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The Antigua and Barbuda Trades and Labour Union (AT&LU) has decided to retain its current executive leadership following the absence of new nominations before the September 12 deadline. This decision was formally ratified during the union’s 86th Annual Delegates’ Conference, where a resolution confirming the continuation of the last lawfully elected team was unanimously supported by delegates. The conference also marked a significant announcement: General Secretary Alrick Daniel declared he would not seek re-election, signaling a potential shift in the union’s administrative dynamics. In his presidential address, AT&LU President Bernard de Nully underscored the theme, ‘The Unity of Labour Is the Salvation of Our Country,’ emphasizing solidarity and reflecting on the union’s 86-year legacy. De Nully also proposed the establishment of an AT&LU Credit Union, aimed at enhancing members’ financial security through savings initiatives. The union hailed this year’s conference as a ‘resounding success,’ meeting the expectations of both leadership and members. The event highlighted the union’s commitment to unity, financial empowerment, and strategic growth.

The Environmental Awareness Group (EAG), Antigua and Barbuda’s premier environmental non-governmental organization, has announced the appointment of Dr. Mareba M. Scott as its new Executive Director. Founded in 1989, the EAG has earned international acclaim for its groundbreaking conservation initiatives, most notably the restoration of Redonda Island, which transformed a desolate, eroded terrain into a flourishing wildlife sanctuary. This project is celebrated as one of the most successful island restoration efforts globally. Dr. Scott, a seasoned sustainability leader with extensive expertise in Caribbean environmental stewardship, climate resilience, and program management, steps into her role with a clear vision to expand the EAG’s global partnerships, enhance fundraising capabilities, and scale transformative projects that benefit both people and wildlife. ‘The EAG has an unparalleled reputation for conservation excellence,’ Dr. Scott remarked. ‘I am deeply honored to lead this incredible organization as we build on its legacy of impact.’ The EAG Board of Directors expressed unanimous enthusiasm for Dr. Scott’s appointment, with President Jermaine Jarvis highlighting her proven ability to engage partners and mobilize resources. Dr. Scott’s prior roles include serving as a Director on the Board of the CARICOM Climate Change Centre, Governing Council Member of the Caribbean Alliance for Sustainable Tourism, and Co-Chair of the Caribbean Blue Flag Programme. Over the past two decades, she has successfully managed multi-million-dollar project portfolios, fostering high-level donor relationships to support tourism, disaster risk management, climate resilience, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable livelihoods across the Caribbean. As Executive Director, Dr. Scott will oversee the EAG’s six core program areas: strategic management, human resources, fundraising, partnership and donor management, operations and financial management, and technical program oversight. Central to her role will be continuing the EAG’s tradition of collaboration with donors, government agencies, NGOs, communities, educators, and the public while expanding its international influence. The EAG remains committed to its mission of protecting and preserving Antigua and Barbuda’s natural heritage. With Dr. Scott at the helm, the organization is poised to deepen its impact, championing conservation, empowering communities, and safeguarding the well-being of both people and wildlife. The future holds immense promise for growth, collaboration, and lasting change, ensuring a thriving legacy for generations to come.

The University of the West Indies (UWI) Five Islands Campus has achieved a significant milestone by receiving continuing registration status from the Antigua and Barbuda National Accreditation Board (ABNAB). This accreditation, granted in September 2025, validates the campus’s adherence to the highest educational standards and allows it to operate until 2027. Established in 2019, the Five Islands Campus is the fifth in the UWI system and has quickly become a cornerstone of higher education in Antigua and Barbuda and the wider OECS region. Principal Professor C. Justin Robinson emphasized the campus’s dedication to maintaining UWI’s legacy of academic excellence, particularly as a modern institution tailored for the digital age. Campus Registrar Dr. Camille Samuel highlighted the rigorous post-pandemic efforts to meet elevated standards, ensuring a seamless transition back to full face-to-face learning. ABNAB praised the campus for its commitment to quality education, marking this achievement as a pivotal step in advancing higher education in the region. The campus offers over 40 degree programs across four schools and houses the Centre of Excellence for Oceanography and the Blue Economy (COBE), underscoring its focus on marine science and sustainable development. This recognition reaffirms UWI Five Islands’ role as a beacon of educational excellence in the Caribbean.

Authorities in Hatton have launched an investigation following a harrowing robbery that occurred in the early hours of Monday morning. The incident took place on Union Road at approximately 03:00, where a woman was confronted by two men. One of the assailants brandished a silver knife, demanding the victim’s handbag. The perpetrators made off with $340 in cash and a Samsung mobile phone before fleeing the scene. Despite an immediate search of the area by law enforcement officers, no arrests have been made thus far. The police have assured the public that enquiries are ongoing and are urging anyone with information to come forward. This alarming event has heightened concerns about safety in the area, prompting calls for increased vigilance and security measures.