Paula Lindo Thursday 14 May 2020 The covid19 crisis has affected economies worldwide, leaving people without work in many cases due to stay-at-home measures, lockdowns and other measures to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus. Credit unions in the Caribbean have put several responses in place to cater to the needs of their members. During … Continue reading
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Govt to spend $6b on covid19 relief (May 13, 2020)
Paula Lindo Wednesday 13 May 2020 PAULA LINDO AND NARISSA FRASER Finance Minister Colm Imbert said government is projecting a total expenditure of $6 billion on covid19 relief and other needs between now and September. He said $934 million had been spent to date on covid19 relief. He broke down spending by various ministries and departments, … Continue reading
UNC: Government too aggressive over covid19 (April 15, 2020)
Paula Lindo Wednesday 15 April 2020 The United National Congress (UNC) finds it disturbing that Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh “continues to attack” anyone who questions the government’s handling of the covid19 pandemic. In a release, the Opposition said the tone of the government’s press conferences is becoming more aggressive and political when faced with valid questions … Continue reading