130 tourism stakeholders trained for critical incidents Lourianne Graham29/08/2026045 views About 130 tourism stakeholders have been trained to respond to emergencies involving visitors, as the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) moves to strengthen how the destination handles critical incidents. BTMI… Read more
Retailers feel import-cost pressure Lourianne Graham28/08/20260563 views E scalating freight, customs clearance and operating costs are forcing Bridgetown retailers to raise prices, as families prepare for the new school year and demand grows for back-to-school assistance, Barbados… Read more
Speightstown traders call for investment, cultural renewal Ricardo Roberts28/08/20260288 views Business owners in Speightstown are renewing calls for infrastructure upgrades, greater support for local businesses and cultural activity to increase foot traffic and restore vitality to the historic northern town.… Read more
Green transition ‘could push up’ electricity prices Jenique Belgrave27/08/20260540 views Barbadians may have to pay more for electricity in the short term as the country transitions to renewable energy, Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry council member and former Barbados… Read more
BCCI pitches plan to lower consumer prices Jenique Belgrave27/08/20260411 views The Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry has submitted proposals to the government aimed at lowering consumer prices by changing the way taxes and duties are calculated on imported goods.… Read more
BCCI eyes South America supply routes to bypass costly North American shipping Emmanuel Joseph27/08/20260239 views The Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry said on Thursday it has identified alternative overseas markets that could reduce the consumer price of imported fruits, vegetables and some other foods… Read more
New Customs chief promises more efficient department Lourianne Graham26/08/202601.1K views The Customs and Excise Department is starting a modernisation drive that will bring in automation, data-driven risk management, post-clearance audits and more staff training. Lynette Padmore, the new Comptroller of… Read more
Vendors want Caribbean Grand Market to reach wider audience Lauryn Escamilla26/08/20260732 views Vendors at the Caribbean Grand Market have welcomed the opportunity to showcase their products but say greater promotion and different timing could help the event attract more shoppers. The market… Read more
Customs flags misuse of business concessions Lourianne Graham26/08/20260412 views Minister of Finance Ryan Straughn has warned businesses not to submit false or unrealistic invoices, explaining that under-invoicing hurts revenue collection and gives some businesses an unfair advantage over their… Read more
Sandy Crest celebrates two decades of service Barbados Today26/08/20260232 views What began with late-night conversations about establishing a private emergency care facility on Barbados’ West Coast was celebrated two decades later in the company of those who helped build it,… Read more