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Government, policy, and elections shaping the island.
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Government urges private sector to boost investment in disaster planning and response amid climate crisis. Minister emphasizes businesses' role in supporting District Emergency Organisations for effective disaster mitigation efforts.
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The Democratic Labour Party faces internal turmoil as long-standing members, predominantly women, resign en masse after being barred from a recent conference. Allegations of mistreatment and rights violations have led to significant departures.
Barbados implements new policy where police no longer respond to minor traffic accidents. General Insurance Association and Police Service optimistic, citing potential for improved efficiency and resource allocation.
The article discusses the impact of trust in relationships, drawing parallels between personal relationships and government-citizen trust in Barbados amid concerns about safety and security measures.
US Vice-President Kamala Harris discusses her stance on gun ownership, supporting an assault weapons ban while no longer backing a mandatory buyback program for AR-15s and similar firearms.
