AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoClimate & Food Security: Agriculture Minister Lisa Jawahir says climate change is already hitting what Saint Lucians can grow, water availability, fisheries, and ultimately the affordability of nutritious food. Petroleum Prices: The government adjusted retail prices for gasoline, diesel and LPG for Sept 14–Oct 4, citing higher international oil costs, while keeping subsidies to cushion consumers. Port Costs Watch: Tema Port congestion is driving up clinker demurrage bills (millions of dollars), raising fears cement prices could climb. Regional Infrastructure Push: Saint Lucia is among four Eastern Caribbean states now able to request technical help through the RIISE facility to speed up climate-resilient infrastructure delivery. Creative Economy Funding: After a long wait, the Creative Economy Grant Fund has started rolling out, with over 1,000 applications received. Business & Finance: Sheppard Investment Services Ltd joins the ECSE as a member broker-dealer, expanding access to the Eastern Caribbean securities market. Local Jobs: M&C Drugstore St Lucia is hiring a pharmacist. Sports Funding Pressure: Netball Saint Lucia says it can’t afford to travel for the World Cup qualifier, calling for more private sector support.
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