AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoViolence Update: A 24-year-old man, Mitchel Jean, was fatally shot in Barre, St. Joseph on Friday night, pushing Saint Lucia’s homicide count to 36 as police investigate and ask for public tips. Fuel & Cost of Living: Gasoline and diesel prices rise from $16.00 to $16.75 per imperial gallon, with kerosene up to $10.41, as Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre links the change to higher global oil costs while noting LPG subsidies keep cooking gas prices steady. Hurricane Season Prep: With the 2026 Atlantic season underway, Pierre urged residents to prepare now—harvest water, secure homes, and follow NEMO guidance—warning against complacency. Judicial Leadership: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court welcomed new Chief Justice Margaret Price Findlay, effective April 9, overseeing ECSC operations across OECS member states including Saint Lucia. Health Watch: World No Tobacco Day focus turns to youth vaping and nicotine products, with health officials stepping up education efforts. Sports & Culture: Julien Alfred and Melissa Jefferson-Wooden headline a Rome 200m showdown; meanwhile, 80 songs advanced to the Soca Monarch quarterfinals and Carellie Jazz 2026 closed out the festival season.
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