Move to streamline room levy collection
Government is moving towards more effective collection of taxes from Barbados’ shared economy tourism accommodation, as revenue from that sector continues to increase.Minister in...
Govt issues US$500 million bond
Government has issued a US$500 million bond in the international market.Minister in the Ministry of Finance Ryan Straughn said the instrument, snapped up by...
Straughn sheds light on Bridgetown Initiative at forum
Minister in the Ministry of Finance Ryan Straughn yesterday highlighted some of Government’s objectives regarding the Bridgetown Initiative.Speaking as a member of the panel...
‘Pool insurance risk’ in region
Minister in the Ministry of Finance Ryan Straughn has called for regional collaboration in the insurance sector to help build resilience against external and...
Straughn urges Barbadians to be wary of get-rich quick schemes
Another scam is making the rounds after Minister in the Ministry of Finance Ryan Straughn made an appeal on Monday for Barbadians not to...
Straughn likely to take on portfolio
Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has signalled that Minister in the Ministry of Finance Ryan Straughn is likely to have full responsibility for that...