AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoWaste & Public Health: The V.I. Waste Management Authority is stepping up enforcement at public bin sites, warning that illegal dumping and misuse drive overflowing disposal areas, damage infrastructure, raise cleanup costs, boost pests, and harm the environment; fines can reach $1,000, and residents are urged to use designated bins correctly, break down cardboard, secure trash bags, follow signage, report overflowing bins, and never dump hazardous materials. Regional Fisheries & Climate Resilience: CRFM ministers met by teleconference and backed priorities including aquaculture growth, food security, stronger protection against climate and disaster risks through insurance, and continued action against illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing; Anguilla’s Kyle Hodge handed over the ministerial council chair to Antigua’s Randy Baltimore. Tourism Governance & Environment Month: Anguilla’s Tourist Board named Sean Richard as new Chairman effective June 1, as the government pushes stronger tourism oversight; meanwhile St Kitts and Nevis announced Environment Month 2026 (launch June 5, World Earth Day) with clean-ups, youth and school activities, and a Green Expo under a climate action theme. Marine & Tourism Spotlight: Anguilla’s Shoal Bay East was ranked No. 1 in North America and No. 6 worldwide in a best-beaches list, putting a spotlight on the island’s calm, clear waters and protected-feel beach experience.
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