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PM Announces Major Revamp of Treasury Operations

PM Gaston Browne has announced a major overhaul of the Treasury Department for 2026. He said the reform will modernize operations and strengthen financial management across the public sector. Browne made the announcement during his 2026 National Budget presentation. He described the upgrade as one of the most important administrative changes planned for the new […]

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$60 Million Spent on Back Pay Since 2022

$60 million in retroactive wages has already been paid to public servants since 2022, Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced on Thursday. He added that another payout will be made this month as the government continues clearing longstanding arrears across the public sector. Browne delivered the update during his 2026 National Budget presentation. He highlighted the […]

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Four Antigua Resorts Nominated for Top Caribbean Award

Four of Antigua’s resorts are making waves in the Caribbean travel scene. In fact, they were recently nominated for USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2025. The recognition highlights the island’s growing reputation as a premier vacation destination. Royalton Antigua, Hermitage Bay, Galley Bay Resort and Spa, and Curtain Bluff all earned spots in the […]

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Antigua and Barbuda Records $254.9M Primary Surplus

Antigua and Barbuda posted a strong fiscal performance in 2026. Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced a primary surplus of $254.9 million. Additionally, the overall surplus reached $116.3 million. Browne told Parliament these results show a clear turnaround from the deficits his administration inherited 11 years ago. He said disciplined fiscal management, steady economic growth, and […]

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Prime Minister Announces Rise in Minimum Wage by July 2026

Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced that Antigua and Barbuda will raise the minimum wage by July 2026. He added that the Minimum Wage Committee has already started preparing its recommendations. Browne made the announcement during the presentation of the 2026 national budget. He told Parliament that the government is committed to supporting workers at the […]

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Public Servants to Receive New Pay Increase by July 2026

Public servants in Antigua and Barbuda will receive a new round of salary increases by July 2026. Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced the plan during the presentation of the 2026 national budget. The increases come as the government completes a nationwide reclassification exercise. This effort aims to modernize pay across the public service. Additionally, it […]

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Lovell Moves to Sue Prime Minister Over Facebook Post

Lovell says he will sue Prime Minister Gaston Browne after a heated online dispute this week. The clash intensified when Browne posted several documents on Facebook, including a vehicle registration in Lovell’s name. The issue began on Tuesday when Browne shared images of vehicle-related documents. He questioned whether Opposition members obtained duty-free waivers legally. He […]

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PM Browne Promises Free Tuition at UWI Five Islands

PM Gaston Browne announced major education reforms that will reshape Antigua and Barbuda’s future. He pledged free tuition for qualifying citizens at the UWI Five Islands Campus once expansion works finish. He delivered the announcement during his 2026 National Budget presentation. Browne highlighted education as a key pillar of national growth. He said the government […]

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Gov’t Pushes Inclusive Growth for Medicinal Cannabis Industry

Gov’t Highlights Local Benefits Gov’t officials renewed their plan to grow Antigua and Barbuda’s medicinal cannabis sector yesterday. Moreover, they stressed that local people must gain most of the benefits. The message was clear. The gov’t wants ordinary citizens to succeed, not only large investors. Attorney General Sir Steadroy Benjamin opened the meeting with a […]

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Households to Get Greenlight for Solar Power Storage

Households will soon get approval to install solar storage systems as the gov’t updates its renewable energy rules. Moreover, Energy Minister Melford Nicholas said the changes will help balance clean energy growth with stable electricity revenues. Nicholas spoke ahead of the upcoming Renewable Energy Symposium. He said the gov’t still wants homeowners to invest in […]