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Government, policy, and elections shaping the island.
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Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley discusses strategies to address Barbados' population crisis, emphasizing managed migration and extending citizenship to descendants of Barbadians overseas as potential solutions.
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New Dura Villa homes ready for occupancy in 2022. Former St Bartholomew’s Girls’ School site to be part of National Housing Development Plan, providing 36 housing solutions. Minister Sutherland's announcement in the House of Assembly.
Democratic Labour Party (DLP) unveils plans for a new crime commission in response to Barbados' rising homicide rate. Chaired by attorney Verla DePieza, the 12-member panel aims to engage citizens on crime causes and solutions.
Minister of Youth Charles Griffith responds to Barbados Youth Development Council criticism, emphasizing community outreach efforts and progress on national youth policy implementation amid communication challenges.
The Public Accounts Committee faces dispute over investigative priorities, with Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne criticizing government for sidelining HOPE housing project inquiry in favor of old Barbados Water Authority matter.
