Major Legislative Agenda Set to Reshape Legal, Security and Health Framework

A wide-ranging legislative programme set for debate in the House of Representatives is expected to introduce sweeping reforms across Antigua and Barbuda’s justice system, public safety architecture, healthcare regulation and international cooperation frameworks. Cabinet has welcomed the agenda scheduled for presentation on Monday, 16 June 2026, describing the package of bills as a significant step in the Government’s ongoing effort…

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CHOGM 2026 Preparations Intensify as Antigua and Barbuda Prepares for Global Spotlight

Antigua and Barbuda is steadily advancing preparations to host the 2026 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), with officials reporting strong international interest and extensive logistical planning already underway for the high-profile summit. Cabinet received a detailed update from the country’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and the Director General within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, who outlined progress…

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Japan Mission Opens Door to Fisheries Upgrade and Sargassum Solutions for Antigua and Barbuda

Opportunities for major upgrades to Antigua and Barbuda’s fisheries sector and coastal management systems have emerged following high-level talks in Japan aimed at strengthening cooperation in agriculture, marine development and sustainable economic growth. The Minister for Agriculture reported to Cabinet that a recent official visit to Japan included discussions with senior officials from Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, focusing on…

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Macmillan Education Caribbean has announced the launch of the second edition of…

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Cabinet Reaffirms Support for CDEMA as Region Faces Growing Climate Threats

The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has reaffirmed its strong commitment to…

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New Boards to Strengthen Health and Environmental Governance

Cabinet has approved a series of appointments to statutory and advisory boards…

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Dedicated Night Court for Traffic Offences Coming Soon

Government says it is moving to tackle the growing backlog of traffic…

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New Scrap Metal Removal Agreement to Rehabilitate Cooks Landfill

The Government has approved a major environmental cleanup initiative that will see…

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Early Childhood Education Expands with Preschool Government Takeover and New Centres

The Government of Antigua and Barbuda is set to strengthen its early…

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Gov’t to Lead Major Redevelopment of Fort James Beach

The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has announced plans for a comprehensive…

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Government Approves New Management Structure for Fisheries Complexes

The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has approved sweeping changes to the…

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