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BARBADOS DISCUSS ENHANCING RELATIONS WITH THE BAHAMAS

Barbados and the Bahamas are seeking to foster deeper bilateral relations.

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator Dr. The Most Honourable Jerome Walcott, presents a gift to High Commissioner of The Bahamas, Leslia Miller-Brice, at their courtesy call, yesterday.

The two officials discussed possible areas to deepen bilateral relations in trade, air services, culture and tourism as well as collaboration in the financial and business services sectors during a courtesy call yesterday, October 12th 2022.

Discussions also centred on climate change and the upcoming COP 27 to be held in Egypt from November 7 to 18, the two countries’ cultural festivals, Crop Over and Junkanoo, respectively and the need to highlight each other’s country through educational programmes on television.

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator Dr. The Most Honourable Jerome Walcott, was paid a courtesy call by the High Commissioner of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas; Mrs. Leslia Miller-Brice, at the ministry’s Culloden Road office.

Minister Walcott congratulated Mrs. Miller-Brice on her appointment as High Commissioner to Barbados and pointed out that the diplomatic relations between Barbados and The Bahamas are nearly half a century old, having been established since July 10, 1973.

High Commissioner Miller-Brice pointed out that The Bahamas had a special bond with Barbados that they valued, given so many Bahamians could trace their roots back to Barbados.

Minister Walcott agreed and noted that many “Bajan” teachers, policemen and public servants had migrated to The Bahamas.

Also present at the courtesy call were: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Head of CARICOM/Caribbean Affairs Division, Sandra Gittens; Foreign Service Officer, Janaé Kellman, Honorary Consul of The Bahamas, Selwyn Smith; Foreign Service Officer (Bahamas), Antonio Butler; and Aide to The Bahamas’ High Commissioner, Livingstone Barr. (PR/GIS)

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EBC Officers Conducting Verification Of Addresses Exercise

The public is advised that Registering Officers from the Electoral and Boundaries Commission (EBC) are in the field conducting a verification exercise to confirm the address of each registrant. This activity is in accordance with the Representation of the People Act Cap 12, Section 12.

EBC Registering Officers will be wearing the department’s branded T-shirts with the official ID prominently displayed as they visit residents in districts across the island.

Householders are encouraged to cooperate with the Registering Officers and secure their pets or animals during the visit. (PR/GIS)

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Police Service Tips For A Safe Bank Holiday Weekend

As persons prepare to attend various events over this extended weekend, Crime Prevention Officer with The Barbados Police Service, Inspector Roger Babb, is encouraging them to “stay in control” as they enjoy themselves.

Inspector Babb reminds members of the public that drinking alcohol impairs their ability to make good decisions, and drinking and driving may result in accidents that can be fatal.

The Crime Prevention Officer shared these useful tips:

Do not feel pressured to drink alcohol; it is okay to say no.
Do not drink and drive, always have a sober designated driver.
If you drink, do so in moderation and never leave your drink unattended.
Do not let anyone bring a drink for you.
To avoid having your drinks spiked, buy your own drinks, and watch the bartender make or open them.
If you think your drink was tampered with, let someone know and seek medical attention.
Be cautious with strangers and do not accept drinks from them.
Be aware of your surroundings.
Never mix alcohol with other drugs.
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SANDALS BARBADOS RECEIVES (CARPHA) AWARD

Sandals Barbados is the proud recipient of the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) Healthier Safer Tourism (HST) award.

The presentation was made recently at the Ministry of Health and Wellness office located in the Frank Walcott Building, St. Michael, Barbados.

Accepting the award for the Luxury Included Resort was General Manager Bruno Couesnon.

In his brief remarks Couesnon thanked every one of the team members who contributed to the resort’s recent accolade.

“It’s always nice to win awards; but it takes a team effort to achieve the results for which we are being recognized, today. The health and safety of our guests and team members are important to us and it is great to be selected and celebrated by CARPHA for doing our part and succeeding,” said Couesnon.

Executive Director of CARPHA Dr. Lisa Indar commended the hotel for achieving this internationally recognized award and praised its commitment to health and safety procedures.

“The 2019 Covid pandemic led to global shut down of tourism but it also demonstrated the resilience of the Caribbean by being able to bounce back. Part of that bouncing back was to be able to create a healthier and safer tourism experience and the reason you are here today is by being part of the tourism health programme and implementing proactive measures,” said Dr. Indar.

Some of the benefits of this award include being regionally and internationally recognized for healthier safer tourism endorsed by the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO); the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).

The award is the only traveler’s health award where compliance is assessed – it is measurable and verifiable, ensuring the safety of the tourist facility, staff and guests. It also gives a comparative, marketing advantage and gives value to the quality of service.(PR)

CAPTION: Sandals Barbados General Manager General Manager Bruno Couesnon (L) accepting the CARPHA award from Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Kenneth George