Opposition Member of Parliament Richard Lewis has expressed his dissatisfaction with this year’s Throne Speech, describing it as a reiteration of the government’s usual overview with little substantive content. Speaking shortly after the Governor General delivered the address, Lewis criticized the speech for its narrow focus on developments since 2020, while neglecting to acknowledge the significant achievements made between 2004 and 2014, which he believes were pivotal in the development of Antigua and Barbuda. Lewis emphasized that the Throne Speech holds limited importance in his assessment of the government’s direction, stating that the true measure of its priorities will be revealed in the upcoming national budget, set to be presented in December. He expressed his eagerness for the budget presentation, which he believes will provide a platform for a more meaningful discussion on critical issues such as persistent water shortages, strategies to address the wealth gap, and improvements to roads and education infrastructure. Lewis stressed that these issues demand clear answers and actionable plans, which he hopes the budget will deliver.
Opposition MP Says Real Test Will Be the Budget, Not the Throne Speech
