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UPP Pledges to Eliminate All Duties on Personal Vehicle Imports if Voted Into Power
The UPP has pledged to remove all duties and taxes on personal vehicle imports if elected, with additional relief proposed for commercial vehicle owners and farmers. The announcement was made by party representative Pringle at the UPP's campaign launch.
PM Browne Calls for ABLP Unity, Warns Voters Against Opposition 'Experiment'
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has urged ABLP supporters to remain united ahead of the upcoming election, warning that the country cannot afford a political "experiment" with untested leadership. Speaking at a party convention, Browne defended his administration's record and sharply criticized the opposition's readiness to govern.
ABLP Ratifies Full Slate of 17 Candidates for April 30 General Election
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party unanimously ratified its full slate of candidates at its national convention on Sunday, confirming the party's lineup for the April 30 general election. General Secretary Shenella Govia announced the Central Executive-approved list, which includes Prime Minister Gaston Browne and several sitting ministers.
Browne Unopposed as ABLP Leader at Convention Ahead of April 30 Elections
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has been re-elected unopposed as ABLP political leader at the party's national convention, with E.P. Chet Greene retaining the chairmanship and a full unified executive slate confirmed ahead of the April 30 general elections.
Browne Returned Unopposed as ABLP Leader, Warns Against 'Experiment' Ahead of Election
Gaston Browne was returned unopposed as leader of the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party at the party's convention, calling the next general election a decisive choice between proven leadership and what he described as dangerous political experimentation. Browne also highlighted party achievements and a vision for Antigua and Barbuda as a future 'lifestyle superpower.'
ABLP Convention Honours Browne's Leadership Ahead of General Elections
The ABLP held a high-energy party convention featuring a formal tribute to Prime Minister and party leader Gaston Browne, with Chairman E.P. Chet Greene praising his economic stewardship and leadership ahead of the upcoming general elections.
ABLP to Unveil 'Renaissance' Manifesto on April 20 Ahead of General Elections
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party will launch its 'Renaissance' manifesto on April 20 at the American University of Antigua, just ten days before the country's general elections. ABLP Chairman E.P. Chet Greene made the announcement during the party's national convention.
ABLP Convention Opens with 'Renaissance' Message and Show of Strength
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party opened its convention Sunday to a packed People's Place, with Chairman E.P. Chet Greene declaring a new "Renaissance" era for the country and calling the event a "convention of all conventions," as reported by Antigua.news.
ABEC Voter ID Replacements Top 27,000 with Election Season Underway
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission reports that applications for replacement voter ID cards have surpassed 27,000 as of April 11, 2026, though several constituencies remain well below full completion ahead of the upcoming general election.
Antigua Elite Gymnastics Academy Claims 16 Medals, Finishes Second in Regional Debut
The Antigua Elite Gymnastics Academy claimed 16 medals and finished second overall in its regional debut, competing against roughly 300 athletes from Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, and Jamaica. The team also swept the all-around trophies, taking first, second, and third place.
PM Browne: Over 4,000 Subsidised Homes Built in Past Decade
Prime Minister Gaston Browne says the government has facilitated the construction of more than 4,000 subsidised homes over the past decade, with individual unit subsidies ranging between EC$100,000 and EC$150,000. He described the programme as part of a wider strategy to improve affordability and build wealth among lower- and middle-income households.
PM Browne Pledges Condominium-Style Redevelopment for Grays Farm
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has pledged a condominium-style housing redevelopment for Grays Farm, including land reclamation and the relocation of Harbour Road, promising residents the same transformation delivered at Booby Alley in Point. The commitment was made at a campaign event in St John's Rural West ahead of the April 30 general election.
UWI Five Islands Campus to Offer Law Degree Starting September 2026
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced that the UWI Five Islands Campus is set to launch a Bachelor of Laws programme as early as September 2026, allowing Antiguans and Barbudans to pursue legal education at home for the first time.
SLBMC Urges Former Employees to Claim Retroactive Pay Owed Since 2010
The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre is urging former employees at home and abroad to claim retroactive payments — including a 9 percent salary increase and risk allowances — covering periods dating as far back as 2010. Eligible claimants are asked to submit inquiries via email to the hospital's designated address.
Voter ID Replacements Top 27,000 as St. Peter Leads; Several Constituencies Lag Behind
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has processed 27,322 voter ID replacement applications, with St. Peter leading at 85% completion, while several constituencies remain below the halfway mark. The programme has surged in recent months ahead of the upcoming general election.
PM Browne Eyes Young Senate Appointee in Push to Elevate Youth Leadership
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced he is considering appointing a person in their 20s to the Senate, as part of a broader effort to place young talent across statutory boards and national institutions. The move has sparked speculation over potential candidates and renewed debate about youth leadership in Antigua and Barbuda.
El Niño May Tame 2026 Hurricane Season, But Experts Warn Against Complacency
A developing El Niño pattern is forecast to suppress Atlantic hurricane activity in 2026, with projections pointing to below-average storm numbers. However, experts warn that the threat is not eliminated and residents should remain prepared.
PM Browne: Government Subsidising Fuel at $1.67 Per Gallon to Curb Living Costs
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has confirmed that the government is subsidising diesel at $1.67 per gallon across both transport and electricity production, but warned the policy may not be sustainable if global fuel prices continue to rise.
ABLP Blankets Antigua with Billboards and Signage Ahead of April 30 Election
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party has blanketed the country with billboards, banners, and campaign signage ahead of the April 30 general election, with observers describing the effort as well-organised and well-funded.
ABLP Blankets Island with Billboards and Campaign Materials Ahead of April 30 Vote
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party has blanketed constituencies across the island with billboards, banners, and campaign materials ahead of the April 30 general election. The widespread red-branded displays, featuring Prime Minister Gaston Browne and the party's "Renaissance" theme, point to a well-resourced and coordinated re-election campaign.