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Government, policy, and elections shaping the island.
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Prime Minister Mia Mottley announces Cabinet adjustments to strengthen national priorities. Changes include new ministers for Economic Affairs, Education, and Innovation to drive Barbados' development agenda effectively.
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Minister of Industry, Innovation, Science, and Technology Marsha Caddle resigns from Cabinet, citing misaligned principles. Highlights investments in cybersecurity and tech ecosystem development during her tenure. Stresses commitment to Barbados Labour Party.
Marsha Caddle resigns as Minister of Industry, Innovation, Science and Technology but remains MP of St Michael South Central and a member of the Barbados Labour Party. Statement details her decision.
The Ministry of Transport and Works lacks the manpower to address infrastructural work involving exposed wells, leading to reliance on outside contractors with overdue contracts. Deputy Prime Minister Bradshaw highlighted this during the Appropriation Bill debate.
Ministry of Transport and Works to launch $2 million nationwide signage and street infrastructure project to address inadequate road signs, focusing on rural areas. Three contractors awarded contracts for improvements.
