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POINTE XPRESS – The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has denied a proposal by the Commissioner of Police, Atlee Rodney, to amend legislation for the declaration of limited states of emergency in specific situations.<\/p>

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The Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister, Lionel Max Hurst, explained that the Cabinet was unconvinced about the necessity of such measures for the small country.<\/p>\n

Hurst noted concerns about suspending citizens’ rights and the rarity of implementing states of emergency in Antigua and Barbuda.<\/p>

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The Cabinet’s decision follows discussions on addressing gun crimes, acknowledging the challenges faced by other Caribbean nations as well.(Observer)<\/strong><\/p>

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