Works Minister Maria Browne has issued a call for increased caution on the roads of Antigua and Barbuda following a spate of accidents attributed to recent heavy rainfall and ongoing road improvements.
In her contribution to Parliament on Friday, Minister Browne emphasized the urgency of responsible driving to prevent further incidents and ensure public safety.
“Our roads are as smooth as baby bottoms thanks to recent rehabilitations, yet this has led to an uptick in road accidents,” Browne explained.
She highlighted that the slick conditions exacerbated by the rains require drivers to be extra cautious.
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“It is raining, it is even more slippery now. We’re seeing an increase in road accidents, and we don’t want to have any further fatalities going into this year,” she cautioned.
The minister’s comments come at a time when Antigua and Barbuda is preparing for the ICC Cricket World Cup, a major event expected to draw significant numbers of visitors to the island.
She said the need for safe and reliable road conditions is paramount, not only for the comfort of international guests but also for the daily safety of local residents.
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In addition to the safety concerns, Minister Browne discussed the extensive road works completed and planned across the island, including the upcoming rehabilitation of the All Saints Road by year-end.
She assured that the setbacks caused by the recent flash floods are temporary and will not impede the nation’s preparedness for upcoming international events.
Browne’s address also included a reminder of the government’s efforts to utilize local labor for infrastructure projects, demonstrating a commitment to economic inclusivity and community involvement in national development projects.
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Antigua and Barbuda to Enhance Road Infrastructure Ahead of ICC Cricket World Cup-CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATS APP GROUP
The Works Minister Maria Browne has highlighted the significant strides made in road infrastructure improvements across Antigua and Barbuda, in preparation for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup, other international events and more importantly for citizens and residents.
Minister Browne lauded the concerted efforts of her ministry, in collaboration with the Ministries of Tourism and Public Works, highlighting substantial renovations at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATS APP GROUP
The minister also pointed out that the recent flash floods have caused some delays in ongoing road works but reassured that these are temporary setbacks.
Looking ahead, Minister Browne announced plans for more extensive road repairs and improvements, particularly for community roads that are in dire need of attention.
“Once the major projects like the ICC World Cup and the SIDS conference are completed, we will amplify our work within the communities,” she affirmed.
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Name one smooth road in Antigua likkle gyal
Our roads are smooth as baby bottom?
Which island she’s talking about? For all I have is frustration on the roads as I drive. Factory road is a mess, all saints is a mess, Lauchland Benjamin drive is a mess, Freeman village road is a mess., Simon Bolivar ain’t great, the roads in Gunthropes and Sutherland, Gray’s farm, Ottos… All these are a mess, and that’s only some of the roads called!
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