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PM Browne Claims UPP Chairman Privately Expects Election Loss and Plans to Resign
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has alleged that UPP Chairman D. Gisele Isaac privately expects her party to lose the April 30 general election and plans to resign afterward. Browne made the claims on Pointe FM, citing information passed to him by a third party.
Browne Slams UPP Campaign Promises as Recycled 'Giveaway Tactics'
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has accused the UPP of misleading voters with recycled campaign promises, dismissing the opposition's proposals as fiscally irresponsible "giveaway tactics" ahead of the April 30 general election.
Letter: Vandalism of Political Billboard Draws Call for Democratic Respect
A letter writer is calling for an end to political vandalism in Antigua and Barbuda after a campaign billboard in Freeman's Village was destroyed, urging all citizens to uphold democratic values and respectful conduct during the election season.
Letter: Antiguan Calls for Civility After Election Billboard Vandalism
Antiguan resident Glenford Peters has issued a public letter condemning the vandalism of political billboards and campaign materials across the country, calling on citizens to embrace respectful democratic engagement during the election season.
ABLP Condemns Destruction of Political Billboards, Urges Public to Report Incidents
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party has strongly condemned the destruction of political billboards and posters, including an incident in Freeman's Village, and is working with authorities to identify those responsible. The party is urging the public to report any relevant information.
ABLP Branch Condemns Removal of Maria Browne Campaign Signs in St. John's Rural East
The St. John's Rural East Branch of the ABLP has condemned the removal of Hon. Maria Browne's campaign signs by a group of young men seen driving through the constituency in red party shirts. The matter has been reported to police and an investigation is underway.
PM Browne: Free University Education to Launch in September, Ahead of Schedule
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced that free university education at the UWI Five Islands Campus will begin in September 2026, earlier than originally planned. The initiative will cover several degree programmes, including law, at no cost to Antiguans and Barbudans.
Teachers Union Issues Formula to Calculate Final Retroactive Pay for 2018–2023
The Antigua and Barbuda Union of Teachers has issued calculation formulas to help public sector teachers determine their final retroactive payment for the 2018–2023 contract period, with example figures ranging from $3,008 to $4,660 depending on start date.
Police Warn Public: Destroying Campaign Posters Is a Criminal Offence
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has warned the public that removing or destroying political campaign materials is a criminal offence, as reported by Antigua.news. Police say surveillance has been increased in affected areas ahead of the April 30 general election.
COMMENTARY: The Case Against Voting Away Your Right to Private Property
Commentator Yves Ephraim, as reported by Antigua News Room, argues that successive governments have failed to empower ordinary citizens through land grants and are now compounding that failure by seizing privately owned property. With elections approaching, he urges voters to hold candidates accountable on the issue of private property rights.
Letter: Is Social Security Management Failing the Public?
A public letter, as reported by Antigua News Room, has raised serious concerns about mismanagement at the Antigua and Barbuda Social Security Board, citing at least ten issues including delayed pension payments, staff strikes, and a lack of transparency over key investments.
Letter: UK Abortion Pardons Renew Calls to Strike Down Antigua's 1861 Law
As Antigua and Barbuda's High Court considers the constitutionality of the country's abortion law, a letter published by Antigua News Room highlights the UK Parliament's recent passage of legislation pardoning women convicted under the same 1861 law that Antigua still retains. The writer argues international legal precedent and the UK's own repudiation of that law strengthen the case for local reform.
Police Warn Public as Political Campaign Materials Removed and Defaced Islandwide
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda has issued a public warning after reports emerged of political campaign materials being removed, defaced, and destroyed across communities. Police say the actions are unlawful, and those found responsible will be arrested and prosecuted.
UPP's Pringle Vows to Ban Ministers from Competing with Private Business
UPP Leader Jamale Pringle has pledged to ban cabinet ministers from competing with private businesses and to eliminate politically motivated barriers to enterprise, as part of a broader economic reform platform ahead of the April 30 general election.
Baltimore Pledges 100-Day Sports and Healthcare Goals for St. Philip North
ABLP candidate Randy Baltimore has outlined 100-day targets for sports facility upgrades and improved healthcare access in St. Philip North, urging constituents to hold him accountable. He is seeking re-election in the April 30 general election after winning last month's by-election with roughly 70 percent of the vote.
Baltimore Pledges Newfield Roads as First Priority if Re-Elected in St. Philip North
ABLP candidate Randy Baltimore has pledged to make road repairs in Newfield his top priority if re-elected in the April 30 general election, citing ongoing infrastructure works across St. Philip North. Baltimore, who won last month's by-election with roughly 70 percent of the vote, also highlighted recent upgrades to the road serving Stingray City ahead of the tourism season.
UPP Candidate Proposes Temporary ABST Cut to Relieve Cost-of-Living Pressure
UPP candidate for St. John's Rural East Ashworth Azille has floated a proposal to temporarily cut the ABST from 17% to 10% for six months to ease cost-of-living pressures, while stressing the idea is still under exploration and not yet official party policy.
St. Peter Candidate Turner Credits Direct Job Support for Dip in Constituency Unemployment
ABLP candidate for St. Peter Rawdon Turner says his direct, community-level support for jobseekers — including résumé assistance and interview preparation — has helped reduce unemployment in the constituency ahead of the April 30 general election.
Midwifery Graduates Stuck in Limbo as Licensing Delays Threaten Healthcare
Graduates from Antigua and Barbuda's 2025 midwifery cohort remain unable to practise months after completing their training, as unresolved licensing delays and unanswered examination results leave qualified practitioners in limbo. The situation is raising serious concerns about the strain on the country's maternal healthcare services.
Antigua and Barbuda to Host Caribbean Youth Leadership Conference for First Time in 20 Years
Antigua and Barbuda will host the Rotaract District 7030 Conference 2026 from June 25 to 29 at Pineapple Beach Club — the country's first time hosting the flagship Caribbean youth leadership event in over 20 years. Around 200 young leaders from across the region are expected to attend.