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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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10-MINUTE MANAGER: Tony Cutting

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Tony Cutting is co-owner of Palette House. Are you where you’ve always wanted to be?Not quite but soon, it’s a work in progress. What is your...
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PSV owners want $3 fare

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OWNERS OF PUBLIC SERVICE VEHICLES have sent a proposal to Minister of Finance Chris Sinckler for bus fare to be increased to $3.Stating that...
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Islandwide blackout

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AN APPARENT LOOPHOLE in the Barbados Light Power Company’s (BL) electrical system resulted in an island-wide blackout yesterday.Sources close to the issue said a...
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No landlines

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IN THE WEE hours of yesterday morning, residents across the island woke up to find their houses in darkness and fans off.And when they...
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ON THE RIGHT: Evidence based housing needed

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Is the provision of housing still a major issue?An evidence-based approach in a housing planning context could be seen as the conscientious, explicit, and...
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ON THE LEFT: Role for Government in housing

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Is the provision of housing still a major issue?The demand for housing grows every day, as people migrate to cities and create new households....
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