Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs Michael Joseph recently led a high-level delegation to Barbuda to assess healthcare services and public health infrastructure. The visit forms part of the government’s wider effort to strengthen healthcare delivery across Antigua and Barbuda. Officials said the initiative also ensures Barbuda’s healthcare needs remain a national […]
Child abuse and neglect cases are increasing in Antigua and Barbuda, leading to more children being placed in foster care. The issue was discussed during Thursday’s post-Cabinet briefing. Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant said the Cabinet reviewed troubling figures presented by the Ministry of Social and Urban Transformation. According to Merchant, officials reported more […]
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams will deliver the Throne Speech on May 26 during the ceremonial opening of Parliament in Antigua and Barbuda. Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant shared the details on Thursday. He spoke during the swearing-in ceremony for Joel Anderson-Rayne and Tiffany Strann-Peters at Government House. Moreover, Merchant confirmed several important dates […]
Duo appointments took center stage at Government House yesterday as Senator Joel Anderson Rayne and Tiffany Anthea Lauren Strann-Peters officially took their oaths. First, officials swore in Senator Joel Anderson Rayne as Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Finance, Corporate Governance, and Public-Private Partnerships. His appointment came only days after he became a senator on […]
Drug accused Semand Vivan Shammo Aljndo has complained about bed bugs at His Majesty’s Prison. Meanwhile, the issue has again raised concerns about prison conditions. Aljndo is a 23-year-old Canadian national. He is currently on remand for drug trafficking charges. On Wednesday, he interrupted court proceedings. He told Chief Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel that bed bugs […]
Shipment delays have forced a temporary slowdown in several road upgrade projects across Antigua and Barbuda. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Works says normal activity should return later this month. According to the ministry, delays in aggregate shipments caused the disruption. These materials are necessary for asphalt and concrete roadworks. As a result, several ongoing projects […]
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 […]
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