The government is advancing plans for a national sustainable development plan to guide Anguilla’s future, with consultancy work expected to begin in January 2027.
The plan will set long-term priorities across areas including economic diversification, education, social development, climate resilience, food and energy security, governance and the digital economy.
A national steering committee has been established to oversee the work, and the technical evaluation of the procurement process for consultancy proposals has been completed.
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Announcing the update during a press conference on 26 October, planning minister Kyle Hodge said the government is making “steady progress” on the important national initiative.
“Our objective is to develop a practical and measurable national roadmap that guides development priorities, supports sound investment decisions and strengthens accountability for results,” he said.
“Ultimately, this initiative is about planning today for the Anguilla we want tomorrow, a more resilient, prosperous, inclusive and sustainable Anguilla for current and future generations.”
The government plans to engage a multi-disciplinary consultancy firm to provide the specialised technical expertise required for the undertaking.
The consultant will assess Anguilla’s economic, social, environmental and institutional circumstances, including its progress towards the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The work will involve national consultations to gather input from residents, businesses, young people, civil society organisations, the diaspora and vulnerable groups.
The consultant will also help establish a shared long-term vision and strategic priorities, develop sector strategies and financing options, and create a framework to monitor progress.
Training and planning tools will be provided to government staff to support the plan’s implementation beyond the consultancy period.
“This initiative is not simply about producing another government document, it is about establishing a shared national vision for Anguilla and identifying the practical steps needed to achieve it,” Hodge said.
He added that it will be an “all-inclusive national process” and Anguillians from all walks of life will be invited to contribute.
“While the consultants will facilitate the process and provide technical guidance, the vision and priorities must come from the people of Anguilla,” he said.
He thanked Rhina Meade, director of the Economic Planning Unit, and her team for spearheading the initiative.
“We are targeting January 2027 for the commencement of the consultancy, subject to the successful completion of the procurement process, contract negotiations and the necessary approvals,” he said.
