AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCommonwealth & Slavery Reparations: Buckingham Palace says King Charles won’t apologise or offer financial reparations for Britain’s transatlantic slave trade during his Caribbean tour, even as campaigners urge him to “come empty-handed” ahead of CHOGM in Antigua and Barbuda. Youth & Education: Antigua and Barbuda’s Youth Parliament passed a resolution pushing education, equity, youth development and child protection. School Safety Clarification: The Ministry of Education apologised after an unauthorized “intrusion” simulation at Jennings Secondary School alarmed parents and students. Immigration Upgrade: Welcome Home Antigua and Barbuda rolls out biometric clearance for returning citizens, removing the arrival form and aiming for full use from Oct 15. Child Protection Law: Parliament approved tougher sexual offences legislation for minors, including life imprisonment for sex with anyone under 16. Community & Health: Hopeful Hearts Foundation and the Scout Association donated supplies to the Sickle Cell Unit, backing youth volunteerism. Maritime Careers: Three young people completed a six-week maritime apprenticeship with the Port Authority and partners.
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