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Pelican Desk is a digital newsletter publication that shares links to the best local news in Barbados. Subscribers get free access to the latest happenings and events in the island and in the Bajan diasporas around the world.

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Business Barbados: Barbados Budget 2026 Summaries

The 2026 budget was presented by Barbados’ Minister of Finance, the Honourable Ryan Straughn, MP on 16 March 2026. View summaries and analyses from Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG, PwC and Vistra.

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Barbados GIS: Barbados Government Launches Cost Of Living Cash Credit

The Government of Barbados is protecting its most vulnerable citizens, with the launch of the Cost of Living Cash Credit (COLCC).

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NationNews: Cohobblopot Returns for Crop Over 2026

The Minister with responsibility for culture Shane Archer has officially announced the return of Cohobblopot as part of the Crop Over Festival 2026 programme.  

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CBC: St. Augustine Anglican Church Seeking to Refurbish its Parish Hall

St. Augustine Anglican Church is seeking to refurbish its parish hall. The church will be raising funds through its upcoming St. Augustine Affair. 

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Barbados Revenue Authority: Tax Clinics Begin 04 April 2026

 The Barbados Revenue Authority will be hosting tax clinic throughout April 2026 to assist individuals with filing their personal income tax returns.

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