{"id":240330,"date":"2025-06-14T08:54:27","date_gmt":"2025-06-14T12:54:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=240330"},"modified":"2025-06-14T08:54:28","modified_gmt":"2025-06-14T12:54:28","slug":"opinion-a-safer-future-in-the-hands-of-labour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/opinion-a-safer-future-in-the-hands-of-labour\/","title":{"rendered":"OPINION: A Safer Future in the Hands of Labour"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"antig-3878578210\" class=\"antig-ecab antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverflow.co\/web\/antigua\" aria-label=\"ANU CVP Digital Postpaid_Come Cross Postpaid 1200x400_Opt.1_1\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg 1201w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:100\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:342\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1201\" height=\"401\"   \/><\/a><\/div><div id=\"antig-4077506741\" class=\"antig-before-content antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/medicalbenefitsscheme\" aria-label=\"mbs may\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1200\/h:400\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/mbs-may.jpeg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1200\/h:400\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/mbs-may.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:100\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/mbs-may.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:341\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/mbs-may.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/mbs-may.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1200\" height=\"400\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-safer-future-in-the-hands-of-labour\"><strong>A Safer Future in the Hands of Labour<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-appreciating-the-tremendous-work-of-the-gaston-browne-led-administration\"><strong>Appreciating the Tremendous Work of the Gaston Browne-led Administration<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>By: Juante G. Kirby&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p><div id=\"antig-3198796151\" class=\"antig-content_5 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.antiguabarbudaculinarymonth.com\/\" aria-label=\"culinary\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:843\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:843\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:132\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:450\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:337\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1536\/h:675\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:842\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1124\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the past&nbsp;<strong>11 years<\/strong>, the&nbsp;<strong>Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP)<\/strong>, under the leadership of&nbsp;<strong>Prime Minister Gaston Browne<\/strong>, has made remarkable strides in&nbsp;<strong>nation-building<\/strong>, with a strong focus on&nbsp;<strong>youth empowerment and inclusivity<\/strong>. Their continued commitment to fostering opportunities for young people and uplifting the differently-abled has shaped a&nbsp;<strong>progressive<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>thriving<\/strong>&nbsp;Antigua and Barbuda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-empowering-the-youth-a-nation-of-opportunity\"><strong>Empowering the Youth: A Nation of Opportunity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the administration\u2019s most notable achievements is&nbsp;<strong>the significant rise in youth employment<\/strong>&nbsp;since taking office. More young people today have access to&nbsp;<strong>stable jobs<\/strong>, equipping them with financial independence and paving the way for a better future. This surge in employment is a testament to the&nbsp;<strong>government\u2019s commitment<\/strong>&nbsp;to youth advancement.<\/p><div id=\"antig-1197564859\" class=\"antig-content_4 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverflow.co\/web\/antigua\" aria-label=\"ANU CVP Digital Postpaid_Come Cross Postpaid 1200x400_Opt.1_1\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg 1201w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:100\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:342\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1201\" height=\"401\"   \/><\/a><\/div><div id=\"antig-1502225370\" class=\"antig-content_12 antig-entity-placement\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1320\/h:730\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5614.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1320\/h:730\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5614.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:166\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5614.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:566\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:425\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:696\/h:385\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5614.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1320\" height=\"730\"   \/><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally,&nbsp;<strong>owning land and homes<\/strong>&nbsp;has become much more accessible for young Antiguans and Barbudans.&nbsp;<strong>The government has worked to ease the process<\/strong>, allowing young people to&nbsp;<strong>secure assets<\/strong>&nbsp;that will provide long-term stability. This initiative empowers individuals to&nbsp;<strong>build generational wealth<\/strong>, ensuring that the youth of today can confidently work toward their dreams.<\/p><div id=\"antig-2095716267\" class=\"antig-content antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.antiguabarbudaculinarymonth.com\/\" aria-label=\"culinary\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:843\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:843\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:132\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:450\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:337\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1536\/h:675\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:842\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1124\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Another&nbsp;<strong>game-changing policy<\/strong>&nbsp;introduced by this administration is the&nbsp;<strong>duty-free initiative on imported vehicles<\/strong>. This has given a&nbsp;<strong>huge percentage<\/strong>&nbsp;of young individuals the chance to&nbsp;<strong>own reliable transportation<\/strong>, making life easier and more convenient. A measure like this enhances productivity, ensuring that our youth can actively engage in work, education, and entrepreneurship with greater efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-building-leaders-amp-entrepreneurs-for-tomorrow\"><strong>Building Leaders &amp; Entrepreneurs for Tomorrow<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing the&nbsp;<strong>potential<\/strong>&nbsp;of young business minds, the ABLP implemented the&nbsp;<strong>Entrepreneur Fund<\/strong>, providing financial support for young entrepreneurs. This initiative has unlocked countless opportunities for&nbsp;<strong>small businesses<\/strong>, empowering young people to&nbsp;<strong>turn ideas into reality<\/strong>&nbsp;and contribute to the economy. The government\u2019s dedication to fostering&nbsp;<strong>innovation<\/strong>&nbsp;has helped shape&nbsp;<strong>the next generation of business leaders<\/strong>.<\/p><div id=\"antig-436307485\" class=\"antig-content_2 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.com\/antigua\/\" aria-label=\"500X500\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:500\/h:500\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/500X500.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:500\/h:500\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/500X500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/500X500.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/500X500.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore,&nbsp;<strong>education remains a top priority<\/strong>&nbsp;for the administration. The&nbsp;<strong>Prime Minister\u2019s Scholarship Program<\/strong>&nbsp;has allowed countless young individuals to&nbsp;<strong>pursue higher education<\/strong>, eliminating financial barriers to academic success. Education is the backbone of a strong nation, and through this initiative, the government is ensuring that&nbsp;<strong>every young person has the chance to excel<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The establishment of the&nbsp;<strong>University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus<\/strong>&nbsp;has been&nbsp;<strong>a monumental step<\/strong>&nbsp;in tertiary education.&nbsp;<strong>Antigua and Barbuda now has its own university<\/strong>, allowing young people to access&nbsp;<strong>world-class education<\/strong>&nbsp;at home without the need to seek costly overseas studies. This investment in higher learning strengthens&nbsp;<strong>local talent<\/strong>, ensuring that our youth can&nbsp;<strong>compete<\/strong>&nbsp;on a global scale.<\/p><div id=\"antig-4009753013\" class=\"antig-content_3 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.com\/antigua\/\" aria-label=\"IMG_1115\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:864\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_1115.jpeg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:864\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_1115.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:240\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_1115.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:819\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_1115.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:960\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/IMG_1115.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1350\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-youth-representation-in-government\"><strong>Youth Representation in Government<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most&nbsp;<strong>commendable<\/strong>&nbsp;aspects of the administration\u2019s leadership is the&nbsp;<strong>active inclusion of young minds<\/strong>&nbsp;in governance.&nbsp;<strong>Young individuals have been given the opportunity to serve<\/strong>&nbsp;in the Senate and Parliament, ensuring that&nbsp;<strong>fresh perspectives and ideas<\/strong>&nbsp;are integrated into national decision-making.&nbsp;<strong>This is democracy in action<\/strong>, inspiring youth participation in shaping the future of the nation.<\/p><div id=\"antig-3140772654\" class=\"antig-content_6 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverflow.co\/web\/antigua\" aria-label=\"ANU CVP Digital Postpaid_Come Cross Postpaid 1200x400_Opt.1_1\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg 1201w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:100\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:342\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Postpaid_Come-Cross-Postpaid-1200x400_Opt.1_1.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1201\" height=\"401\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-supporting-the-differently-abled-community\"><strong>Supporting the Differently-Abled Community<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Alongside their commitment to youth empowerment, the&nbsp;<strong>ABLP government has been a champion for the differently-abled<\/strong>. Policies aimed at&nbsp;<strong>inclusion, accessibility, and equal opportunities<\/strong>&nbsp;have ensured that&nbsp;<strong>every citizen<\/strong>&nbsp;is given the respect, resources, and support they deserve. The administration continues to work toward&nbsp;<strong>breaking barriers<\/strong>&nbsp;and making Antigua and Barbuda&nbsp;<strong>a country where everyone can thrive<\/strong>, regardless of physical or developmental challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-call-to-action-continue-supporting-progress\"><strong>A Call to Action: Continue Supporting Progress<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With these&nbsp;<strong>many advancements<\/strong>&nbsp;and ongoing efforts, it is clear that&nbsp;<strong>our future is truly safer in the hands of Labour<\/strong>. The youth of&nbsp;<strong>Antigua and Barbuda<\/strong>&nbsp;must recognize the&nbsp;<strong>transformational leadership<\/strong>&nbsp;of Prime Minister&nbsp;<strong>Gaston Browne<\/strong>&nbsp;and the&nbsp;<strong>ABLP administration<\/strong>. Their commitment to&nbsp;<strong>empowering young people, supporting businesses, strengthening education, and uplifting the differently-abled<\/strong>&nbsp;is&nbsp;<strong>unmatched<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s continue to support an administration that&nbsp;<strong>values progress, opportunities, and the voices of the youth<\/strong>. Together, we can ensure that&nbsp;<strong>Antigua and Barbuda remains a beacon of hope and success<\/strong>&nbsp;for generations to come.<\/p>\n<div id=\"antig-4037939983\" class=\"antig-in-comments_2 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/@hadeedmotorsltd\" aria-label=\"Hadeed_WEB_Banner_MG-2\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1000\/h:250\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hadeed_WEB_Banner_MG-2.png\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1000\/h:250\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hadeed_WEB_Banner_MG-2.png 1000w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:75\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hadeed_WEB_Banner_MG-2.png 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:192\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hadeed_WEB_Banner_MG-2.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1000\" height=\"250\"   \/><\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Safer Future in the Hands of Labour Appreciating the Tremendous Work of the Gaston Browne-led Administration By: Juante G. Kirby&nbsp; Over the past&nbsp;11 years, the&nbsp;Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP), under the leadership of&nbsp;Prime Minister Gaston Browne, has made remarkable strides in&nbsp;nation-building, with a strong focus on&nbsp;youth empowerment and inclusivity. 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