BAMP sets up task force
By: Janelle Riley-ThornhillIt appears local doctors have concerns about the way in which the situation, relative to the presence of coronavirus is being handled in this country.A person familiar with...
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Major impact on sector
Cancellations increase in hotel and airline industryMinister of Tourism and International Transport, Kerrie Symmonds speaking to the media on Sunday at Ilaro Court.By: Marsha GittensBarbados’ tourism...
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People gaining a new perspective
Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Trade, Sandra Husbands.By: Regina Selman-MooreThe COVID-19 pandemic is giving people in Barbados and across the globe a new perspective on the value of human life,...
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NOT BUSINESS AS USUAL
Bridgetown feeling Stage 2 responseSwan Street was a far cry from its usual numbers.Collins Pharmacy on Broad Street was one of the businesses limiting customers in the store.AT first glance, it looked...
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NEW RULES FOR GOVERNMENT NURSERIES
An example of the signs greeting parents at government nurseries.Protocols have been put in place at the government nurseries as part of the island’s Covid-19 response.Upon arrival all persons must...
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New system for those visiting QEH pharmacy
A temporary waiting area has been erected just outside the main entrance of the QEH.Visitors to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital seeking to have their prescriptions filled were greeted with new system when...
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Invest in local talent
From left: Cheryl Forde, Marketing Manager at Co-operators General Insurance Company Limited; and Business Development and Marketing Manager, Sabrina Howard, presenting the Administrative Officer at...
View ArticleEXAMS POSTPONED
AS COVID-19 continues to shake up the status quo on the island, the long-serving Barbados Secondary School’s Entrance Exam (BSSEE) will be pushed back to Tuesday June 2, if the Trinity Term (Term...
View ArticleVirgin to fly out again this Friday
British-based airline Virgin Atlantic is set to have an additional flight from Barbados to the United Kingdom tomorrow, Friday, March 27.While the airline had indicated that its last flight from the...
View ArticleBNA calls for safety and support of nurses dealing with COVID-19
The Barbados Nurses Association (BNA) is calling on the Ministry of Health & Wellness and by extension the Government of Barbados, to make the safety of nurses who have to be on the front-line in...
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Taxi men have their say on COVID-19
The stand at Lower Broad Street was full as there was not much work for taxi men yesterday.As COVID-19 expands it influence across Barbados, citizens from all walks of life continue to feel the pinch...
View ArticleContinuity plan rolled out
Amid fears about the coronavirus, the Guardian Group has initiated its business continuity plan as it seeks to keep employees safe, while still meeting the needs of customers. President of Guardian...
View ArticleBNA wants special training for nurses
The Barbados Nurses Association (BNA) is calling on local nurses to acquaint themselves with the relevant procedures and protocols in regards to dealing with COVID-19 patients, and to make themselves...
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Guardian prepared
Amado Marcano, Branch Manager of Guardian Life of the Caribbean.By: André SpringerAccording to Amado Marcano, Branch Manager of Guardian Life of the Caribbean, the insurance company is prepared to...
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Looking after your mental well-being vital during COVID-19 pandemic
Shawn Clarke, CEO of Supreme Counselling for Personal Development (SCPD).By: Regina Selman MooreAs Barbadians seek to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, they are being encouraged to take proactive steps...
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Revised CXC examinations strategy explained
Dr. Wayne Wesley, Registrar and CEO of the Caribbean Examinations Council, explains the revised examination strategy at a press briefing held yesterday at the CXC Headquarters.By: Andre...
View ArticlePM: Curfew Coming!
Restrictions start tomorrow as country moves to Stage 3FROM tomorrow, Barbadians’ movement will be significantly restricted following the announcement of a curfew being put in place until April 14,...
View ArticlePositive COVID-19 cases increase to 24
LAST NIGHT, Barbadians were alerted that the country has recorded six more positive COVID-19 cases, pushing the figure to 24.Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley, along with Chief Medical Office (Ag) Dr....
View ArticleWickham voices disapproval of decision taken by T&T
Political Scientist Peter Wickham has described the decision by Trinidad and Tobago to close its borders and refuse entry to its own citizens as “shameful!”On Monday, 33 nationals of the twin republic...
View ArticleTime to rethink how we do business
The COVID-19 pandemic may present us here in Barbados with the opportunity to rethink how we do business, even after the pandemic passes.Senator Dr. Lynette Holder suggested the above, whilst speaking...
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