The Ministry of Education in Antigua and Barbuda has announced a major leadership change, just a day after teachers ended a weeklong industrial action.
Ena Dalso-Henry, former Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, has been appointed to lead the Ministry of Education, replacing Rosa Greenaway.
Greenaway has been reassigned to the Ministry of Social Transformation.
The move follows a “work-to-rule” protest by members of the Antigua and Barbuda Union of Teachers (ABUT), who stopped teaching from 2 to 12 May over unpaid allowances.
Prime Minister Gaston Browne criticised the ministry’s handling of the matter, citing poor communication and delays in processing payments. He said the government remains committed to settling outstanding dues and attributed the delay to administrative hurdles.
Browne also hinted at further shake-ups, stating that officials unable to meet expectations may be reassigned.
The impact of the new leadership and any further changes will be closely watched.
