Minister of Environment Trevor Prescod has issued a stern warning to persons who illegally dump waste around Barbados that if caught they will face the brunt of the law. The Minister said that perp...
The Ministry of Environment and National Beautification understands the plight of farmers especially in this water-scarce situation but refuses to support the cruelty displayed towards the green monke...
Government is taking steps to ensure the use of Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) and Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) is reduced. Speaking at the opening of a Regional Capacity Building Workshop on Produc...
The Ministry of Health and Wellness’ fogging programme continues this week in a number of parishes. On Monday, September 30, districts in St. George to be fogged are Charles Rowe Bridge, Paris...
Over the last week, the Ann Hill School remained closed so that a cleanup of its environs could take place. And, most of the activity was completed on Saturday, with work being carried out on the e...
Government is actively renegotiating the terms of its contract with the Sustainable Barbados Recycling Centre Inc. (SBRC) in hopes of lowering its $2 million per month bill. Prior to the roll...
The Ministry of Environment and National Beautification intends to execute a national clean-up campaign from as early as next week which will see almost 500 abandoned vehicles removed f...
Government is looking to establish a policy statement on chemical weapons, which will be followed by the requisite legislation to mitigate the threats of chemical hazards to Barbados. Minister of E...
Vendors at the Fairchild Street Market on River Road are calling on government to do more than just “talk” when it comes to addressing illegal dumping practices in the area. Ove...
For safety reasons, one of Barbados' South coast beaches will be kept closed. The Ministry of the Environment and Natural Beautification has issued a statement to advise the public that d...