AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoLandfill Smoke: Health Minister Vincent Wheatley apologised to First District residents affected by persistent smoke from Pockwood Pond and said officials will test a new approach. The government also plans to repair the existing incinerator and procure another. Healthcare Workforce: Premier Natalio Wheatley says doctors, nurses and other health professionals will receive phased pay increases in 2027 to support recruitment and retention, but details are still pending. Cancer Support: The BVI Cancer Society says it receives the lowest government subvention among non-profits, as it continues helping patients through fundraising and advocacy. Patient Care: The Health Minister says the hospital has introduced a feedback system to address complaints, while acknowledging that negative experiences often get more attention than positive ones. Elder Support: The one-time grant for eligible Virgin Islanders reaching 100 has doubled to $10,000.
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