One hundred people from 22 countries officially became Barbadians on Thursday and Minister of Home Affairs and Information Wilfred Abrahams says it will keep the island punching above its weight. …
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Police association wants early retirement provision for officers based on nature of job
by Anesta Henryby Anesta HenryA call has been made not to require police officers to work for 40 years to qualify for full benefits at retirement. President of the Police Association Mervin Grace said …
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The Barbados Agricultural Society (BAS) is calling for tighter controls on the importation of onions when local supply can meet demands, as farmers now face stiff competition from imported produce. …
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The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) headquartered in Queen’s Park, the construction of hotels and other developments just outside the Kensington Oval, and the establishment of a gold exchange are all …
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With a raft of new budgetary tax measures going into effect Friday, the local business sector says it’s ready to implement those under its control. President of the Barbados Chamber …
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Paul calls for boycott of sugarcane sellers along the highway
by Anesta Henryby Anesta HenryChief Executive Officer of the Barbados Agricultural Society (BAS) James Paul has joined the call for Barbadians to stop buying peeled sugarcane from wayside vendors. At a press conference on …
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Some 600 former LIAT employees are celebrating the news that they can now proceed with court action against the Antigua and Barbuda government on the eve of the second anniversary …
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Prime Minister Mia Mottley is unmoved by a last-minute plea from the Barbados Beverage Coalition to roll back a massive tax hike on sugar-sweetened beverages. On Thursday night, mere hours …
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Message to mark the Occasion of the 84th Anniversary Of the Barbados Labour Party from Political Leader of the Barbados Labour Party, Hon Mia Amor Mottley The contribution that the Barbados Labour …
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The public is advised that all traffic matters scheduled to be heard at Traffic Court, District ‘A’ Magistrate’s Court, Coleridge Street, during the month of April, will commence at 1:00 …