There will be a new governing system at the island’s premier financial institution, the Central Bank of Barbados. In what he described as “important legislation”, Minister in the Ministry of …
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The Ministry of Energy, Small Business and Entrepreneurship is on the cusp of enacting comprehensive metrology regulations to repeal the existing Weights and Measures Act, replacing it with a new …
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Inmates at Dodds Prison will be able to see visitors again, come December 1, although only virtually. Word of this came today from Minister of Home Affairs Wilfred Abrahams, as …
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BWU boss takes seat in House, promising to speak on workers’ behalf
by Sandy Deaneby Sandy DeaneNewly-minted Member of Parliament for St George North Toni Moore today took her place in the House of Assembly where she served notice – and Prime Minister Mia Mottley acknowledged …
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Opposition Leader Bishop Joseph Atherley today appealed to Government to ensure it has its finances in order when compulsorily acquiring property so landowners are not left waiting long periods for …
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Minister of Home Affairs Wilfred Abrahams today unveiled a new prison farm programme that will see inmates receiving a stipend for their labour. The initiative is also designed to facilitate …
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If Prime Minister Mia Mottley has her way, there will be no pit toilets in Barbados by 2027. During today’s session of Parliament, she sought approval for funds to tackle …
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Newly elected Member of Parliament for St George North Toni Moore, in her maiden contribution to the Lower House today, urged Government to consider the safety and health of squatters …
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Aircraft security and protection along with health and safety concerns for hundreds of Barbadians have led to Government acquiring land now occupied by squatters at Rock Hall, St Philip. Minister …
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Democratic Labour Party (DLP) president Verla De Peiza has bid longstanding member George Pilgrim farewell, following his decision to walk away from the political organisation that he served for 26 …