AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPrime Minister Drew Health Update: St. Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew was admitted to the JNF General Hospital on Aug. 30 with mild discomfort, nausea and a headache, then advised to travel for specialised observation. The Cabinet Secretariat says he has arrived overseas “without incident,” is stable, alert and in good spirits, and is undergoing scheduled diagnostic tests with family present. Acting Government Arrangements: Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Geoffrey Hanley has been named Acting PM under the constitutional order of succession, taking on Finance, Health, Human Resource Management and Social Security, while Garth Wilkin assumes National Security, Citizenship and Immigration to keep services running. Political Unity Calls: Opposition and regional leaders, including PLP leader Dr. Timothy Harris and Nevis Premier Mark Brantley, urged the public to put politics aside and pray for Drew’s recovery. Nevis Geothermal Push: Nevis Geothermal Project cleared a final pre-mobilisation rig inspection in Iceland; drilling is expected to begin within 60 days after shipment. Local Governance & Culture: Nevis Premier Mark Brantley clarified Culturama band payment concerns after reports of boycotts, citing cash-flow limits and non-negotiable terms. Education & Public Service: The Ministry of Education held the Back-to-School ceremony, welcoming new teachers and stressing collaboration and student success. PAM Leadership: PAM elected Dr. Shawn Richards as Political Leader during a special caucus, marking a “new chapter” for the party.
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