A brief work stoppage at the state-owned Barbados National Oil Company Ltd (BNOCL) on Thursday prompted a multi-prong agreement in which the workers are to receive long-awaited back pay next …
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Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne is not impressed with how the government has handled the proposed acquisition of the Drax Hall Plantation in St George for housing. The government had initially …
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More support in campaign opposing Drax Hall Plantation sale
by Sasha Mehterby Sasha MehterA campaign to prevent British Member of Parliament Richard Drax from profiting from a controversial land deal in Barbados has gained momentum. This follows a decision by Prime Minister Mia …
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After about a quarter of a century of enjoying a 15 per cent discount on new gasoline and diesel vehicles, consumers must now dig deeper into their pockets to buy …
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Thorne assures the internal conflict will be resolved
by Shamar Bluntby Shamar BluntOpposition Leader Ralph Thorne on Thursday ended the practice of a shadow Cabinet in the Democratic Labour Party (DLP), unveiling instead “research and policy teams” that will be tasked to …
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Safety veteran urges bosses, workers follow health, safety rules
by Shanna Mooreby Shanna MoorePioneer workplace safety advocate Orlando ‘Gabby’ Scott has urged adherence to national and international safety standards in creating a sound work environment. Declaring that “workplace safety is a collective effort”, …
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The Constitutional Reform Commission (CRC) will now present its written report to President Dame Sandra Mason by June 30 this year. Director General – Governance, Gail Atkins said the CRC …
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What a turbulent political week it has been for the Democratic Labour Party (DLP). A highly-charged members-only meeting was held on Sunday at party headquarters in George Street and the …
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Road Closure at Walkers, St. George from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on April 26
Motorists are advised that the road at Walkers, St. George will be closed from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, April 26, 2024. This is to allow the team …
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The importance of forming linkages across the Caribbean for community and economic empowerment was underscored during a Crochet for a Cause: Ridge to Reef project two-day workshop recently held in …