Man injured in a crash on Airport Road received medical treatment on Thursday after a vehicle hit a tree. Meanwhile, emergency personnel responded quickly to the scene. The accident happened along Airport Road on Thursday. Initial reports said the vehicle crashed into a tree. As a result, a man suffered injuries during the incident. Emergency […]
Antigua and Barbuda has launched a major project to improve disaster warnings and emergency preparedness. Meanwhile, officials say the initiative will strengthen weather forecasting and public safety. The government launched the project with support from the United Nations Development Programme, also known as UNDP. In addition, the Green Climate Fund provided US$12.3 million in funding. […]
Cabinet has approved additional equipment and technical experts to expand road repair work across Antigua and Barbuda. Meanwhile, officials say the move will improve road rehabilitation efforts nationwide. The Cabinet received an update from the Ministry of Works on Wednesday. The briefing focused on the country’s ongoing road and infrastructure programme. Officials discussed progress on […]
Government officials have reminded essential workers that they must report for duty on public holidays. Meanwhile, the Cabinet reaffirmed the rules outlined in the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Code. The Cabinet reviewed employment obligations during its Wednesday meeting. In particular, ministers discussed workers assigned to essential services. According to the Cabinet, employees scheduled to work […]
Cabinet has outlined a major set of proposed laws targeting child abuse, workplace violence, and e-crimes. Meanwhile, officials say the reforms aim to strengthen national safety and modernize legal systems. The Attorney General presented the legislative package during Cabinet on Wednesday. The bills will go before Parliament in the upcoming session. According to officials, the […]
The Cabinet has approved Spanish as Antigua and Barbuda’s official second language. Meanwhile, officials say the move will strengthen education, trade, and regional ties. The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda announced the decision as a major national policy initiative. It aims to promote multilingual education across the country. In addition, the policy will strengthen cultural […]
APUA has warned that electricity costs in Antigua and Barbuda are rising due to higher global fuel prices. Meanwhile, consumers are already seeing increases in their monthly bills. The Antigua Public Utilities Authority said the Fuel Variation Charge has gone up for May. It increased from 55 cents to 70 cents per kilowatt-hour. As a […]
APUA has stopped extracting water from the Potworks Reservoir. Meanwhile, the utility says drought conditions forced the decision. The Antigua and Barbuda Public Utilities Authority confirmed the change in a press release. It said low water levels made extraction unsafe and unsustainable. For several months, the reservoir supplied about 1.2 million imperial gallons daily. However, […]
DCA offices will close temporarily on Thursday, 14th May and Friday, 15th May 2026. Meanwhile, the agency says the move supports internal restructuring work. The Development Control Authority issued a public notice on the closure. It advised all members of the public about the temporary service interruption. During this period, no in-person services will be […]
Family members of the bus driver involved in Tuesday’s fatal crash on All Saints Road are now speaking publicly. Meanwhile, they expressed deep sorrow over the death of NSWMA worker Okeem Lightfoot. In a public statement, the family offered condolences to Lightfoot’s loved ones. They also confirmed full cooperation with police investigators. “There are truly […]
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