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ABLP's Beazer Promises Barbuda Wealth Fund, Targets Cabinet Seat in April 30 Vote
ABLP candidate Kendra Beazer has unveiled a Barbuda Wealth Fund proposal at a pre-election rally, promising to redirect investment revenues toward long-term island development as he challenges incumbent BPM MP Trevor Walker ahead of the April 30 general election. As reported by Antigua.news, Beazer also pledged Cabinet-level representation for Barbuda and vocational training programmes for young residents.
ABLP Candidate Newton Vows New Old Road Clinic and Ambulance Within First Year
ABLP candidate Lamin Newton has pledged to build a new clinic in Old Road and secure a donated ambulance for the All Saints area within his first year in office, making healthcare the centrepiece of his All Saints East and St. Luke campaign. Newton outlined a series of time-bound commitments on ABS Television, citing existing donor conversations and completed facility drawings as evidence the pledges are deliverable.
Joseph Pledges Concrete Roads and Drainage Fix for St. John's Rural West
ABLP candidate Michael Joseph has outlined plans for concrete road construction and engineering solutions to address chronic flooding in St. John's Rural West, targeting Golden Grove Extension, Cooks, and the notorious 'Big Gutter' drainage system ahead of the April 30 general election.
ABLP's Michael Joseph Vows Complete Drainage Overhaul for St. John's Rural West
ABLP candidate Michael Joseph has launched his "Renaissance" manifesto for St. John's Rural West, placing a full overhaul of the constituency's drainage systems at the heart of a wide-ranging platform that also addresses roads, healthcare, youth development and utilities. As reported by Antigua.news, Joseph plans to partner with the Department of Environment to access Climate Adaptation funding to support the infrastructure works.
Nearly 30,000 Replacement Voter IDs Issued Ahead of April 30 General Election
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission reports that more than 29,000 replacement voter ID applications have been processed across all 17 constituencies ahead of the April 30 general election. Completion rates vary widely, with some constituencies nearing 90 percent and others still in the mid-50 percent range.
APUA Employee of 25 Years Calls Out CEO's Leadership in Open Letter to PM
An anonymous APUA employee of over 25 years has written an open letter to Prime Minister Gaston Browne, alleging financial mismanagement, excessive micromanagement, and a flawed appointment process surrounding CEO John Bradshaw. The letter, reported by Antigua News Room, calls on the Prime Minister to look beyond official reports and take a closer look at conditions within the public utility.
UPP's Pringle Vows Urgent Fuel Relief Talks with WIOC, Bus Operators if Elected
UPP leader Jamale Pringle has pledged to hold urgent talks with WIOC and public transport operators on fuel relief if his party wins the April 30 general election. Pringle described rising gasoline and food costs as a matter of urgency requiring immediate government intervention.
Letter Suggests UPP MPs Moved to Oust Pringle as Opposition Leader in Favour of Lewis
A letter circulating during the election campaign suggests UPP MPs attempted to replace political leader Jamale Pringle with Richard Lewis as Leader of the Opposition. The document, apparently linked to former MP Kelvin "Shugy" Simon, signals deepening divisions within the party.
Beazer Calls for Action Over Rhetoric at Barbuda Campaign Rally
Candidate Kendra Beazer addressed a campaign rally in Barbuda, calling on voters to demand action over empty promises and framing the April 30 election as a critical turning point for the island. As reported by Antigua News Room, Beazer pledged result-driven leadership and urged supporters to hold him accountable if elected.
PM Browne Pledges Cabinet Seat for Barbuda if Beazer Wins April 30 Election
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has pledged to appoint Kendra Beazer to Cabinet if she wins the April 30 Barbuda election, arguing the move would give the island direct influence over national policy and development decisions.
ABEC Urges Voters to Collect Replacement ID Cards Before Offices Close
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission is urging voters who replaced their ID cards between March 23 and April 2 to collect them promptly from their respective Registration Units. Extended weekday hours of 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. are in effect amid increased pre-election activity.
Voter ID Transactions Top 29,000 as Antigua Heads Toward General Election
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has recorded more than 29,000 voter ID transactions through mid-April, with a notable weekly surge of over 2,500 replacement applications processed between April 12 and 18. The figures signal intensifying voter preparation ahead of the general election.
Poll Shows 93% of Respondents Back Mandatory Election Debates in Antigua and Barbuda
An informal online poll has found that 93 percent of respondents support mandatory election debates in Antigua and Barbuda, while a second poll revealed that 86 percent of voters would abstain rather than support an underperforming candidate from their preferred party.
Poll: 93% of Antiguans Support Mandatory Pre-Election Debates
An informal online poll conducted on the Pineapple Express 268 Facebook page found that approximately 93 percent of respondents support making pre-election debates mandatory in Antigua and Barbuda. A second poll from the same page revealed that 86 percent of voters would abstain rather than cross party lines if their preferred candidate was underperforming.
ABLP Launches 100-Home Housing Project in Five Islands for First-Time Buyers
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party has announced a 100-unit housing development in Five Islands aimed at first-time homeowners, with two- and three-bedroom concrete homes to be built to climate-resilient standards. The project falls under the ABLP's broader national affordable housing strategy, which has delivered over 2,395 homes since 2014.
CARICOM Faces Its Toughest Test Amid Shifting Global Order, Foreign Policy Rifts
CARICOM is confronting what analysts describe as its toughest test yet, as foreign policy divisions among member states — exposed by the so-called Trump Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine and the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran — strain regional unity at a moment of sweeping global change. St. Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Terrance Drew holds the bloc's rotating chairmanship as it navigates the turbulence.
Letter: Campaign Workers Demand Fairness and Recognition After Elections
A letter published by Antigua News Room calls on political leaders, particularly within the ABLP, to recognise and fairly reward the grassroots campaign workers whose efforts drive electoral victories, warning that a culture of neglect risks undermining future political movements.
Letter: US Visa Ban Draws Criticism of ABLP's Response
A published letter, reported by Antigua News Room, criticises the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party for allegedly failing to act or communicate publicly on the US suspension of visa and green card issuance to Antiguan and Barbudan nationals. The author, who describes themselves as an immigration professional, says clients are suffering and calls for immediate government intervention.
UWI Five Islands Expands Community Ties, Launches Law Programme
The UWI Five Islands Campus is expanding its community partnerships, regional academic links, and programme offerings, including a forthcoming law programme developed with the Mona Campus. Marketing Officer Shavar Maloney outlined the institution's recent achievements and upcoming initiatives in an interview with state media, as reported by Antigua.news.
ABLP Candidate Joseph Unveils Sweeping Development Plan for St. John's Rural West
ABLP candidate Michael Joseph has outlined an ambitious platform for St. John's Rural West, promising infrastructure repairs, 100 new low-income homes, an entrepreneur hub, and a beachfront development corridor ahead of the April 30 general election. As reported by Antigua News Room, Joseph made his case during an appearance on ABS television's Know Your Candidates programme.