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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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 Barbados Workers’ Union (BWU) and management at the Barbados National Oil Company Ltd are now set to meet after some workers withdrew their services this morning. According to the …
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Studies are still being done on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on business. One glaring effect has been the influence of technology on the way business is done. Â …
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British Airways increasing flights by winter time
by Shanna Mooreby Shanna MooreBritish Airways (BA) has announced a significant enhancement to their flight schedule to Barbados, moving to double daily flights from London Heathrow to Bridgetown by winter of 2024-25. This increase, …
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The business community is advocating for a broad-based pricing mechanism that would take into account the needs of all involved in the food value chain, from suppliers to retailers. The …
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The Barbados-based Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) on Tuesday remained mum on the resignation of its president, Dr Hyginus ‘Gene’ Leon, who has also threatened to file a lawsuit against the …
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The Barbados Light & Power Company recently continued efforts to support the Caribbean Dyslexia Centre (CDC), donating much needed funding and teaching tools. Managing Director Roger Blackman, along with members …
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The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help children gain financial literacy was highlighted at the recent three-day Science and Technology Festival. During the three-day event, hosted by the Ministry …
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‘Grateful’ vendors hail Oistins World Cup improvements
by Shanna Mooreby Shanna MooreShop owners at Oistins Bay Garden have welcomed what they describe as much-needed upgrades to the area, totalling nearly $5 million as the government gears up for the Men’s T20 …