Abandoned Vehicle and Bulk Waste Removed in Ottos Cleanup Operation

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Public Backs New Derelict Vehicle Removal Incentive
Derelect Vehicle being moved in Ottos (Photo by Daryll Matthew)

A targeted cleanup effort led by the Ottos constituency team has resulted in the removal of a derelict vehicle and accumulated bulk waste that had been causing health and sanitation concerns in the residential area.

The action, carried out earlier today, was prompted by reports that the abandoned vehicle was harboring an infestation and negatively affecting the surrounding environment.

Derelect Vehicle being moved in Ottos ( Photo by Daryll Matthew)

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Parliamentary Representative for the area, Daryl Matthew, announced the initiative via a Facebook post, describing it as “a small but meaningful action” that contributes to improving the community’s health and safety.

“Together, we’re building a better neighborhood, one step at a time,” Minister Matthew wrote, underscoring the government’s commitment to maintaining cleaner, safer living environments across Antigua and Barbuda.

This story was first published by Antigua News on July 24, 2025: antigua.news/2025/07/24/abandoned-vehicle-and-bulk-waste-removed-in-ottos-cleanup-operation. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (6)

  • Alicia July 24, 2025, 4:47 PM

    Come Golden Grove right next to me with all dem vehicles we keep complaining about.
    Reply
  • Antigua Surf July 24, 2025, 4:48 PM

    Yes! And there’s many more to go Daryll. Don’t just stop here. Time enough we get rid of the eyesores
    Reply
  • Teacher for Life July 24, 2025, 4:50 PM

    One down, hundreds to go. Let’s get er done Minister Matthew.
    Reply
  • Informed citizen July 24, 2025, 11:31 PM

    This is a great move.
    Reply
    • Talktalk July 25, 2025, 8:02 PM

      I hope they clean it up real good ans stop talking about cleaning
      Reply
  • Juju Bee July 25, 2025, 9:32 PM

    It’s a shame that people cannot take responsibility for their trash and that the government have to expend money to clean up their mess
    Reply

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