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Government, policy, and elections shaping the island.
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Dr. Sonia Browne suggests that returning Barbadians should contribute to health care costs, arguing it is fair for those who have not paid into the system to help alleviate the burden.
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Minister Adrian Forde highlights concerns over youth mixing over-the-counter medications and prescription drugs, prompting the need for the Barbados Medical Products Bill to regulate such practices.
Minister Kerrie Symmonds announced plans for a Barbadian pharmaceutical industry to reduce reliance on imports and enhance economic resilience during a debate on the Barbados Medical Products Bill.
The Barbados Medical Products Bill aims to enhance regulation of imported medical items and prevent misleading health claims, addressing concerns over unproven products sold locally.
Barbados' economic recovery strategy will depend on increased private-sector investment, as regional lender CAF plans to expand financing to support the government's fiscal program BERT 3.0.
