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PM Addresses Delays in National Census, Timeline Remains Unclear
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has acknowledged delays in conducting Antigua and Barbuda’s long-awaited national population census but did not provide a definitive timeline for its completion.
Speaking in Parliament, Browne faced questions from opposition members about when the census—originally scheduled to take place years ago—would be conducted. The census is considered critical for planning and resource allocation, particularly in areas such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure.
While Browne did not specify a start date, he reaffirmed the government’s commitment to completing the process.
The census, typically conducted every ten years, has faced multiple setbacks, including logistical challenges and resource constraints. The government had previously cited the COVID-19 pandemic as a major factor in the delay, but no clear reason was given for the continued postponement.
Opposition MPs questioned whether the delay was due to financial constraints or administrative inefficiencies.
“The census is crucial for national development and proper governance,” one opposition member stated. “Without accurate population data, how can we plan effectively?”
The absence of updated census data has raised concerns among policymakers and economists. The information gathered in a national census is used to guide government policies on housing, employment, and social services. Additionally, population figures play a role in electoral processes, as they influence constituency boundaries and representation.
Experts warn that without current data, decisions may be based on outdated estimates, potentially leading to inefficient allocation of resources.
While the government insists the census remains a priority, no firm timeline has been given, leaving questions about when the population count will finally take place.
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Zizi is busy promoting his march with Vere Bird. He said he is doing this to IGNITE the fire in the people against Gaston Brown’s government.
Last time we look, nobody elected Zizi nor Vere Bird for anything. People want to support the UPP because the government is messing up bad, but they are having a hard time coming out to support a party with its leader looking so compromised.
What will they be marching for? Will that be opposed to what the leader is doing and saying? Remember he said he admired Gaston Brown. It’s like Donald Trump saying he admired Putin.
What Zizi has to do is call out the leader and the handler. He does not seem to have any appetite for that. Until he develops one, NOBODY is going to take his call serious. He needs to IGNITE the fire under his UPP leaders before he can come out and ask people to march in his march.
As said before, nobody voted for Zizi nor Vere Bird.
The census is crucial for national planning—delays only hurt progress.
The government needs to be more transparent about the reasons for the delay.
The delay is concerning. Will this affect funding and resource distribution?
If there are logistical challenges, the public deserves to know what’s causing the delay.
This issue should not be political—accurate data benefits everyone, regardless of party.
Why? Your xenophobic UPP wants to know how many “foreigners” in Antigua??
Tell us how much yardie here illegally
Keep up the good work Richard. Antigua will remember you.