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OPINION: Are Workers Truly Safe in Their Workplaces?
As the world observes World Day for Safety and Health at Work on April 28, educator and social commentator Wayne Campbell examines whether workers truly feel safe in their workplaces, calling for stronger policies to address both physical and psychosocial occupational hazards.
Foreign Affairs Minister Calls for Full Commonwealth Participation at CHOGM 2026
Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene has called on Commonwealth member states to fully participate in CHOGM 2026, set for November 1–4 in Antigua and Barbuda. The appeal was made during a welcome reception for an advance diplomatic delegation visiting the island this week.
ABEC Chairman Demands Order and Valid ID as Antigua and Barbuda Heads to the Polls
ABEC Chairman Arthur G.B. Thomas has issued a firm pre-election directive requiring valid voter ID at all polling stations and calling for order, neutrality, and mutual respect throughout election day. As reported by Antigua News Room, Thomas stressed that compliance with electoral rules is essential to the credibility of the outcome.
US to Deny Visas to Applicants Who Admit Fearing Persecution at Home
The Trump administration is requiring nonimmigrant visa applicants to verbally confirm they do not fear persecution at home, with any admission of fear resulting in visa denial. The policy, detailed in a diplomatic cable to all US embassies and consulates, marks a further tightening of US immigration restrictions.
Antigua and Barbuda Heads to the Polls Tomorrow as 37 Candidates Vie for 17 Seats
Antigua and Barbuda heads to the polls tomorrow, with 37 candidates contesting 17 seats in a general election that will determine the country's next government. The outcome will shape the nation's leadership for the next five years.
ABEC Briefs Local and International Observers Ahead of April 30 General Elections
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission held a final pre-election briefing with local, regional, and international observers on Tuesday, outlining preparations for the General Elections set for April 30, 2026. Commission officials emphasized transparency, operational readiness, and adherence to international electoral standards.
ABEC Extends Hours to 10PM to Process Voter ID Cards Before Thursday's Election
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has extended its operating hours to 10 p.m. on Wednesday to process a surge in voter ID card applications, though replacement and renewal requests will no longer be accepted after 7 p.m.
ABEC Extends Voter ID Collection Hours to 10PM Before Election Day
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has extended registration unit hours to 10 p.m. to allow electors more time to collect voter ID cards, though the renewal process closes at 7 p.m. A valid voter ID card is required to cast a ballot.
Antigua Ambassador Proposes China-Backed Surveillance Network in Diplomatic Meeting
Antigua and Barbuda's Ambassador Dr. Dario Item met with China's Ambassador Jiang Wei on Wednesday, proposing Chinese support for a nationwide surveillance network as part of broader discussions on security and bilateral cooperation. According to Antigua.news, both sides agreed to continue talks on the initiative and other areas of joint development.
OPINION: Greene Makes Case for ABLP Ahead of General Election
Cabinet Minister Hon. E. P. Chet Greene has penned an opinion piece calling on Antiguans and Barbudans to return the ABLP to power ahead of this week's general election, sharply criticising opposition leader Jamale Pringle as unfit for office and championing Prime Minister Gaston Browne's Renaissance Agenda as the only credible path forward.
ABEC Outlines Special ID Card Process for Voters Ahead of General Elections 2026
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has outlined procedures for voters needing replacement identification cards ahead of General Elections 2026, with special arrangements available on Election Day, April 30. Separate processes apply for expired cards and those that have been lost or stolen.
Special ID Cards Available on Election Day for Voters with Expired Credentials
Voters with expired, lost, or stolen Voter's ID Cards can obtain a Special Identification Card on Election Day, April 30, 2026, at designated Registration Units and the Electoral Commission's headquarters. Applicants must bring a valid government-issued ID and a passport-size photograph.
ABLP Accuses UPP of Misleading Voters in Three Constituencies
The ABLP has accused the UPP of deliberately providing false polling station information to voters in three constituencies, calling the alleged actions a direct attack on democratic rights. The party is urging affected electors to verify their voting information through official channels.
ABLP Accuses UPP of Giving Voters False Polling Station Information
The ABLP has accused the UPP of calling voters in three constituencies and providing false information about where to cast their ballots. The party is urging affected electors to verify their polling station through official channels only.
PM Browne Vows No Cuts as Government Moves to Consolidate Social Programmes
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has pledged that an upcoming consolidation of approximately 38 government social programmes will not result in cuts to benefits. Browne drew a firm line between administrative restructuring and reducing support for citizens.
PM Browne Honours Late Broadcaster Philbert Mason as a Nation-Builder
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has paid tribute to veteran broadcaster Philbert Mason, praising his decades of service to Antigua and Barbuda, including his steadying presence during Hurricanes Hugo and Luis. Browne described Mason as a patriot, a committed nation-builder, and a valued member of the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party.
Government Targets Grace Farm for Climate-Resilient Housing Redevelopment
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced plans to demolish aging homes in Grace Farm and replace them with climate-resilient condominium units, with Parliament Street identified as the first area targeted for redevelopment.
New Glanvilles Ambulance to Cut Response Times for Eastern Antigua Communities
A new ambulance has been officially handed over to the Glanvilles Polyclinic in St Philip, with Parliamentary Representative Randy Baltimore saying the deployment will reduce response times and ease pressure on emergency services across eastern Antigua.
Letter: Harold Lovell Credited as Driving Force Behind Competitive 2026 Election Race
A reader's letter, as reported by Antigua News Room, credits UPP leader Harold Lovell with energising the opposition and creating a surprisingly competitive race ahead of the 2026 general election, while warning that ABLP's broken promises and treatment of grassroots supporters could cost the ruling party at the polls.
Ireland to Champion Caribbean Agenda During EU Council Presidency
Ireland's Ambassador to Antigua and Barbuda has announced that Dublin will use its upcoming EU Council Presidency, running from July to December, to advance a pro-Caribbean agenda across more than 300 ministerial events. The commitment includes advocacy for the Multidimensional Vulnerability Index, climate financing, and an invitation to a Caribbean–Latin America Trade Summit in Dublin on 13 May.