AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCarnival 2026 Security: The Royal Police Force rolled out enhanced Carnival safety measures for July 25–Aug 4, including more patrols, random stop-and-searches, zero tolerance for weapons, and a reminder that ski masks are banned. Carnival Prep & Culture: Minister Dwayne George urged the public to pack the Antigua Recreation Grounds as preparations near 70% complete, with a new stage, sound and lighting system planned for the festival. Youth & Community Recognition: The Antigua and Barbuda Scout Association celebrated Cordel Josiah, OBE, and announced Joseph Prosper will attend a regional “Safe from Harm” safeguarding workshop in Panama. Mentorship for Girls: The Ricardo Barriteau Drue Foundation hosted “I AM, I WILL” for girls 12–17 on bullying, self-esteem, gang violence and sexuality. CHOGM 2026 Ready: PM Gaston Browne and FM E.P. Chet Greene officially launched the CHOGM accreditation process, including a new accreditation portal for Nov 1–4. Regional Mobility & Travel: LIAT launched a historic nonstop link between Guadeloupe and Montego Bay, while Spain granted visa-free short stays to citizens of nine CARICOM nations including Antigua and Barbuda. Public Health & Clean Streets: CBH delivered clinic-based home health education, and NSWMA began pre-Carnival clean-up in St. John’s with fogging and disinfecting to support mosquito control.
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