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Economic growth slows for Barbados

Barbados’ economy has now expanded for 21 consecutive quarters. However, with international uncertainty – especially the war in the Middle East taking a toll – economic growth has slowed. Central Bank...
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Port reforms ‘could save $19m’

The Barbados Chamber Of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is calling for a more collaborative and evidence-based response so...
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Celebrating 70 Years of supporting Barbadian businesses

For 70 years, the Barbados Employers’ Confederation (BEC) has been helping to shape how we work in Barbados. Most...
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Heat drives rush for ACs, fans

As Barbados braces for intense heat in August, retailers are reporting stronger demand for fans and air conditioning...
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AM Best upgrades Sagicor

Financial services group Sagicor Financial Company Limited, including its Barbados-based subsidiaries, has received a series of credit rating...
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Renewable sector ailing

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THE RENEWABLE ENERGY SECTOR has gone into cardiac arrest and I am not sure if it should be put on life support or allowed...
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BEHIND THE HEADLINES: Fighting sexual harassment at work

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LABOUR LAW REFORMERS who pray for tough worker protection, especially for women may soon have their prayers answered.That would happen if the Freundel Stuart...
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Consumers, be on your guard

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HOW IS THE two per cent National Social Responsibility Levy going to be applied? Like any levy, at the port.The port is going to...
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Jam puff heaven in Tudor Street

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THERE’S A BAKERY located along Tudor Street, one of the busiest streets leading into The City. It has been there for almost a year,...
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Levy shortfall caution

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GOVERNMENT may not be able to collect the originally projected $62 million in VAT following the introduction from last Thursday, September 1, of the...
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More job losses at Arawak

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AFTER CUTTING 40 workers just ten months ago, the struggling Arawak Cement Plant in St Lucy has put remaining staff on notice that more...
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