Prices & Consumer Affairs Division

Press Releases

28 August 2026 - Nissan recalls three e-POWER model

The Prices and Consumer Affairs Division is advising the public that Nissan has announced a major recall in Japan covering the Note, Note Aura and X-Trail, due to a software error in the lithium-ion battery controller

30 March 2026 - Consumer Protection Officers complete training

Five consumer protection officers have completed a one-week workshop focusing on interpreting and operationalizing the Consumer Protection Act, 2025.

16 December 2025 - To all suppliers

As the Christmas shopping season intensifies, the Prices and Consumer Affairs Division informs all suppliers and vendors that under Section 61 of the Consumer Protection Act, 2025, receipts must be given for all sale transactions $10.00 or more...

15 December 2025 - Cellphone Repair Technicians Raise concerns during meeting on new Consumer Protection Act

On December 10th, 2025, the Prices and Consumer Affairs Division held a meeting with cellphone repair technicians to raise awareness about the new Consumer Protection Act 2025. The session, held at the Inland Revenue Department’s Conference Room, was led by Orrin Steele, Director of Prices and Consumer Affairs.

08 July 2025 - Nissan recalls vehicles due to engine failure risk

The Prices and Consumer Affairs Division is advising the public that Nissan is recalling more than 480,000 vehicles across the U.S. and Canada due to potential manufacturing defects that could cause the engine to lose power while in use.

23 June 2025 - Recalled Little Remedies® Honey Cough Syrup present on Antigua market

The Prices and Consumer Affairs Division is informing consumers of a product recall for five lots of Little Remedies® Honey Cough Syrup due to the presence of Bacillus cereus and loss of shelf-stability. Preliminary investigations by the Division have revealed that the recalled infant cough syrup is in Antigua and Barbuda, and we are advising consumers not to consume this product.

16 June 2025 - Safe Sleep Checklist for Parents

REMEMBER: Safe sleep saves lives. Always place your baby on their back, in their own sleep space, with nothing but a fitted sheet.

19 July 2024 - Changes to the Price Control Order take effect 1st August

The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has revised the Price Control Order based on the provision given under section three of the Distribution and Price of Goods Act CAP 138 of 1967. The primary objective is to make essential goods affordable and accessible to the public at fair prices.

23 January 2024 - Quaker Recalls More Products Due to Possible Health Risks

The Prices and Consumer Affairs Division advises consumers of an expansion of the product recall on specific granola bars, cereals and snacks because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

23 January 2024 - Ministry of Trade Condemns Price Gouging Following ABST Increase

The Ministry of Trade is strongly condemning the act of price gouging that has been reported following the two percent increase in the Antigua and Barbuda Sales Tax. Since the implementation of the increase on January 1, 2024, numerous complaints have been received from consumers.