ABWU Warns Slow Minimum Wage Rollout Will Deepen Worker Hardship

The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) acknowledges the Government’s decision to increase the national minimum wage from $9.00 to $11.50 per hour, effective April 1, 2026, as part of a phased increase toward $13.01 per hour. This adjustment represents an important step in improving the livel…

Written by Anderson Edgehill on Thursday April 2, 2026.


ABWU and Jolly Beach Resort Sign New Collective Bargaining Agreement

Workers at Jolly Beach Resort are set to benefit from a new collective bargaining agreement between the Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) and the Company. The agreement marks a significant milestone in formalising standard provisions on wages and working conditions for employees. . Workers…

Written by Anderson Edgehill on Wednesday March 18, 2026.


ABWU Highlights Power of Women’s Leadership on International Women’s Day

As the world observes International Women’s Day on March 8, Second Vice-President of the Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU), Monique James-Roberts, says women’s leadership continues to shape stronger, more balanced outcomes for workers across the trade union movement. As the world observes…

Written by Anderson Edgehill on Sunday March 8, 2026.


ABWU Empowers the Next Generation of Workers through Training Seminar

The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) successfully hosted its Young Workers Seminar last week, delivering two days of dynamic learning and empowerment for the next generation of workers. The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) successfully hosted its Young Workers Seminar last week,…

Written by Anderson Edgehill on Friday March 6, 2026.


ABWU Women’s Council Ignites Creativity with Successful Candle-Making Workshop

More than 30 women enjoyed a delightful and hands-on experience on Saturday as they crafted their own scented candles during a workshop hosted by the Antigua and Barbuda Workers' Union (ABWU) Women’s Council. More than 30 women enjoyed a delightful and hands-on experience on Saturday as they crafte…

Written by Anderson Edgehill on Thursday February 26, 2026.


Greater Support for Hospitality Workers as ABWU Expands Shop Steward Training

The Antigua and Barbuda Workers' Union (ABWU) is set to strengthen the capacity of shop stewards within the hospitality sector through targeted training in grievance handling. The initiative emerged from key discussions during a recent meeting of the Union’s Hospitality Section held last week. . Th…

Written by Anderson Edgehill on Monday February 23, 2026.


Trade Unionists Strengthen Capacity to Support LGBTQ+ Workers

Trade unionists from across Antigua and Barbuda are now better equipped to represent workers of diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions following a recent workshop focused on building understanding and competence around LGBTQ+ issues in the world of work. Trade unioni…

Written by Anderson Edgehill on Monday February 2, 2026.



ABWU and KFC Antigua Sign New Collective Bargaining Agreement Securing Increases in Wages

The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) and KFC Antigua have successfully concluded negotiations and signed off on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA),  for the period October 1, 2025 to September 31, 2028. The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) and KFC Antigua have successfull…

Written by Anderson Edgehill on Monday January 26, 2026.