AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRoadworks Disruption: A no-parking order is now in effect on High Street between Cross Street and Temple Street to keep access clear for heavy construction vehicles tied to the Performing Arts Centre. Education Expansion: Cabinet approved plans for two new preschool centres in Judges Hill/New Winthorpes and Jennings, plus the government taking over the long-running Sir Luther Winter Preschool—no opening timeline shared. Energy Costs: APUA’s June fuel variation charge rises from 70 to 80 cents per kWh, after global fuel costs pushed the rate up. Tourism Leadership: The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority named Charmaine Spencer as Chief Marketing Officer and Shermain Jeremy as Director of Tourism for the Caribbean and Latin America, as stay-over arrivals reportedly grew 7% in Q1 2026. Fisheries Management: Cabinet moved management of fisheries complexes (Point, Parham, Urlings and Barbuda) from the Fisheries Division to Antigua Fisheries Limited. Climate & Water Pressure: Drought warnings intensified after May rainfall fell 91% below normal, alongside new heat concerns from ABMS data.
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