ABLP Condemns Disrespectful Conduct During Parliamentary Tribute to Sir Molwyn Joseph

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PRESS STATEMENT

The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP) expresses deep disappointment and strong condemnation of the conduct displayed by members of the United Progressive Party (UPP) during the sitting of Parliament today, which also paid tribute to Sir Molwyn Joseph as he retires from active politics.

The occasion was intended to honor a distinguished son of the soil whose decades of service to Antigua and Barbuda have left an indelible mark on national development and regional leadership.

Sir Molwyn Joseph’s tenure as a Member of Parliament is characterized by wisdom, statesmanship, excellent oratory, and dedicated leadership.

Over the years, he served in several ministerial portfolios, including Tourism, Health, and the Environment, contributing significantly to the growth and advancement of Antigua and Barbuda.

The ABLP notes that parliamentary tributes, particularly those marking retirement from public service, are traditionally moments that transcend political differences. Such occasions call for dignity, maturity, and respect for the individual’s contribution to national life.

The conduct displayed during the tribute fell short of these expectations and undermined the decorum of Parliament.

The ABLP extends its sincere gratitude to Sir Molwyn Joseph for his decades of dedicated service and wishes him continued success as he transitions from active parliamentary politics while remaining a respected voice in national development.

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Comments (8)

  • Saverin March 27, 2026, 8:21 PM

    A man is being condemned for speaking truth. This is Antigua.
    Reply
    • MLK March 27, 2026, 8:50 PM

      It’s a good thing he young because by now the punishment would have given him a a heart attack. lol
      Reply
  • Antiguan March 27, 2026, 8:47 PM

    Ok but shouldn’t the article describe the behavior described?
    Reply
  • Maymay March 27, 2026, 8:54 PM

    all Ablp press statements are biased. hope your news paper is being paid for these silly press releases. so blatantly one sided.
    Reply
  • Amethisyah March 28, 2026, 7:59 AM

    csn anyone list thing things Mr Joseph has done to the benefit anf advancement of Antigua….ah let me think….absolutely nothing, but possibly enriching himself!!
    Reply
  • Juju Bee March 28, 2026, 9:30 AM

    The man can only speak on what he know and what he experience and that’s exactly what he did. We can’t tell people how to feel about others. For once I support Pringle
    Reply
  • R.R March 28, 2026, 4:44 PM

    always looking for an opportunity to bask UPP and always looking fot an opportunity use the media
    Reply
  • Glen March 28, 2026, 4:54 PM

    I honestly believe that this wasnt the time for that kind of rhetoric
    Reply

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