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CABINET NOTES: Wednesday 1st April 2026
REPORT FROM THE CABINET OF ANTIGUA AND BARBUDAMEETING OF WEDNESDAY 1st April 2026
The prayers before Cabinet were based on Psalm 35:18 and Philippians 2:11 and was...
Veyella Peters Ordered to Pay $9,000 After Meat Cleaver Attack on Retired Teacher
Veyella Peters has been ordered to pay $9,000 in compensation after being convicted of attacking a retired teacher with a meat cleaver while he...
Government of Antigua and Barbuda Expands Land Empowerment Programme with New All Saints Development...
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has taken another significant step toward empowering citizens through land ownership with the release of 50 acres of...
Police Issue Easter Safety Advisory, Warn Against Drinking and Driving
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda is urging the public to exercise caution and act responsibly over the Easter holiday weekend,...
ABEC meets with Returning Officers in preparation ahead of pending General Elections
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission (ABEC) convened a high-level meeting with Returning Officers as part of its ongoing preparations for the upcoming...
Antigua Government Commits US$200,000 in Aid to Cuba Amid Regional Crisis
Antigua and Barbuda has committed US$200,000 in humanitarian assistance to Cuba as part of a regional response to ongoing challenges facing the island.
Director General...
Antigua Backs CARICOM Chief Amid Dispute Over Reappointment Process
The government of Antigua and Barbuda has expressed strong support for Dr Carla Barnett, despite growing regional disagreement over her reappointment as Secretary General of Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
Director...
ABWU warns slow minimum wage rollout will deepen worker hardship
The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) acknowledges the Government’s decision to increase the national minimum wage from $9.00 to $11.50 per hour, effective...
Teachers’ Upgrade Payments to Be Settled This Week as Government Continues Retroactive Pay Rollout
The government is aiming to complete long-outstanding upgrade payments to teachers by the end of this week, as it continues the phased distribution...
Government to Sell Subsidised Cement Blocks as Housing Push Expands
The government is moving to supply subsidised cement blocks to the public as part of its expanding housing programme, with production now underway at...
Overnight Road Closures Set as All Saints Road Works Resume
NOTICE: RESUMPTION OF WORKS AT TOWNHOUSE MEGASTORE TO FADI BUILDING SUPPLIES
The Ministry of Works advises the general public that major infrastructure rehabilitation works will...
Man Jailed Five Years for Sexually Assaulting 13-Year-Old Cousin on Way to School
A man has been sentenced to five years' imprisonment after a jury found him guilty of sexually abusing his 13-year-old cousin during a trip...