11,000 detained, 400 charged - Opposition raises concerns with enhanced security measures; Gov’t cites reduction in crime
An opposition senator, citing official documents, has revealed that close to 11,000 persons have been detained by the security forces since the first state of public emergency was imposed in St James in January.Additionally, according to Donna Scott...
Was the money paid? - HIV-infected nurse yet to receive funds; law firm promises she will receive 'millions' by Monday
Up to press time yesterday, Lydia James*, the nurse who was infected with HIV while working at a hospital in central Jamaica over a decade ago, stated that she was yet to receive any compensation.However, the guarantee coming from Dixon and...
FTC completes SOL LP gas price investigation
The Fair Trading Commission, on its own initiative, has completed an investigation which was launched in September 2017 after receiving two consumer queries relating to the purchase of SOL 100 lb Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders.
In each circumstance, the consumers alleged that they made a prepayment for LPG cylinders prior to a legislated price increase. However, their cylinders were delivered after the price increases came into effect.
The consumers subsequently discovered that they were charged the difference between the price they paid and the increased price, as per SOL’s Terms and Conditions of Service which stated: “Prices billed, will be prices prevailing on the date of delivery”.
After completing its investigation into this matter, the Commission determined that this clause may be an unfair contract term and/or misleading and/or deceptive conduct, which is contrary to the Consumer Protection Act, CAP. 326D. As a result, SOL was directed to remove the said contract term and SOL has complied with the Commission’s request.
Furthermore, the Commission has directed SOL to reimburse all customers who would have prepaid for an LPG gas cylinder but were asked to pay an increase in price because of the above mentioned contract term. This process is to be completed on or before December 17, 2018.
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BLP outlines plans for 80th anniversary conference
Barbados Labour Party (BLP) officials have outlined plans for its annual general conference at the end of the month.
At a brief press conference on Saturday, conference planning chairman Kurt Haynes said this year is extra special as it is the 80th anniversary of the BLP’s formation.
He said the BLP is also celebrating the country's first female Prime Minister Mia Mottley.
“Over the period October 26, 27 and 28 all 30 of our constituency branches, our vibrant associated arms - namely the League of Young Socialists, Women’s League, United Kingdom Branch and New York Branch - will join together for one solid party fellowship," Haynes said, adding that Mottley exemplifies the legacy left by Sir Grantley Adams.
“Amazingly, in 2018, just like in 1938, our current leader Mia Mottley continues to mirror the example and the legacy set by our founding father so long ago. History does have a way of repeating itself. We were always blessed with good leaders,” he said.
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BLP PR Committee Chairman Ricardo Blackman (left) and Conference Planning Chairman Kurt Haynes.[/caption]
Haynes also noted that they will be awarding faithful supporters for their contributions to the party from its inception.
“On this special night, we also recognize persons who are non-members. These men and women [who made] incredible contributions to our nation and this year is no different. We acknowledge the awardees in the area of sport, youth, and culture. This year we have expanded and added environmental protection and education,” he said.
The conference planning chairman also noted that Barbados is at a crossroads.
“One sign pointed down the road to total economic depression, to waste, bankrupt ideas and corruption in government. The other sign pointed towards a road that leads us to new ideas, bold initiatives and fresh thinking about our nation's problems," he said.
"It leads Barbados to an honest and intelligent approach to what is needed. It points to social injustice. It points to new horizons in economic development. It points to the restoration of the principles of integrity and pride in the administration of government and good governance in our country. It points to opportunity and returned prosperity after a period of adjustment. We shall not fail you.”
The conference is set to begin on Friday, October 26 at The Lodge School where the 80th-anniversary booklet which is being prepared by Davidson Ishmael, will be released. (LG)
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Man dies after shooting on Vergenoegen poultry farm
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 22-year-old man who was shot and subsequently died on Saturday morning. Dead is Jarrel Noble , called “Dumb Boy”an unemployed man of Lot 12, Tuschen Tiger Bay, East Bank Essequibo (EBE). He died at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) on Saturday. Investigations revealed that
Hope for small businesses
…gov’t to roll out procurement programme in January CABINET has approved the implementation of a Small Business Procurement Programme by the Ministry of Business in keeping with the Small Business Act of 2004, Minister of State, Joseph Harmon announced on Friday. Addressing reporters during his post-cabinet media briefing at the Ministry of the Presidency, the
Time to get with the programme
– and become more business-oriented, President urges Region 9 AS Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) celebrated the second annual Regional Agricultural and Commercial Expo (RACE), President David Granger has challenged residents to be more business-minded. “This is not a dream. Development is not only for foreigners; development is for you. You can be rich, because
APOLOGY FOR MURDER
OVERCOME with grief at a murder committed by his brother, Brenton McLean wept as he hugged the murder victims son and apologised to him yesterday.
Maria devastates Dominica
GOVERNMENT was yesterday mobilising resources to send relief supplies and manpower to Dominica after Category 5 Hurricane Maria devastated that country between Monday night and early yesterday morning.
AG: Judiciary, DPP getting help
ATTORNEY General Faris Al-Rawi yesterday said both the Judiciary and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) have been receiving assistance to help improve the criminal justice system.