AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBiMPay Fixes: Barbados’ Central Bank says it’s working “around the clock” to resolve early BiMPay problems, including delayed salary payments and delayed transfers, while urging banks to improve token access, spending limits, and prompt posting of funds. Media & Democracy: Home Affairs and Information Minister Gregory Nicholls tells BARJAM Government will modernise the media framework and stresses that professional journalism is vital as misinformation, disinformation and AI complicate reporting. Reparations Push: The CARICOM Reparations Commission heads to the UK (July 13–16) for meetings with diplomats, academics and civil society, plus a UK Parliament presentation, led by Sir Hilary Beckles and including Barbados’ Ambassador David Comissiong. Police Reform: Barbados Police Service restructuring is underway to boost frontline officers, modernise case management, and strengthen community policing, with a digital transformation focus for intelligence-led work. Housing-Crime Link: Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley links housing access to crime prevention, warning that lack of homes can fuel intergenerational poverty and criminality. Legion Support: The Barbados Legion renews its call for public support for veterans and their families, as it marks its 69th anniversary. Disability Employment: CPDC’s Richard Jones calls disabled joblessness “a crisis,” arguing exclusion from work is a development failure and economic loss.
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