The COVID-19 testing of prison officers at Dodds as a requirement for beginning their shifts, amid an outbreak at the St Philip penal institution, is not sitting well with some …
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There is uncertainty about the ability of this country’s Parliament to begin carrying out the affairs of the state, without all 21 senators referenced in Barbados’ Constitution appointed and in …
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Since the well-publicised Dodds COVID-19Â outbreak from late 2020 to early 2021, the prison has continued to be free of outbreaks or major COVID-19 related challenges. Policies relating to the manner …
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The departments providing social services in Barbados will be amalgamated. Minister of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs, Kirk Humphrey, made this disclosure earlier today, after being sworn in by President …
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The Barbados Licensing Authority of the Ministry of Transport, Works and Water Resources informs the public that, due to Covid-related issues, the Vehicle Examination section has been closed. The Barbados …
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A new batch of AstraZeneca vaccines is expected to arrive on the island tomorrow, Thursday, February 3. Co-coordinator of the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, Dr. Elizabeth Ferdinand, said the …
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A total of 681 people – 307 males and 374 females – tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday, February 1, from the 2,600 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public …
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President of the National Union of Public Workers (NUPW) Kimberley Agard believes the appointment of a general secretary will bring some stability to the organisation. Her comments have come after …
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President Dame Sandra Mason has appealed to the seven Independent Senators sworn in on Tuesday to commit to their role as independent legislators in the Upper House. Speaking to the …
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The private entity that months ago attempted to introduce COVID-19 safe zones throughout the business community has thrown in the towel on the initiative. However, Dr Vidya Armogan who pioneered …