Lionel Hurst
Lionel Hurst is the Chief of Staff in the Prime Minister's Office of Antigua and Barbuda. Recently, he was in the news advocating for closer collaboration between the Statistics Division and other government agencies to address discrepancies in economic growth data, highlighting the importance of accurate economic measurements and the need for improved data sharing.
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Lionel Hurst is the Chief of Staff who suggested a cooling-off period before discussing a referendum on republicanism.
Grenada changes its Oath of Allegiance—How Antigua and Barbuda can learn
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Government spokesperson Lionel Hurst confirmed that a report will be issued on the matter.
Educators defend recent industrial action, call for systemic reform in A&B’s education sectorUnknown· 2025-05-20
Lionel Hurst, the Chief of Staff in the Prime Minister’s Office, commented on the recent shake-up of Permanent Secretaries.
Transfers of Permanent Secretaries not directly linked to teachers’ industrial action, Hurst saysUnknown· 2025-05-17Cabinet Spokesperson Lionel Hurst stated that the investigation into teachers’ delayed payments is currently underway.
Chief of Staff says investigation into teachers’ delayed payments underway, report expected soonUnknown· 2025-05-17Ambassador Lionel Hurst confirmed that the decision to reassign Crump was made during Wednesday’s Cabinet meeting.
Director of Public Works reassigned to airport runway projectUnknown· 2025-05-16
Spokesman Lionel Hurst indicated that teachers may have to work additional days to make up for classroom time lost during the sit-in.
Public school students return to their classrooms todayUnknown· 2025-05-13
Lionel Hurst, the Government’s Chief of Staff, announced plans for the completion of a structure at the YASCO Sports Complex.
Stop the fanfare: Athletic Association head calls for meaningful contribution to Sport following YASCO bathroom newsUnknown· 2025-05-12
Lionel Hurst confirmed that wheel guards are required by law for trucks used in public events.
Fatal accident prompts calls for stricter safety measures at public celebrationsUnknown· 2025-05-12
Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister Lionel Hurst spoke about the issue during the weekly post-Cabinet press briefing.
Cabinet reviews paper on proposed amendments to Labour CodeUnknown· 2025-05-10
Ambassador Lionel Hurst, Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister, detailed the necessity of the repairs to the nation’s primary international gateway.
VCBIA runway to undergo repairsUnknown· 2025-05-10Lionel Hurst, Chief of Staff, discussed the potential for Antigua and Barbuda to sell radar services.
Gov’t plans to acquire radar system, Chief of Staff saysUnknown· 2025-05-03
Ambassador Lionel Hurst, Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister, announced the government's secured grant for the performing arts center.
Government secures grant for long-delayed performing arts centerUnknown· 2025-05-02Lionel Hurst confirmed that the Dominican Republic had previously provided funding for the school project.
Government considers new school for Barbuda on Louie HillUnknown· 2025-04-30Lionel Hurst is the Ambassador and Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister, explaining the trade strategy.
A&B seeks to bypass US tariffs through Dominican Republic trade routesUnknown· 2025-04-29
Lionel Hurst is the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister and addressed concerns regarding unauthorized airport pickups.
Gov’t pledges to take action against unauthorized airport pickupsUnknown· 2025-04-22Ambassador Lionel Hurst acknowledged during Thursday’s post-Cabinet press briefing that 'several of the boys who are really very hardened did their very best to disrupt the normal functioning of the school'.
Cabinet allocates $100K for Denis Bowers Rehabilitation Centre’s operationsUnknown· 2025-04-14
Lionel Hurst, Chief of Staff in the Prime Minister’s Office, emphasized the importance of the gun amnesty initiative.
Antigua and Barbuda implements gun amnesty | World News
Jamaica· 2025-04-07Prime Minister’s Chief of Staff Ambassador Lionel Hurst commented during last week Thursday’s post-Cabinet press briefing on the Prime Minister’s thoughts.
St John’s Rural West MP criticises PM’s ‘Barbuda referendum’ talkUnknown· 2025-04-07
Lionel Hurst provided additional details during the press briefing regarding the removal of equipment at the Cancer Center.
High Court approves removal of Cancer Center equipment, Hurst saysUnknown· 2025-04-07
Lionel Hurst spoke about the initiative during Thursday’s post-Cabinet press briefing, describing it as part of the government’s strategy to strengthen family bonds and provide support for new parents.
Gov’t unveils plans for paternity leave for male employeesUnknown· 2025-04-06Lionel Hurst, Chief of Staff in the Prime Minister’s Office, indicated growing concerns about potential tax avoidance despite record occupancy rates in the tourism sector.
Gov’t to clamp down on hotels’ under-reporting of taxes; ABHTA calls for wider enforcementUnknown· 2025-04-06Lionel Hurst, revealed that Minister Matthew disclosed that the appointment letters for qualified teachers 'should have gone out a long time ago'.
Education Minister criticizes ‘lack of energy’ in processing teacher upgrades as industrial action continuesUnknown· 2025-04-04
Lionel Hurst expressed optimism about the program despite historically low participation rates.
Holders of illegal firearms urged to take advantage of Amnesty: Turn them in by April 30Unknown· 2025-04-04Cabinet Spokesman Ambassador Lionel Hurst said the administration believes the current governance structure has hindered economic development on the sister island.
PM, Hurst suggest changing the Constitution to dissolve the Barbuda Council to circumvent obstruction to developmentUnknown· 2025-04-04Lionel Hurst, Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister, outlined the administration’s vision for balancing commercial development with residential needs.
Gov’t unveils mixed-use Development Plan for BarbudaUnknown· 2025-03-31Lionel Hurst, the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister, addressed the issue at last Thursday’s post cabinet press briefing.
Cabinet requests daily total of dredged materials from Crabb’s ChannelUnknown· 2025-03-31Chief of Staff in the Prime Minister’s Office, Lionel Hurst, in response to the election outcome, acknowledged the deep political divide.
BPM Chair doubts landslide victory will sway Central GovernmentUnknown· 2025-03-29
Lionel Hurst is the Cabinet Spokesperson who announced the AI scholarship plans for police officers.
Cabinet spokesman announces AI scholarship plans for police forceUnknown· 2025-03-29Lionel Hurst stated that the claims made by Rubio were successfully debunked.
Antigua’s CIP threatened by the USUnknown· 2025-03-28
Lionel Hurst, Chief of Staff in the Prime Minister’s Office, expressed confidence that the subpoenas will be quashed.
Chief of Staff confident subpoenas by Russian national will be ‘quashed’Unknown· 2025-03-24
