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Andrew Key, a British national, was remanded to prison for gun and ammunition charges dating back to 2013. Psychological and psychiatric assessments will be conducted to determine his fitness for trial.
Prime Minister Mia Mottley announced changes to the corporate tax structure in Barbados, including a 9% tax rate and a top-up tax for multinational enterprises, aiming to comply with international tax rules. The changes will come into effect from January 1, 2024.
In a recent court case, High Court Justice Carlisle Greaves criticized the State's 16-year delay in bringing a firearm matter to trial. He stayed the matter, citing abuse of process. The accused, represented by Senior Counsel Arthur Holder, filed a constitutional motion in 2022 but the State had not provided a defense. Justice Greaves questioned how long was too long for the State to give an accused a hearing and suggested that the issue be considered by the constitutional court.
The Government plans to increase its housing solutions with a new housing project in Dodds, St Philip. The project aims to provide housing for residents in dangerous living conditions and government workers. (30 words)
