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The Cabinet commenced its first meeting post elections with prayers from Major Pierre from the Salvation Army.<\/em><\/p>

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Each month a different priest from one of the denominations in Antigua and Barbuda prays with the Cabinet before the start of its weekly Wednesday meeting.<\/em><\/p>\n

The Cabinet is comprised of the Cabinet Secretary, The Prime Minister who serves as Chairman and the Seven Ministers who have been appointed and given portfolios. <\/em><\/p>

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The other elected member of the ABLP Team has been appointed Deputy Speaker.<\/em><\/p>

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