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Valton Donavon Bend, former ombudsman and magistrate, has passed away at the age of 74. He served as Chief Magistrate before his appointment as Ombudsman in 2009.
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Two teenagers, Serrian Jamali Scott-Fegan and Donavan Randolph Hazel, have been remanded to Dodds prison after their suitable sureties were not found. They are facing a robbery charge.
The CARICOM Impact Assessment (CIA) study on front-of-package Nutritional Labelling (FoPNL) reveals that Barbados imports the highest percentage of UK Traffic Light warning system products, highlighting the need for a labelling model designed to meet the unique needs of consumers in Barbados. The study also recommends the US Facts Up Front and UK Traffic Light schemes as best suited to achieve the regional population's health objectives. The study, which evaluated different FoPNL models, recommends that consensus on the design and format of the FoPNL model should be reached through the established regional standards development process. The study further recommends strengthening national and regional quality infrastructure for food and nutrition safety and security, and carrying out enforcement through appropriate food safety technical regulations.
The Eunice Gibson Polyclinic in Warrens, St Michael, will be closed from October 13 (Wednesday to Friday) due to environmental challenges. Patients are advised to visit the nearest alternative polyclinic. The Ministry of Health and Wellness apologizes for the inconvenience and assures restoration of service soon.
One man died and another was injured in a shooting incident at Thunder Bay, Lower Carlton, St James. The police are investigating and seeking information from the public.
