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FARMERSREPORTS that drought-like FEARFULas you can clearly see. This re- conditions are expected to Concern that drought conditions could lead to big losses duced rainfall will negatively persist through the first half impact potential crop yields, both of the year are concerning the impact of the drought is (BAS), James Paul, said the ing techniques that could guar- in terms of the quantity and agricultural stakeholders in likely to slowly deepen. As a re- farming community is looking at antee a steady water supply, quality of that produce. It is only this country, who fear that sult, he said, there is a greater ways to mitigate against the con- especially in drought conditions. in the irrigated areas that we the sector in general could chance of plants withering, in- tinued water shortages. Paul said “The drought conditions will might see the production of the suffer great losses. creased risk of fire and crop that even though the farmers affect us especially in areas that same quality, but it could affect Last Friday, Climatologist Dr. yields also being impacted. have no control over the weather, we rely on the rain where we the quantity of vegetables for Cedric Van Meerbeeck noted that Reflecting on such predictions, they have a duty,in order to meet have rainfed agriculture. So example that would be avail- in February to April – usually Chief Executive Officer of the the country’s food requirements, some crops may be impacted and able,” he explained. the driest months of the year – Barbados Agricultural Society to ensure that they are employ- there is no rain falling right now FARMERS on Page 3

St. Peter ready for We Gatherin’ THE month of February belongs to St. Peter and Member of Parliament, the Hon. Colin Jordan, is calling on the country to come celebrate that parish’s heritage from coast to coast. The Government of Barbados and the We Gatherin’ 2020 St. Peter Parish Organising Committee officially got activi- ties under way with a church service at St. Peter’s Parish Church yesterday. Recognising the high bar set by St. Lucy last month, Minister Jordan assured the packed con- gregation that St. Peter will be on par, as he accepted the 2020 candle from MP the Hon. Peter Phillips. “We recognised that we are part of a relay.A relay that calls on people across the country to stand up, speak up and put all of our shoulders to the plough – those who live in parishes, but also those who live outside of Barbados, as well as those who are Barbadians by choice,” Minister Jordan pointed out. “The call is for all of us to gather together, to recommit ourselves to this wonderful nation – to its growth and to its development. “St Peter has never let down Member of Parliament for St. Lucy, the Hon. Peter Phillips (left) passes on The We Gatherin’ 2020 Candle to Member of Parliament the nation and it will not do so for St. Peter, the Hon. Colin Jordan, during the church service at St. Peter’s Parish Church yesterday. now. In February,we will be cel- ebrating our heritage from coast giving a taste of the activities celebrate Speightstown and the Hon. Santia Bradshaw,took the tiative, the brainchild of Prime to coast – from our western coast planned, which include St. 350th Anniversary of the opportunity to encourage Minister the Hon. Mia Amor to eastern coast, we will cele- Peter’s signature event on Settlement of the Carolinas. Barbadians to continue to em- Mottley, designed to reinforce brate our heritage,” he declared, Saturday February 15, to Acting Prime Minister, the brace the We Gatherin’ 2020 ini- ST. PETER on Page 5 2 • Monday February 3, 2020 The Barbados Advocate The Barbados Advocate Monday February 3, 2020 • 3

Water harvesting techniques encouraged FARMERS from Front usually the driest there is whatever grass is grass fires and we can Page the risk of grass fires, available, because have pastures being Paul added that not only which he explained, could certainly if these destroyed, which of course are crops likely to be reduce the grass supply conditions persist as they would also reduce the impacted, but livestock required for livestock. To are expecting in the early amount of land available yields as well, if the that end, he said such part of the year, we could for grazing by animals. So animals do not get the farmers must be have the problem of not we have to start storing in necessary forage. He said proactive. having enough fodder for order to ensure that we given that the first few “We have got to make the animals. When it gets don’t run short of that and months of the year are sure that we harvest really dry we tend to get of course the other issue would be water. I don’t know how we would deal with that, but we have to explore all options there Fire service to relocate as well,” he stated. DISPLACED Fire Service go to a temporary location to carry out their He added, “The personnel stationed at the in the same building that inspections within the City environmental conditions soon to be demolished was occupied by the easily. are not something that we Probyn Street Ministry of Public Works He also defended can do anything about, so headquarters may be and that is being government’s decision to I think what we need to relocated to the former retrofitted and this is demolish the well known do is to recognise what British American expected to take ten days city buildings, stating: “In they are and use whatever Insurance building in and will start hopefully every great city in the mitigating measures we Upper Collymore Rock. from next week,” he said. world, there is an open can to lessen the negative Speaking on the state of Speaking in Parliament space. Green impact.” disrepair of the Probyn earlier this week, Hinkson environments which are With that in mind, he Street building, Home said the first two floors of being promoted globally said serious consideration Affairs Minister Edmund the former British because we all realise that should be given to using Hinkson noted that while American Insurance the socio-economic well- water harvesting work was done on the building in Upper being of an individual, techniques and possibly almost 70-year-old Collymore Rock were also while very important the even using wastewater structure last year, the being looked at as the aspect of their spiritual from some manufacturing policy decision taken by temporary home for the well, their ability and enterprises to help meet Cabinet to demolish this fire service until the capacity to recreate and farmers’ water needs. Paul and the adjacent old construction at its new have times of peace with said that such wastewater National Insurance home in the Pine themselves and their can be recycled and used it building to expand Golden Plantation Road was family and so we believe for irrigation purposes. Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Agricultural Square meant that in the completed. we should have this open “We also have to place Society (BAS), James Paul. meantime, a temporary He reiterated there space in Bridgetown,” emphasis on soil covering. location had to be set up would also be an outpost while insisting With the reduce rainfall use of water and help to drought conditions, and for the fire service placed near to the Bethel government’s commitment mulching is going to be retain the moisture. We encourage innovation in personnel. Methodist Church to allow to bring back life to the very important so that we have to explore various these areas,” he stated. “Some firemen would be the fire service personnel island’s capital. (JMB) are more efficient in the techniques to survive (JRT) relocated to the Worthing Fire Station, some will be relocated to the Arch Hall fire station as well as the equipment that would be CARICOM Ministers of Health to meet today required and it is planned CARICOM Ministers of up the sector, with strengthen surveillance has been put on “a higher monitored by the relevant that eight firemen would Health will link up via particular emphasis on at its airport and seaport sense of alertness”, polyclinics throughout Skype today to discuss heightened surveillance and had taken steps to manually going through the next 14 days. the potential public at the ports of entry. pay overtime, in order to passports to see where “In the event of illness, Petroleum health threat posed to Declaring that it could have staff in place after persons visited in the these persons will be the region by the novel not be “business as normal shifts in order to previous 14 to 21 days. transported from the port prices to coronavirus (nCoV). usual”, Minister Bostic meet “red-eye flights”. The Chief Medical of entry to the Infectious Barbados’ Minister of warned that the threat Explaining that the Officer said there were Disease Unit at Enmore,” Health and Wellness, Lt. went beyond public first line of contact for protocols in place at the he stated, adding that increase from Col. Jeffrey Bostic, health with the potential persons entering ports to deal with persons simulations would take expects that by the end of to impact other sectors of Barbados was the arriving from the affected place in the coming days February 2 that meeting, a unified the economy such as environmental health regions who were to make sure that these THE retail price of regional response to the tourism, trade, homeland officers and public health asymptomatic (showing transfers occur gasoline, diesel and global health emergency security and foreign nurses, he disclosed that no symptoms) as well as seamlessly. The kerosene will increase, will emerge. relations. there were 20 those who were ill. Barbados Ambulance effective midnight The nCoV, which was As a consequence, he environmental health He indicated that Service is fully equipped Sunday, February 2. first identified in Wuhan, said, the response of officers and six public environmental health and protective measures Gasoline will be China in December last Government was a health nurses based at officers boarded all for workers are in place adjusted from $3.55 per year, is highly infectious holistic one with regular the ports of entry. arriving aircraft and to ensure the safe litre to $3.58 per litre; and has now spread to 20 discussions taking place The Ministry of Health scrutinised the health transfers of patients, the diesel from $3.02 per litre countries outside of across Ministries and and Wellness has declaration forms. Any ill CMO added. to $3.06, and kerosene China, infecting more ultimately at the level of increased its public passengers who met the Meanwhile, training from $1.34 per litre to than 14 000 people the Cabinet of Barbados. health messaging at the case definition would be and sensitisation of front- $1.37 per litre. This globally. The death toll so Acting Chief Medical airport, with new signs in flagged along with those line workers at the ports represents an increase of far is estimated at 230. Officer of Health, Dr. place instructing passengers sitting in the continue. Dr. George $0.03, $0.04, and $0.03 for Minister Bostic was Kenneth George, reported passengers on the steps immediate vicinity, that explained that hand gasoline, diesel and speaking on Saturday at that in addition to the they must take if they is, next to, in front of and washing and good kerosene, respectively. a meeting he chaired, cross-border spread of the had visited China before behind the ill passenger. respiratory hygiene were These price which brought together virus, there were now arriving in Barbados. “If a person is fundamental to prevent adjustments are in civil servants from across reports of in-country The questions which asymptomatic but has the transmission of virus keeping with the public health sector transmission (person to arriving passengers must been in the high risk so a directive had been Government’s policy of to determine Barbados’ person) in some countries, answer at the kiosks have area, they are being given for adequate hand allowing retail prices to readiness to respond to outside of the epicentre. also been updated, Dr. allowed entry into sanitises to be in place at be reflective of those on the emergency and to put He said that Barbados George revealed, and the Barbados and those the ports of entry for all the international market. in train measures to beef had moved quickly to Immigration Department persons are being front-line staff. 4• Monday February 3, 2020 The Barbados Advocate Emtage takes top honours By André Springer as cooking with classmates and studying diplomas, that they would remember the after class along with getting fish and friendships built and experiences shared THE American University of chips in Oistins on Fridays. Emtage also because – success is who you become and Barbados (AUB), School of Medicine admitted to sharing moments of fun not what you achieve. (AS) Best Graduate for Fall 2018, Amy during histology labs, where some Emtage, was awarded the first talented students practiced their tattoo Best Graduate (Entering Class) Valedictorian honours at the art skills while the professor was not Fall 2016 – Anike Serrano recently held First Annual looking. Spring 2017 – Kelena Browne Graduation Ceremony at the AUB Encouraged by friends to love, enjoy Summer 2017 – Fizah Chaudary Building, Wildey, St. Michael. life and be themselves and by mentors to Fall 2017 – Karla Callender Emtage with a quiet demeanour strive to be better than themselves and to Spring 2018 – Awais Farooq thanked the university for years of overcome, Emtage was clear in her Summer 2018 – Alana Wilson support and acknowledged that the address. She believes that the Fall 2018 – Amy Emtage evening was about celebration. culmination of memories had made them Spring 2019 – Tobias Agiopu “Today we are celebrating the who they were and said that she hoped Summer 2019 – Maegan Chabral accomplishments of these graduates. that as the graduates left with their Fall 2019 – Adrianne Bynoe Today we recognise the years of focus, perseverance and hope they have invested in the pursuit of medicine. Each and every one of these graduates had a unique story but what we share in common is our desire to serve in medicine.” Emtage passionately explained the highs of overcoming challenges and celebrating victories, gaining new friends and the support of one another despite the differences in personalities, nationalities and strengths. The Valedictorian stated that some of the memories of the journey were not good ones but made them stronger. “Some memories are difficult in hearing but made us stronger. We will always remember the first time we watched a patient die after a long and hard fought road or when we had to share bad news with an expecting mother or when we listened without judgement as a patient shared their stories behind each one of their scars.” Then came the memories which Emtage said were worth the wait. “Other memories are rewards we wait and work for so patiently. Catching a baby during delivery for the first time, seeing a patient come off the ventilator to wake up and recognise their family or watching an addict come clean after months of comprehensive therapy,” it was pointed out. The valedictorian also remembered The historic first Graduating Class of the American University of Barbados, School of Medicine. INSET: Valedictorian Amy those times of laughter and bonding such Emtage reminded her fellow graduates to hold fast the memories of the journey. Linkages with Ghana being explored EFFORTS are on the way to further And we are very keen in terms of the route. exhibition in Africa and conversely develop a Barbados-Ghana connection developing those linkages and forging Roach noted that part of the viability of bringing some African talent here to with the view of increasing travel, trade ahead with helping each other with best new routes is ensuring that there is the Barbados. We are also looking at the and cultural exchanges between the two practices.” element of cargo in order to assure music. We have decided that we are gong countries. It was further noted that, “We are profitability. “So we are talking to quite a to create a Barbadian/Ghanaian jingle,” This was revealed by Head of Global currently talking to Ethiopian airlines, to few of the local entrepreneurs about she said. Markets of the Barbados Tourism South African Airways about the opening new markets for them in Africa. She stressed that a concerted effort must Marketing Inc. (BTMI), Petra Roach, who development of that new route. Because Ghana is very centrally located. It is a be made to re-write the story about Africa. was delivering remarks during a tree- right now there is a very circuitous route very central part of the Western African “We have been brought up in school to planting ceremony held between officials that people have to take which is either grouping of nations which has access to think of the UK as the “Mother Country”, of the BTMI and the Ghana Tourism through London or through New York to 350 million people. It is also actually cited but actually most of our forefathers came Authority recently at the National get to Barbados and we know that if it by the (IMF) International Monetary from Africa and we really want to re-write Botanical Gardens. were that we left Accra, it would take just Fund as having the world’s fastest history and re-educate our people about According to Roach, “Ultimately, eight hours.” economy at a rate of 8.8 per cent. There is the positiveness of the African continent.” Barbados is looking to establish direct “The challenge with dealing with a growing middle class there who are “There has been a lot of incorrect links from Accra in Ghana to Bridgetown airlines is that they need to do their looking for new experiences, for new information that has been disseminated Barbados and that means that we move business cases.We don’t want to start a opportunities, new investment.” and I think we need to go through a proper away from just the dependence on the relationship or we don’t want to start a The director revealed that in the short- re-education and teach our people that traditional markets that we have UK, US route that doesn’t last. So they obviously term a number of initiatives are being actually Africa from an economic and Canada.” have to do their due diligence, we have planned which include bringing the standpoint, from a cultural standpoint, She stressed that opening this new route sensitise the market because we want that Ghana Polo team to Barbados to play the has so much to offer and we can develop would include more than just leisure when we start that service it is there for a local team.“Additionally,there would be an that relationship together in a very travel. “It also talks to those historic ties, very long time,” she said, revealing that exchange in terms of art with people like mutually beneficial way,” she said. fashion industry,culinary, music, the arts. charters have also expressed an interest in Sheena Rose going from Barbados to do an (JH)

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Public urged to embrace PM’s vision ST. PETER from Page 1

Government’s mantra of building the best Barbados together. “Back in 2018 the Hon. Prime Minister came to the country and she spoke about what would happen in 2020. She spoke about a gathering, a vision for Barbados where Bar- badians would have the opportunity to recalibrate, to think about where they have come from, where they are, and certainly vision of our leader as well where they are going.” as where we need to go as The Acting PM said that a people,” she expressed. parish by parish, commu- “I ask all of you to em- nity by community,church brace the We Gatherin’ by church, school by programme, to participate school, Barbadians have as fully as possible be- started to mobilise, to re- cause it is what we do in think and to recalibrate, the next couple of months “where we are and where that will determine for fu- Governor General of Barbados Dame Sandra Mason greets former Prime Minister of Barbados and Member of we want to go”. ture generations what is Parliament for St. Peter, the Rt. Hon. Owen Arthur, during the St. Peter We Gatherin’ Church service “And I think that speaks on the horizon.” yesterday. AT LEFT: Acting Prime Minister, the Hon. Santia Bradshaw, addressing the congregation at St. volumes in terms of the (TL) Peter’s Parish Church yesterday.

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Kemar Husbands (left) was all smiles as he received his certification from Senator Dr. Rommel Springer, Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training. Chef Peter Edey, founder of CCCI, as he delivered opening remarks. Next step for CCCI By Cara L. Jean-Baptiste development of not just the culinary industry but several other industries as THE next step for the Caribbean we roll out, moving from the young ones Cuisine Culinary Institute (CCCI) is in the schools right up to developing to introduce dual certification for young people and ensuring that chefs. they meet the kind of standards required Speaking during the graduation for such an industry as this,” she ceremony of the CCCI, which took place continued. recently, Senior Technical Officer of the Cumberbatch believes that they are on TVET Council, Rosaline Cumberbatch the right footing and said that the TVET revealed that there was more to the Council wants to ensure that they remain culinary industry than cooking and as on the cutting edge. She encouraged the such stated that they were working to young chefs to take every opportunity develop a standard with members of the that is available to them and urged them industry,who had the knowledge of what to continue to do the excellent work that it took to develop this standard. they had been doing. Through working with Chef Peter Edey, Parliamentary Secretary in the a prominent and trained chef in Barbados, Ministry of Education,Technological and they were able to develop these standards Vocational Training, Senator Dr.Rommel and introduced the CCCI, adding that Springer, believes that it is important for their next step was to introduce dual the graduates to continue to pursue the certification. path of certifications, as the world of work “We continue to work towards some new is changing, and the days where you things as you would have heard in needed to have a degree or CXCs as the Kevon Grimes (left) as he received his certification from Senator Dr. Rommel a little sneak peak this evening – dual cer- only way to success are gone. Springer, Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Technological tification, that is the next step that we are “Today the focus is on technical and and Vocational Training. working on right now. So as we build vocational training and so it is imperative additional standards,moving through the that you understand the importance of industry we will be seeing more of that this programme today,” he said. collaboration that we have with this He encouraged the graduates to take centre,” she said. every opportunity the certification offered “So the TVET council is making the them and to go wherever their skills took kinds of strides that are necessary for the them.

Mia Johnson (left) as she received her certification from Senator Dr. Rommel Stephanie Willoughby could not contain her happiness as she received her certi- Springer, Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Technological fication from Senator Dr. Rommel Springer, Parliamentary Secretary in the and Vocational Training. Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training.

The Barbados Advocate Monday February 3, 2020 • 7 Never too early to prepare By Cara L. Jean-Baptiste tion for this year’s hurricane season, the attention to the information that is Principal admitted that he believed it was coming out and treat the information IT’S never too early to prepare too early to give an accurate prediction; appropriately.” for the hurricane season and however he was positive that updates will The Principal went on to note that 2019 Barbadians are being encouraged to be given to people at an opportune time in was a “benchmark” year for the island as start their preparations as early as terms of the number of active systems to it was recorded as being the driest year possible. expect. over the last 50 years. This came from Dr. David Farrell, “I think it is too early to do an accurate Unfortunately, he added that this year Principal of the Caribbean Institute of prediction and so I don’t want to give you would be no different, reporting that the Meteorology and Hydrology, during an accurate prediction on what the hurri- island may face some challenges in the a recent press conference. cane season is going to be like. But just re- water sector. “I think it is important that people member that the prediction has an He stated that they were currently should be secure in the region for worst uncertainty to it, so don’t say that we said working feverishly to try and address case scenarios and that preparation starts ‘they’re going to be 16’ and you start count- these problems but there would still be a now and not the day before the event,” he ing and you only get to 15, and you go and significant lack of water and Barbadians Dr. David Farrell, Principal of the C’bean said. say ‘the prediction was blown’,” he said. should prepare themselves for what this Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology, When asked if they could give a predic- “I think it is important that people pay year may hold. Dr. Van Meerbeeck: Heatwaves a concern THE belief that the region is were on the rise. that were really warm and more so than come harder for thunderstorms and rain experiencing more periods of prolonged “The number of heatwaves in the on average than we would have had in showers to become more intense, so that heat has been verified. Eastern Caribbean has enormously history. So it’s not just that the daytime is one of the reasons we would have had According to Climatologist Dr. Cedric increased since 1995. Again we are not and nighttime averages have increased, less intense showers,” he added. Van Meerbeeck, if global temperatures the agency to issue a statement saying but also the heatwaves that have “What our expectations, not for the next continue to increase, these heatwaves that Barbados is now in a heatwave, but increased in frequency and intensity and ten years but for the end of the century is could become a common occurrence. if you take a methodology that is globally that amplifies droughts.” that the El Niño situation would become During a press conference on Friday accepted, the number of heatwaves have Van Meerbeeck explained one of the more of the norm and based on that it is afternoon at the Husbands, St. James definitely increased since 1995 and as reasons behind last year’s low rainfall unfortunate that more likely than not Caribbean Institute of Meteorology and was mentioned, heat and drought go was the presence of the El Niño Barbados’ drought situation will worsen Hydrology to discuss the ongoing together,” he stated. phenomenon. over the course of the century,in terms of dry spell, he outlined the number of He continued, “In September and “When there is more heat in the upper drought frequency and drought inten- heatwaves being seen across the region October particularly, we had many days levels of the atmosphere, it is going to be- sity,” the climatologist explained. (JMB) VACANCY: Sales Executives An established going concern has a vacancy for Sales Executives. We’re looking for dynamic men and women who have the ability to offer advertising solutions to clients in a competitive market. We only want self-motivated persons who are results oriented and highly resourceful.

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8 • Monday February 3, 2020 The Barbados Advocate ‘For the cause that lacks assistance, ’Gainst the wrongs that need resistance, For the future in the distance, And the good that I can do’ Editorial Sovereignty comes first: Britain lays Cautiously out tough stance for EU trade talks LONDON – Britain laid After officially leaving the EU on The EU says it will not out a tough opening Friday, Britain now must negotiate seal a trade deal with a stance for future talks future trade relations with the large, economically pow- optimistic with the European Union erful neighbour without THERE is no denying the last few years have been yesterday,saying it would bloc, to take effect when a solid provisions to guar- tough, and while relatively good progress has been set its own agenda rather standstill transition period antee fair competition. made in respect of the implementation of the than meeting the bloc’s expires at the end of the year. Some European leaders Barbados Economic Recovery and Transformation rules to ensure friction- fear Johnson could try to (BERT) Programme, the economy in 2019, accord- less trade. when Britain will not lowing for tariff- and undercut EU businesses ing to the Central Bank Governor Cleviston After officially leaving adhere to EU rules. quota-free trade in goods, by loosening regulatory Haynes, remained subdued. the EU on Friday,Britain Johnson, according to similar to the terms the standards, something he It is likely that this was the case given the heavy now must negotiate fu- sources close to him, has bloc now has in place has promised not to do. focus placed on fiscal consolidation, which has ture trade relations with taken last year’s election, with Canada. “If Great Britain wants been necessary to address the macroeconomic chal- the bloc, to take effect which handed him a large Asked whether the gov- to establish outside the lenges we face.To date, the domestic debt has been when a standstill transi- majority in parliament, ernment expected busi- European Union a sort of successfully restructured and now with the exter- tion period expires at the as approval for his policy nesses to have to prepare ‘Singapore-on-Thames’, nal debt restructuring also complete, it is expected end of the year. of putting Britain’s right for new checks on goods we would be against it,” that investor confidence is well on the way to being Prime Minister Boris to set its own rules above at the border, Raab said: French Foreign Minister restored. Indeed, it is hoped that this is the case, Johnson’s government the demands of busi- “The agreement that we Jean-Yves Le Drian said as the Central Bank has said that the while the has been quick to send nesses. He will outline made with the EU was to in a joint interview with economy is forecast to see modest growth in the re- Brussels a message be- that approach in a speech avoid all of that, and I am broadcasters LCI and gion of 1.25 to 1.75 per cent in 2020, that is effec- fore trade talks begin in today. sure they will want to live RTL and Le Figaro news- tively dependent on continued growth in tourism March: Brexit, for him, “We are taking back up to the undertakings paper. and recovery of private investment. means sovereignty control of our laws, so we they have made just as Irish Prime Minister As it relates to tourism, while the sector has trumps the economy. are not going to have high we’d expect to do the Leo Varadkar also called been holding its own, with 2019 being its fifth con- The EU has repeatedly alignment with the EU, same.” on the British govern- secutive year of growth – three per cent to be exact told Britain the level of legislative alignment Late on Saturday, a ment not to set strict – we cannot continue to put all our proverbial eggs access to its lucrative sin- with their rules,” foreign government source said red lines, saying this in that basket. We have over the years seen what gle market will depend on minister Dominic Raab if the EU would not offer could make an already the threats of global pandemics, terrorism and the how far London agrees to told Sky News. “But we’ll a Canada-style trade difficult negotiation even destruction caused by natural disasters, be it adhere to a “level playing want to cooperate and we deal, London would in- harder. hurricane or earthquake, has done to tourism.The field” – shorthand for expect the EU to follow stead pursue a looser “One thing I’d say to sector is vulnerable and while it tends to bounce rules on environmental through on their commit- trade agreement, similar everyone is let’s not re- back relatively quickly, we can take no solace in standards, labour regula- ment to a Canada-style to the bloc’s ties with peat some of the errors that. Also, we cannot ignore the impact that in- tions and state aid. free trade agreement.” Australia. that were made in the creased taxation and fees introduced in that sec- But despite the appeals After more than three “There are only two past two-and-a-half tor could have on the decisions of potential tourists of many businesses for years of often tortuous likely outcomes in negoti- years,” Varadkar told the to visit these shores. We must be mindful not to the government to ensure talks, Johnson wants to ation – a free trade BBC. “Let’s not set such price ourselves out of the market and so impact goods can trade across draw a line under what deal like Canada or a rigid red lines that makes their spending power, even before they get here. borders freely, ministers has been an angry debate looser arrangement like it hard to come to an It was not too long ago that we were being have been briefing com- that has deepened di- Australia – and we are agreement and let’s tone warned of the risk of inertia in the economy if we panies that they should vides across the country. happy to pursue both,” down the nationalistic continue to rely on tourism. So the need to diver- adjust to a new future His aim is a trade deal al- the source said. rhetoric.” sify must remain foremost in our minds, as we con- tinue to seek ways to grow our economy. But for all intents and purposes as it relates tourism, we should see growth greater than three per cent, as a result of the upcoming UNCTAD conference tak- Australian minister resigns after ing place here October,which is expected to attract more than 3 000 persons, and the We Gatherin’ ini- tiative, which will likely bring even more persons public funds used to target votes here around the summer months than is usually MELBOURNE – A sen- McKenzie served as “On the basis of that, club did not influence her the case. ior Australian lawmaker Minister for Agriculture, and it is a conflict of in- decision making. Now on the topic of private sector development resigned from her leader- a high-profile role given terest in the failure to Morrison secured re- to spur the economy, we must keep our fingers ship roles yesterday amid Australia’s sustained disclose, the minister has election in May 2019, crossed and hope for the best, as our ability to anger after an independ- drought and ongoing tendered her resignation defying polls that had in- meet the projected forecast is also highly depend- ent audit found money bushfire crisis. to me this afternoon,” dicated voters would ent on those projects actually coming to fruition. from a A$100 million Conservative Prime Morrison said at a media punish the conservative Certainly, it depends, too, on what point within the ($68.39 million) sport de- Minister Scott Morrison briefing. government for the year those projects commence. Should these velopment fund was used had backed McKenzie to Morrison said the re- backbench revolt that projects continue to be delayed, as has been the to target votes ahead of remain in a leadership port did not find ousted former leader case in the past, and get going late in the year, it last year’s federal elec- role, but his support McKenzie’s use of the Malcolm Turnbull in could result in the expected gains perhaps not tion. weakened after revela- sports funds breached 2018. being realised until 2021. Bridget McKenzie, the tions that the Nationals ministerial standards. In an effort to regain It was not too long ago that projects like the re- former sports minister lawmaker approved a The topic is likely to be ground in the polls, furbishment of Sam Lord’s Castle and the con- and deputy leader of the A$36 000 ($24 620) grant debated when Australia’s Morrison’s government struction of Hyatt, among others, were expected to National party – the jun- for a shooting club where parliament resumes this promised record invest- help grow and develop the local economy and we ior member of the coali- she was a member. week. ment in local sports. know all too well what happened there. So it is im- tion government – has A departmental report McKenzie said in a Australian National perative now that the planned construction in been battling for weeks found McKenzie’s failure news release that al- Audit Office said 400 both the private and public sectors are advanced, to save her political ca- to disclose her gun club though she accepted the projects received funding, as these are needed to increase employment and reer after a damning membership breached report from the depart- with more than 70% done ultimately boost consumer demand and spending. audit into public spend- ministerial rules, trigger- ment of Prime Minister without any endorsement In this respect, we agree with Governor Haynes ing. ing the resignation on and Cabinet, her mem- by the governing body for that the country must do better to address any de- More recently, Sunday. bership of the shooting sport in Australia. ficiencies in the business climate which can in anyway impact the above, as it is vital that we es- Executive Editor: Allison Downes Telephone: 467-2000 News Fax: 434-1000 News Editor: Dorian Bryan tablish the environment and conditions that would Business Editor: Jewel Brathwaite General Manager: Sandra Clarke allow for sustained growth to occur. E-mail Address: [email protected] Sports Editor: Corey Greaves Assistant Managing Director: Sean Eteen Website: www.barbadosadvocate.com Publisher: Sir Anthony Bryan The Barbados Advocate Monday February 3, 2020 • 9

China banks to ease loan repayment requirements CHINA will extend re- likely to default on their repayment plans for As of Tuesday noon, million yuan. As of ucts and services target- payment plans for per- personal loans or credit these people. more than 20 banks had Tuesday, its Wuhan ing doctors, nurses, dis- sonal mortgage loans cards. According to the notice donated over 700 million branch had issued loans ease control personnel and credit cards of peo- Zhang Dawei, chief an- recently issued by the yuan ($101 million) in totalling 2.94 billion yuan and their families, to pro- ple who temporarily lose alyst with Centaline regulator, banks are not support of the battle to medical institutions vide financial coverage their sources of income Property Agency, said it allowed to withdraw or against the coronavirus and pharmaceutical com- for disability and death due to the novel coron- is still too early to esti- reduce their loans to the outbreak that started in panies involved in the caused by virus infection avirus outbreak, said the mate the impact of the industries that may be Wuhan, the capital of prevention and control of and other accidents dur- China Banking and coronavirus outbreak on hugely affected by the Hubei province. the coronavirus. ing the process of disease Insurance Regulatory the real estate industry. novel coronavirus out- Many banks launched Financial institutions control and prevention. Commission. “The level of impact de- break, such as the retail, policies to better meet the in the insurance sector China Life Insurance In a recently issued no- pends on how long the wholesale, catering, logis- financing needs of busi- also contributed to the Co Ltd, a leading life tice, the country’s top virus outbreak lasts. tics, culture and tourism nesses that are engaged epidemic prevention in insurer in China with banking and insurance Generally speaking, the industries, as well as the in the research, produc- their own ways. extensive geographic cov- regulator demanded fi- industry outlook is not companies that have tion and distribution of The Insurance erage, launched a 24/7 nancial institutions ad- positive. Investors will great potential but suffer medicines, and protective Association of China online channel to settle just the above-mentioned become far less willing to temporary difficulties. and medical equipment called on insurers to set- claims of the clients who repayment plans for invest in the real estate The regulator encour- for combating the virus. tle claims first of clients caught pneumonia those people flexibly and industry unless the out- aged banks to help rele- The policies include offer- infected with the coron- caused by the novel coro- extend their loan terms break has eased off,” vant companies overcome ing loans at lower rates avirus and allow them to navirus. It had settled reasonably. Zhang said. the negative impact of and waiving fees. hand in all the docu- four such claims by the The China Banking Analysts are still wait- the epidemic by appropri- China Merchants Bank ments required later, in end of Wednesday. Association, a self-regu- ing for details on which ately lowering lending Co Ltd, a joint-stock com- addition to urging insur- The company also do- latory organisation of the people will be defined as rates, improving loan re- mercial lender headquar- ers to moderately extend nated life insurance poli- Chinese banking sector, those who have tem- newal policies, and in- tered in Shenzhen, the scope of their respon- cies to 180 000 doctors also discouraged its porarily lost their sources creasing the offering of Guangdong province, sibilities in this regard. and nurses combating members from blacklist- of income due to the coro- medium-and long-term took the lead among The association also the coronavirus outbreak ing people who temporar- navirus outbreak and loans, as well as unse- banks in terms of the encouraged insurers to in Wuhan. The sum in- ily lose their sources of how banks will adjust cured loans based on the amount of money do- accelerate the develop- sured is 500 000 yuan per income and are therefore personal mortgage loan companies’ credit. nated, which was 200 ment of insurance prod- person. IT firms promote remote work CHINA’S information enterprise community, technology companies free to all employees are promoting across China. telecommuting and Rokid Co Ltd, a online education in Hangzhou-based artifi- the face of the novel cial intelligence firm, just coronavirus outbreak donated a batch of aug- to ensure the normal mented reality glasses to work and study of the front-lines of the an- office workers and tivirus battle in Zhejiang. students during the Wearing the AR epidemic prevention glasses, namely Rokid and control period. Glass, front-line medical In response to the gov- staff are connected to ernment’s plan to extend distant medical profes- the Spring Festival sionals, realising live- holiday and support streaming diagnosis and telecommuting and dis- treatment from a first- tant education, enter- person perspective. prises are offering online Through telemedicine products and services for and AI-assisted medical free so the public are able services, the glasses can to work and study at make good use of remote home. medical resources and Tencent Cloud, the lower the chance of infec- cloud computing arm of tion for medical workers. China’s information technology companies are promoting telecommuting and online education in the face of internet giant Tencent, is The AR glasses can also the novel coronavirus outbreak to ensure the normal work and study of office workers and students during offering a free video con- be utilised by the super- the epidemic prevention and control period. ference product to the vision departments to public. Using computer track affected patients. muting, distant educa- learn effectively at bilities. The company will a statement of Ping An. software, a mini-pro- Misa Zhu, chief execu- tion is another focus home. keep an eye on the Li Yi, deputy head of gramme or a mobile app, tive officer of Rokid, said: for IT companies. In addition, the plat- progress of the epidemic, the Beijing Municipal employees can launch or “The company is also try- iTutorGroup, the smart form helps schools digi- actively integrate and re- Education Commission, join a video conference. ing to offer the glasses to education arm of Ping An talise lesson plans, and locate multiple resources said distant learning The company said that more areas, including Insurance (Group) Co offer free online courses. according to actual de- breaks the limitations of it is also launching other Wuhan, Hubei province, Ltd, opened its online “The epidemic preven- mands, and spare no ef- time and space, lowers online products and serv- the epicentre of the coro- study platform for free. tion and control period is forts in offering supports the possibility of infection ices, such as a collabora- navirus outbreak.” The platform enables stu- a key period for Ping An in fields such as health- and offers more flexi- tive cloud platform and Apart from telecom- dents across China to to fulfil social responsi- care and insurance,” said bility. 10 • Monday February 3, 2020 The Barbados Advocate

Guy calls for more protection for hospital staff KINGSTON, Jamaica – protective gears are The People’s National inadequate,” said Shadow Party (PNP) says the Minister of Health Dr. Government must address Morais Guy. concerns about the lack of “We have been told that resources in hospitals and the recommended the exposure of first protective masks rated at responders to suspected N95 are not available and cases of coronavirus which that there are no eye- present to the island’s shields as well as hazmat health facilities. suits in the local hospitals According to a to protect our front-line statement from the PNP, responders as well as the dissatisfaction among rest of the staff.” health care workers He said we cannot as a escalated following a country expect our suspected case of the virus workers to be out on the at the Annotto Bay front line for us, yet we do Hospital yesterday. not provide them with the Lenin Moreno made the comments at an investors’ conference on Friday. “We have been told that necessary equipment to at the minimum the protect themselves. Ecuador president says women ‘only report harassment from ugly men’ THE president of Ecuador mounted, he tweeted that “Women often report speech was shared online, has apologised for saying he “did not intend to harassment, it is true, and the president’s comments women only report minimise an issue as it is good that they do so,” attracted widespread harassment “when it serious as violence or he went on, before criticism. comes from an ugly abuse”. claiming that women One Twitter user wrote: person”. “I apologise if it was often “get angry with ugly “According to Lenin His comments at understood that way,” he people” in harassment Moreno women only conference in the city of added. “I reject violence cases. report harassment when Guayaquil recently against women in all its “That is to say, it is the perpetrator is ‘ugly’. sparked uproar online. forms!” ‘harassment’ when it Now it makes sense why At the same event Addressing the comes from an ugly they cut $876 000 for the Lenin Moreno also said conference in Guayaquil, person,” he said. “But if prevention of gender that men faced the President Moreno had the person is good violence: for this lot our constant threat of being said that men are looking... they usually do lives our worthless.” falsely accused of “permanently subjected to not think it is Another added: “We are harassment by women. the danger of being harassment.” governed by a People’s National Party Spokesman on health, Dr. As the backlash accused of harassment”. After footage of the misogynist!” Morais Guy. Thousands of homes to be distributed in Trinidad WITH a general ment in D’ Abadie continued. Minister of Housing and distribute them. We A total of 120 mixed unit election months away, yesterday, Garica said the Garcia, who was Urban Development intend not to leave any homes were distributed newly appointed HDC intends to distribute appointed chairman of the Edmund Dillon said house vacant in 2020.” yesterday, 23 went to chairman of the thousands of homes this corporation on January distribution of houses will According to the members of the protective Housing Development year. 10, said he was happy to be done faster in 2020. minister close to 180 000 services. These units are Corporation Noel “I think somewhere in be back at the HDC and He said as soon as the persons are awaiting HDC located in areas along the Garcia is promising the vicinity of 2000 units,” promised that the team contractors turn over houses in this country.He East-West Corridor such record-breaking Garcia said. will put its back to houses to the HDC they said once qualified houses as Bon Air North, Bon Air housing allocations for “We recently launched wheel to deliver a record will be allocated. would be provided. South, Carina Gardens applicants in 2020. the small and medium, number of houses in this Dillon said, “We’ve “This is the promise and Trestrail lands. Each At a key distribution size contractor initiative year. taken a conscious decision of the Government of townhouse in Trestrail ceremony at Trestrail which will being more Mimicking the that as soon as houses are T&T,” Dillon Lands cost TT$788 202.00 Lands Housing Develop- houses on the market,” he chairman’s approach was completed, we will said. and is 1217.5 sq ft.

Fair to partly cloudy with a few brief isolated showers.

High: 10:28 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. New York: 06°C Yesterday: 0.7 mm Miami: 19°C Low: 3:44 a.m. For the month: 62.8 mm Max: 29.8°C Toronto: 01°C and 5:42 p.m. For the year: 62.8 mm Min: 24.6°C Montreal: -02°C London: 11°C 6:25 a.m. 6:00 p.m. The Barbados Advocate Monday February 3, 2020 • 11

US travel to Brazil jumps 39 per cent with visa waiver BRASILIA – The Brazil as a new country – high costs have long held Brazil eliminated and planes to be beaches. number of Americans and a much safer one. back Brazil’s tourism tourist visa requirements deposited in the sea to Machado said it would booking flights to Violent crime in industry. International for visitors from the create artificial reefs. require removal of Brazil has jumped 39 Brazilian cities dropped tourism represents just United States, Canada, Machado will also work “excessive bureaucracy” per cent since the by 25 per cent in 2.5 per cent of Brazilian Australia and Japan in on Bolsonaro’s pet project, to clear local and government of Bolsonaro’s first year in export revenue – June and is planning to which has drawn ire from federal environmental President Jair office and public security compared with 7.5 per do the same for India environmentalists: hurdles. Bolsonaro waived a has been reinforced at cent in Argentina and and China to boost developing a “Brazilian Another proposal to visa requirement for tourist hot spots, nearly 17 per cent in tourism. Cancun” in Angra dos draw more American US citizens in June, Machado said. Uruguay, according to Embratur hopes to turn Reis, a bay near Rio de visitors is financing a according to its official Safety concerns, along World Bank data and the Brazil into a global scuba Janeiro dotted with more feature film that would tourism agency, which with inconvenient flights, United Nations World diving destination, with 1 than 300 islands and broadcast Brazil’s natural is devising plans to poor infrastructure and Tourism Organisation. 200 old boats, vehicles hundreds of pristine beauty, he said. draw more. “Brazil is much more than the land of caipirinhas and tiny bikinis. We want to focus on ecotourism and our vast natural resources, from the Amazon rainforest to the Pantanal wetlands,” Embratur President Gilson Machado told Reuters recently. Machado said he spoke to US airlines last week about adding direct flights to more cities in Brazil. With an annual budget that was increased by Bolsonaro to $120 million from just $8 million, Embratur will launch a publicity campaign to sell Jamaica to maintain ‘strong relations’ with both EU and UK KINGSTON, Jamaica – Minister of Foreign Affairs, Senator Kamina Johnson Smith, says Jamaica will maintain strong relations with both the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom after Brexit. The minister made the announcement recently on social media. In a series of tweets, Johnson Smith said that she had formal confirmation from the EU that as of “February 1, the UK will cease to be a member state of the EU and Euratom, but during a transitional period scheduled to end December 31, will continue to apply all EU conventions agreements and arrangements.” The UK officially left the EU on Friday after 47 years.

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London terror attack: Man shot dead by cops after stabbing rampage The knifeman who strapped a fake bomb vest to his chest before stabbing two people in South London had been released from prison just days earlier SUDESH AMMAN, 19, was being back before she ran away screaming in monitored by counter-terror cops pain, another witness said, before slash- before the “knife obsessed” jihadi ing a young man in the chest with a “huge went on a rampage on Streatham knife”. High Road, South London. Panicked people urged the wounded Frantic witnesses heard gunshots and man to “stay with us” as he lay gravely saw the man – who security sources say injured on the ground. has “Islamist” links – collapse on the Armed cops raced to take down the pavement on Streatham High Road. knife-wielding man – thought to be Amman, from Harrow, North London, wearing something resembling a suicide was sentenced to more than three years vest – and shot him three times just after A police forensic officer works near the scene of a stabbing in Streatham High in jail but let-out on automatic release 2 pm. Road, London. after serving half his sentence – despite Security sources have said it is being concerns he still held extremist views. treated as an “Islamist” attack – after Bartley, 48, who heard the gunshots, told happened. The ISIS-supporting jihadi, who was tentative cops were seen approaching his Sun Online, “I am absolutely shocked “A huge thank you to the police and only a teenager when arrested, was jailed body. and devastated. emergency services who reacted so for possessing and distributing terrorist A Metropolitan Police statement said, “I am in disbelief that this could quickly, the fact they did so and the documents. “A man has been shot by armed officers happen in Streatham. “This is one of the numbers that arrived raises questions Amman also shared an Al-Qaeda in #Streatham.At this stage it is believed most diverse, inclusive and tolerant for us I think.“Did they know something? magazine in his family WhatsApp group a number of people have been stabbed. communities in London. Was there some intelligence?” and told his siblings “the Islamic State is “The circumstances are being assessed; “To have the police day so quickly that It comes two months after a horrifying here to stay”, the court heard. the incident has been declared as this is a terror related incident terror attack at London Bridge by He possesed bomb making manuals terrorist-related.” leaves a lot of questions about how this a convicted terrorist. and fantasised about carrying out acid Cops shouted for people to “get back” as attacks, his trial was told. they cleared the area of shoppers and by- A source said Amman was released standers immediately after the shooting. early because there was nothing the Following the shocking attack the US authorities could do under existing laws Embassy told people to stay away from to keep him behind bars. the Streatham area. He was put under the most stringent It has been suggested the armed man licencing terms and that’s why the police was known to cops, after dozens of armed were on the scene so quickly today. police and undercover officers flooded the Scotland Yard is yet to confirm that south London high street minutes after Amman was known to counter-terror his rampage began. authorities, yet the speed of their Streatham MP Bell Ribero-Addy, told response suggest that he may have been Sky News, “The police have been very on a watch-list. clear that this was an isolated incident.” Witness Kiranjeet Singh, 38, told the “For them to have responded that Sun Online Amman stole a ten-inch knife quickly they must’ve been aware of some- from his brother’s bargain shop before thing, so that shows that they are doing leaving a trail of injured people in his good work in terms of investigating indi- wake. viduals.” He stabbed a terrified woman in the Co-leader of the Green Party,Jonathan

Milan was named Europe’s most polluted city in 2008. Drivers ignore anti-pollution measure car ban in Milan ITALIAN police handed out 162 fines in The ban does not apply to electric vehi- less than three hours yesterday to people cles or the disabled. Some streets have ignoring a driving ban in Milan. remained open, in particular to allow The temporary ban started at 10:00 access to AC Milan’s San Siro Stadium. local time (09:00 GMT) and lasted until It is not the first time cars have been the early evening in an attempt to curb banned from within city limits and it has the city’s smog problem. not proved popular with everyone. However within just two and a half Regional counsellor for the environment hours, police were handing out fines of Raffaele Cattaneo called it “demagogy 164 euros (£137) to those flouting the ban. with a green sauce”. Milan was named Europe’s most Last month, several Italian cities, polluted city in 2008 and smog remains a including Rome as well as Milan, tem- recurring problem. porarily banned diesel vehicles after pol- By 12:30 local time yesterday,there had lution levels soared. been 621 checks on people not adhering Vehicle emissions are the most com- to the “Sunday walk” day, local media mon source of microparticles hazardous reported. to health, known as PM10s and PM 2.5s.

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February 3, 2020 IT’S OUR BUSINESS TO HELP YOUR BUSINESS DO BUSINESS NEW NETWORKING FORUM LinkedIn Local to open doors across Barbados PERSONS conducting business in Marshall explained that the initiative was attendances over the past few months as Barbados now have a new forum in good at placing the personality back into patronage has been made up largely which to do their networking since meeting people. “LinkedIn is a fantastic of entrepreneurs and persons looking for a the advent of LinkedIn Local resource which connects lots of people and change or starting out in their careers. Barbados. Since getting off the you end up with massive networks – the Marshall, who said that he believes the ground in the latter half of 2019, same thing with all social networks – you initiative to be very important, also said several local businesses and end up with a whole bunch of friends that that the events were never meant to be practitioners have made connections you never see. So the idea was to get people overly-structured, and hoped that it would that could very well see them off their computers and back into a space continue to grow as organically as it has benefiting. where they are face-to-face and talking to been doing. “We are very much babies, we Conducted at the Regus Business each other because the opportunities and are only just starting to crawl. Our goal is Centre on the last Thursday of each relationships that develop when you to maintain the community that we month, the free networking forum is aimed actually speak to people is much different started to develop and value in everybody at taking the online experience off-line than when you are just on LinkedIn and who comes to the meeting and that value and allows persons to meet in person.The see their updates and posts. The idea was will generate value so that we don’t run out international movement, which was to get networking back to a face-to-face of steam. So far we have had pretty good started by Australian Anna McAfee, has forum and develop networking momentum with what we have been doing. LinkedIn Local Barbados Host, Greg chapters in various cities across the world opportunities that way,” he said. In a perfect world I’d like to get to the Marshall. with Barbados making up one of the first With each session providing two 15- point where the event itself is generating in the Caribbean region. minute presentations from featured opportunities for people in the real world. because the synergies work together. The Speaking to The Barbados Advocate speakers on skills and motivation and the So whether it be getting jobs for people or goal is for it to become a bit of an incubator at the latest edition this past Thursday, remainder of the time open for networking, connecting entrepreneurs with other within the market that people can develop LinkedIn Local Barbados Host, Greg the programme has been enjoying good people in that space that could help them their own things,” he said. (MP)

Part of this past Thursday’s group at LinkedIn Local Barbados taking in the HR Sucks seminar from Human Resources Specialist Julia Turney.

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2 • Monday February 3, 2020 Business Monday A post-Brexit world TRADE IN FOCUS By Dorian Bryan world for the Western Hemisphere. Britain is now empowered to look at THESE are uncertain times and the world as an optimistic painter issues relating to complex would. Effectively seeing the world as a trading relationships have to be blank slate filled with opportunities. examined. With control of a billion dollar market By now, Britain would have pulled for goods, countries will be encouraged itself firmly out of the European Union to seek our bilateral deals with Britain, (EU) settings up a tricky re-negotiation or in the case of CARICOM, to seek to of the fundamental trading relationship build on centuries of trading relation- with their closest partners. ships. With mere miles between Britain and These new relationships must build the European mainland, the billion-plus upon the rules governing the World dollar trading relationships will require Trade Organization (WTO). These rules complex and intense nurturing. govern free but fair trade. This would be The impact of the changes to the over- an interesting challenge for the region arching fiscal relationships will have which suffered over Latin American long-term impacts for both trading countries arguing that Caribbean blocs. countries had exclusive access to Britain has at its disposal the varied markets in Europe, most recently for Commonwealth; former colonies turned bananas. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. independent nations all with internal These new trading relationships and dynamics and populations which desire issues of protectionism and open should be engaging upon – not only the sectors within this country, then our a more equitable trading arrangement, market access have serious implica- public but businesses as well. These trade of good and services must be fully which can see them as both primary tions. Everyone wants access to complex issues which are critical to this ventilated with stakeholders. Gone is source markets and trade consumers, lucrative markets and Latin American island’s push to advance its trading the need for silly partisan swipes on the with a parity of sorts. countries can offer greater numbers and relationships must have constant floor of Parliament about which Most countries will look at trade variety – one only has to look at their contact with information from the rele- Government did what and when. This imbalances and seek to find more cre- land masses compared to that in the vant ministers and officers within this Government with its historic mandate ative ways of working out how to make region. Ministry. must realise that the time for talk on these potential new arrangements work These are issues which the Ministry If we are indeed serious about these issues is fast coming to an end, for them. It represents a brand new of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade diversifying the reach of the productive and some actions must follow. Business Monday Monday February 3, 2020 • 3

The story of electrical engineer, Mario Cummins Living the dream – a Barbadian working at NASA Electronics and Computer develop skills in the work- By Krystal Penny Bowen Engineering. Cummins place. He indicated that he went on to two universi- did not care about the AT age 26, Barbadian ties, the University money he would earn but electrical engineer, of Alabama and more so the experience he Mario Cummins is liv- Northcentral University would gain during his first ing the dream. It was a to acquire his Bachelor’s exposure to the world of dream to work in the degree (cum laude) and work. scientific field, a Master’s degree both with “When I first got my dream he had since he a focus in engineering. internship, I didn’t care was twelve years old. about salary or anything Today, Cummins is an His calling came in because I knew it was an Electrical Controls church investment to put on my Engineer at the He recalled that his pas- résumé. Experience is National Aeronautics sion to become an electri- one of the first things and Space cal engineer began in his employers look for,” said Administration church. He explained that Cummins. (NASA) Kennedy he was fascinated by the Space Center. sound system there and Journey to NASA On LinkedIn, The how electrical systems For the current Electrical Barbados Advocate con- worked. Cummins also ad- Controls Engineer at nected with his school mitted that he wanted to NASA, Cummins develops mate and entrepreneur, build one. the “HMI and PLC code Tiffany Jones of The Job As a young adult, for the SLS Rocket Connect. Recently, Jones Cummins’ first job was an Environment Control highlighted Cummins’ ac- internship at a Barbadian System”. He explained complishments and jour- business, Johnsons that what started as a ney to one of the premier Electrical Ltd. The ambi- temporary post eventually Science and Technology or- tious engineer said he was became a permanent ganisations in the world. grateful to the owner for position. Cummins was born and giving him an opportunity. “I proceeded to make the Barbadian Mario Cummins is living the dream as an Electrical Controls Engineer raised in Barbados and he He noted the challenges most of the opportunity at NASA. His advice to Barbadian youths is to embrace opportunities to learn is a former student of The within the job market at and worked extremely and develop skills in the workplace. Bridgetown Seventh-Day the time and for many hard to make myself one of Adventist Primary School young graduates like him- the elite engineers on the and education. He also much more than his job as still has more to accom- and the Barbados self, finding a job was dif- contract,” said Cummins. credited great Science and he is a husband to Shaina plish and he expressed his Seventh-day Adventist ficult. Cummins revealed Technology innovators and father to his daughter wish to start a nonprofit Secondary School. that he used the phone Family and quality time and entrepreneurs like Raiyne. He also enjoys au- organisation where he can He also attended the book to make cold calls to Success was not possible Robert Smith, Elon Musk, diobooks, Netflix, water financially help, mentor Barbados Community companies in his field. for Cummins without the Steve Jobs and Peter Thiel sports, weight lifting,ATV- and motivate youth in College (BCC) completing His advice to Barbadian support of his family, for keeping him moti- ing and eating out at nice Barbados that are living an Associate degree in youths is to embrace teachers, and professors vated. restaurants. in challenging environ- Applied Science - opportunities to learn and throughout his early life However Cummins is This driven young man ments.

BANK RATES Commercial bank rates to the public at the close of Taxi tour guide? business on Friday by the Central Bank of Barbados. Valid for February 3, 2020 A possible new opportunity for private taxi drivers Notes: Currency Buying Selling “WOULD you like to take from the United Kingdom) change the way they make decals and badges and also Belizean Dollar 1.00000 1.00000 a tour of the island?” This will be content to stay at a money. Over the last cou- establishing a central Canadian Dollar 1.49031 1.53439 is what some taxi drivers hotel and relax by the pool ple of weeks, taxi opera- home for their operations. East Caribbean $ 0.73704 0.74445 on lower Broad Street or on the beach. tors have been vocal about There is also the need to Euro 2.17089 2.26231 might ask of a visitor walk- Today, younger people the lack of business utilise technology to make Pound Sterling 2.58449 2.69331 ing through Bridgetown. are going on holiday. despite an influx of the client experience United States Dollar 1.98000 2.02857 These days, most visitors Millennials who have visitors. seamless and enjoyable. Demand/Sight: will say they just want to adopted “YOLO” – the “you It is true that many peo- Taxi drivers should be Currency Buying Selling Belizean Dollar 0.99688 1.00313 see the City, fascinated by only live once” mentality ple coming to the island trained in the use of spe- Canadian Dollar 1.49879 1.53304 the hustle and bustle of which is a modern inter- will book with their travel cific apps that help them to East Caribbean Dollar 0.73843 0.74306 Swan Street or enjoy the pretation of “carpe diem” agent the type of experi- not only book business but Euro 2.20275 2.24827 scenic view of The (seize the day) are ence that they want. Yet, keep in contact with Guyana Dollar 0.00944 0.00950 Careenage while having a expecting a different expe- relationships can be estab- clients or hotels, villas and Pound Sterling 2.62241 2.67660 local beer. rience. Those who are lished with local people cruise ships that request United States Dollar 1.99000 2.02768 With Barbados having retired and considered working in the hospitality their services. Telegraphic Transfer over 2 000 registered taxi “traditional” visitors have sector such as taxi drivers. Taxi drivers can be your Currency Buying Selling drivers, and more than a different expectations guides, persons who are Belizean Dollar 0.99688 1.00313 quarter of these operating as well. Train them trained in conversational Canadian Dollar 1.50163 1.53304 East Caribbean Dollar 0.73843 0.74306 at the major ports of entry, Many visitors want to In New York,there is a yel- Spanish, French, German Euro 2.20689 2.24827 there is a need for change learn more about the cul- low cab and in the United and Chinese. They should Guyana Dollar 0.00944 0.00950 in the way these small en- ture of the country that Kingdom, there is a black learn key historical sites Pound Sterling 2.62734 2.67660 trepreneurs conduct their they are visiting as well as cab. In Barbados, taxi driv- in Barbados and have a United States Dollar 1.99375 2.02768 business. enjoy the adventure of that ers have only the taxi sign basic understanding in the place. Barbados has so on their vehicle to identify principles of customer INDICATIVE RATES FOR SOME REGIONAL Understanding the mod- much to offer: some busi- their role. In any business, service. The only way CURRENCIES AS ADVISED BY THE ern visitor nesses are offering home it is important to differen- Barbados can transform RESPECTIVE CENTRAL BANKS The face and purpose of cooking,art classes, nature tiate your brand from the the way the world sees us N.B.: These rates are not meant to be used for trading. the visitor of the past have tours, City tours and sea rest. Taxi drivers need to is by empowering our serv- BDS$ Guyana Dollar 0.00947 changed. The days are and aerial tours. have a clear identification ice providers and helping Jamaica Dollar 0.01433 gone when a mature There are unique oppor- of their occupation. It can them to enrich the T&T Dollar 0.29925 tourist (who usually came tunities for taxi drivers to be in the form of vehicle visitors’ experience.(KPB) 4 • Monday February 3, 2020 Business Monday

Editor’s BIM & TRINBAGO: Notebook Quality of life “Beware of covetousness: growth.A high-level think for a man’s life consists not tank is required to vision in the abundance of the and implement. things which he possesses, We all embrace the Still in the dark but in the abundance of concept that unity is IN the era of good news, the fundamentals related love and care that God has strength, except for the to information which is represented with solid for you; which is a treasure “Brexiteers” who, in my statistics is required. that does not corrupt.” - opinion, have allowed The real question which must be answered Luke 12:15 their egos to get in the about the state of the Barbadian economy is sim- way.In the Caribbean, not ple. Is this island still in a recession? N OW that I am in the only do we have to If as the Central Bank Report stated, that this “retirement” phase of life, of life. At the individual level promote unity between island’s economy contracted by 0.1 per cent, if fortunately with my wits As a CARICOM citizen, the key is to increase the the members of the according to the third quarter report of 2019, this still about me, my lifestyle I choose to move freely level of productivity so Caribbean Community, island’s economy has clearly be seen as declining has changed and I seek a between Trinidad and that the country can but we must encourage in 2019 almost in the same way as it did in late higher quality of life. I can Tobago and Barbados increase its partnerships between the 2018. easily survive with a with the occasional competitiveness and Caribbean and friendly It is clearly the case that more needs to come smart phone, a excursion for an extra- economic growth. countries beyond the from our economic managers about the state of lightweight laptop and regional wash. Economic opportunities region. the island’s economy and not merely slogans and access to the Internet. I no I have observed that the abound in the quintuplet The standard of living themes geared at raising confidence. longer face the rush-hour three scourges in our of sectors “tourism, for the middle class is Barbadians are suffering and we continue to traffic, my wardrobe is societies, which inhibit the culture, energy, ICT and similar for Trinidad & hear a macro-economic argument. The officials more casual, and my attainment of a high food” as was highlighted Tobago and Barbados. might be happy but those who have to navigate “office” is at home. The quality of life are: crime, in this column on January I have observed that the the economy at the lower and middle class levels management of my time corruption and the failure 14, 2019 and subsequent cost (US$ equivalent) of are struggling to cope, yet we should cheer the has changed to more to establish a vision for columns. There are living in Trinidad & prospect of projected growth late in 2020. Not optimally accommodate sustainable economic US$47bn in private sector Tobago is significantly less good enough! exercise, sleep, nutrition, development. Our savings in the Caribbean than Barbados. Examples This island deserves to hear an explanation of touch, and peace of mind, leadership must strive to Community, which can be are electricity,petrol, fresh the reasons for the sustained and prolonged de- leading to a better quality eradicate these scourges. earmarked for economic food, Rotary lunch, cline in the economic fortunes of this country and clothing and domestic sadly this information has not been forthcoming. assistance. Rental accommodation in the two countries is on par. House purchase is more expensive in Trinidad and Tobago. The leadership in each February country must strive to expand the economy and create wealthier countries in which all socio- economic classes will improve their standard of living. It is reasonable to assume that the populace • Tomorrow at 9 a.m. – Ministry of Tourism of any country in the and International Transport meeting with world would expect its leadership to create a vendors related to increased technology vision for economic growth usage at LESC. and development and follow it up with the implementation of an • Wednesday at 9 a.m. – BEC workshop on action plan. ‘Violence in the workplace’ at Courtyard by In the Caribbean it is no Marriott. different. However, there are resource challenges in small island states and • Wednesday at noon – Dr. Kevin Greenidge, coastal communities, Senior Technical Advisor to the Government which require innovative solutions to the problems of Barbados provides BERT Programme which inhibit progress. update at BCCI luncheon at Hilton. PM Mia Trinidad and Tobago Amor Mottley to respond to questions in and Barbados should set an example to the region Open Forum afterwards. by working together in harmony towards an • Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. – PM Mottley abundance of love and happiness. addresses Ideas Forum at Alexandra School. Dr.Basil Springer GCM is a Change-Engine • Thursday at 5 p.m. – PM Mottley addresses Consultant. His email address is opening of the IDB’s IX Annual Consultation [email protected]. His of Caribbean Governors’ Meeting at the columns may be found at Hilton Barbados Resort, Needham’s Point, www.nothingbeatsbusines s.com and on St. Michael. www.facebook.com/basilg f.

Business Monday Monday February 3, 2020 • 5 Young photographer making his mark By Shamar Blunt at an earlier period in life, photography within the photography community, by for him was seen as a gateway to pursuing what may deem an unorthodox OUTSIDE of tourism, the arts sector channel all of his emotions and energy approach. is often touted as one of the most towards specifically fashion-themed “I’m very unorthodox in my inspira- important industries on the island ventures that appealed to him greatly. tions. Sometimes I can simply see the in terms of earning foreign “I think it all started when I looked at collar bones on someone and instantly exchange. Tourists and locals alike a fashion editorial in a magazine one have a whole vision. I listen to music and gravitate towards various aspects day. I was so captivated by the details, hear one line and I can turn that into a of the arts economy in order to and unique designs that I was immedi- whole vision,” he said experience the best in Barbadian ately hooked. I however quickly realised Though 2020 has just started, Newton culture and living. that the editorial world is one of team- hopes to push his craft to even greater One such corner of the artistic experi- work and collaboration, and one cannot heights this year by expanding on his ence here on the island that is not often simply do it all themselves. So I took circle of collaborators and executing covered is photography. Though small what I could and focused on portraits of even bolder projects. in numbers, the photography fraternity friends who were willing to model for “I’m going to be really ambitious this here on the island is a robust one, with me, so I could build confidence with year and try to execute some of my Alexander Newton. several players, from the young and directing and executing my visions. It bigger ideas I had early on but lacked upcoming, to the old and seasoned, who wasn’t until I was able to work with a the technical skills to execute. I want to poised to become one of the most talked contribute daily to the art form. local designer by the name of Alyssa improve on my visual flair with about photographers on the island in Alexander Newton is one of the newer Goddard, that I finally got a taste of techniques both in lighting and the very near future. With his ideas players to the photography scene here “editorial fashion” for the first time with post-processing to capture impactful, seemingly boundless, and his itch to on our little rock; with his attention to one of her designs,” Newton explained. dramatic images,” he shared learn, it was no surprise that for him, his detail and fashion heavy projects, his His experience so far in the industry With his current track, and his clear inspiration to constantly create is style of photography has become has been an exciting one, as he has had creative vision, Alexander Newton is ‘robust.’ infamous within the community for its the chance to work with many local de- bold and colourful looks. signers such as Kalene Designs and the Today we take a moment to sit and aforementioned Alyssa Goddard, and chat with Newton, to gain further models like Hope King and Tipheni. insight into his creative process and With the many projects he has done so vision. far with these industry staples, Newton Having been gripped with depression has truly honed his own unique mark

NATIONAL SPORTS COUNCIL VACANCY

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for temporary appointment to the post of General Worker, National Sports Council.

Duties:

a) You are to assist in the upkeep of the Council’s facilities in the areas of plumbing, electrical, masonry and painting as required.

b) You are to assist with the cleaning of the playing fields, pavilions and any other of the Council’s sporting facilities.

c) To work on cleaning the Council’s equipment and vehicles as instructed.

d) To perform any other related duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications & Experience:

(a) The City and Guilds Certificate in the relevant trade or the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute certificate in the relevant trade; and not less than three years’ experience at Grade CV; or

(b) A secondary education and not less than five years’ experience at Grade CV; or

(c) not less than eight years’ relevant experience approved by the Chief Technical Officer.

Applications with curriculum vitae and two (2) recent testimonials should be submitted to the Chairman, National Sports Council, Garfield Sobers Sports Complex, Wildey, St. Michael to reach him no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday February 10, 2020. 6 • Monday February 3, 2020 Business Monday

Bookings for Carnival 2021 already taking place – hoteliers PIF you are thinking about booking a hotel room in or around Port-of-Spain for your friends and family to come for Carnival 2020 then think again. Because, according to Tourism Trinidad Ltd (TTL), there is no room at the inn. A release from TTL recently said hotels within the Port-of-Spain and surrounding environs are presently Cycling Velodrome and the country’s witnessing a 100 per cent occupancy rate reputation for hosting and managing for Carnival 2020. successful regional and international In fact, some accommodation events,” it stated. properties indicated they were “This high-level engagement with completely sold out since June last year, prominent hotels in Trinidad came at a TTL stated. time when the island has enjoyed a 3.3 “Indeed, guests have already began to per cent increase in arrivals in 2019 in make bookings for Carnival 2021. This comparison to 2018; after three year’s January and Carnival season is consecutive years of decline (2016, 2017 even better than in 2019 as there have and 2018). Arrivals increased in every been very few booking cancellations,” it month in 2019 except for January; the stated. Port of Spain hotels reporting 100% occupancy rates for Carnival 2020. largest increase occurred in the month of Tourism Minister Randall Mitchell, October 2019 (+15 per cent),” the TTL together with TTL chairman Howard International Waterfront Centre. proactively bid to host conferences and stated. Chin Lee, and TTL’s chief executive At the meeting there was “strong have a stronger marketing presence in A total of 367 119 visitors were officer, Heidi Alert, hosted a forum for widespread commitment” from the world renowned conferences and other welcomed to Trinidad in 2019. hoteliers on January 22, to speak to hoteliers to work with the Government business shows such as IMEX in Las This was an increase of 11 588 tourists. Carnival 2020 expectations and also to in collaborating to drive the growth of Vegas. “While we celebrate these small wins, address any concerns and challenges visitor arrivals in the off-peak months, “Moreover, it was pointed that we must now look forward to building on within the Trinidad’s accommodation especially for hotel properties outside of more effort must be placed on these achievements in 2020, as we sector. the capital city who have been impacted maximising the potential of sports continue to work with our valued This meeting, which is a first in a by the changes in the oil and gas sector, tourism in Trinidad, especially for winter industry partners and stakeholders, to series of hotel fora, was held at Tower D TTL stated. team training, given the high-quality further develop and enhance Trinidad’s Level 18 Conference Room of the “The hoteliers urged TTL to facilities at our Aquatic Centre and tourism product,” Mitchell stated.

China to inject $174 billion of liquidity as markets reopen SHANGHAI – China’s central bank said it will inject 1.2 trillion yuan ($174 billion) worth of liquidity into the markets via reverse repo A woman walks out of the headquarters of the People’s Bank of China (PBOC), the central bank, in Beijing November 20, 2013. operations today as its stock markets prepare to reopen According to Reuters calculations There will be no further delays to the firms, and it would urge corporate bond amid an outbreak of a new based on official central bank data, 1.05 reopening, the securities market investors to extend the maturity dates of coronavirus. trillion yuan worth of reverse repos are regulator said in an interview debt. Chinese authorities have pledged to set to mature on Monday, meaning that in the People’s Daily newspaper on The CSRC is also considering use various monetary policy tools to 150 billion yuan in net cash will be Sunday. launching hedging tools for the A-share ensure liquidity remains reasonably injected. The China Securities Regulatory market to help alleviate market panic ample and to support firms affected by Investors are bracing for a volatile Commission (CSRC) said it had taken and will suspend evening sessions of the virus epidemic, which has so far session in Chinese markets when the decision after balancing various futures trading starting from Monday, it claimed 305 lives, all but one in China. onshore trades resume on Monday after factors, and believed the outbreak’s said. The People’s Bank of China made the a break for the Lunar New Year which impact on the market would be short- “We believe that the successive announcement in a statement on Sunday, was extended by the government. term. introduction and implementation of adding the total liquidity in the banking China’s stock, currency and bond To support firms affected by the policy measures will play a better role in system will be 900 billion yuan higher markets have all been closed since epidemic, the CSRC said companies that improving market expectations and than the same period in 2019 after the January 23 and had been due to re-open had expiring stock pledge agreements preventing irrational behaviour,” it told injection. last Friday. could apply for extensions with securities the People’s Daily.

Business Monday Monday February 3, 2020 • 7

Regular Market BARBADOS STOCK REPORT Security Volume High Low Market Advance/ Price Decline GODDARD ENTERPRISES LIMITED 201 $3.26 $3.26 $3.26 $0.00 January 31, 2020

One security traded firm as 201 shares traded on the Regular Market, with a total value of $655.26. Goddard Enterprises Limited was Fixed Income Market the sole security trading 201 shares at $3.26. Security Volume GOB SERIES B 410,048

Deposit Receipts Security Previous Current Advance/ Close Close Decline EMERA DEPOSIT RECEIPT $22.53 $22.23 -$0.30 BARBADOSBARBADOS STSTOCKOCK EXCHANGEEXCHANGE SHARE SUMMARY INFORMATION Friday January 31, 2020 INDICES LAST TRADE VOLUME HIGH LOW LAST CURRENT PRICE BID ASK BID ASK TODAY'S TRADING LAST TRADING CHANGES DATE CLOSE CLOSE CHANGE PRICE PRICE SIZE SIZE January 31, 2020 January 30, 2020 Local 3,156.80 3,157.10 (0.30) ABV Investments Incorporated 26-Jun-19 - - - $0.02 $0.02 - $0.02 $0.15 8,080 1,000 Cross-list 1,348.28 1,348.28 - BICO Limited 30-Jan-20 - - - $3.10 $3.10 - $3.10 - 1,885 - Composite 771.58 771.65 (0.07) MARKET CAPITALISATION (in millions) Banks Holdings Limited -+ 09-Dec-19 - - - $4.85 $4.85 - - - - - TODAY'S TRADING LAST TRADING CHANGES Barbados Dairy Industries Limited -+ 04-Oct-19 - - - $3.00 $3.00 - - - - - January 31, 2020 January 30, 2020 Local 6,891.17 6,891.43 (0.26) Barbados Farms Limited 16-Dec-19 - - - $0.30 $0.30 - $0.40 $0.50 10,100 10,899 Cross-list 172.16 172.16 - Composite 7,063.33 7,063.59 (0.26) Cable and Wireless Barbados Limited -+ 21-Sep-17 - - - $2.29 $2.29 - - - - - MUTUAL FUND Cave Shepherd and Company Limited 30-Jan-20 - - - $4.66 $4.66 - $4.66 $6.53 7,710 1,000 January 31, 2020 ENDED NAME OF FUND NAV OFFER BID NAV FirstCaribbean International Bank 16-Jan-20 - - - $2.65 $2.65 - - $2.65 - 26,714 CHANGE 24-Jan-20 REPUBLIC CAPITAL GROWTH FUND w 1.2663 -0.0042 Eppley Caribbean Property Fund SCC 20-Jan-20 - - - $0.16 $0.16 - - $0.16 - 120 24-Jan-20 REPUBLIC INCOME FUND w 1.1946 0.0006 - Dev Fund 24-Jan-20 REPUBLIC PROPERTY FUND w 0.6964 -0.0001 24-Jan-20 FORTRESS CARIBBEAN GROWTH FUND w 6.5123 6.5123 6.5123 -0.0225 Eppley Caribbean Property Fund SCC 16-Jan-20 - - - $0.62 $0.62 - $0.54 $0.62 500 1,678 24-Jan-20 FORTRESS HIGH INTEREST FUND - ACC. w 2.0189 0.0056 -Value Fund 24-Jan-20 FORTRESS HIGH INTEREST FUND - DIST. w 1.0109 0.0028 31-Dec-19 ROYAL FIDELITY SELECT BALANCED FUND m 5.6891 5.6891 5.5753 0.1841 Goddard Enterprises Limited 31-Jan-20 201 $3.26 $3.26 $3.26 $3.26 $0.00 $3.26 1,025 31-Dec-19 ROYAL FIDELITY STRATEGIC GROWTH FUNDm 1.0293 1.0293 1.0087 0.0123 31-Dec-19 ROYAL FIDELITY PREMIUM INCOME FUND m 1.6145 1.6145 1.5822 0.0098 Insurance Corporation of B’dos Limited 30-Jan-20 - - - $3.20 $3.20 - $3.20 $3.23 192 7,679 31-Jan-20 SAGICOR GLOBAL BALANCED FUND w 2.75 -0.02 One Caribbean Media Limited 28-Jan-20 - -- $2.60 $2.60 - - $2.70 - 2,200 31-Jan-20 SAGICOR SELECT GROWTH FUND w 1.57 -0.02 31-Jan-20 SAGICOR PREFERRED INCOME FUND w 0.99 0.00 Sagicor Financial Corporation Pref 6.5% 23-Jun-16 - - - $2.26 $2.26 - - - - - * Indicates the Fund is currently ex-div NOTES: QUOTATIONS AND NET ASSET VALUE PER SHARE ARE SUPPLIED BY THE Sagicor Financial Corporation Limited -+ 29-Nov-19 - - - $2.80 $2.80 - - - - - FUND MANAGEMENT. THE OFFERING PRICE INCLUDES NET ASSET VALUE PLUS ENTRY COSTS. West India Biscuit Company Limited 30-Jan-20 - - - $33.00 $33.00 - $30.00 $33.00 100,000 4,096 m = monthly valuation, q = quarterly valuation, w = weekly Emera Deposit Receipt 08-May-19 - - - $22.53 $22.23 -$0.30 $20.84 - 35 - Fixed Income

Last Trade Last Current Bid Ask Bid Ask TOTAL SHARES BOUGHT & SOLD 201 Date Close Clost Price Price Size Size GOB Series B 31-Jan-20 $74.99 $68.00 $65.00 $74.99 300,000 21,622 * = Security is Trading X-Div GOB Series D 12-Nov-19 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $65.00 1,000,000 300,000 GOB Series F 07-Jan-20 $89.01 $89.01 $89.00 7,000,000 *+* = Security is Suspended GOB Series I 23-Jan-20 $54.00 $54.00 $80.00 290,056 ** = Rights Issued WEEK IN REVIEW This week, the Regular Market traded a total volume of 87,443 shares. The top three companies traded were Goddard Enterprises Limited with 82,944, Insurance Corporation of Barbados Limited with 1,518 and One Caribbean Media Limited with NOTICES 1,000. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NEWS West India Biscuit Company Limited - Directors have fixed January 6th, 2020 as the record date for the determination of shareholders entitled to receive notice of the Annual General Meeting of the Company which will be held on February 14th, 2020. BICO Limited – Notice is hereby given that the 135th Annual General Meeting of the Company will be held on February 25th, 2020 at Earnings volatility the Cricket Legends of Barbados, Herbert House, Fontabelle, St, Michael, at 5:00 p.m.

Eppley Caribbean Property Fund SCC Limited – Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Company will be held on March 5th, 2020 at Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre, Two Mile Hill, St. Michael at 5:00 p.m. set to kick in FirstCaribbean International Bank – Notice is hereby given that the 26th Annual General Meeting of the Company will be held on NEW YORK – Concerns week, as mounting concerns March 6th, 2020 in Ball Room 3, Hilton Barbados Resort, St, Michael at 10:00 a.m. over the outbreak of coron- over the spread of the coron- avirus from China have avirus on Friday dealt the ABV Investment Incorporated – Notice is hereby given that the 29th Annual General Meeting of the Company will be held on March 30th, 2020 at the Massy Stores Training Room, Massy Stores SuperCentre Complex, Warrens, St, Michael, at 1:30 p.m. largely overshadowed corpo- benchmark S&P 500 .SPX rate results, but the back stock index its biggest daily PUT THROUGH NOTICE half of the earnings season percentage loss since CIBC FirstCaribbean International Bank (Barbados) Limited would like to announce that the put-through of 1,050 shares could hold greater sway over October. in Emera Deposit Receipt at $22.75 set to take place on February 6th, 2020. the performance of individ- The dampened earnings- ADDITIONAL SHARES LISTED ual stocks. related moves have bene- Goddard Enterprises Limited – We wish to announce that 121,775 common shares in Goddard Enterprises Limited were listed today Earnings-related stock fited options sellers, who on the Exchange representing shares issued to employees in part payment of annual bonus. moves have been smaller profit when the change in this season in comparison share price is smaller than TION DIVIDEND DECLARA with the average over the expected. Emera Deposit Receipt - Directors have declared a cash dividend of sixty-one point two five (CDN $0.6125) cents per common share past 12 quarters, according Yet betting that earnings- to be paid on February 14th, 2020 to Shareholders on record at close of business on January 31st, 2020. Registered holders of depositary receipts ("Depositary Receipts") issued pursuant to Section 4.1 of the Amended and Restated Deposit Agreement dated to data from options re- related moves will remain February 2nd, 2016 among Emera, the Barbados Central Securities Depository Inc. and registered and beneficial holders of depositary search company ORATS. subdued could soon become receipts from time to time, are entitled to receive, in proportion to the number of Depositary Receipts held by them, respectively, a The muted moves reflect a more costly. distribution in the amount of any cash received by the Barbados Central Securities Depository Inc. (net of any applicable withholding taxes) in connection with the Dividend (the "Distribution"). broader trend of subdued “The options market is re- Cave Shepherd and Company Limited - Directors have declared a final dividend of ten ($0.10) cents per share to be paid on volatility that had limited flecting this new risk, this February 21st, 2020 to Shareholders on record at close of business on February 7th, 2020. price fluctuations in a range coronavirus risk,” said Ophir Goddard Enterprises Limited – Directors have declared a third interim dividend of one point five ($0.015) cents per share to be paid of assets over the last sev- Gottlieb, chief executive of on February 28th, 2020 to Shareholders on record at close of business on January 31st, 2020. eral months. Some of that Capital Market Labora- calm was disrupted last tories in Los Angeles.

Barbados Advocate Hoteliers – Bookings for Carnival 2021 already taking place

PAGE 6 IT’S OUR BUSINESS TO HELP YOUR BUSINESS DO BUSINESS BOOST FOR BLUE ECONOMY SCIENCE will be a key give a better understanding of Fisheries Policy,” Humphrey Commerce for Oceans and “catch fish” limits being estab- driver in helping persons to the blue economy. said, noting that he was also Atmosphere and Deputy NOAA lished to allow various species understand exactly what the “I am hoping the science will committed to establishing ma- Administrator, Rear Admiral to rebound.“At present, about 91 blue economy is, its benefits, help us to understand the blue rine managed areas across the US Navy (retired), Dr. Tim per cent of our fish stocks are and threats to its continued economy. The blue economy is country. Gallaudet, also noted that one of not overfished,” he said, while survival. about our capacity to live in a But, he noted, that not every- NOAA’s top priorities was ad- pledging that NOAA would as- It is with this in mind that world and preserve the world we one was pleased with the way in vancing the blue economy. sist Government through study Minister of Maritime Affairs live in. It is about how we are which Government wanted to go, “It involves advancing the sus- tours and other initiatives.US and the Blue Economy, Kirk able to protect our marine space. as it relates to fisheries tainable economic contribution Ambassador,Linda Taglialatela, Humphrey, has welcomed ex- It is about making the most of it management and marine pro- of our oceans and coasts. That is said the ATOMIC project was perts from the National Oceanic while not over exploiting it,” tected areas. what the blue economy is. It in- part of the broader EUREKA and Atmospheric Adminis- Humphrey said. “I want to do it right and with volves promoting tourism; it also field campaign in the Caribbean, tration (NOAA), who will be con- He added that science must minimal pain. I am committed to involves sustainable fisheries; it which was a scientific collabora- ducting research in Barbados become the basis on which deci- doing it,” Humphrey stated. involves promoting a safe ma- tion between the United States, over the coming weeks, which sions are made, and that it must The Minister said he wanted rine transportation as well as the United Kingdom and France. will help in these areas. drive Barbados and the other to continue working with the coastal resilience,” Dr.Gallaudet She noted that NOAA’s collab- A team from NOAA’s Atlantic Caribbean nations to be able to United States to build out “a sen- said. oration with Caribbean partners Tradewind Ocean Atmosphere have information that allows sible blue economy that would He added that there was also extended beyond storm and Mesoscale International persons to live in a world that is generate revenue and create em- a detailed fishery management weather forecasting. “The Coral Campaign (ATOMIC) is cur- sustainable. ployment”. process, which was governed by Reef Conservation Programme rently investigating how the The Minister highlighted fish- This would include exploring a Fisheries Council. He ex- provides funding and technical ocean and atmosphere work to- eries management, weather possibilities for coral regenera- plained that the council was assistance to US domestic and gether to create weather and modelling and shipping as some tion, an area presently under the tasked with surveying the fish international partners, to catal- climate, and will remain on is- of the priority areas for his Ministry’s purview.He explained and conducting assessments to yse coral reef stewardship, and land until mid-February. Ministry going forward, as it con- that corals protect Barbados’ see if they were healthy, and to assemble expertise to provide a It is envisaged that the re- tinues to roll out the blue econ- coastline from the impact of nat- determine if they could be fished multidisciplinary approach to search would put the Caribbean omy. ural disasters and aids in this or not. understand and manage coral in a better position to prepare “We are in the process of devis- island’s capacity to respond to Dr. Gallaudet added that the reef ecosystems and address for natural disasters during the ing a fisheries legislation, and natural disasters. beginning of the process was sci- top coral reef threats,” the hurricane season, and would we presently have a draft Assistant Secretary of ence based, which also saw Ambassador said.

Minister of Maritime Affairs and the Blue Economy, Kirk Humphrey (centre) and US Ambassador, Linda Taglialatela, looking on as one of the crew on the NOAA hurricane hunter explains how some of the equipment works.

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The Barbados Advocate Monday February 3, 2020 • 13 Kosovo parties sign long-awaited deal to form government KOSOVO’S two biggest parties reached a groups representing Serbs, Turks, deal yesterday to create a new govern- Bosniaks and other ethnic minorities. ment almost four months after the The October election, the country’s Balkan country held snap elections fol- fourth since declaring independence in lowing the prime minister’s resignation. 2008, was called after Ramush Haradinaj Albin Kurti, the 44-year-old leader resigned as prime minister after being of the leftist Vetevendosje (Self summoned for questioning by an Determination) party said he would be- EU-funded war crimes court that sits in come prime minister under the deal and The Hague. work with the centre-right Democratic Kosovo declared independence from League of Kosovo (LDK) and other Serbia in 2008, almost a decade after groups. NATO air strikes drove out Serbian forces “We have signed the deal,” Kurti told a accused of expelling and killing ethnic joint press conference with LDK leader Albanian civilians in a two-year Isa Mustafa. counter-insurgency. Parliament – where the coalition One of the biggest challenges for any parties together have 77 of the parlia- government will be to negotiate a deal ment’s 120 seats – will vote on the agree- with neighboring Serbia, which has ment today, he added. refused to acknowledge Kosovo’s Albin Kurti, leader of the Self-Determination movement (Vetevendosje party). The new coalition will also include six independence. Iraq names new prime minister IRAQ has named a new prime candidates were rejected by protesters. minister after four months of In a video released on his social protests. media accounts on Saturday, Allawi Mohammed Tawfiq Allawi, a former announced that he had been nominated communications minister, was and called on Iraqis to continue protest- appointed by President Barham Salih. ing until their demands were met. His predecessor Adel Abdul Mahdi “If not for your sacrifices and your resigned in November, amid mass anti- bravery, there would have been no government demonstrations. Hundreds change in the country,” he said. “I of protesters have been killed. believe in you, and for this reason I will Allawi now has a month to form a ask you to continue protesting.” new government, which he will lead He promised to hold those responsible until early elections. He immediately for the killing of protesters accountable expressed support for the protests. and to combat corruption. Earlier this week, local media Allawi, who is Shia, studied and reported that President Saleh had given worked in Lebanon and the UK before parliament an ultimatum to decide on entering Iraqi politics following the a new prime minister before he took 2003 invasion. He served as minister of the decision himself, after previous communications twice. Newly-appointed Iraq Prime Minister Mohammed Tawfiq Allawi.

Australia’s capital lifts state of emergency as fire threat subsides

WILDFIRES that threatened Australia’s leading into the weekend, which gave weather – and even rain – forecast for the Sydney, due to a combination of bushfire capital, Canberra, over the weekend have authorities greater powers to order rest of the week in the nation’s smoke and dust blowing in from been brought under control as contain- evacuations, close roads and take control capital. drought-hit areas. ment lines held and hot and windy of properties as fire threatened suburban Australia’s prolonged bushfire season Affected residents were urged to stay conditions eased, prompting authorities areas. has killed 33 people and an estimated indoors and minimise physical activity, to lift a state of emergency. It was the first time an emergency was 1 billion native animals since NSW Health said, adding those with While fire in the Australian Capital declared in Australia’s capital since 2003 September.About 2 500 homes have been chronic respiratory and cardiovascular Territory (ACT), home to the capital city, when fires destroyed almost 500 houses destroyed and more than 11.7 million conditions are particularly at risk. has spread to more than 55 000 hectares and led to four deaths. hectares of tinder-dry bushland have been Parts of NSW were struck by thunder- (136 000 acres), close to a quarter of the However containment lines supported razed. storms late yesterday which helped douse territory’s entire landmass, the heat by airdrops of fire retardant helped keep The fire in the southern tip of the ACT flames, although authorities said storms fuelling the danger is subsiding. the blaze back over the weekend, even in also crossed into the state of New South could also trigger new fires. ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr said the face of wild winds and elevated Wales (NSW) and destroyed some homes, “Widespread thunderstorms and the threat was not yet over and that there temperatures which only fell in authorities said yesterday. lightning strikes today may produce new may be weeks of firefighting ahead. the capital overnight on Saturday, Seventy fires were burning across ignitions,” the NSW Rural Fire Service “We may need to return to a state of according to Australia’s Bureau of NSW late Sunday afternoon, with 30 of said in a tweet. emergency if the situation requires it,” Meteorology. those not contained. NSW Health issued “Cooler conditions have seen reduced he said yesterday. The dangerous conditions started to a statement saying air quality would be fire activity across most firegrounds The ACT declared a state of emergency ease yesterday, and there is favourable poor in parts of the state, including today.” 14 • Monday February 3, 2020 The Barbados Advocate

Nintendo CEO says no new Switch model this year TOKYO – Nintendo Co no plans to launch a upgraded version of the its console in September, of its third year in the by many analysts. Ltd CEO Shuntaro fresh Switch model this hit device. driving demand for market. Nintendo has already Furukawa said on Friday year, dampening ru- Nintendo launched a the Switch through the Furukawa’s comments sold 17.7 million units in the gaming company has mours it will offer an handheld-only version of year-end shopping sea- came a day after the com- the nine months ended son. pany upgraded its Switch December, taking total The Kyoto-based com- sales forecast for the year Switch sales to more than pany has long been ru- ending March to 19.5 mil- 52 million units, with the GOVERNMENT NOTICE mored to be preparing an lion units from an earlier launch of an Animal upgraded version of the outlook of 18 million Crossing title in late Tender for the Supply and Delivery of Oils, Lubricants and Greases hybrid home-portable units, with the new num- March likely to help boost Switch as it nears the end ber seen as conservative sales. to the Ministry of Transport, Works and Maintenance for the Periods Ending March 31,2021 and March 31, 2022

Tenders are invited for the supply and delivery of oils, lubricants and greases to the Mechanical Workshop, Ministry of Transport, Works and Maintenance, Pine East-West Boulevard, St. Michael for the periods ending March 31, 2021 and March 31, 2022.

2. The Ministry operates both light and heavy duty gasoline and diesel engine vehicles, and road construction equipment, plant and pumps.

3. Tenderers must quote Duty Free/VAT inclusive prices for the supply of the product in drums/pails and must provide with their tenders the Society of Automotive Engineers or American Petroleum Institute specifications and standards to which their products conform. The prices tendered shall be for the duration of the contract period.

4. Appropriate quantities required are stated on the Form of Tender, which must be obtained from the Chief Technical Officer’s office, Ministry of Transport, Works & Maintenance, Pine East-West Boulevard, St. Michael, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Tenderers may tender for any or all items and for one or both periods.

5. The monthly delivery of lubricants, greases and oils is to be arranged between the successful contractor(s) and the Mechanical Workshop of the Ministry of At present Apple makes two different types of iPhone wall plugs, one with a Transport, Works and Maintenance, as directed by the Senior Mechanical Engineer USB-A port (left), the other with a USB-C port (right). and or their nominee.

6. ALL CORPORATE TENDERERS MUST INCLUDE WITH THEIR TENDERS, A COPY OF THE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION AND ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION AS EVIDENCE OF THE FACT THAT THE MEPs vote for universal COMPANY IS AN EXISTING REGISTERED COMPANY AS AT THE DATE OF THE TENDER. FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION AND THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION WILL RENDER THE TENDER VOID, THE CERTIFICATE MUST BE IN THE NAME OF THE TENDERER. charger for smartphones MEMBERS of the port, for use with a corre- plug, meaning the adapter 7. Tenderers are advised that the Certificate of Incorporation referred to above European Parliament sponding USB-C cable. had no use beyond the de- means a Certificate of Incorporation issued under the 1985 Companies Act of have voted for a single Apple does sell a cable vice it came with. Barbados or where applicable a Certificate of Continuance and/or a Certificate of universal charging so- that has a USB-C connec- “In 2009, there were Amalgamation and/or a Certificate of Amendment or a Certificate of Registration. lution for small port- tor at one end and a more than 30 charging so- Certificates must be dated after 31st December,1984. able devices, which Lightning one at the other, lutions, while today there Apple had cautioned so in theory could easily are three charger types,” a 8. TENDERERS SHOULD BE AWARE THAT THE LABOUR CLAUSES (PUB- against. switch its adapters to the press release from the LIC CONTRACTS) ACT. CAP 349 SHALL IN SO FAR AS IS APPLICABLE TO THE The resolution passed new technology.In fact, its European Parliament TENDER APPLY TO ANY CONTRACT MADE IN RESPECT OF THE TENDER. FULL with 582 votes in favour to top-end smartphone – the said. DETAILS OF THE CONDITIONS OF THE ACT CAP 349 MAY BE OBTAINED FROM 40 against. MEPs will now iPhone 11 Pro Max – But Apple has previ- THE GOVERNMENT PRINTERY, BAY STREET, ST. MICHAEL. urge the European comes bundled with a ously said:“We want to en- Commission (EC) to adopt USB-C power adapter. sure that any new legisla- 9. The successful tenderer will be required to enter into a Contract drawn up by the new rules. The move would, how- tion will not result in the or in a form approved by the Solicitor General or another Legal Officer in the Public The MEPs want to make ever, mean that most shipment of any unneces- Service approved by her. A surety for the due performance of the contract will be required by one of the methods listed below: it possible for consumers existing Lightning cables – sary cables or external to use a single charger for and indeed other types of adaptors with every de- (a) by way of a deposit with the Treasury of a sum of money or approved all smartphone and tablet cable with USB-A connec- vice, or render obsolete the securities to the value of not less than ten per cent of the contract models. tions – would require an devices and accessories price; or But the devices them- adapter to work with the used by many millions of selves could still, in theory, new chargers. Europeans and hundreds (b) by way of a bank or any accredited Insurance Company whose use different ports. It could also prevent of millions of Apple cus- liability shall be not less than ten percent of the contract price. The The idea behind the companies having the free- tomers worldwide.” cost of obtaining such a surety shall be the responsibility of the move is to “decouple” the dom to move to a follow-up Ben Wood, an analyst contractor who need not specifically make arrangements for sureties sale of a charger from that type of port in the future with research firm CCS unless and until his tender has been accepted. of a new mobile device, and when the next standard Insight, said: “Given the instead encourage con- emerges. current trend towards sus- 10. Tenders on the Form of Tender must be submitted in a sealed sumers to re-use those European politicians tainability and a reduction envelope marked “TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF OILS, they already own. have been campaigning for in e-waste, this seems like LUBRICANTS AND GREASES TO THE MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT, WORKS AND a common standard for the a sensible move. However, MAINTENANCE” and returned to the Chairman, Tenders Committee, C/O From A to C past decade, with the EC the EU needs to be careful Government Procurement Department, Fontabelle, St. Michael to reach her no later At present, Apple pack- estimating that obsolete not to stifle innovation by than 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12th, 2020. ages most of its iPhones cables generate more than mandating a certain tech- with charging plugs that 51 000 tonnes of waste per nology indefinitely.” 11. Tenders received after this time and date will be returned unopened to the have a USB-A port for year. With an eye to the fu- tenderer. Tenders must be placed in the Tenders Box located at the Government their Lightning cables. They acknowledged, ture, MEPs have also said Procurement Department by the specified closing date and time. By contrast, some however,that the situation they want the EC to 12. No tender will be considered unless it complies with the conditions set out in Android phones – such as is at least better than in ensure that different this notice and associated tender documents. Google’s Pixel 4 – come the past, when some pro- wireless chargers are in- with a wall charger that prietary charging cables teroperable with different features a smaller USB-C came hard-wired to their mobile devices. The Barbados Advocate Monday February 3, 2020 • 15

PROPERTIES FOR SALE

Somalia declares emergency 1. 9,913 sq. ft. of land situate at Lot 6 Claybury, St. John. Ref. number [PFS 33] 2. 18,181 sq. ft. of residential land at Lot 24 Heron Mill Estate, St Peter. Ref. number [PFS 35] over locust swarms 3. 766 sq. ft. of land situate at Lot 27 Gemswick, St. Philip, Barbados. Ref. number [PFS 08] SOMALIA has declared Meanwhile, neighbour- region could grow 500 4. 6,368 sq. ft. (or 591.6 sq. meters) of land situate at Lot #57 Friendly Hall Terrace, St Lucy. a national emergency ing Kenya has not seen a times by June. Ref. number [PFS 17] as large swarms of lo- locust threat as severe in The swarms spread into custs spread across 70 years, according to the east Africa from Yemen 5. 489.3 square meters of land situate at Lot 41A Balls Tenantry, Christ Church. east Africa. UN Food and Agriculture across the Red Sea, after Ref. number [PFS 22] The country’s Ministry Organisation (FAO). heavy rainfall in late 2019 6. 586.9 square meters of land situate at Lot 39 Sunset Heights, Maynards, St. Peter. of Agriculture said the in- However,Somalia is the created ideal conditions Ref. number [PFS 23] sects, which consume first country in the region for the insects to flourish. large amounts of vegeta- to declare an emergency Locusts can travel up to 7. 5,252.83 sq. ft. of land situate at Lot 57 Casuarina Estates, Phinneys, St. Philip. tion, posed “a major threat over the infestation. 150km in a day. Each Ref. number [PFS 29] to Somalia’s fragile food Somalia’s unstable se- adult insect can eat its 8. 11,383 sq. ft. of land situate at #64 Vieja Close, Crane Haven, Crane, St. Philip. security situation”. curity situation means own weight in food daily. Ref. number [PFS 44] There are fears that the that planes cannot be In December, a locust situation may not be used to spray insecticide swarm forced a passenger 9. 6,794 sq. ft. of land at Lot 99 St. Silas Heights, St. James. Ref. number [PFS 45] brought under control be- from the air. plane off course in 10. 15,927 sq. ft. (or 1479.7 sq. meters) of land situate at Lot 78G Husbands Heights, fore the harvest begins in In January, the FAO Ethiopia. Insects smashed Husbands, St. James. Ref. number [PFS 18] April. called for international into the engines, wind- The UN says the help in fighting the shield and nose, but the 11. 6,534 sq. ft. of residential land at Lot 13 Rendezvous Meadows, Christ Church. swarms are the largest in swarms in the Horn of aircraft was able to land Ref. number [PFS 39] Somalia and Ethiopia in Africa, warning that lo- safely in the capital,Addis 12. 96,666 sq. ft. of residential land at Lot 2 Applegrove Estate, St Thomas. 25 years. cust numbers across the Ababa. Ref. number [PFS 40] 13. Property at Lot 36 Drax Hall, St George is a single storey concrete dwelling house which provides accommodations for three (3) bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, living room, dining room, laundry, carport and kitchen. Ref. number [PFS 38] Koalas 14. Property at Lot 5A Vale View, Kirtons, St. Philip is a two storey building, comprising five bedrooms and six bathrooms, a two car garage and an unfinished cottage on 59,981 sq. found dead ft. of flat land. The property is enclosed at its boundaries by chain linked fence and concrete block entry columns with timber entry gates. Ref. number [PFS 46] on Australia 15. Property at Lot 12 Clapham Heights, Clapham, Christ Church consisting of approximately 8,305 sq. ft. of land. The subject property is located within the newly developing neighborhood of Clapham, Ch. Ch. and is an unfinished, two storey logging residential building which has been converted into three separate apartments. The apartments are arranged as two one bedroom units and a three bedroom, three bathroom plantation unit. Ref. number [PFS 49] DOZENS of koalas have 16. Property at Lot 31 Rices Development, St Philip consisting of approximately 4,661 sq. ft. of land. The building consist of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan living room and been found dead or in- dining room, kitchen, laundry, storeroom, covered patio and garage. Ref. number [PFS 42] jured at a timber planta- tion in the Australian 17. Property at Lot 1 Superlative, St George consisting of approximately 7,492 sq. ft. of land. state of Victoria, sparking The site has been improved by a detached, single storey dwelling that is of concrete an investigation by offi- construction and is arranged to provide 2 bedrooms, a shared bathroom, a master cials. bedroom en-suite, living room, dining room, kitchen and laundry. Externally, there is a Blue gum trees – an im- Koalas face a number of threats to their habitat – covered patio to the front elevation. Ref. number [PFS 47] portant koala habitat – logging, as well as bushfires. 18. 10,004 sq. ft. of land situate at Lot 7B, Hillside, The Mount, St. George. Ref number [PFS 51] were harvested from the plantation in December, it was prepared to prose- koalas would be “rehabil- 19. 9,376.3 sq. meters of land situate at Lot 7, Applegrove Estates, Bucks, St. Thomas. leaving only a few isolated cute over the incident. itated at a later stage”. Ref. number [PFS 24] stands of trees. Local resident Helen The company behind 20. Property at Lot 59 Midland Ave., Ealing Park Stage 3, Christ Church consisting of Some koalas had Oakley, who first raised the logging is currently approximately 6,272 sq. ft. of land. The building is a three (3) bedroom/two (2) bathroom starved to death in the re- the alarm on Wednesday, unclear. According to the single storey residence with a gross floor area of approximately 1,728 sq. ft. Ref. number maining trees. Others posted a video to Face- logging industry, the blue [PFS 01] were apparently killed by book, saying she had seen gum trees were harvested 21. Property at Lot 90 Casuarina Estates, Phinneys, St. Philip on 4,515 sq. ft. of land. The bulldozers. dead koalas at the site. in November and the con- two storey residential dwelling comprises of three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a patio on About 80 surviving “There are koalas lying tractor followed all of the the first floor, open plan living, dining and kitchen, pantry and laundry room, a patio to the koalas have been removed there dead,” she said. protocols in place to pro- front and a carport. Ref. number [PFS 52] and are being cared for. “Mothers killed and their tect the animals. The deaths come after little babies. Australia However, Animals 22. Property at Lots 2 & 3 Maycocks Bay Terrace, Husbands, St. Lucy. The property tens of thousands of should be ashamed of this. Australia said it was in- comprises two parcels of land of approximately 18,708 sq. ft. and a mixed-use retail single storey building. Ref. number [PFS 53] koalas were killed in the We need help.” vestigating several appar- bushfires that have rav- Animal protection ent breaches of legisla- 23. Property at Unit 6 White Sands Beach Condominiums. The subject property is a one aged Australia. The group Animals Australia tion. bedroom, two bathroom first floor condominium. The development comprises of 22 units, marsupial is listed as “vul- said it has sent teams to “By law, the companies private parking, 24 hour security, a plunge pool and beach front location. Ref. number nerable” by Australia’s the site in order to “save that own these planta- [PFS 54] Environment Ministry. as many of these precious tions must provide koala 24. PROPERTY AT Kirtons, St Philip consisting of approximately 9,263.02 sq. meters (or 2.29 animals as possible”. ‘spotters’ to identify acres) of land and is approximately 5-10 mins. drive from the airport and 20-25 mins. from ‘Australia should be It added: “We are still koalas in trees before log- Bridgetown. The property is a two storey coral stone building comprising of four (4) ashamed’ gathering the details as to ging commences, so that bedrooms two and half (2.5) bathrooms on a total gross floor area of 3,560 sq. ft. After the plantation was what has occurred in this animals can be safely re- Ref. number [PFS 09] logged in December, re- case but it would appear moved and relocated. ports of hundreds of that there are various There is also a legal re- OFFERS starving koalas came in, breaches of legislation, in- sponsibility to ensure the environmental group cluding the Prevention of welfare of koalas after Should be made by sealed bids to the undernoted address clearly marked “PROPERTY FOR SALE – SEALED BID” and the Ref. number assigned on or before February 28, 2020. Friends of the Earth Cruelty to Animals Act, logging has ceased,” it Australia said. which we will be support- said. Recoveries Department “People apparently wit- ing authorities to pursue.” The Australian Forest P.O. Box 1256 nessed the bulldozing of Andrew Pritchard from Products Association said Bridgetown BB11000 many dead koalas into the Department of the the remaining trees were Barbados slash piles,” it said. Environment said 25 cleared after the contrac- The Department of koalas had been eu- tors had left. It has vowed THE MORTGAGEE DOES NOT BIND ITSELF TO ACCEPT THE HIGHEST BID AND RESERVES Environment, Land, thanised. He told ABC to investigate the inci- THE RIGHT TO REFUSE TO ACCEPT ANY BID. For further information please contact us at Water and Planning said News the surviving dent. 431-4526

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My husband is too generous DEAR JANE I have a wonderful hus- band who is beyond gener- ous. He would literally give the clothes from his own back to help someone in need. I adore this trait in him as he has proven to be the good Christian man that I fell in love with and married. However my problem at the moment is the fact that I feel people are taking advantage of his generosity and he is too caught up in doing the there another solution? little gullible but at ‘borrow’ anything, get right thing to see it. – PEARL least he seems genuine. him to tell them – they My husband lets Your inventory idea have to ask you! so-called friends ‘borrow’ DEAR PEARL sounds like a good plan. You already have his car, house and garden- It’s good news to hear At least that way he yourself a reputation ing tools from his garage that the only negative would definitely know and if they know it’s but he never gets them thing you have to say what belongs to him, you who’s running back. We are not made of about your husband is when he lent some- things they may act money and I am fed up of the fact that he’s too thing out and who he more thoughtfully. him replacing things that kind! I’m sure there are lent it to. If he is not Other than that if I know he already owns. plenty of women out bold enough to ask for we’re talking about Times are hard and we there wishing they had anything back perhaps expensive tools maybe need to be as frugal as a husband like yours. you could mention it on you should think we possibly can but I’m He sounds like a very his behalf or better about hiring them out always the one who nice man, perhaps a still, if anyone asks to instead. – JANE has to sacrifice something to make ends meet and it annoys me that I get classed as the ‘meanie’. I have told him to keep Need Advice? an inventory and that if he insists on lending out stuff to keep a record but he Write to Ask Jane doesn’t have the heart to ask for anything back c/o Advocate Publishers 2000 Inc especially after hearing people’s sob stories. Am Fontabelle, St. Michael I wrong to complain or is Bridge [email protected]

The Barbados Advocate Monday February 3, 2020 • 17 SPORTSSPORTS

Leslie Alleyne (left) and Chris O’Neal – MudDogs Safari Champion driver and nav- igator. Jamaica’s Christopher McFarlane is now the five-time autocross champion. Corbin wins BRC 2019 Champion Drivers’ trophy AFTER coming close for a number Turks and Caicos Paul Horton, who of years Edward Corbin finally was awarded with the Richard Roett hoisted the coveted Champion Trophy in recogsaition of his long-term Drivers’ trophy at the Barbados support of the Club’s events, including Rally Club’s (BRC) Annual sponsorship of the 2019 Winter Rally Prizegiving. rounded off the top five. Corbin finished four points ahead of Clubman 1 Champion Jason Tull second place Ian Warren after the seven claimed the Rookie Award and a $1 000 rounds of action was completed. In his Automotive Art Voucher. The Club’s an- Daihatsu Charmant Corbin who also had nual tongue-in-cheek Golden Turkey a bit of flair to his driving throughout the Award, presented to acknowledge some year and was one of the crowd favourites, lapse on the part of the competitor, was had a total of 130 points and thanked won by Mark Thompson, whose off-road those who made it possible. excursion in Alexandria during the dou- In his short speech, Corbin reminded ble-header sprint ended with his car on everyone that it was a team effort which top of Mrs Babb’s perfectly manicured allowed him to capture the title led by his Bougainvillea hedge. After causing fur- pit crew chief and brother Wayne Corbin. ther damage as he drove off, Mrs Babb He even thanked the marshals who kept has been treated to a replacement hedge. the stages locked down and safe for the Leslie Alleyne won a record seventh drivers to compete. consecutive Drivers’ crown in the Corbin also won the Modified 1 and MudDogs Safari Championship, with his 2wd Championship trophies. Navigator Chris O’Neal winning a sixth The Motoring Club Barbados Inc title; Bridget Garity was crowned high- (MCBI) and the Bimma Cup champion, est-placed female navigator,Yousuf Patel Warren, narrowly missed out on his third the Class B Champion Driver and title for 2019. Stephen Mayers and David Reece the Warren, back for his first full competi- winners of the Shelbury Construction tive season since 2013, was the Clubman Trophy which recognises success in the 2 Champion in his BMW. popular Drivers’ Challenges. When the dust had settle there was Marshal of the year went to Pat nothing separating the third and fourth Brewster as marshals from four different place drivers, Roger Hill and Jamal crews were awarded in the categories, Brathwaite each with 118 points. The Rookie of the year, Most-improved, Long tie-break based on each driver’s highest Service and Outstanding, overall finish gave the M4 Champion, Leslie Evanson became the third Hill, third place while M2 Champion (different) winner of the highest-placed Jamal Brathwaite took home fourth Female Co-driver Award in as many Edward Corbin BRC 2019 Champion driver. place. seasons. (CG/PR) 18 • Monday February 3, 2020 The Barbados Advocate

Celestial Storm wins Coolmore ‘Home of Champions’ stakes LAST Saturday was the third day of the Barbados Turf Club’s first racing season for 2020, and eight very exciting races were run at the Garrison Savannah, with none more exciting than the days feature race, the Coolmore “Home of Champions” Stakes & Trophy, for three-year-olds and older (WFA) going 1800 metres. As starter Mark Batson pressed the button to send the six horse field on their way, it looked like they were all off to a level start, but unfortunately last years Sandy Lane Gold Cup winner Celestial Storm, stumbled and went down until her nose touched the round. Stumbling a second time she managed to get back on her feet, with the help of her jockey Rasheed Hughes. As she was still trying to find her stride, Rising Star on her inside was drifting into her, as Infrared on her outside was drifting into her from the outside. While all this was going on, the cool headed Hughes, decided to take her back so that she would have time to find her rhythm. Turning into the straight for the first time, it was Gandalf leading the field, from Infrared and Night Prowler. Positions continued until two furlongs out when Gandalf faded into fourth, leaving Infrared and Night Prowler to lead them into the homestretch for the run to the wire. With 50 metres to go, it was a neck and neck battle between, Infrared and Night Prowler,but Rasheed Hughe’s decision to Celestial Storm, with Rasheed Hughes on the outside, getting up in the last stride to beat Night Prowler with Jalon Samuel let the five-year-old grey mare, Celestial in the centre and Infrared on the rail. Storm, owned by the Estate of C.N. Parravicino and trained by Roger horses that would give as much as she dividends in the last few strides to snatch well on the way to saddling many more Parravicino sit back and find her rhythm did after nearly falling flat on her face. It the victory. winners in the future. and get back in stride proved to be the also shows why Rasheed Hughes has Of the jockeys, Rasheed Hughes landed Owner Peter Odle also had a very good right tactic, as she finished like a train to been dominating the Jockey Titles. His three winners, while Ricky Walcott day with his horses winning four of eight snatch victory by the shortest of heads ability to even stay in the saddle at the landed two winners. on the card. from Night Prowler, with Infrared third. start was outstanding, but his coolness in Trainer Rommel Lovell, had a great Racing continues on Saturday 21, It was an outstanding run from helping her up and then letting her day saddling three winners from his February. Celestial Storm, as there are not many collect herself was brilliant, and paid small stable, and he certainly looks to be (CH) Djokovic targets Grand Slam record in two seasons MELBOURNE – No sooner had Novak be the best possible father, and not be on Djokovic claimed his 17th Grand Slam the road all the time,” he said. trophy by triumphing at the Australian “I am coming closer to the stage where Open for the eighth time yesterday, the I have to adjust to that. I have to probably Serb was already setting himself a play less.” deadline to claim the record of major titles. Twelve years after claiming his maiden Djokovic’s 6-4 4-6 2-6 6-3 6-4 victory in title at Melbourne Park, Djokovic remains a thriller over fifth seed Dominic Thiem at the peak of his game. drew him within three slams of Roger His win over Thiem secured the world Federer’s haul of 20 and two behind number one ranking, dislodging Nadal second-placed Rafa Nadal’s 19. from the top spot. “I think in order to have a chance and It also extended tennis’ Big Three’s have a go for the historic number one I am dominance over the Grand Slams for going to try to do everything possible this another few months. He, Nadal and season and next season maximum,” Federer have between them won 13 major Novak Djokovic won his 17th Grand Slam title yesterday. Djokovic said in front of ecstatic Serbian titles in succession. fans at Melbourne Park. It was a rocky path to his 17th slam my physio prepares in his lab. That’s all I “famous”. “That is what I can devote in terms of triumph, however. can say,” Djokovic quipped in reference to “These kind of things in games switch time and energy towards accomplishing He was suddenly listless and collapsed his eventual rally. the momentum of the match,” Djokovic, that goal.” in a funk midway through the match. He With the fans resolutely in Thiem’s who lost six games in succession after Like Federer who reduced his schedule took a medical time-out while under huge corner, Djokovic also lost his cool with the being called, told reporters. after reaching his thirties to prolong his pressure by Thiem. crowd for not staying quiet during play “I didn’t know that (touching) is career, the 32-year-old Djokovic also It fanned accusations of gamesmanship and growled at the chair umpire after completely forbidden. I thought it was a expects to wind down and spend more from some tennis pundits but Djokovic, being called for two breaches of the serve nice, really friendly touch,” he added with time with his young children in the not- whose team delivered extra drinks to him clock in the second set. a smile. too-distant future. during the match, said he was suffering He patted the chair umpire sarcastically “I want to thank him for not giving me “I guess they are coming to an age where from dehydration. on his sneaker after dropping serve and a warning for touching him.That’s all I can I really want to spend time with them and “The liquids were magic potions that congratulated him for making himself say.”

The Barbados Advocate Monday February 3, 2020 • 19 Lakers rebound to dominate Kings ANTHONY DAVIS had Celtics won for the sixth Dallas Mavericks 123 – Miles Bridges led all a team-high 21 points, time in their last seven Atlanta Hawks 100 scorers with 25 points for LeBron James ran up a games. Boston played Jalen Brunson scored a Charlotte, with Cody Zeller triple-double and the without leading scorer season-high 27 points to adding 14 points and Los Angeles Lakers Kemba Walker, sidelined help host Dallas defeat 12 rebounds. Malik Monk used a 44-point by a sore left knee. Atlanta and secure coach totaled 11 points, and Willy first quarter Saturday Ben Simmons led the Rick Carlisle’s 500th Hernangomez and Terry night to power a 76ers with 23 points, and win with the team. In Rozier scored 10 each for front-running 129-113 Joel Embiid was held to 12 seasons leading the the Hornets, who have lost victory over the host 11 on 1-of-11 shooting. Mavericks, Carlisle is two straight games and Sacramento Kings. Philadelphia shot 36.9 500-435, a winning 16 of their past 19. Avery Bradley poured per cent (31 of 84) for the percentage of 53.5. 16 of his 19 points into the contest and 21.2 per cent Brunson, starting for in- New York Knicks 92 – first 12 minutes for the (7 of 33) from 3-point jured NBA All-Star Luka Indiana Pacers 85 Lakers, who were coming range in losing its second Doncic, was 12-for-22 from Marcus Morris Sr. scored off a 127-119 home loss straight. The 76ers had the floor, two of them 12 of his game-high Los Angeles star LeBron James reacts after his team that followed a tribute to beaten the Celtics in their 3-pointers, with eight as- 28 points in the fourth scored a basket against the Sacramento Kings dur- the late Kobe Bryant on first three meetings sists in his ninth start of quarter, and his jumper ing an 81-point first half by the Lake Friday night. this season, including the season.The Mavericks with 5:50 left gave New The Lakers improved to December 12 at TD were also without Kristaps York Knicks a lead it 7-0 on the second night of Garden. Porzingis for the second would not relinquish in an back-to-backs, riding half in the back-to-back upset of host Indiana. Bradley’s four early Los Angeles Clippers game. Julius Randle had 3-pointers to lead by as 118 – Minnesota Atlanta was led by John 16 points and a season- many as 24 in the first Timberwolves 106 Collins with 26 points and high 18 rebounds for the 12 minutes. James’ fin- Kawhi Leonard scored 11 rebounds – his 12th Knicks, who entered ished with 15 points, 31 points in 24 minutes, double-double in 24 games Saturday tied for the worst 10 rebounds and 11 assists his ninth straight game of – and 20 points from Kevin record in the Eastern for his 11th triple-double scoring at least 30 points, Huerter, who made six Conference but rode TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION of the season, one off as host Los Angeles 3-pointers.Trae Young was dominant defensive efforts AND TRAINING (TVET) COUNCIL Luka Doncic’s league lead, defeated Minnesota. limited to 12 points and in the first and fourth and the 92nd of his career. Paul George, playing in left early with a sprained quarters to win for just the CAREER OPPORTUNITY Only Oscar Robertson his second contest after ankle. fourth time in the last (181), Russell Westbrook missing nine due to a left 16 games. Taj Gibson The TVET Council is a Statutory Board established under (146), Magic Johnson (138) hamstring strain, had Washington Wizards 113 added ten points. and Jason Kidd (107) have 21 points and seven – Brooklyn Nets 107 Domantas Sabonis had the TVET Council Act 1993-11 to co-ordinate and promote more career triple-doubles. rebounds in 25 minutes. Bradley Beal scored 25 points and eight workforce development. The Council is also responsible for the De’Aaron Fox scored a Lou Williams added 15 of his game-high 34 rebounds for the Pacers, management of the Employment and Training Fund (ETF) game-high 24 points, and 17 points, and Montrezl points in the fourth quar- who lost for only the third through which grants or loans are made for the support and Buddy Hield had 22 for the Harrell contributed ter as host Washington ral- time in 11 games. Indiana Kings, who had won three 16 points and six rebounds. lied late and defeated scored only 11 points in the provision of technical and vocational education and training of their last four. Karl-Anthony Towns Brooklyn, which lost Kyrie first quarter – its lowest (TVET). had 32 points and Irving to a knee sprain output in a quarter all Portland Trail Blazers 12 rebounds for the in the fourth quarter. season – before being The Council invites applications from suitably qualified and 124 – Utah Jazz 107 Timberwolves, who lost All of Beal’s fourth-quar- outscored 20-14 in the experienced persons for the post of Senior Technical Officer Damian Lillard contin- their 11th straight game. ter points came in the final fourth. Myles Turner had ued his torrid roll with 51 Andrew Wiggins, limited 7:02, as he scored 15 of the 12 points, while Malcolm (Quality Assurance). points on 17-of-29 shooting with foul trouble in the team’s last 21 during the Brogdon finished with from the field, and he first half, had only 13 comeback after the Nets eight points and 12 assists. JOB TITLE: SENIOR TECHNICAL OFFICER added 12 assists to lead points on 4-of-11 shooting. had led most of the game. (QUALITY ASSURANCE)) host Portland past Utah. Josh Okogie had 13 points, Thomas Bryant pitched in Golden State Warriors Lillard also made all while Robert Covington for the Wizards with 17 131 – Cleveland eight of his free throws en chipped in 12 points. points and ten rebounds. Cavaliers 112 Overall Responsibility route to his third 50-point Irving finished with 11 Draymond Green effort ovser the past six Miami Heat 102 – points. ESPN reported matched his career high The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning Orlando Magic 89 games and fourth of the he will undergo an with 16 assists, including and implementation of quality assurance processes to ensure season. He is averaging Jimmy Butler scored MRI Sunday. Spencer eight during a 44-point a credible internal and external assessment and certification 48.8 points during the 24 points, and Tyler Herro Dinwiddie led Brooklyn third-quarter explosion six-game stretch. Hassan added 23 as Miami handed with 26 points,and Garrett that propelled Golden process Whiteside added 17 points, host Orlando its season- Temple added 17, all in State to a romp at 21 rebounds and three worst fifth straight defeat. the first half. Cleveland. Salary scale: Grade S7 of Government’s Salary Scale. blocked shots as the Trail Aaron Gordon led the The Warriors shot Blazers won their fourth Magic with 24 points, and San Antonio Spurs 114 – 10-for-14 on 3-pointers in straight game and fifth in Nikola Vucevic added 21. Charlotte Hornets 90 their third-quarter blitz, For further information please visit www.tvetcouncil.com.bb. their last six. Evan Fournier, who DeMar DeRozan scored which began with a two- Donovan Mitchell scored entered the game as 24 points, and Jakob Poeltl point halftime lead and All applications will be treated in confidence and should be 25 points, and Bojan Orlando’s leading scorer at added a season-best 17 on ended with a commanding accompanied by a Curriculum Vitae` and the names and Bogdanovic and Mike 18.8 points, was held to 7-for-8 shooting as San 105-78 advantage. Glenn addresses of two (2) referees. Applications should be Conley added 22 apiece 12 points, including five in Antonio dominated the Robinson III added but couldn’t prevent the the first three quarters. second half on the way to 22 points for the Warriors, addressed to: Jazz from losing their Playing with a sore back, an easy home win against while D’Angelo Russell season-worst fourth he shot just 3-for-13 from Charlotte. contributed 19 points, The Chairman straight game. the floor. The Spurs trailed by seven rebounds and eight Technical and Vocational Education and Training Council Butler and teammate 13 points at the half but assists. Hastings House West Boston Celtics 116 – Bam Adebayo played their stormed back in the third Collin Sexton had a Philadelphia 76ers 95 first game since being quarter. After trailing game-high 23 points to Balmoral Gap Jaylen Brown scored named All-Stars on 70-51 at the 9:22 mark, pace the Cavaliers, who Hastings 32 points, Jayson Tatum Thursday. Adebayo had a San Antonio ripped off dropped their tenth in a Christ Church added 25 and Boston poor shooting night, going runs of 13-2 and 15-2 to row at home and tenth in avoided a season sweep at 1-for-8 with four points, jump back in front at 11 games overall. Kevin Closing date: February 12th, 2020. the hands of visiting but he grabbed 14 79-74. Poeltl and DeRozan Love recorded a 14-point, Philadelphia. rebounds, had five assists each had eight points in 11-rebound double-double Marcus Smart had 16 and blocked a season-high the pivotal stretch, which for the Cleveland, which NB: UNSUITABLE APPLICATIONS points, Brad Wanamaker four shots. set the table for a 35-point fell to 0-3 on a four-game WILL NOT BE ACKNOWLEDGED chipped in 15 and the fourth quarter. homestand. 20 • Monday February 3, 2020 The Barbados Advocate

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE FOR RENT 6, 272 sq.ft. NBA All-Stars uniforms Apartments Price on request will pay tribute to Kobe 1) Gibbons - 2 bed, 1 bath, LAND FOR SALE furnished - $1,600.00 1) St. Philip and daughter 2) Gibbons - 1 bed, 1 bath, Kirtons furnished - $1,200.00 10,208 sq.ft. TEAM uniforms at this number 2 and Team $175,000.00 year’s NBA All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo 3) Yorkshire - 2 bed, 1 bath, Game will pay tribute to players will wear semi-furnished _ $1,500.00 2) Casuarina Estates the late Kobe Bryant, his number 24 in the 9,900 sq.ft. daughter Gianna and February 16 contest at Townhouses $200,000.00 seven others who died in Chicago. 1) Clermont Green, St. Mi- a helicopter crash last Bryant wore jerseys 3) Christ Church Sunday. with the numbers eight chael - 2 bed, 1 _ bath, fur- Bird's Eye Ridge The NBA, its players and 24 during his 20 nished - $2,500.00 5,449 sq.ft. Available 1st February 2020. $125,000.00 union and Nike seasons with the Los announced Friday that Angeles Lakers while his Commercial 4) St. Peter Team LeBron James daughter wore the Maynards Grove players will wear jerseys number two in her youth 1) Wildey Business Centre 6,591 sq.ft. while carrying the games. St. Michael $195,000.00 580 sq.ft. $2,000.00 per month + VAT 5) Christ Church REAL ESTATE inclusive of service charges Rendezvous Meadows RENT TENDER NOTICE Available immediately 6, 534 sq. ft. GOVERNMENT OF BARBADOS $140,000.00 1) Warrens Park 2) Webster Park 2 bedroom upstairs apart- TENDER FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE INSURANCE First Floor Apartment Building ment $1,300.00 $40,192.00 per month + VAT OF SIXTEEN VEHICLES FOR THE CABINET OFFICE inclusive of service charges 1) Clapham Heights 2) Ocean City Available immediately for fit Unfurnished two storey (3 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom The Government of Barbados through the Cabinet Office hereby invites duly qualified out apartments) house, enclosed, pets wel- insurance companies to submit tenders for the comprehensive insurance of the vehicles Situated on 8, 305 sq.ft. come $1,800.00 assigned to members of the Judiciary for the Financial Years April 1, 2020 to March 31, 2021 3) Warrens Price on request and April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022. St. Michael 3) Oldbury Terrace Multi-purpose building with 2) Belleville Main Road (for Executive style 2 bedroom, 2 2. The Judiciary’s portfolio currently comprises sixteen (16) vehicles. Contractors will be required parking commercial purposes) bathroom, fully furnished 15,700 sq.ft. to submit bids with respect to comprehensive insurance for the entire portfolio as one package Property on 24, 126 sq.ft. apartment $1,800.00 but detailing the premium for each vehicle. Rental rate to be negotiated $1.3 million Floor area - 7,008.41 sq.ft. 4) Maynards 3. Tender documents including Instructions to Tenderers and the Form of Tender may be 4) Lower Estate Spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 St. Michael bathroom house, $2,500.00 collected from the Cabinet Secretary, Cabinet Office, Government Headquarters, Bay Street, 15,000 sq.ft. OTHER PROPERTIES FOR St. Michael between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday. Modern Building SALE 5) Chancery Lane Price on request Furnished 2 bedroom apart- 4. Completed and signed tenders on the appropriate Form of Tender should be submitted in 1) Eagle Hall ment $1,400.00 sealed envelopes marked “Tender for the Comprehensive Insurance of sixteen (16) Vehicles 5) Disaster recovery facility Approx 23,000 sq. ft. of land for the Cabinet Office” and addressed to the Chairman of Tenders Committee, c/o Government in Lower Estate with buildings, in a prime 6) Mount Standfast Procurement Department, Holborn Circle, Fontabelle, St. Michael to reach her no later than Office #1 - 1,020 sq.ft. - main road position with park- 3 bedroom furnished house 4.30 pm Wednesday, February 19, 2020 . Tenders received after this time and date will be $4,800.00 per month + VAT ing $1,750,000.00 $2,700.00 Office #4 - 680 sq.ft. - considered late and will be returned unopened to the Tenderer. $3,800.00 per month + VAT 2) Cottage Heights Contact: Office #9 - 340 sq.ft. - 5. Tenders should be placed in the Tenders Box located at the Government Procurement 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom ex- HT Realty Department, Holborn Circle, Fontabelle, St. Michael. $2,000.00 per month + VAT ecutve style house on 7,738 230-4383 All inclusive of service sq.ft. $725,000.00 charge Nassar victims 6. The successful tenderer will be required to enter into a contract drawn up by or in a form Available immediately 3) Cane Vale approved by the Solicitor General or another legal officer in the Public Service approved by her Fairly new development with offered $215 mil and must provide surety for the performance of the contract by one of the following methods: 6) Green Hill a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom St. Michael house $550,000.00 to settle claims (a) by way of a deposit with the Government of Barbados of a sum of money or approved Standalone warehouse USA Gymnastics has sureties to the value of not less than 10 per cent of the contract price; or 7,224 sq.ft. - $10,000.00 per 4) Mangrove Park offered $215 million (194 month 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom million euros) to victims (b) by way of a bank or an accredited insurance company whose liability shall not be less Plus Service Charge house with a spacious 1 bed- of sexual abuse by than 10 per cent of the contract price. The cost of obtaining such a surety shall be the Available 1st February, 2020 room apartment $525,000.00 former national team responsibility of the contractor who need not specifically make arrangements for the doctor Larry Nassar to sureties unless and until his tender has been accepted. FOR SALE 5) Oakwood Park settle legal claims, a plan Houses 5,189 sq.ft. with a 3 bed- the attorney for more 7. TENDERERS SHOULD BE AWARE THAT THE LABOUR CLAUSES (PUBLIC room, 2 bathroom and home than 200 women called 1) Shrewsbury Gardens office $585,000.00 CONTRACTS) ACT, CAP. 349 SHALL, IN SO FAR AS APPLICABLE TO THE TENDER, St. Philip “unconscionable.” APPLY TO ANY CONTRACT MADE IN RESPECT OF THE TENDER. FULL DETAILS OF 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom The offer was unveiled THE CONDITIONS OF THE ACT, CAP. 349 MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE GOVERNMENT 6) Ealing Park Thursday in a 76-page $375,000.00 6,256 sq.ft. of land PRINTER, GOVERNMENT PRINTING DEPARTMENT, BAY STREET, ST. MICHAEL. $160,000.00 reorganization plan filed TENDERERS SHOULD SUBMIT THE CERTIFICATE REQUIRED BY PARAGRAPH 3 OF 2) Jackson by the US sport THE SCHEDULE TO THE ACT WITH THEIR TENDER. St. Michael 7) Warrens Terrace governing body with the 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Executive 2 bedroom, 2.5 US bankruptcy court for 8. All corporate tenderers must include with their tenders a copy of the company’s Articles of 8,700 sq.ft. bathroom townhouse, AC in the Southern District of Incorporation and Certificate of Incorporation as evidence of the fact that the company is an $427,000.00 bedrooms; nicely finished Indiana. existing registered company as at the date of the tender. Failure to provide the Certificate of $495,000.00 Olympic gymnasts are 3) Corner Lot Incorporation will render the tender void. The certificate must be in the name of the among more than 300 tenderer. Emerald City 8) Horsehill people who have sued St. Philip 58,000 sq.ft. with a large USA Gymnastics for 9. Please be advised that the Certificate of Incorporation referred to above means a Certificate of 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, house with a 2 bedroom built-in cupboards and failure to properly Incorporation issued under the 1985 Companies Act of Barbados or where applicable a apartment, excellent for con- safeguard them from kitchen version to an intimate bed Certificate of Continuance or a Certificate of Amalgamation or a Certificate of Amendment. $225,000.00 Nassar, who in 2018 was Certificates must be dated after December 31, 1984. and breakfast or retreat or sentenced to 40-125 rehailitation facility 4) Ealing Park $2,600,00.00 years in prison for 10. No tender will be considered unless it complies with the conditions set out in this tender letter. Christ Church abusing female gymnasts Fixer Upper OTHER PROPERTIES FOR while supposedly 11. The Government of Barbados does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any tender. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, treating them. 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22 • Monday February 3, 2020 The Barbados Advocate Djokovic wins eighth Australian crown MELBOURNE – Novak Djokovic en- he told reporters. “Could have gone a dif- dured a fierce challenge to his ferent way.” Melbourne Park reign before over- The Serb’s triumph meant tennis’ Big hauling Dominic Thiem 6-4 4-6 2-6 6- Three of Djokovic, Nadal and Roger 3 6-4 in a thriller yesterday to clinch Federer have now shared the last 13 ma- an eighth Australian Open crown jors between them – dating back to the and reclaim the world number one Swiss’s 2017 Melbourne win. ranking. Thiem was consigned to his third defeat Under siege for much of a riveting four- in a Grand Slam final following losses in hour slog, the defending champion found the last two French Open deciders to himself behind after three sets for the first Nadal. time in eight finals at Rod Laver Arena. But as he so often does, the steely-eyed Revenge soon Serb found a way to win, defying a crowd “Unreal what you are doing through all that was shamelessly behind the under- these years. You and two other guys have dog Austrian. brought men’s tennis to a completely new He captured the decisive break in the level,” the 26-year-old told Djokovic at the third game of the final set, then locked trophy ceremony. down the match to secure his 17th Grand “Well I fell a little bit short but I hope I Serbia’s Novak Djokovic celebrates with the trophy after winning his match Slam title as a tiring Thiem bowed out can get revenge soon.” against Austria’s Dominic Thiem. with guns blazing. While Thiem started heavy-legged after “This is definitely my favorite court, my needing a combined eight hours to beat Conceding the set with a terrible back- career. favorite stadium in the world and I am Nadal and Alexander Zverev in his previ- hand, a shellshocked Djokovic lost six It looked gloomy for Djokovic as an en- blessed to hold this trophy again,” said ous two matches, Djokovic charged out of games in a row as Thiem, blasting winners ergized Thiem took the third set, but the Djokovic after being handed the Norman the blocks to take the first set. virtually at will, roared to a 4-0 lead in the match turned again when the Austrian Brookes Challenge Cup by 2005 winner But the match turned on its head at third. double-faulted to concede two break Marat Safin. 4-4 in the second when he became flus- Djokovic appeared listless and sapped of points, then blasted a forehand long to Claiming the win when the fifth seed tered after being called twice for breach- energy, and he called for the trainer after fall 5-3 behind in the fourth. fired wide, Djokovic dropped his racket, ing the service clock. holding serve. But he underwent no treat- In a flash, Djokovic had served out the spread his arms wide and walked to the As he returned to his chair fuming, he ment and resumed after an exchange of set to love, sealing it with an ace. net in a subdued celebration. paused to sarcastically pat chair umpire words. Having spent about six hours more on It had easily been his toughest battle in Damien Dumusois’s sneaker, telling the He later left the court for a medical court than Djokovic at the tournament, a Melbourne decider since the near six- Frenchman: “Great job man, you made time-out which prompted tennis pundits the strain of a long campaign took its toll hour epic against Rafa Nadal in 2012. yourself famous in this match, especially to accuse him of gamesmanship, not for on Thiem – but he refused to crumble in “I was on the brink of losing the match,” for the second one. Well done.” the first time in the Serb’s decorated the fifth.

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P HOROSCOPES R O ARIES (March 21-April 19). You know S your weaknesses and limitations, and you A deal with them head on. This is why you N keep improving. Someone notices. You D could even be promoted for this. C TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Stellar re- O sults often come from positivity, optimism N and mental steadiness. But they can also S come from calamity, disaster and darkness. The key is not to discount any of your moods. Move through them instead. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Is it hearten- ing to know that you are someone's sun? With your position at the center of the sys- tem comes the responsibility of staying vi- Z brant and not disappearing for any long I amount of time. T S CANCER (June 22-July 22). Some things are only true because you believe them. Then there are things that are true regardless of whether you believe, interact with or ac- knowledge them at all. Luck comes from investing in that second category.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Providence speaks R to you through seemingly arbitrary out- E comes. You'll interpret the message better X when you believe it was meant for you; then assign lighthearted associations. M O VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Lateral moves R don't excite you. You crave improvement. G Change takes energy, and you don't want to A misplace your energy by putting it into N something that will make a difference that's not an improvement. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). When you de- cide to, for instance, leave the house at one time instead of another time, you are not thinking about changing history. And yet all P will be altered. Still, you make your choice H with conviction. That's confidence. A N SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You've mas- T tered the fine art of appearing to be carefree O and confident while inwardly chasing down exactly what you want. Certain people M around you feel how serious you are and will be duly impressed. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). It would be foolish to brush your shortcomings aside as if they didn't exist. When you claim them instead, you'll find the up side of the M flaw. Bonus: others will understand you bet- A ter and make your life easier, too. R Y

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). W Conventional types warn against "losing O yourself," but once you're into something, R you get so intensely focused that you can't T help but become the project. Your immersive H approach is what makes you great! Don't change. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You would like to be known and acknowledged for your M meaningful achievements, not for the meal O T you're about to eat. Do your choices regard- H ing social media reflect this? Either way, E you'll gather fans today. R

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). A rush of shy G energy is actually an invitation addressed to O whatever part of you feels smaller than the O situation. The invitation reads, "You belong! S Welcome! You're as much a part of this as E anyone else here!"

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Monday February 3, 2020 RESPECT GOD-GIVEN LIFE ONE local religious leader is urging Barbadians to respect the life that God has given them. Reverend Canon George Harewood at the St. Stephen’s Anglican Church told the congregation this during his sermon yesterday. He added that nothing in this world should take precedence over it. He said people must love and honour those that they come into contact with and live with. He also stressed that everyone was made to have a part of what God has provided for us and that it is not right to take a human’s life. Reverend Canon Harewood high- lighted that during the 1980s, people in Barbados had suggested that children should not be given toy guns because they would ultimately want to have the real thing and use them later on in life. “Life is always subjected to disrespect. Whenever there is selfishness and greed present – you can look out for trouble!” said Reverend Canon Harewood. He added that people must remember that no matter how developed our societies are, they will never be able to achieve their maximum potential if sacredness is lost. The religious leader said there is a need to make sure that there is sacredness wherever we find ourselves. Earlier in his sermon, Reverend Canon Harewood spoke of the sacred nature of life and the strong relationship God has with the world. “God will never leave us or forsake us,” said the local religious Reverend Canon George Harewood of St. Stephen’s Anglican Church believes Barbadians must learn to respect human leader. life.

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