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CABINET NOTES: Wednesday 18th March 2026
REPORT FROM THE CABINET OF ANTIGUA AND BARBUDAMEETING OF WEDNESDAY 18th MARCH 2026
The prayers before Cabinet were led by a pastor from the Methodist Church...
Six New EMT Posts Approved as Emergency Calls Surge, 24-Hour Service Expansion Planned
The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has approved the creation of six new emergency medical technician (EMT) positions as authorities move to expand 24-hour...
Residents urge action over stagnant water left by excavation in All Saints
Residents in All Saints are urging authorities to address a stagnant pool left after roadworks late last year.
The water, near Mock Pond, has remained...
Government to Begin Urgent Repairs on All Saints Road as Delays Persist With Canadian...
The government will begin urgent rehabilitation work on All Saints Road next week, moving ahead with local resources as delays continue in negotiations...
Randy Baltimore to Be Sworn In As MP On Monday, Takes On Key Roles
Randy Baltimore will be sworn in as Member of Parliament for St. Philip’s North on Monday following his victory in the March 16 by-election,...
Antigua and Barbuda to raise minimum wage to $11.50 from April
The government of Antigua and Barbuda has approved an increase in the national minimum wage from $9.00 to $11.50 per hour, effective 1 April...
Public servants to receive 5% interim pay increase at end of March
Public servants to receive 5% interim pay increase at end of March
Public servants in Antigua and Barbuda will receive a 5 percent interim salary...
Antigua and Barbuda to Scrap Sales Tax on Essentials for Two-Day April Period
The government of Antigua and Barbuda will remove the Antigua and Barbuda Sales Tax (ABST) on selected essential food items and school supplies for...
Antiguan-Born teacher Alex Wharton named South Carolina Teacher of the Year finalist
An Antiguan and Barbudan teacher with more than 30 years’ experience in special education has been named among five finalists for the 2026 South...
Antigua and Barbuda: Protecting Gains, Positioning for Global Opportunity-Small State, Big Vision
By Garfield Joseph, MBA
I recently attended the Commonwealth Investment Conference Network in London, England, where representatives from across Commonwealth nations gathered to discuss strategies...
Man found guilty of indecent assault and attempted choking in woman’s home
A man has been found guilty of indecent assault and attempting to choke a woman in her home, after a jury dismissed his claim...
Antigua and Barbuda Considers Opening Embassy in Nigeria
Antigua and Barbuda is exploring the establishment of an embassy or diplomatic mission in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, as part of efforts to strengthen ties...
Canada warns travellers of strict public smoking laws in Antigua and Barbuda
Canadian authorities have warned travellers to Antigua and Barbuda that smoking or vaping in public places could lead to arrest and court action,...
Attorney accuses CID officer of lying in Christian murder trial
Tensions flared in the Nigel Christian murder trial on Wednesday when a defence attorney accused a CID officer of lying during cross-examination.
Attorney Wendel Alexander,...
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