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CABINET NOTES: The Cabinet was informed by the Minister of Works that roller-compact- concrete-pavement will become the new method for road building.<\/p>

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The pavement absorbs far less moisture than asphalt roads, to which Antiguans have grown accustomed, and will not develop potholes.<\/p>\n

Samples were shared with Cabinet members. Work on community roads will commence shortly utilizing this new technology. Construction work requires the use of heavy machinery too. To get such machinery at best prices, one must check the deals for direct sale heavy machinery in LA<\/a>.<\/p>

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Rehabilitation of the Magistrates\u2019 Court on High Street is almost complete and the building may likely be ready by the end of January 2024 if no disruptions take place.<\/p>

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The Cabinet agreed to complete the seating stand at the Bolans Playing Field which was stalled because of the lack of building resources and other challenges.<\/p>\n

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