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Jolly Harbour Freeholder Takes DCA to Court Over Sewage Station Built Without Permits
A Jolly Harbour freeholder has brought a judicial review against the Development Control Authority after a sewage lift station was built eleven feet from his family home without permits, an Environmental Impact Assessment, or notification to him as an adjacent owner. The DCA's defence rests on a development plan it admits it cannot locate.
St. Joseph's Academy Defends Debate Crown at UWI Five Islands Campus
St. Joseph's Academy has successfully defended its Caribbean Union Bank Inter-Secondary School Debate Series title, defeating Sir Novelle Richards Academy in the final held at the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus. The competition featured sixteen secondary schools from across Antigua and Barbuda.
Greene Calls for Sweeping CARICOM Border Security Overhaul at Regional Summit
Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene has unveiled a sweeping six-point border security proposal at a regional CARICOM summit, calling for a biometric travel credential, joint intelligence units and a permanent border governance council to combat transnational crime across the Caribbean.
Governor General Lauds APUA Water Expansion, Praises Minister Nicholas in Throne Speech
Governor General Sir Rodney Williamson used Tuesday's Throne Speech to highlight a decade of expansion in Antigua's water production capacity and to commend Public Utilities Minister Melford Nicholas for his stewardship of the island's water supply infrastructure.
Government Plans 14 Million Gallons Daily as APUA Water Expansion Pushed Forward
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has announced plans to increase daily potable water production to 14 million gallons before year's end, building on a decade of expansion that has already seen APUA's output grow from 3.5 million to 11 million gallons daily. The Throne Speech also acknowledged persistent challenges with aging pipeline infrastructure driving widespread road disruptions across the country.
Throne Speech Praises Works Minister Browne Amid Government Road Improvement Push
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams praised Works Minister Maria Browne during Tuesday's Throne Speech, highlighting major road upgrades across Antigua while acknowledging ongoing challenges posed by aging underground water infrastructure.
Government Commits EC$300 Million to Expand UWI Five Islands Campus
The Antigua and Barbuda government has unveiled a EC$300 million plan to expand the UWI Five Islands Campus, with promises of new schools and eventually tuition-free tertiary education for citizens. The announcement was made during Tuesday's Throne Speech by Governor General Sir Rodney Williams.
St Kitts Blocks Air Peace Passengers; Antigua Defends Cautious Stance
St Kitts and Nevis has reportedly refused landing clearance for some Air Peace passengers travelling onward from Barbados, as Caribbean governments grow increasingly cautious amid Ebola outbreak warnings linked to the new Nigeria-to-Caribbean air service. Antigua and Barbuda had already diverted the flight before it could reach V.C. Bird International Airport.
Freeland Backs Senate President's Removal of Opposition Leader from Parliament
Minister of State Michael Freeland has defended Senate President Alincia Williams-Grant's decision to eject Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle from Tuesday's joint sitting of Parliament, after Pringle was ruled to have not taken the required oath of allegiance. The incident drew a sharp response from United Progressive Party officials, who accused the Senate President of partisan conduct.
UPP Vows to Pursue Throne Speech Dispute as Pringle Remains Unsworn
Senate Minority Leader Chester Hughes has signalled that the UPP's dispute with Senate President Alincia Williams-Grant over the exclusion of Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle from the May 26 Throne Speech will continue, following a walkout by all four sworn Opposition Senators. Pringle has yet to take the parliamentary oath after missing the first House sitting on May 18 due to a family medical matter.
Throne Speech Backs Turner's Urban Renewal Drive as St. John's Transformation Takes Shape
Antigua's Throne Speech delivered a strong endorsement of Minister Rawdon Turner's social and urban transformation agenda, highlighting the Zero Hunger Program and plans to revitalise St. John's through targeted redevelopment and building restoration. The government signalled that Turner's ministry will be central to reshaping the capital over the next five years.
PM Browne Blasts Opposition Walkout as 'Dunce Leadership' After Parliament Oath Row
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has condemned the opposition's walkout from Tuesday's joint sitting of Parliament, calling their conduct "dunce leadership" after Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle was removed for failing to take the oath of allegiance. Browne defended the ruling by Senate President Alincia Williams-Grant, insisting the Constitution leaves no room for exceptions.
Opposition Senators Walk Out After Pringle Barred from Throne Speech Sitting
All four Opposition Senators walked out of Monday's Throne Speech sitting after Senate President Alincia Williams-Grant barred Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle from being seated, citing his outstanding Oath of Office. The UPP has condemned the move as politically partisan and a deliberate attempt to humiliate the Opposition.
Throne Speech Spotlights Minister Freeland as Rising Force in Tourism Portfolio
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams used Tuesday's Throne Speech to commend newly elected Minister of State Michael Freeland for his early leadership within the Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation and Investment. The public endorsement marks Freeland as a rising figure in the current administration.
Barbados Language Institute Backs Antigua and Barbuda's Spanish Education Push
The World Skills Language Institute in Barbados has praised Antigua and Barbuda's push to expand Spanish language education, calling it a vital step toward regional integration and economic competitiveness. The institute, as reported by Antigua.news, emphasized that multilingual communication is increasingly essential for professional advancement across the Caribbean and Latin America.
Governor General Hails April 30 Election as Proof of Antigua and Barbuda's Democratic Strength
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams used Tuesday's Throne Speech to commend Antiguans and Barbudans for conducting a peaceful and dignified general election campaign, declaring the April 30 vote a testament to the nation's democratic maturity. Sir Rodney noted that the four-week campaign passed without a single incident of vandalism or violence.
Governor General Hails Greene's Foreign Affairs Leadership in Throne Speech
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams delivered a strong endorsement of Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene during Tuesday's Throne Speech, citing Greene's skilled leadership as Antigua and Barbuda navigates the economic fallout of escalating global conflicts. The remarks came as Parliament opened a new legislative term following the government's April 30 election victory.
Opposition Leader Pringle Ejected from Joint Sitting Over Oath Requirement
Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle was ordered to leave Tuesday's joint sitting of Parliament after Senate President Alincia Williams-Grant ruled he had not taken the constitutionally required oath of allegiance, having been abroad when oaths were administered.
Health Minister Urges Antiguans to Break Mental Health Stigma
Health Minister Michael Joseph is urging Antiguans and Barbudans to confront the stigma surrounding mental illness and seek help without fear, as the country observes Mental Health Awareness Month. The minister reaffirmed the Ministry of Health's commitment to expanding access to mental wellness services and support.
PM Browne Honours ABLP Stalwart Mary-Clare Hurst at Emotional Candlelight Vigil
Prime Minister Gaston Browne led an emotional candlelight vigil Friday night honouring former Minister of State and longtime ABLP stalwart Mary-Clare Hurst, praising her decades of unwavering loyalty and dedication to public service. Supporters, family members, and political colleagues gathered to pay tribute to the woman affectionately known as "Tanty."