Parliament of Antigua and Barbuda, Bicameral legislature in Saint John's, Antigua and Barbuda
Parliament of Antigua and Barbuda is a bicameral legislature operating from a building on Queen Elizabeth Highway in Saint John's that houses both of its chambers. The House of Representatives has seventeen elected members along with additional appointed positions, while the Senate forms the second chamber.
This body evolved from the Legislative Council of Antigua, which held its first meeting in 1668 as one of the Caribbean's early parliamentary structures. The legislature gained its current name and role upon the nation's independence in 1967.
The legislature maintains connections to British Crown governance while operating within a Caribbean context that shapes its operations. Local residents view the institution as central to their national identity and political representation.
Visits can be arranged through advance contact with the institution, with availability depending on parliamentary session schedules. The building sits centrally in Saint John's and is accessible by local transportation.
Members enjoy parliamentary immunity that shields them from legal consequences for statements made during sessions. This protection ensures legislators can speak freely without fear of prosecution regarding their parliamentary work.
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