AGP Executive Report
Last update: 20 minutes agoFOI Clash: Belize’s Elections and Boundaries Commission says the Freedom of Information Act can’t force it to release redistricting records, pointing to constitutional independence and arguing the request is overly broad. Jobs & Economy: New SIB figures show unemployment at a record-low 1.9%, but employment has also dropped sharply and the labour force is shrinking—meaning fewer people are working or even looking. Child Safety: A 5-year-old in Maskall Village was hit by a vehicle driven by his father and is in stable condition as police investigate. Police & Infrastructure: Interim Home Affairs Minister Julius Espat toured the Queen Street Police Station and flagged a leaking, long-neglected roof as urgent, with engineers now assessing it. Public Service: Belize honored 173 public officers for 25 years of service, praising innovation and inclusion in government work. Blue Economy: A Blue Economy Climate Resilience Forum brought together government, NGOs, fishers, and academia to push stronger marine conservation and fisheries planning. Sports: Bermuda beat Brazil to top the ICC T20 Americas qualifier; Belize’s campaign ended with a loss to the Bahamas.
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