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All Saints East and St. Luke Residents Demand Candidate Debate Ahead of Election
Residents of All Saints East and St. Luke are calling for a public debate between UPP candidate Jamale Pringle and ABLP caretaker Lamin Newton ahead of the next general election.
Opinion: Antiguan Youth Urged to Vote for Individuals Over Party Loyalty
A new opinion piece, as reported by Antigua News Room, is urging Antiguan youth to vote based on individual candidate merit rather than party loyalty, arguing that mobilised young voters hold the power to force political accountability in the country.
Fuller Predicts Independent Candidates Will Challenge Major Parties in Next Election
Businessman Eli Fuller has predicted that independent candidates will contest the next general election, citing growing public disillusionment with both major parties. Fuller clarified that his own suggestion of running in St. Mary's South was an April Fool's joke, and confirmed he does not currently plan to seek office.
Extended Hours at Two Community Health Centres Set to Begin April 13
The Ministry of Health has postponed the launch of extended evening hours at Gray's Farm and Clare Hall Health Centres to April 13, 2026, citing the need for final operational preparations. The two clinics will operate until 9:00 p.m. on weekdays once the programme begins.
Letter: Opposition Weakness Is No Reason to Delay Elections, Voter Argues
A member of the public, writing to Antigua News Room, has pushed back against claims that calling a snap election is unfair to a weakened United Progressive Party, arguing that electoral readiness is the opposition's responsibility alone and that democracy cannot be paused for any party's convenience.
New UPP Candidate Adrian Williams: 'It Has Always Been on My Heart to Serve'
Adrian Williams, the newly selected UPP candidate for St. John's City South, has made his first public remarks since his nomination, describing his entry into politics as a lifelong calling centred on unity, development, and opportunity for future generations.
Cabinet Rallies Behind Browne, Calls on Voters to Sustain National Progress
The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has issued a statement urging voters to support Prime Minister Gaston Browne at the upcoming polls, citing over a decade of national growth and strong leadership. Officials described the moment as defining for the country's future and encouraged all eligible citizens to participate in the democratic process.
Fuller Says Snap Election Would Be Unfair Amid UPP Internal Turmoil
A figure identified as Fuller has argued that calling a snap election would be unfair while the United Progressive Party is reportedly in disarray. Antigua News Room covered the remarks, which carry potential implications for Antigua and Barbuda's political landscape.
Government Raises Duty Waiver Ceiling to $100,000 for Home Construction and Repairs
The Antiguan government has expanded its duty waiver programme under the CABI initiative, allowing homeowners and builders to access up to $100,000 in tax-free building materials for both new construction and renovations. The move aims to ease construction costs and improve housing conditions across the island.
Government Closely Monitoring Antiguan Students in Cuba Amid Ongoing Concerns
The Antiguan government says it is in weekly contact with Antiguan and Barbudan students in Cuba, offering financial assistance and developing contingency plans with OECS partners amid persisting concerns over conditions on the island.
Government Opens 50-Acre Land Programme for First-Time Owners in All Saints
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has made 50 acres of land in the MacPond area of All Saints available through its Land Empowerment Programme, with residential plots priced from $3 per square foot and monthly payments starting at $175. The initiative targets first-time landowners and low- to middle-income earners, with a concessional rate available for long-standing occupants.
Cabinet Rallies Public Support for PM Browne Ahead of General Elections
The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has issued a statement urging citizens to support Prime Minister Gaston Browne's government in the upcoming general elections, citing twelve years of national development and the need for continued strong leadership.
Freeman's Village Street to Bear Name of Centenarian Trade Unionist Christopher Browne
Cabinet has approved the naming of a Freeman's Village street after the late Christopher Neville Browne, a centenarian trade unionist and lifelong advocate for workers' rights. The street will be officially designated "Christopher Neville Browne Road."
Antigua and Barbuda Signs Air Connectivity Deal With Saint-Martin
Antigua and Barbuda has signed a Letter of Intent with the Collectivité of Saint-Martin to improve air transport links across the Eastern Caribbean. The non-binding agreement establishes a framework for cooperation between airports, tourism authorities, and regional carriers.
Ambassador Sanders: Caribbean Trade Diversification Is Necessity, Not Choice
Antigua and Barbuda's Ambassador to the United States, Sir Ronald Sanders, argues that Caribbean nations are not choosing to reduce trade dependence on the U.S. — they are being forced to by tariffs, rising import costs, and increasing barriers to doing business. Writing in a published commentary, he warns that without policy changes, the U.S. risks losing a loyal regional market.
Lovell: All Saints West Voters Threaten to Withhold Votes Over Roads, Water Crisis
UPP candidate Harold Lovell says All Saints West residents are fed up with deteriorating roads and poor drainage, with one constituent threatening to withhold her vote unless basic infrastructure issues are addressed. Lovell is calling for a long-term road construction programme, accusing the government of rushing projects before elections and abandoning them after.
Parliament Dissolved, Elections Imminent as Cabinet Approves Sweeping Relief Measures
Parliament has been formally dissolved ahead of general elections, as Cabinet also approved a sweeping package of measures including utility arrears waivers, land releases, building material duty exemptions, and the continuation of retroactive pay for public servants.
WIOC Ownership Transfer Marks 11 Years of Economic Gains for Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda's Cabinet has marked eleven years since the transfer of the West Indies Oil Company to local ownership, citing more than EC$230 million in profits and EC$270 million in infrastructure investment since the 2015 agreement. Officials hail the move as one of the country's most significant modern economic policies.
Gov't Opens 50 Acres in All Saints for Purchase Under Land Empowerment Programme
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has made 50 acres of land in the All Saints area available for purchase under its Land Empowerment Programme, with monthly payments starting as low as $175. Long-standing occupants of 15 of those acres will be offered the land at a special concessional rate of $1 per square foot.
Antigua and Barbuda Signs Air Connectivity Pact with Saint-Martin
Antigua and Barbuda has signed a Letter of Intent with the Collectivité of Saint-Martin to improve air connectivity across the Eastern Caribbean. Prime Minister Gaston Browne described the non-binding agreement as a significant step toward stronger bilateral relations and regional cooperation.