The day following the April 30 general election will be observed as a public holiday, Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced as he addressed thousands of supporters at the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP) campaign launch at People’s Place.
The declaration followed confirmation that the country will head to the polls on April 30, with Nomination Day set for April 13, as the governing party formally launched its re-election campaign.
The public holiday announcement was presented in the context of what the ABLP leader anticipates will be a victory for the party, adding a celebratory note to the political rally.
In outlining the party’s record, Browne said Antigua and Barbuda has undergone significant transformation since the ABLP took office in 2014, moving “from struggle to strength.”
He pointed to economic recovery following substantial job losses prior to 2014, stating that the administration has since restored employment and driven sustained growth.
The ABLP leader highlighted a range of measures aimed at easing the cost of living, including the removal of personal income tax, reductions in the Antigua and Barbuda Sales Tax (ABST) on essential goods and the expansion of food assistance programmes.
He also referenced government subsidies on fuel and utilities, noting that the state has absorbed rising global costs to prevent increases for consumers.
On infrastructure, Browne cited ongoing roadworks across the country, expanded water production capacity and housing initiatives that have supported thousands of homeowners.
He said these efforts demonstrate a focus on delivery and tangible improvements in people’s daily lives.
The speech also touched on investments in education and healthcare, including expanded access to tertiary education and improvements in medical services.
Browne urged voters to ensure they are prepared for the election, including renewing their voter identification cards ahead of polling day.
The ABLP, in office since 2014, is seeking a fourth consecutive term as campaigning intensifies ahead of the April 30 vote.
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It might not be you giving the Public holiday. Karma is as they say a real bitch.
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Will Gaston Browne be paying the salaries of the private sector workers?
Was this passed by the lower and upper houses or is this a dictator’s sole decision?
Don’t believe this
Was the better business bureau contacted
Is this an emergency order
If the party changes please know that May 1 needs to be a work day. The nightly campaigning is causing a non productive work force as it is. Don’t need the first working day in May be 5thMay
Better finish the road by election
It would a be a bigger holiday and jamming if Gaston and the ALP lose my some twist of faith, people would a love that when David slay Goliath.
Yep this whimsical dictatorship of plunging small fragile business to pay holiday pay to their employees is bankruptcy of small business.
Is way Benjamin dah ? He too shame
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