AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoImmigration & Safety: PM Gaston Browne says Jamaicans make up about 15% of Antigua and Barbuda’s prison population, as the government tightens enforcement against people living or working without legal status, with a 60-day window to regularise or face deportation. Sports & Tourism Buzz: Antigua and Barbuda Falcons are set to open the 2026 Caribbean Premier League against Jamaica Kingsmen, with the CPL running 7 Aug–20 Sep and Antigua hosting key matches at Queen’s Park Oval. Environment & Beaches: Antigua and Barbuda Red Cross volunteers are continuing monthly coastal clean-ups, removing thousands of pounds of waste to protect reefs, seagrass and the tourism economy. Education & Skills: ABCAS opens a late application window for 2026–2027 (Aug 19–21), with tourism/hospitality programmes restarting alongside new fine arts and science/health departments. Local Travel Disruption: Police charge Tony Fontaine over a Long Street break-in at Sunny Limited, while separate reports highlight ongoing regional travel headaches for visitors and entertainers tied to visa scrutiny. Community & Culture: ABRCS and local groups keep pushing CHOGM-ready training and cultural awareness, while Antigua Carnival coverage spotlights why the island’s August 1 celebrations stay distinctly local.
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