by Government of Barbados – Aug 28, 2024 This afternoon, as I learnt of the passing of Dame Maizie Barker-Welch, I could not help but reflect on the life and contribution of a true Barbadian gem — a lady who contributed so much to our country, and who did so at a time when women […]
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PICTURED ABOVE The life of Barbados Labour Party stalwart, the Honourable Rudolph ‘Cappy’ Greenidge, wascelebrated during a heartfelt funeral service held in the chapel of Coral Ridge Memorial Gardenson Friday morning. The service was attended by a host of dignitaries, including Her ExcellencyPresident Dame Sandra Mason, Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley, Deputy Prime Minister SantiaBradshaw, […]
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by Julie Carrington Aug 20, 2024 | Former Minister, Member of Parliament and DeputyPresident of the Senate, The Honourable Rudolph Greenidge, OR, SC. Persons who are unable to pay their last respects to former Minister, Member of Parliament and Deputy President of the Senate, The Honourable Rudolph Greenidge, OR, SC. at the funeral service, may […]
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Former First Lady of Mozambique and South Africa, Dame Graҫa Machel. People who are interested in attending the Reflections on the Road to Freedom public discussion featuring the former First Lady of Mozambique and South Africa, Dame Graça Machel, are encouraged to sign up to reserve their seating. The dynamic exchange on the concept of […]
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By Julie Carrington – Aug 21, 2024 Minister of State in the Ministry of Education Technological and Vocational Training Sandra Husbands , Dame Graça Machel, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Joy-Ann Skinner, Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Division of Culture, Prime Minister’s Office, Michelle Maynard on their way to the […]
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By GOV.BB on – 17 Jan 2024, 12:01PM Persons between the ages of 70 and 74 will no longer need to submit a medical certificate to the Barbados Licensing Authority (BLA) to renew their driving licence. However, according to the Road Traffic (Amendment) Act 2023, senior drivers who are 75 years or older are required to submit a […]
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PICTURED ABOVE the festival’s first king Keithroy Destroyer Christian. August 1, 2024Subject: Four former monarchs to pay tribute to Crop Over 50When the 18 finalists of the Courtesy Garage Pic-O-De-Crop Final gather todo battle on Friday night, it will be an historic occasion for more reasons thanone.For the first time, four former monarchs — each […]
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by GOVERNMENT OF BARBADOS – Jul 7, 2024 It is with a deep sense of sadness that I today pay tribute to a dear friend, professional colleague and invaluable supporter and resource of the Barbados Labour Party, Sir Philip Serrao — better known to many as “Jimmy”. Anyone who had even a passing relationship with […]
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The 50 th anniversary of Crop Over was officially launched on Saturday with the DigicelCeremonial Delivery of the Last Canes. Taking place in the heart of the city, the hive of activitiesspanned between Golden Square, Heroes Square, and Independence Square. Geared towards theentire family, early morning activities included a marketplace which featured local artisans.Patrons enjoyed […]
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Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley surveying the damage at the Bridgetown Fisheries Complex yesterday following the passage of Hurricane Beryl. (C. Pitt/BGIS) Damage assessments will be carried out in the coming days to determine the losses to the fishing industry, as a result of storm surge during the passage of Hurricane Beryl, which sunk or […]
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