{"id":245104,"date":"2025-07-31T10:31:08","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T14:31:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=245104"},"modified":"2025-07-31T10:41:01","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T14:41:01","slug":"ministry-of-works-hails-july-roadworks-push-promises-major-upgrades-ahead","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/ministry-of-works-hails-july-roadworks-push-promises-major-upgrades-ahead\/","title":{"rendered":"Ministry of Works Hails July Roadworks Push, Promises Major Upgrades Ahead"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"antig-1645221916\" class=\"antig-ecab antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverflow.co\/web\/antigua\" aria-label=\"ANU CVP Digital Broadband 1200x400_1\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 1201w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:100\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:342\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1201\" height=\"401\"   \/><\/a><\/div><div id=\"antig-1688463582\" class=\"antig-before-content antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/medicalbenefitsscheme\" aria-label=\"ce741a73-c70c-446b-af7f-da2abe2b62bb\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1200\/h:400\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ce741a73-c70c-446b-af7f-da2abe2b62bb.jpeg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1200\/h:400\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ce741a73-c70c-446b-af7f-da2abe2b62bb.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:100\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ce741a73-c70c-446b-af7f-da2abe2b62bb.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:341\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ce741a73-c70c-446b-af7f-da2abe2b62bb.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ce741a73-c70c-446b-af7f-da2abe2b62bb.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1200\" height=\"400\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p><strong>Ministry of Works Hails July Roadworks Push, Promises Major Upgrades Ahead<\/strong><\/p><div id=\"antig-855312554\" class=\"antig-content_5 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ablpag\" aria-label=\"ABLP_Red-&#038;-Reddy_Web_1000x250\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1000\/h:250\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_Red-Reddy_Web_1000x250.png\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1000\/h:250\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_Red-Reddy_Web_1000x250.png 1000w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:75\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_Red-Reddy_Web_1000x250.png 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:192\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_Red-Reddy_Web_1000x250.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1000\" height=\"250\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Ministry of Works has reported a significant surge in road rehabilitation efforts during July, with expanded operations carried out across dozens of communities. The announcement, part of the Ministry\u2019s monthly \u201cRoad Recap,\u201d highlights a month of intensified activity involving the national quarry, concrete plant, and field teams working around the clock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Officials say the accelerated works are part of a long-term commitment to improve both community roadways and critical transport arteries. Despite facing challenges such as sand shortages, equipment failures, and utility disruptions, the Ministry said it remains firmly focused on delivering what it calls a \u201croad revolution.\u201d<\/p><div id=\"antig-3769579841\" class=\"antig-content_4 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverflow.co\/web\/antigua\" aria-label=\"ANU CVP Digital Broadband 1200x400_1\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 1201w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:100\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:342\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1201\" height=\"401\"   \/><\/a><\/div><div id=\"antig-1112631278\" class=\"antig-content_12 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ablpag\" aria-label=\"ABLP_Red-&#038;-Reddy_Web_1000x250\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1000\/h:250\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_Red-Reddy_Web_1000x250.png\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1000\/h:250\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_Red-Reddy_Web_1000x250.png 1000w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:75\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_Red-Reddy_Web_1000x250.png 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:192\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_Red-Reddy_Web_1000x250.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1000\" height=\"250\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking ahead, the Ministry revealed plans are underway for major upgrades to All Saints Road and several other high-traffic corridors. Preparations currently include detailed project planning and the vetting of contractors to ensure quality and efficiency in the execution of these works.<\/p><div id=\"antig-3704715454\" 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>In its statement, the Ministry expressed gratitude to Minister Maria Browne, technical staff, contractors\u2014including C.O. Williams\u2014as well as agencies such as APUA and the Antigua and Barbuda Transport Board for their cooperation and support. The public was also thanked for its continued patience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAs we press forward, our aim is to deliver more resilient roads and enhance the daily commuting experience for all,\u201d the Ministry noted.<\/p><div id=\"antig-4185148098\" class=\"antig-content_2 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.com\/antigua\/\" aria-label=\"500X500 (1)\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:500\/h:500\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/500X500-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:500\/h:500\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/500X500-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/500X500-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/500X500-1.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Photos shared by the Ministry offered a glimpse into the scale of ongoing operations, though officials emphasized they represent just a portion of the wider efforts under way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83d\udea7\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/t63\/2\/16\/1f6a7.png\"> \ud835\udde5\ud835\udde2\ud835\uddd4\ud835\uddd7 \ud835\udde5\ud835\uddd8\ud835\uddd6\ud835\uddd4\ud835\udde3 \/\u2506\\ July 2025<\/p><div id=\"antig-2613280590\" class=\"antig-content_3 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/chtamarketplace.com\/\" aria-label=\"Social FaceBook Cover Desk_Mobile\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:711\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Social-FaceBook-Cover-Desk_Mobile-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:711\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Social-FaceBook-Cover-Desk_Mobile-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:111\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Social-FaceBook-Cover-Desk_Mobile-scaled.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:379\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Social-FaceBook-Cover-Desk_Mobile-scaled.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:285\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Social-FaceBook-Cover-Desk_Mobile-scaled.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1536\/h:569\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Social-FaceBook-Cover-Desk_Mobile-scaled.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:711\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Social-FaceBook-Cover-Desk_Mobile-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"2560\" height=\"949\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In July, we conducted scaled-up road works in dozens of communities, with the quarry, concrete plant, and our team members operating at full pace, day and night.<\/p><div id=\"antig-1318493398\" class=\"antig-content_6 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverflow.co\/web\/antigua\" aria-label=\"ANU CVP Digital Broadband 1200x400_1\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 1201w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:100\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:342\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1201\" height=\"401\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Rest assured that our intense focus on community works and upgrading critical main roads will continue with sustained determination for the long haul. We will surmount any challenge\u2014whether sand shortages, equipment breakdowns, or pipe ruptures\u2014to keep this road revolution on track to deliver the results you desire and deserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are also gearing up to commence comprehensive upgrades to All Saints Road and several other major arteries later this year. Rigorous planning and vetting of contractors is currently underway to ensure these major works meet your expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our sincere thanks to Hon. Maria Browne, the entire Ministry of Housing and Works Leadership, all our hardworking team members, all our diligent contractors, including C.O Williams, our partners at APUA and ABTB, and you\u2014the general public, for your patience and cooperation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s to the delivery of more resilient roads and consistent improvements to your commuting experience in the days and months to come!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hashtag\/roadrecap?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZXD6r-GMO_pZEIhXB_-m5ZuttaifAABhNGQixhJoy74HZwXgmwTtWEHmJ0fIu08dty_BmppDjt-m4zPIULr8Z74GBcJAel0uSk5wRwMPnzBJg7_RHGtOs2M7kn0wlGYGFoTmfLE_FfzGI5PNj0KYbnxuB3Ftja6eKCM6bfUZ2L7jw&amp;__tn__=*NK-R\">#RoadRecap<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hashtag\/roadworks?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZXD6r-GMO_pZEIhXB_-m5ZuttaifAABhNGQixhJoy74HZwXgmwTtWEHmJ0fIu08dty_BmppDjt-m4zPIULr8Z74GBcJAel0uSk5wRwMPnzBJg7_RHGtOs2M7kn0wlGYGFoTmfLE_FfzGI5PNj0KYbnxuB3Ftja6eKCM6bfUZ2L7jw&amp;__tn__=*NK-R\">#RoadWorks<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hashtag\/betterroads?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZXD6r-GMO_pZEIhXB_-m5ZuttaifAABhNGQixhJoy74HZwXgmwTtWEHmJ0fIu08dty_BmppDjt-m4zPIULr8Z74GBcJAel0uSk5wRwMPnzBJg7_RHGtOs2M7kn0wlGYGFoTmfLE_FfzGI5PNj0KYbnxuB3Ftja6eKCM6bfUZ2L7jw&amp;__tn__=*NK-R\">#BetterRoads<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hashtag\/resilientroads?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZXD6r-GMO_pZEIhXB_-m5ZuttaifAABhNGQixhJoy74HZwXgmwTtWEHmJ0fIu08dty_BmppDjt-m4zPIULr8Z74GBcJAel0uSk5wRwMPnzBJg7_RHGtOs2M7kn0wlGYGFoTmfLE_FfzGI5PNj0KYbnxuB3Ftja6eKCM6bfUZ2L7jw&amp;__tn__=*NK-R\">#ResilientRoads<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hashtag\/worksonthemove?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZXD6r-GMO_pZEIhXB_-m5ZuttaifAABhNGQixhJoy74HZwXgmwTtWEHmJ0fIu08dty_BmppDjt-m4zPIULr8Z74GBcJAel0uSk5wRwMPnzBJg7_RHGtOs2M7kn0wlGYGFoTmfLE_FfzGI5PNj0KYbnxuB3Ftja6eKCM6bfUZ2L7jw&amp;__tn__=*NK-R\">#WorksOnTheMove<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hashtag\/roadrevolution?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZXD6r-GMO_pZEIhXB_-m5ZuttaifAABhNGQixhJoy74HZwXgmwTtWEHmJ0fIu08dty_BmppDjt-m4zPIULr8Z74GBcJAel0uSk5wRwMPnzBJg7_RHGtOs2M7kn0wlGYGFoTmfLE_FfzGI5PNj0KYbnxuB3Ftja6eKCM6bfUZ2L7jw&amp;__tn__=*NK-R\">#RoadRevolution<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hashtag\/pavingtheway?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZXD6r-GMO_pZEIhXB_-m5ZuttaifAABhNGQixhJoy74HZwXgmwTtWEHmJ0fIu08dty_BmppDjt-m4zPIULr8Z74GBcJAel0uSk5wRwMPnzBJg7_RHGtOs2M7kn0wlGYGFoTmfLE_FfzGI5PNj0KYbnxuB3Ftja6eKCM6bfUZ2L7jw&amp;__tn__=*NK-R\">#PavingTheWay<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hashtag\/moretocome?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZXD6r-GMO_pZEIhXB_-m5ZuttaifAABhNGQixhJoy74HZwXgmwTtWEHmJ0fIu08dty_BmppDjt-m4zPIULr8Z74GBcJAel0uSk5wRwMPnzBJg7_RHGtOs2M7kn0wlGYGFoTmfLE_FfzGI5PNj0KYbnxuB3Ftja6eKCM6bfUZ2L7jw&amp;__tn__=*NK-R\">#MoreToCome<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcf7\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tfc\/2\/16\/1f4f7.png\"> A few photos capturing just a small portion of July&#8217;s road works<\/p>\n<div id=\"antig-3197709662\" 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>Ministry of Works Hails July Roadworks Push, Promises Major Upgrades Ahead The Ministry of Works has reported a significant surge in road rehabilitation efforts during July, with expanded operations carried out across dozens of communities. 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