Final-year students at the Antigua & Barbuda College of Advanced Studies (ABCAS) received workplace rights training this week. The session formed part of preparations for upcoming internships. In addition, the Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) led the educational session. It focused on helping students understand their rights before entering the workforce. The session was […]
ABWU leaders warned that the current minimum wage is not enough for workers. They spoke at a Labour Day rally in Antigua and Barbuda. Moreover, they urged faster action to ease rising living costs. The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union strongly criticized the move to raise wages to $11.50. Instead, leaders pushed for a $13.50 […]
ABWU to host a full day of Labour Day activities on 4 May. Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union has planned a rally, a march, and a beach event. First, the day will begin with a rally at 09:00. This will take place at the union’s headquarters on Lower Newgate Street in St John’s. Organisers expect […]
ABWU is calling for stronger protections and greater fairness for workers. The union shared this message ahead of Labour Day. Meanwhile, Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union marked Labour Week with a clear theme. It focused on social development and equity. In addition, General Secretary David Massiah highlighted past achievements. He pointed to the Labour Code […]
The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) has expressed concern over the slow implementation of the new minimum wage. Currently, the government will raise the national minimum wage from $9.00 to $11.50 per hour, effective April 1, 2026. This is part of a phased increase toward $13.01 per hour. However, the ABWU said the phased […]
ABWU has expressed deep sadness at the passing of Greg Walter. He was the son of National Hero Sir George Walter. Sir George Walter was the Union’s first General Secretary. In a statement, ABWU acknowledged the loss with sorrow. The Union said the news brought great sadness. It also noted Greg Walter’s close connection to […]
ABWU President Kem Riley has gained a major regional post, marking a proud moment for the Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union. He was elected 3rd Vice-President of the Caribbean Congress of Labour during the organisation’s 22nd Triennial Delegates Conference in Trinidad and Tobago. His election strengthens Antigua and Barbuda’s voice in regional labour affairs and […]
St. John’s, Antigua – ABWU 18 September 2025 – Workplace stress and its impact on mental health willbe the focus of a special panel discussion that will form part of the Antigua & Barbuda Workers’Union 58th Annual Delegates Conference. The issue has become a growing concern, as many workers are struggling to cope with theincreased […]
Paula C. M. Lee to Deliver Feature Address at ABWU’s 58th Annual Delegates ConferenceSt. John’s, Antigua – September 16, 2025 – The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU)is proud to announce that Mrs. Paula C. M. Lee will deliver the feature address at the openingceremony of its 58th Annual Delegates Conference, being held under the […]
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