AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCannabis Tourism Push: Rastafari leader High Priest Selah says Antigua and Barbuda could become a leading Caribbean cannabis tourism hub, arguing the islands’ sunlight and outdoor growing conditions beat energy-heavy indoor cultivation elsewhere. Insurance Fraud Fallout: A UK man, Daniel Thomas, jailed over £300,000 in fake travel medical claims tied to alleged incidents in Antigua, including fabricated “salmonella” and a supposed traffic crash. Repatriation Talks: The British Museum will meet slavery reparations campaigners to discuss returning Caribbean artefacts, including sacred Taino “zemi” sculptures held by the museum. Cruise Port Upgrade: Antigua’s cruise port upland facility is on track for November completion, with St John’s Development Corporation set to take over after Global Ports’ lease ends. Tourism Marketing Call: Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority opens entries for the 2026 Social Media Excellence Awards, inviting local creators to promote the islands online. Royal Visit Dates: King Charles and Queen Camilla will visit Antigua and Barbuda in October for CHOGM 2026, as part of an autumn Caribbean tour. Safety Questions: Concerns continue after Claudius Richards’ death following a Jolly Harbour beach incident, with calls to review emergency access and lifeguard coverage. Holiday Stay Rules: Reports highlight that some Caribbean resorts, including Antigua’s Jumby Bay, are demanding longer minimum stays over the festive period.
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