AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPolice & Governance: The Government says it will not interfere in the police investigation involving Housing Minister Richard Frederick, after he was detained for questioning and later released, stressing respect for police independence and the rule of law. Fire Safety: Investigators have ruled out arson in the March 6 Computer World fire in Bois D’Orange, citing no evidence of deliberate setting despite challenges from lithium-ion batteries. Tourism & Trade: New CTO data show Saint Lucia saw a steep 15.9% year-on-year drop in European stayover arrivals in Q1, with 22,073 visitors from Europe, the largest decline among Caribbean destinations for the quarter. Consumer Protection: Saint Lucia is launching a Consumer Connect Platform to speed up how people get information and file complaints across key consumer and regulatory agencies. Regional Economy & Policy: Saint Lucia takes the CARICOM chairmanship (July 1–Dec 31) with a people-centred agenda, while CARICOM Day messaging highlights renewal amid climate, food/energy and security pressures. Security: Police report homicides up 25% year-to-date, with firearms behind most killings.
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