The government is set to introduce new legislation in parliament to establish a curfew for individuals under the age of 18 in Antigua and Barbuda.

According to the Cabinet Notes, this decision follows a comprehensive discussion of crime, violence, and criminals’ use of firearms.

The proposed law would make it illegal for minors to be outside their homes without parental or guardian supervision between the hours of 10:00 pm and 5:00 am.

Furthermore, the government is taking a multifaceted approach to combat crime, including the implementation of anti-gang legislation and the provision of resources such as cars, vessels, drones, radios, and communication equipment to law enforcement agencies.

These measures aim to address the increase in gun-related crimes and enhance the identification of individuals involved in criminal activities, even if they are concealing their identities with items like hoodies, masks, and gloves.

In addition, the government intends to engage with event organizers to address the promotion of violent, misogynistic, and anti-social content by certain artists.

There are also plans to revise the laws concerning the public consumption of cannabis, with the goal of imposing fines to deter individuals from engaging in this behavior.

The Prime Minister has identified specific youth gangs that have been using social media to propagate threatening content.

Law enforcement agencies are actively monitoring social media platforms and plan to take strong action against individuals associated with these groups.

They will also run awareness campaigns on social media to discourage youths from affiliating with these violent factions.

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