Barbados Employment

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Greater inclusion of tourism workers part of Barbados govt’s plan for industry’s recovery

Tourism minister says Barbados already seeing signs of modest recovery but there is more work to be done  BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS — In recognizing World Tourism Day, celebrated on September 26, 2021, Minister of Tourism and International Transport Lisa Cummins revealed the government’s plans for revitalizing the critical industry, with specific emphasis on greater inclusion for…
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Caribbean Development Bank chief touts potential of blue economy

Dr. Gene Leon encourages region to maximize benefits from one of its most abundant resources BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS — Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) President Dr. Hyginus “Gene” Leon highlighted the potential economic benefits the region stands to gain by embracing the various direct and indirect employment that encompass the blue economy. In a recent round table…
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Roadside vendors must be included in resilient recovery, says Barbados minister

New MSME registry and collateral registry to revolutionize empowerment of Barbados small business sector, according to Minister Symmonds  BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS — Barbadian roadside vendors, hailed by Minister of Energy, Small Business and Entrepreneurship Kerrie Symmonds as the “unsung heroes” of the nation, are poised to benefit from a new legislative framework and safe, sanitary facilities…
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Cohort of 20 from Barbados headed to USA as part of farm labour programme

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS — Twenty Bajans will be setting out for the United States this winter after having secured agriculture jobs as part of the USA Farm Labour Programme. Under the arrangement, eight Bajans will work on a New York vineyard for three months come January 2022, and another 12 will work in a West Virginia…
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