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US Restricts Antiguan and Barbudan Visas to Single Entry, Three-Month Validity
The United States has updated its visa reciprocity schedule to restrict newly issued non-immigrant visas for Antiguan and Barbudan nationals to a single entry with a three-month validity period. The change affects tourist and business visa categories and represents a further tightening of US visa access for citizens of Antigua and Barbuda.
Parliament to Convene Within Weeks to Pass Immigration Amnesty Legislation
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has announced Parliament will convene within two weeks to pass new immigration legislation establishing the legal basis for a national amnesty programme aimed at regularising long-term residents.
UPP Chairman Accuses Government of 'Election Gimmicks' and Neglecting Agriculture
UPP Chairman D. Gisele Isaac has accused the government of deploying last-minute political tactics in St. Philip's North while neglecting the agricultural sector. Isaac described the moves as "election gimmicks" and called the upcoming vote a referendum on the administration's performance.
Newfield Infrastructure Blasted as 'Substandard' Ahead of St. Philip's North By-Election
Political figure Derrick Nicholas has criticised recent infrastructure upgrades in Newfield, St. Philip's North, calling the work "substandard" and "hurried" days before a by-election in the constituency, according to Antigua Observer.
UPP's Azille Slams Government Over Neglect of Foundational Education
UPP caretaker for St John's City East, Asworth Azille, criticized the government at a Newfield rally for prioritizing tertiary education while neglecting foundational learning. According to Antigua Observer, Azille argued the administration's approach comes at a significant cost to the country's education system.
MP Lewis Backs Browne in St Philip's North By-Election, Calls Race a 'Mission of Redemption'
MP Richard Lewis has endorsed Alex Browne for the St Philip's North by-election, calling the upcoming vote a 'mission of redemption' for the constituency at a rally in Newfield. The endorsement, reported by Antigua Observer, signals the high political stakes surrounding the contest.
MP Watts Blasts Government Over 'Miracle' Utilities and Agricultural Failures Ahead of By-Election
St. George's MP Algernon "Serpent" Watts has accused the government of using temporary utility improvements and agricultural neglect as political tools to influence the upcoming March 16th by-election, according to Antigua Observer.
UPP Rally in St. Philip's North Frames By-Election as End to 50 Years of Neglect
The UPP held an endorsement rally in Newfield ahead of the March 16th by-election in St. Philip's North, with speakers calling the vote a national "barometer" and a chance to end decades of neglect in the constituency.
Education Minister Calls Viral School Meal Image 'Deliberate Mischief'
Education Minister Daryll Matthew is calling out a social media image purportedly showing a school meal as misleading and deliberately mischievous, as reported by Antigua Observer. The image, which depicted a small portion of spaghetti and salad, has drawn public scrutiny to the government's school meals programme.
Minister Matthew Pays Emotional Tribute to Late Predecessor Teco Lake at Candlelight Vigil
Education Minister Daryll Matthew delivered an emotional tribute to the late Eustace "Teco" Lake at a candlelight vigil, reflecting on a friendship that survived political transition and found reconciliation. According to Antigua Observer, Matthew spoke candidly about the complex but ultimately peaceful bond he shared with his late predecessor.
Cabinet Warns Cannabis Authority to Accelerate Stalled Medicinal Industry
Cabinet has warned the Cannabis Authority's leadership to accelerate development of Antigua and Barbuda's medicinal cannabis industry or face further government scrutiny. The directive was announced by Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant at the weekly post-Cabinet briefing.
Cabinet Loses Patience with APUA Over Persistent Street Lighting Failures
Cabinet has lost patience with the Antigua Public Utilities Authority over persistent street lighting failures, with Acting Prime Minister Sir Steadroy Benjamin delivering a firm message to APUA at Wednesday's Cabinet meeting.