Cabinet Backs Preservation of Seaview Farm Pottery Heritage
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has approved a series of initiatives to preserve the historic pottery tradition of Seaview Farm. The craft, maintained by master potter Hyacinth Hillhouse, is…
Government Moves to Reclaim Lands for Low-Income Housing Development
Cabinet has approved the termination of a lease for lands at Sutherlands to facilitate a major low-income housing development. The site, which includes parts occupied by the Clarevue Mental Hospital,…
Rent-to-Own Programme Approved for Booby Alley Housing Development
Residents of the Booby Alley Housing Project will soon have a pathway to homeownership following Cabinet’s approval of a rent-to-own programme. The development, funded by the People’s Republic of China,…
North Sound Drag Racing Track to Undergo Major Safety Upgrade
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has signed an agreement with China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation to repave and upgrade the North Sound Drag Racing Track. Located near the Sir…
Treasury Restructuring to Strengthen Financial Oversight Across Ministries
A new restructuring initiative within the Treasury Department is set to enhance financial oversight and accountability across Government ministries in Antigua and Barbuda. Cabinet has approved a pilot programme that…
Antigua and Barbuda to Establish First National Cardiology Center
In a major step forward for healthcare, the Government of Antigua and Barbuda has approved the establishment of its first National Cardiology Center. The facility, to be developed in partnership…
EC$28M in Retroactive Payments Already Made to Public Servants
More than EC$28.7 million in retroactive salary payments have been made to public servants, as part of efforts to settle outstanding obligations dating back to 2018. A report presented to…
Cabinet Moves to Tackle High Airfares Between Antigua and Barbuda
Government has signaled plans to intervene in rising airfare costs between Antigua and Barbuda, acknowledging growing concerns over accessibility and economic impact. The issue was brought to Cabinet by caretaker for…
Pensioners, Public Servants to Benefit from 5% Increase as Government Expands Relief Measures
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has approved a five percent increase in pension payments, extending a wave of income support measures aimed at cushioning citizens from persistent cost-of-living pressures.…
0.8% Drop in Inflation Despite Monthly Price Uptick in February 2026
Antigua and Barbuda recorded a decline in headline inflation for the 12 months ending February 2026, even as prices edged upward on a monthly basis, reflecting mixed movements across key…
