AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPolice accountability: A new commentary calls for the return of stronger legal safeguards after claims of brutal police abuse, arguing “there is no justice without police accountability” and pointing to the removal of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE). Women’s sports: Women’s rugby is set for a big spotlight at the Garrison Savannah with four teams in action Saturday, as the sport pushes for more female participation. Tragic school loss: A St. Vincent Girls’ High School student, Morica DaSilva, died of stage 4 cancer on her graduation day. Entertainment & culture: Vincy Mas continues to build star power with a surprise special appearance by soca icon Machel Montano at RISE Vincy Mas Wednesday, July 1. Creative rights: “Get Rid Ah Dem” copyright payments have finally been made after a long dispute, with lawyer Franklyn Max E. Edwards urging artistes to register their work. Mental health services: SVG has appointed a Cuban psychiatrist to fill a long-standing gap at the Mental Health Rehabilitation Centre. Regional arts honours: The SVG Calypsonians Association will honour veteran performers during Vincy Mas 2026. Sports teams: SVG’s senior men’s basketball squad has been named for upcoming regional action.
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