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Government To Review Existing Traffic Laws
CABINET NOTES – The Cabinet invited a team of four lawyers from the Ministry of Legal Affairs to examine the Traffic Laws and the laws governing the Antigua and Barbuda Transport Board (ABTB) in order to give more authority to law enforcement to stem the number of traffic accidents. Collisions cause death, destruction of property,…
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APUA Strengthens Oversight Of Renewable Energy Systems For Safety And Grid Stability
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua, May 1, 2024 – The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) is enhancing its efforts to ensure that all renewable energy systems comply with established policies, with a focus on safety and the stability of the national energy grid. APUA has been overseeing the incorporation of renewable energy systems through the interconnection policy…
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ABDF: Notice Of Closed Lobster Season
Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF) – Please be advised that the closed season for the Spiny Lobster begins May 1st to June 30th 2024. During the closed season, no person shall fish for, take, place for sale, purchase or have in his possession of lobster. It is also illegal to harm, take, have in your…
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Vaccination Week 2024 In Antigua And Barbuda Hailed A Success
The Ministry of Health is thrilled to announce the resounding success of Vaccination Week in the Americas 2024, a week-long celebration of community health and well-being. From April 21st to April 27th, communities came together to prioritize health through vaccination awareness and access initiatives. Vaccination Week in the Americas 2024 showcased the Ministry’s unwavering commitment…
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Police Ask Public To Help Identify Stolen Items
STRATCOM MEDIA RELEASE – The police have seized several pieces of electrical tools and building materials that may have been stolen from construction sites and are asking members of the public to assist in identifying them. They include a wheelbarrow, kitchen cupboard doors, construction tools, electrical wires, and an assortment of electrical tools. These items…
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Ministry of Education: SIDS4 Conference And Its Implications For Schools
Ministry of Education – As you are aware, the SIDS4 Conference is scheduled for the 27th to 30th of May 2024. This will impact the entire nation inclusive of the education system as it relates to traffic, and transportation of students to and from school.
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Montserrat (Short-Term) Passenger Ferry Ended On April 30, 2024
Government of Montserrat – The Access Division, Office of the Premier would like to formally inform its stakeholders and the public that the Montserrat (short-term) Passenger Ferry Service, which was extended for a further period, closed on Tuesday, 30th April, 2024 on completion of the 7:30pm journey from Antigua to Montserrat. The Government of Montserrat recognizes…
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CBH Conducts Rapid Food Safety Inspections In St. John’s City
Central Board of Health (CBH) – On Friday 26th and Saturday 27th April 2024, staff from the Public Health Department conducted rapid inspections in St. John’s City. Focus was placed on the possession of a food handlers ID, the presence of a hand washing station, and time and temperature abuse of food. There were many…
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Magnitude 5.4 Earthquake Recorded Near Barbados
UWI, SRC – Automatic Earthquake Location DATE AND TIME: 2024-04-30 1:51 pm (Local Time) | 2024-04-30 17:51 (UTC) MAGNITUDE: 5.4 LOCATION: Latitude: 13.87N | Longitude: 58.72W Depth: 10 km NEARBY CITIES: Bridgetown, Barbados, 130 km, NE Castries, Saint Lucia, 251 km, E Fort-de-France, Martinique, 274 km, ESE *distance and direction to epicenter If you felt…
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Sir Lester Bird Medical Center Clarifies Operational Status Of Imaging Machines
In response to recent circulating rumors, the Sir Lester Bird Medical Center (SLBMC) would like to reassure the public that its MRI machine and two CT scans are fully operational. While occasional technical issues may arise, our dedicated management team ensures that repairs are conducted in the shortest time possible. The SLBMC recognizes the immense…
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