Car Crashes Worry Insurers

The General Insurance Association of Barbados is concerned about the increasing number of road traffic accidents. A series of posts on social media over the last several days depicted a significant number of car crashes. President of the association, Randy Graham, is also worried about the increasing seriousness of the accidents. President of the General […]

Grass Fires Trigger Health Concerns

A spate of grass and cane fires and the resulting smoke is creating a health concern especially for asthma and sinus suffers. The situation is becoming so severe, it prompted an appeal from government Senator Dr.Shantal Munro-knight at the start of today’s session of the Senate. President of the Barbados Pharmaceutical Society Yolan Pantin confirms […]

Minister Reports Progress at QEH Despite Criticism

Health Minister Dr. Jerome Walcott gives the assurance that progress is being made in fixing the issues at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, in the face of scathing criticism of the institution from an independent Senator who is a doctor. Independent Senator, Dr. Christopher Maynard, who’s a surgeon spoke as debate on government’s budget continued in […]

Poultry Plan Amidst Price Hike

The price of poultry to increase slightly from next month, as a hike in the cost of animal feed takes effect. The price of poultry in Barbados is to increase slightly from next month following a hike in the cost of animal feed that went into effect last week. Meantime, plans are being made to […]