AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoChild Protection & Justice: Social Transformation Minister Rawdon Turner delivered a raw warning in Parliament, saying Antigua and Barbuda is failing its children as reports of physical and sexual abuse continue to shock the Family and Social Services Division, while he backs minimum sentencing to fix what he calls a broken justice system. Public Health: The Antigua Barbuda Red Cross screened dozens at the East Bus Station through the Community Life Line, offering free blood pressure and glucose checks plus counselling, with menstrual hygiene support and other community aid. Migration Policy: Government released the U.S. proposal on transferring third-country nationals and its own counter-proposal, rejecting any open-ended deal and pushing strict safeguards, including a cap of seven people per three months with individual approvals. Sports & Youth: Antigua and Barbuda Art Week’s Schools’ Art Competition invites ages 7–17 to submit work by Nov 6 on “The Rhythm of the Islands,” with winners displayed at V.C. Bird International Airport. Emergency Care Training: Two ABEMS staff, Supervisor Akelia Carr and paramedic Mauli George, head to EMS World 2026 in Orlando to bring back new standards and practices. Football Development: PM Gaston Browne says a new 5,000-seat national football stadium is planned with FIFA support, aiming to build a dedicated home for the sport.
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