AGP Executive Report

High Court Ruling on Public Contracting: Grenada’s High Court ordered the Government to pay former Head of Rural Development Byron L.J. Campbell EC$47,236 plus interest after finding his contract termination was wrongful, in a case that highlighted risks when public officers and consultants work under unclear or incomplete arrangements. Woodford Development Legal Threat: A Grenada community group, the Woodford Environmental Alliance for Community Transformation, has warned the Planning and Development Authority it may seek judicial review over the Rayneau Development, alleging environmental harm, health risks, and breaches of planning safeguards. Tourism Meets Health Security: Grenada officially launched its Tourism and Health Program with CARPHA support, aiming to strengthen visitor-based surveillance and infectious disease prevention across hotels and vessels. Mental Health Push: The government says a National Suicide Prevention Hotline is expected to be operational by end of June, as officials report 5 suicides so far in 2026 versus 3 in the first five months of 2025. Regional Governance Watch: Transparency International’s latest Corruption Perceptions Index again places Haiti at the bottom of the Caribbean table, while several other islands rank higher. Judicial Leadership in the Region: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court announced Margaret Price Findlay’s appointment as Chief Justice effective April 9, 2026.

Regional Governance & Corruption: Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index ranks Haiti at the bottom in the Caribbean, while Barbados, The Bahamas and St. Vincent and the Grenadines lead the region—another reminder that public trust and accountability remain political priorities. Tourism + Health Security: Grenada officially launched its Tourism and Health Program with CARPHA support, training hotels and vessels on visitor-based surveillance and infectious disease prevention. Mental Health Access: Grenada’s Lower House heard that a National Suicide Prevention Hotline is expected to go live by end-June, as officials cite rising suicide concerns in 2026. Opposition Politics: The NNP says it will “complete every single promise” and targets tax relief on water and electricity, while party convention results elevate Adrian Joseph’s slate in St George North-west. Public Service Scrutiny: A retired senior officer alleges police mishandled investigations into two major Grenada cases, including the death of ex-Senator Neilon Franklyn. Visa + Business Links: Grenada will grant visa-free entry to Nigerian entrepreneurs and professionals starting July, aiming to deepen trade and investment ties. Regional Diplomacy: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell met Canada’s Mark Carney to discuss cooperation on sustainability, security, commerce and energy. Judicial Leadership: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court confirmed Margaret Price Findlay as its new Chief Justice, effective April 9, 2026.

Tourism & Health Push: Grenada officially launched its Tourism and Health Program (THP) with CARPHA support, aiming to strengthen visitor-based surveillance, hotel and vessel registration, and infectious disease prevention through the Tourism and Health Information System (THiS). Public Safety & Justice Scrutiny: A retired senior police officer says police handling of two major cases—ex-senator Neilon Franklyn’s suspicious death and an alleged murder involving a British national—fell short before a coroner’s inquest was ordered, raising questions about investigation quality. Opposition Politics: The NNP says it will “complete every single promise” and pledges tax reductions on water and electricity, while party convention results reshuffled key executive roles, keeping Keith Mitchell dominant. Mental Health Hotline: Government announced a National Suicide Prevention Hotline expected to go live by end of June, amid reported increases in suicides in 2026. Regional Mobility Costs: A CDB report highlights traffic congestion as a development, public health, and climate issue across the Caribbean, with major productivity losses. Regional Governance: Canada’s PM Mark Carney met Grenada’s Dickon Mitchell, discussing cooperation on sustainability, security, commerce, and energy. Visa & Travel Policy: A Grenada-linked report says visa-free entry for Nigerian entrepreneurs and professionals begins in July, easing business travel and investment exploration.

Visa & mobility: Grenada’s visa-free entry for Nigerian entrepreneurs and professionals is set to begin in July, aiming to deepen business, education, and investment links between the two countries. Tourism push: Grenada has laid out an ambitious 12–24 month tourism agenda, focusing on product upgrades at major sites, better visitor access and safety, stronger digital marketing, and expanded community tourism. Public transport funding: The Grenada Transport Commission says EC$1.7 million was invested in public transport support via the Fuel Tax Rebate Programme and Western Bus Passenger Relief, with further duty-free concessions for bus parts and tyres in the final stages. Mental health: Grenada plans to launch a National Suicide Prevention Hotline by end of June, as officials cite rising suicide concerns in 2026. Regional governance: Senator Gloria Ann Thomas has been elected Vice President of the Inter-American Commission of Women’s Steering Committee, marking Grenada’s return to leadership after more than four decades. Regional courts: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court announced Margaret Price Findlay as Chief Justice effective April 9, 2026.

Grenada Visa Policy & Business Access: Grenada has opened visa-free entry for Nigerian entrepreneurs, professionals and investors starting July, aiming to deepen trade, education and tourism links and create a new Africa–Caribbean business corridor. Regional Governance & Justice: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court named Her Ladyship Madam Margaret Price Findlay as Chief Justice effective April 9, 2026—an OECS-wide leadership change with implications for rule of law and access to justice. Grenada in Regional Women’s Leadership: Senator Gloria Ann Thomas was elected Vice President of the Inter-American Commission of Women steering committee, marking Grenada’s return to leadership after more than four decades. Public Health & Food Policy: Caribbean health leaders and partners urged faster, evidence-based healthy food policies to tackle the region’s NCD crisis, citing slow progress since the 2007 CARICOM NCD declaration. Tourism Diplomacy: Caribbean tourism ministers and officials gathered in New York for Caribbean Week 2026, with Grenada among the delegations pushing a unified push for market share and “infinite experiences.” Accountability & Governance Debate: A commentary piece argues that public office should not be a license for personal enrichment, pointing to corruption convictions in the wider region as a test of whether deterrence will reach home.

Visa Policy & Trade: Grenada is set to grant visa-free entry to Nigerian entrepreneurs, professionals and investors starting in July, aiming to deepen the “Spice Isle” business corridor across trade, education and tourism. Regional Courts & Rule of Law: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court confirmed Madam Margaret Price Findlay as its new Chief Justice, effective April 9, 2026, as the court continues strengthening access to justice across OECS states. Anti-Corruption Pulse: A Turks and Caicos corruption case is being used as a warning across the region, with a judge stressing that public office is “not a license for personal enrichment.” Public Procurement: Grenada’s Central Procurement Unit will host a two-day symposium on “Smart Bidding, Stronger Partnerships” on June 10–11 to boost transparency and compliance. Health & Food Policy: A regional webinar reviewed slow progress on non-communicable diseases and healthy food policy, noting only a few countries—including Grenada—were on track for 2025 targets. Climate Resilience: The UK highlighted disaster preparedness support for Caribbean states, stressing compounding hazards and the need for fiscal and political readiness. Women’s Leadership: Grenada’s Gloria Ann Thomas was elected Vice President of the CIM/OAS Steering Committee, marking a return to leadership after decades.

Grenada-Canada Diplomacy: Prime Minister Mark Carney met Grenada’s Dickon Mitchell, highlighting deeper cooperation on sustainability, security, commerce, energy (including geothermal) and the Canada–CARICOM Strategic Partnership. Regional Justice & Gender Leadership: Saint Lucia’s Emma Hippolyte was elected to the OAS Inter-American Commission of Women executive committee, with Grenada named among vice presidents—another sign of Caribbean influence in regional governance. Grenada Climate Planning: Grenada’s Ministry of Climate Resilience hosted a validation workshop for a Citizen’s Guide to Climate Change Adaptation, refining language and practical measures ahead of public release under the 2025–2030 National Adaptation Plan. Public Procurement Push: Grenada’s Central Procurement Unit will hold a two-day procurement symposium (June 10–11) aimed at smarter bidding, stronger partnerships, and wider vendor access. Local Accountability in Agriculture: Tributes continue for Renrick Rose, a Windward Islands Farmers Association coordinator and long-time agricultural activist. Environment Watch: CYEN Grenada urged residents to protect sea turtles during nesting season, warning that noise and lighting can cause turtles to abandon nests.

Caribbean Week in New York 2026: Tourism ministers and officials, including Grenada’s delegation, are meeting in Manhattan under the theme “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences” to push a unified tourism front and respond to shifting traveller tastes toward culture and “regenerative” experiences. Regional governance & justice: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court confirmed Her Ladyship Madam Margaret Price Findlay as Chief Justice effective April 9, 2026, a leadership change with direct implications for OECS member states including Grenada. Public procurement push: Grenada’s Central Procurement Unit will host a two-day symposium on “Smart Bidding, Stronger Partnerships” (June 10–11) aimed at improving compliance and transparency for vendors and public officers. Climate adaptation planning: Grenada’s climate ministry held a validation workshop for the Citizen’s Guide to Climate Change Adaptation for Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, feeding into the revised National Adaptation Plan 2025–2030. Health & skills delivery: HEART/NSTA Trust digitised three Level Two TVET courses under a CARICOM pilot (including in Grenada), while PAHO and OECS-PPS advanced joint work to improve access to essential medicines and health technologies. Local environment reminder: CYEN Grenada urged residents and visitors to protect sea turtles during nesting season by reducing noise, lights, and beach disturbance.

Grenada Digital Transformation: Ron Redhead has been appointed Minister for Digital Transformation, tasked with ICT infrastructure, digital government, data governance, cybersecurity, and an AI policy push. Tourism + Health Security: Grenada officially launched CARPHA’s Regional Tourism and Health Programme, aiming to strengthen surveillance and early warning for tourism-related public health threats. Climate Adaptation Planning: The Ministry of Climate Resilience hosted a validation workshop for Grenada’s Citizen’s Guide to Climate Change Adaptation, updating the National Adaptation Plan 2025–2030 with clearer, more practical guidance. Public Procurement Reform: Grenada’s Central Procurement Unit will hold a two-day symposium on “Smart Bidding, Stronger Partnerships” to improve compliance and transparency in government purchasing. Regional Judicial Leadership: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court confirmed Margaret Price Findlay as Chief Justice effective April 9, 2026, overseeing the OECS court’s administration across member states including Grenada. Skills Training (CARICOM): HEART/NSTA Trust digitised Level Two TVET courses under a CARICOM pilot, with Grenada among participating countries. Community Watchdog: Woodford residents’ groups are raising concerns and pursuing legal action over planning approvals and environmental governance tied to ongoing industrial development.

Grenada Tourism & Health Security: Grenada officially launched CARPHA’s Regional Tourism and Health Programme, aiming to strengthen surveillance and early warning for tourism-related public health threats—framed as both a public health upgrade and a boost to a sector worth over 25% of GDP. Digital Government Leadership: Ron Redhead was appointed Grenada’s Minister for Digital Transformation, tasked with ICT infrastructure, digital identity and public service modernization, data governance, cybersecurity, and AI policy. Climate Adaptation Planning: The Ministry of Climate Resilience hosted a validation workshop for Grenada’s Citizen’s Guide to Climate Change Adaptation, revising the National Adaptation Plan 2025–2030 draft with simpler, more practical public-facing guidance. Public Procurement Reform: The Central Procurement Unit will run a two-day “Smart Bidding, Stronger Partnerships” symposium (June 10–11) to improve compliance, transparency, and access for vendors. Community Concerns Over Industry: Woodford residents’ groups WE ACT and Future Builders are raising planning-law and environmental-governance worries about ongoing industrial development. Regional Skills Digitisation: HEART/NSTA Trust digitised Level Two TVET courses under a CARICOM pilot, with Grenada among participating countries. Judicial Appointments (Regional): Margaret Price Findlay was appointed Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court.

Eastern Caribbean Justice: King Charles III has appointed Her Ladyship Madam Margaret Price Findlay as the 14th Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, effective 9 April 2026, giving the ECSC new judicial leadership across OECS states. Grenada Digital Government: Hon. Ron Redhead was named Minister for Digital Transformation, tasked with ICT infrastructure, digital public services, data governance, cybersecurity, innovation and AI policy. Tourism Meets Public Health: Grenada officially launched CARPHA’s Regional Tourism and Health Programme, aiming to strengthen surveillance and early warning for tourism-related health threats. Climate Adaptation Planning: Grenada hosted a validation workshop for the Citizen’s Guide to Climate Change Adaptation, updating the National Adaptation Plan 2025–2030 with clearer, more practical guidance. Public Procurement Reform: Grenada’s Central Procurement Unit will hold a two-day symposium on “Smart Bidding, Stronger Partnerships” on 10–11 June to boost compliance and transparency. Marine Protection: CYEN Grenada urged residents and visitors to protect sea turtles during nesting season by reducing noise, lighting and beach disturbance. Regional Energy for Fisheries: The STAR-Fish project is scaling clean energy interventions for Caribbean fisheries, including cold-chain upgrades and low-carbon certification support.

Digital Transformation: Grenada appoints Ron Redhead as Minister for Digital Transformation, tasked with ICT infrastructure, digital government, data governance, cybersecurity, innovation and AI policy. Tourism & Health Security: Grenada launches CARPHA’s Regional Tourism and Health Programme to strengthen surveillance, early warning and coordinated response for tourism-linked public health events. Hurricane Readiness: Liberty Caribbean says it is ready for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, pointing to network resilience upgrades after Hurricane Melissa. Regional Diplomacy & Courts: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court names Margaret Price Findlay as Chief Justice, while Saint Lucia wins a seat on the OAS women’s commission executive committee (with Grenada named among vice presidents). Local Governance Watch: Woodford residents’ groups renew concerns over planning law, environmental safeguards and consultation around industrial development, including claims about ignored stop orders. Finance & Accountability: The Grenada Development Bank issues a correction on misleading claims about its 2024 loss, citing software write-offs and loan-loss provisions. Regional Spotlight: Caribbean Week in New York opens with ministers and industry leaders, including Grenada, pushing airlift, connectivity and unified tourism strategy.

Judicial Leadership: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court confirmed Her Ladyship Madam Margaret Price Findlay as its new Chief Justice, effective April 9, reinforcing regional rule-of-law leadership. Digital Government: Grenada named Ron Redhead Minister for Digital Transformation, tasked with ICT infrastructure, digital public services, data governance, cybersecurity, innovation and AI policy. Tourism + Public Health: Grenada launched CARPHA’s Regional Tourism and Health Programme, aiming to strengthen health surveillance and early warning for tourism-related public health events. Hurricane Readiness: Liberty Caribbean says it is ready for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, citing network resilience and faster emergency response after last year’s Hurricane Melissa. Local Governance + Environment: Woodford residents and community groups are again raising concerns about industrial development, planning safeguards, environmental protections, and whether PDA approvals and stop orders were properly enforced. Development Bank Response: The Grenada Development Bank rejected misleading claims about its 2024 results, saying the loss was driven mainly by software write-offs and increased loan-loss provisions. Sports Administration: A court decision dismissed a challenge to Grenada Football Association elections, with the judge citing delays in using internal mechanisms. Election Politics: Reports allege the NNP is using “psychological warfare” ahead of the general election, including targeting narratives around key seats.

NNP Leadership: Pierre re-elected unopposed as NNP leader, setting the stage for the next general election. Election Strategy: The NNP is accused of using “psychological warfare” via a controversial pollster to shape voter narratives ahead of polling day. Governance & Integrity: PM Godwin Friday says any future citizenship-by-investment programme will be structurally separated from the political directorate, with tight regulation, due diligence, and parliamentary accountability. Local Politics & Law: A judge outlined reasons in the GFA legal battle, dismissing a challenge to elections that returned Marlon Glean unopposed. Public Safety: Customs says most illegal drug barrels intercepted in Grenada are coming from Canada, including a recent bust at Shed One. Church & Aid: Roman Catholics are still counting mass collections for Cuba relief, with concerns raised about where funds ultimately go. Regional Diplomacy: Grenada PM Mitchell renewed calls for stronger Africa-Caribbean trade and cultural ties during African Liberation Day in Grenada. Regional Security: Nimitz deployment and regional naval cooperation continue to draw attention across the Caribbean, including a major port call in Jamaica.

Caribbean Week in New York: Caribbean tourism ministers and commissioners are set to converge in Manhattan for Caribbean Week 2026, with Grenada among the confirmed delegations and Governor Albert Bryan Jr. slated to address the opening at InterContinental New York Times Square. Tourism & Airlift Focus: The Caribbean Marketing Conference will feature Henry Harteveldt’s keynote on airline trends and what they mean for Caribbean air connectivity. Grenada Politics: The NNP is accused of using “psychological warfare” ahead of the general election, including claims about a pollster narrative targeting PM Dickon Mitchell’s seat. CBI Governance: PM Godwin Friday says any future citizenship-by-investment programme will be structurally separated from the political directorate, tightly regulated, and subject to parliamentary accountability. Legal & Security: A judge dismissed a court bid to block Grenada Football Association elections, citing delays in using internal GFA mechanisms; meanwhile, customs officials say most intercepted drug barrels arriving by sea are originating from Canada. Regional Defence: The USS Nimitz is visiting Jamaica as part of Southern Seas 2026, with Caribbean leaders aboard for maritime cooperation talks.

Regional Security & Diplomacy: The USS Nimitz will dock in Kingston, Jamaica (June 1–5) as the final stop of Southern Seas 2026, with Caribbean leaders and youth activities on the agenda. Grenada Politics: The NNP is accused of using “psychological warfare” via a controversial pollster ahead of the general election, targeting PM Dickon Mitchell’s seat. Governance & Rule of Law: A judge dismissed a court bid by GFA banker Roger Duncan to block football elections, citing his delay in using internal GFA mechanisms. Public Policy: PM Godwin Friday says any future citizenship-by-investment programme will be structurally separated from the political directorate, with tight regulation and parliamentary accountability. Local Accountability: The Woodford dispute continues to draw fire over alleged planning and environmental safeguards, with critics saying stop orders were ignored. Social Issues: Grenada’s Catholic Church is still tallying mass collections for Cuban relief, while customs officials report most intercepted drug barrels arriving from Canada. Mental Health: Ten orderlies at Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital begin a six-month training programme to strengthen frontline support and care.