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Cabinet Approves $50,000 Monthly Subsidy to Lower Antigua–Barbuda Airfares
Antigua and Barbuda's Cabinet has approved a $50,000 monthly subsidy to reduce airfare costs between the two islands, following concerns raised by newly appointed Barbuda caretaker Kendra Beazer about rising ticket prices and limited travel options.
Treasury Begins Final Phase of Retroactive Pay Disbursements for Public Servants
The Treasury Department has begun the final phase of retroactive pay disbursements to public servants covering January 2018 to December 2023, with total payments across the first two phases exceeding $4.6 million. Outstanding teacher upgrade payments are expected to be issued by the end of Thursday.
ABWU Warns Cabinet's Phased Minimum Wage Plan Will Harm Vulnerable Workers
The Antigua and Barbuda Workers' Union has accepted the Government's minimum wage increase to $11.50 per hour but warns that the Cabinet's extended three-phase rollout to $13.01 will prolong hardship for vulnerable workers. The union is also questioning whether the timing of the announcement is politically motivated.
Government to Complete Teacher Upgrade Payments by Week's End Amid Retroactive Pay Rollout
The government aims to complete long-outstanding upgrade payments to teachers by Thursday, as retroactive pay disbursements covering January to December 2023 continue across public service departments. More than EC$4.6 million has already been distributed, with additional payments pending final verification.
Government Launches Subsidised Cement Block Sales to Boost Affordable Housing
The Antiguan government has begun producing subsidised cement blocks at a state-backed facility, with plans to sell them to the public as part of a broader affordable housing initiative. Housing Minister Rawdon Turner is expected to announce distribution details in the coming days.
Government Expands Housing Support With New Building Materials Shipment and Duty Waiver
The Antiguan government has announced a new shipment of building materials alongside an expanded duty waiver programme aimed at broadening housing support for residents. The initiative is intended to ease the financial burden on citizens seeking to build or repair their homes.
All Saints Road Works Resume with Overnight Closures and Detours
The Ministry of Works has announced the resumption of infrastructure rehabilitation on All Saints Road, with overnight road closures and detours in the Briggins area taking effect from 7 pm on Thursday, 2nd April 2026. Motorists are advised to adjust their travel plans and follow directions from flag persons on site.
UPP Names Adrian Williams as St. John's City South Candidate for General Election
The United Progressive Party has selected Adrian Williams as its candidate for St. John's City South, with the party's full slate of candidates set for formal ratification on April 7. The party waived its standard membership requirement to allow Williams to contest the seat.
Man Sentenced to Five Years for Sexually Assaulting 13-Year-Old Cousin
A man has been sentenced to five years in prison after being convicted of sexually assaulting his 13-year-old cousin on what was supposed to be a trip to school. The jury unanimously rejected his defence, delivering guilty verdicts after roughly 90 minutes of deliberations.
Census Field Operations Suspended Ahead of Antigua and Barbuda General Elections
Antigua and Barbuda's Census Office has temporarily halted all 2025 Population and Housing Census field operations, including household visits and data collection, ahead of the country's impending general elections. Officials say the suspension is necessary to protect the integrity of both processes, with field work set to resume after the elections conclude.
UPP Names Adrian Williams as St. John's City South Candidate Ahead of General Election
Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle has confirmed Adrian Williams as the UPP's candidate for St. John's City South, with the party's full candidate slate set to be ratified by the General Council on April 7.
Government Approves Second $1M Building Materials Shipment to Aid Vulnerable Homeowners
The government has approved a new shipment of building materials, valued at approximately $1 million, expected to arrive within two weeks to support housing repairs for low-income and vulnerable residents. The announcement follows a previous delivery of equal value and an expanded duty waiver programme on construction materials.
APUA Reports Rise in Network Leaks as Daily Water Output Tops 9 Million Gallons
APUA has reported a rise in network leaks due to strain on aging pipelines, while confirming that daily water production remains stable at over 9 million imperial gallons. The authority says several infrastructure upgrades, including a new reverse osmosis plant at Crabbs, are currently in progress.
Cabinet Rejects Election Inducement Claims as Campaign Period Begins
The Antiguan government has rejected claims that recent policy announcements are intended as electoral inducements, with the Director General of Communications insisting the measures are consistent with the administration's long-standing record of governance. The comments follow the dissolution of Parliament, with general elections expected within 90 days.
Parliament Dissolved, Executive Retains Governing Authority Ahead of General Elections
Antigua and Barbuda's Parliament has been formally dissolved, with Cabinet set to continue governing the country as the nation enters a general election period expected within 90 days. Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant urged eligible voters to ensure their registration and identification cards are in order ahead of the upcoming polls.
SLBMC Medical Director Calls for Stronger National Support on World Autism Awareness Day
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre's Medical Director Dr. Shivon Belle-Jarvis used World Autism Awareness Day to call for stronger national action on autism care, urging earlier intervention, greater community awareness, and improved school and therapy resources across Antigua and Barbuda.
Halo Foundation Joins Global Coalition to Protect Children Online
The Halo Foundation has launched the Fostering the Future Together initiative in Antigua and Barbuda, joining a global coalition led by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump to promote children's digital safety and education. Her Excellency Lady Sandra Williams announced the partnership, which includes plans for a national programme featuring STEM labs, digital literacy training, and EdTech access.
Government Waives Utility Arrears for Long-Disconnected Households
The Antiguan government has approved an amnesty waiving all utility arrears for residents disconnected from electricity, water, or landline services for more than six months. Affected households are encouraged to contact APUA to arrange reconnection under the programme.
Four Children Killed in Machete Attack at Ugandan Nursery School
A man disguised as a parent forced his way into a nursery school in Uganda's capital Kampala on Thursday and killed four young children with a machete before being arrested by police.
Opinion: Five Young Women Who Deserve a Seat in Antigua's Senate
As Antigua and Barbuda nears its next general election, a new opinion piece reported by Antigua.news makes the case for appointing five accomplished young women — Janet Simon, Kristine Louisa, Kaiesha Joseph, Makiba Ward, and Tanya Ambrose — to the Senate, citing their proven records in community service, youth advocacy, and national development.