photo by Wayne Marriette
Chief of Staff in the Prime Minister’s Office Lionel ‘Max’ Hurst was among five men who were knighted on Tuesday evening at the National Ceremonial Parade at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium.
Ambassador Hurst was all smiles as he was applauded and knighted by the Governor General His Excellency Sir Rodney Williams.
The former Cabinet Spokesperson has a long career in politics and diplomatic service.
He is presently Chief of Staff in the Prime Minister’s Office.
Along with being a Lawyer and consultant for the AT&LU, Hurst is also an ABLP Party Executive, forming part of the tribunal. He was also a former candidate and held positions in the Ministry of Finance.
I know Burning Flames is well-deserved of their knighthood—congratulations, guys. However, what has Lionel Hurst contributed to nation-building to deserve his knighthood? In this regard, everyone who has contributed to nation-building and works for the government should receive high honours. Hotel workers, taxi drivers, and vendors on the outskirts of the city all deserve honour for their contribution to nation-building.
Comment *A well-deserved honour for a man who has served this nation with class, consistency, and intellect. Sir Lionel Hurst is the definition of public service done right
This man is incredible and have served the country with distinction. Long live max
Wonderful news! His years of service and commitment to country truly merit this knighthood.
Congratulations Sir Lionel
A fitting salute to a man who has long been the voice and mind behind Antigua and Barbuda’s public discourse.
Was the legendary A34 knighted as well? Sir Hurst and Sir A34. lol
Well deserved knighthood! This man has been a diehard Antiguan from birth! Congratulations hurst
Please,all you who are applauding this colossal mistake, tell me what Lionel Hurst has done that we, objective thinkers, can join in your applaude. This man has lied to the public for at least four decades,in so much so, a judge dismissed him as not credible. Hence the deserved tag, LIENOHELL.
Tell you what. ALP has reduced every honorable aspect of our society to a joke, handing out knighthood like they hand out vouchers to friends and cronies. What a conglomeration of misfits and jokers pollute the list of honorees!
Say what you want, but Max Hurst has always carried himself with dignity. Whether at the OAS, the Prime Minister’s Office, or behind the microphone, he’s represented Antigua and Barbuda with pride
I might not agree with every policy, but nobody can question Hurst’s loyalty and professionalism. He’s earned that title , Sir Lionel Hurst sounds just right
From AT&LU to Washington DC to Queen Elizabeth Highway Max Hurst has worn many hats and done them all with excellence. Salute to a true statesman!
Knighting Max Hurst was long overdue. The man has dedicated his life to national service lawyer, diplomat, spokesperson, and political educator. Respect is due