovereign wealth fund; officials say September sales rose after US President Donald Trump’s proposed terminology shift. International Standing: Anguilla remains on the EU’s tax blacklist, alongside seven other jurisdictions, in the Council’s latest update. The island also won 2026 World Travel Awards for leading Caribbean culinary destination and luxury island destination.

.ai Revenue: Anguilla’s government says .ai registrations remain strong despite debate over the term “artificial intelligence.” Revenue reached EC$244 million (about US$90 million) through August—91% of the annual forecast—and helps fund the island’s sovereign wealth fund and disaster resilience. Tourism Strategy: Anguilla will host the CTO’s first Sports Tourism Summit on Aug. 12–14, 2027, focused on attracting sports travel and bringing more benefits to local communities. International Standing: Anguilla remains on the EU’s tax blacklist, according to the Council’s latest update.

Digital Economy: Anguilla’s .ai domain income reached EC$244 million (US$90 million) in the year to August, 91% of the annual forecast. Technology Minister José Vanterpool said sales rose in September despite concern over US President Donald Trump’s push to rename artificial intelligence. Tourism and Technology: A locally developed service now lets residents and visitors book and pay online for licensed taxi and chauffeur transfers. Anguilla will also host the CTO’s first Sports Tourism Summit in August 2027, focused on turning sporting events into visitor spending and local opportunities. International Affairs: Anguilla remains on the EU’s tax blacklist in the bloc’s latest update. Regional Security: Anguillian police officers joined instructors from other British Overseas Territories in Bermuda for firearms training aimed at supporting mutual aid across the region.