Commuters who use vehicles under the Transport Augmentation Programme (TAP) are being encouraged to learn their rights, amid complaints that passengers were being charged for packages they take on board. …
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Over the next six months, the Government will be establishing a legacy fund to build the island’s capacity to finance climate resilience. Prime Minister Mia Mottley gave this indication on …
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An Independent Senator has called for some tax allowances to be restored and for the Government to stop taxing pensions. Senator Crystal Drakes has also questioned whether any consideration will …
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Activist urges Gov’t to consider impact of retirement age hike on wellness of the elderly By Emmanuel Joseph Social activist Felicia Dujon is calling on the Government to examine how …
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Straughn: No real double taxation on pensions By Marlon Madden Minister in the Ministry of Finance Ryan Straughn has rejected calls for the Government to review its tax policy on …
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Veteran masquerader Betty West has copped the coveted Best Festival Designer – The Robert Weekes Award in this year’s Grand Kadooment. Her band “Soca in de Mas” also copped Large …
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BHTA chief suggests double dose of Kadooment By Marlon Madden Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) Ryan Forde had suggested that Grand Kadooment be held …
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The Central Bank of Barbados has given the National Insurance Scheme (NIS) permission to invest US$40 million (BDS$80 million) overseas, boosting its portfolio diversification through access to international markets. The …
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Ministry of Education officials are weighing the pros and cons of the use of cell phones in schools in light of a UNESCO study which has recommended a ban on …
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Anaya Sealy of the People’s Cathedral Primary and Scott Johnson of Charles F Broome Primary are the top female and male performers, respectively, in this year’s Barbados Secondary Schools’ Entrance …