Public servants across Antigua and Barbuda are set to receive a 5 percent interim salary increase, with Cabinet confirming the adjustment will take effect at the end of March 2026.
The government said the measure is aimed at providing immediate financial relief to workers while discussions continue on a broader compensation package.
According to Cabinet, the increase should not be viewed as the final adjustment to public sector wages. Officials emphasized that negotiations remain ongoing, with the expectation that a more comprehensive agreement will be reached in the near future.
The administration noted that the move forms part of its wider strategy to shield citizens from the impact of global economic pressures, particularly those affecting small island states.
In recent years, the government has focused its economic policies on strengthening resilience, expanding social protection, and promoting sustainable growth amid external challenges.
Cabinet also signaled that it will continue to closely monitor international developments and stands prepared to introduce additional measures if necessary to protect the well-being of citizens.
All public servants better go get their voters ID card and vote LABOUR
you na for move from ya!
What does interim mean tho
I should thank the government for giving me what is mine? This administration has been in power the longest and hold the record for the most corruption and wrongdoing in this country and I must say thank you to them for doing the bare minimum?
$13 increase stretched out over a 3 year period while they gave themselves an increase and retroactive payment (backpay) in one go but we must thank them?
5% increase come month end and by January 2027 Social Security going to take it right back.
One thing I know Labor Party will keep you in poverty, dependency, and just when you are at the brink of saying: away with then, they roll in like a knight in shining armor with sweeten deals and promises. You will see them as the Savior, you will deem them to be caring , you will say they have come to their senses and you vote them in and they repeat the cycle over and over.
First thing i did was calculate how much more money I will be getting then deducted the taxes from it
election is coming soon