AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoParliament & Public Service Tensions: Deputy Speaker Dr Aiyna Ali rejected an Opposition motion to refer Speaker Jagdeo Singh to the Privileges Committee, keeping the pharma-inquiry dispute in the spotlight. Labour Update: CPO gave the PSA four weeks to respond to a backpay settlement offer worth $3.8b, with a proposed 10% increase and COLA consolidation. Health & Safety: Health Minister Dr Rishad Seecharan said T&T’s alcohol problem is worsening, citing STEP survey drops in abstinence and rises in binge drinking. School Violence: Police are investigating a viral Chaguanas beating of a 14-year-old; three students face extended indefinite suspension as parents and community leaders are urged to help drive “psychosocial change.” Justice in the Samaroo case: Warrants were issued for Kaia Sealy over the January 20 St Augustine shooting—manslaughter and shooting-with-intent charges—while Joshua Samaroo’s father calls it a “lie.” HIV Support: PAHO/WHO handed over advanced HIV testing and treatment supplies to strengthen care for serious infections. Wellness Culture: T&T’s Red Force ended a 20-year regional four-day drought, and the Caribbean Global Youth Awards 2026 will honour young leaders in Saint Lucia on June 6.
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