AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoHealthcare & Risk Screening: New research says the breast cancer referral method used by GPs and the NHS criteria can miss up to 95% of women under 50 who will develop the disease in the next 10 years, with Cambridge’s BOADICEA tool flagging far more cases. National Infrastructure (Montserrat): The Ministry of Health has opened a public consultation to help residents and the diaspora suggest a name for Montserrat’s new national hospital, with submissions due by Sept 3 and a committee to select a final, non-divisive option. Air Connectivity (Montserrat): Winair met Montserrat’s leadership to explore strengthening Caribbean air links, building on its existing St. Maarten connection and looking at more cooperation opportunities. Culture as an Economic Engine: Montserrat-born music producer Eddie Prynze Duberry-Allen argues Caribbean artistes and governments must “professionalize” the sector through IP management, contract skills, digital marketing, and creative business training. OECS Trade Policy: OECS, UNCTAD and ECLAC wrapped up work to improve evidence-based services trade policymaking by boosting services statistics through TiSSTAT. Energy Prices (ECCU): ECCB data shows Antigua and Barbuda recorded the lowest July gas and diesel prices in the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union, while Montserrat’s gasoline and diesel were among the higher-priced. Broadcast & Community: Franklyn ‘Algie’ Greaves is launching “Strat Talk” on ZJB Radio Montserrat, a non-political weekly programme focused on culture, heritage and development discussions.
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