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Government, policy, and elections shaping the island.
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Barbados establishes diplomatic ties with Ghana, appointing Juliette Bynoe-Sutherland as the first resident High Commissioner. Minister Symmonds highlights expanding Barbados' diplomatic presence in Africa and ongoing negotiations for specialist nurses from Ghana.
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Minister rejects land development proposal for Newton Plantation, citing historical significance and community opposition. Decision based on conflicting growth management policies. Details at registers.townplanning.gov.bb/digital?q=newton.
The National Union of Public Workers (NUPW) pays tribute to former leader Joseph Goddard, highlighting his significant achievements and contributions to the labor movement regionally and internationally.
French President Emmanuel Macron appoints Michel Barnier, former EU Brexit negotiator, as new prime minister amid political turmoil. Barnier faces challenges in budget preparation and opposition criticism.
Joseph Goddard, former NUPW General Secretary and Barbados' UN Representative, passed away at 82, shortly after his successor Dennis Clarke. PM Mottley pays tribute to their significant trade union legacies.
