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President Mason delivers first speech of a Republic Barbados to open Parliament
In an historic first speech by the President of Barbados, the Most Honourable Dame Sandra Mason today promised Barbadians an improved and inclusive governance structure and prosperity for all citizens...
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Farmers concerned about the importation of liquid egg during a local glut
There is a massive glut of eggs on the local market which is being worsened, in part, by an insistence from some business to import liquid eggs instead of buying local. President of the Barbados Egg...
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Back to school coming soon
Minister of Education, Technological and Vocational Training (METVT) Kay McConney, has given the reassurance that work is earnestly ongoing to have thousands of school children back in the classroom in...
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Hewitt: DLP must include public, stalwarts in plans for way forward
Although saying he was honoured that retired politician Hamilton Lashley had identified him as the ideal person to lead the Democratic Labour Party (DLP), former contender for the presidency Reverend...
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Bajan men in cancer research to reduce deaths
Although saying he was honoured that retired politician Hamilton Lashley had identified him as the ideal person to lead the Democratic Labour Party (DLP), former contender for the presidency Reverend...
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Fire officials probe burning claims
Local fire authorities have uncovered evidence of indiscriminate burning of refuse in St Patricks, Christ Church and they are intensifying investigations into the matter which could lead to prosecution...
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An Emergency Ambulance Service of dedicated caregivers
Dr. David Byer is Head of Department of the Emergency Ambulance Service (EAS). However, his role extends far beyond the mere operation of ambulances. He ensures that when a team of first responders is...
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Sealy is C&W’s new Senior Director, Head of Communications
C&W Communications has appointed Marilyn Sealy to the position of Senior Director, Head of Communications effective February 1, 2022. Sealy, who is based in Barbados, has held a variety of roles...
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WIRD partners with farmer to launch new rum
There is a new rum product on Barbadian shelves with the launch of Plantation Cut & Dry, a coconut sensation locally made by expert rum makers and local farmers. The 100 per cent natural coconut...
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Barbados logs 653 new cases of COVID-19
A total of 653 persons, 359 males and 294 females, tested positive for COVID-19 on February 4. They were identified out of 2,703 tests conducted by Bes-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory. The new...
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Parents: Get our children back in the classroom, please
Scores of protesting parents, guardians and students gathered at the Bay Street Esplanade just outside Government house on Saturday afternoon as they turned up the pressure on Government to reopen...
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Social and emotional learning to help combat social dysfunction
Concerned about growing personal and social dysfunction in society, officials have announced that they have embarked on several missions aimed at facilitating more social and emotional learning to...
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Police investigate fatal shooting in St Michael
A 25-year-old man is dead after he was shot in The Ivy, St Michael Saturday night. The victim has been identified as Shaquon Stanford of 2nd Avenue Skeete’s Road, The Ivy, St Michael. A statement from...
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Queen Elizabeth begins celebrations to mark 70 years on throne
SOURCE: REUTERS: A smiling Queen Elizabeth kicked off celebrations for the 70th anniversary of her accession to the British throne by inviting local community groups on Saturday to her Sandringham...
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Vaccination schedule for February 7 to 13
The Immunisation Unit will continue its COVID-19 vaccination programme at polyclinics and designated sites from Monday, February 7 to Sunday, February 13. The venues and times are listed below. Monday,...
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Shooting victim Shaquon Stafford remembered as ‘a cool fella’
An unborn child will never get the chance to know his/her father because of the callous actions of a gunman, who on Saturday night carried out the first killing of the year. On Sunday morning,...
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462 new cases of COVID-19, 162 in isolation
The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has reported 462 new cases of COVID-19, comprising 227 males and 235 females. Eighty- Six under the age of 18 and 376 persons who are 18 years old and over....
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Adjustment in petroleum prices for February
Barbadians will be paying less for some petroleum products effective midnight, Sunday, February 6. The price of gasoline remains unchanged at $3.99. Diesel will cost $3.29 a litre – a decrease of five...
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QEH establishes assessment centres to aid home isolation centres
In an effort to further support the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Home Isolation Programme, effective Tuesday, February 8, the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) will establish an Assessment and...
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PAYE Microsoft Excel template now available
The Barbados Revenue Authority informs employers that the Microsoft Excel template used to file monthly Pay As You Earn (PAYE) returns for the income year 2022, is now available. In addition, entities...
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