Plans needed for natural disasters

Given the uncertainties brought by changing weather patterns and the unpredictability of natural disasters, Barbados must ensure it has the necessary plans and resources to respond.

Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office, Senator Dr. Shantal Munro-Knight told the Senate the country must use all the tools in its arsenal to protect itself.

She says countries should not have to wait to borrow money or be forced to accept terms that might not be favourable after a disaster.

Senator Munro-Knight was at the time contributing to the debate on the Debt (Natural Disaster and Pandemic Deferment of Payment) (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2023.

She says these clauses will help the Government.

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