Senator Michael M. Joseph and Minister Melford Nicholas, responsible for Information, Communications Technologies, Utilities, and Energy, embarked on a significant visit to Cooks Extension and Golden Grove Extension on Friday. The purpose of their visit was to engage with residents who have endured over 15 years without access to APUA water. This prolonged water shortage has been attributed to the land developer’s failure to provide the necessary infrastructure, leaving households reliant on alternative water sources for more than a decade.
During the walkthrough, community members seized the opportunity to voice their grievances and share their daily struggles directly with the officials. Senator Joseph emphasized that this visit underscores the government’s renewed dedication to ensuring reliable water access for all communities across Antigua and Barbuda. He further highlighted that both Minister Nicholas and Prime Minister Gaston Browne have committed to addressing the infrastructure deficiencies that have plagued the area for years.
Residents expressed gratitude for the officials’ engagement and conveyed cautious optimism that the promised improvements would soon materialize. The visit marks a pivotal step in the government’s efforts to bridge the gap in essential services and improve the quality of life for affected communities.