December 16, 2020
Barbadians from all walks of life along with some non-nationals will next month receive national awards plus a one-time financial grant as a reward for bravery on the frontline of the coronavirus pandemic, Prime Minister Mia Mottley disclosed on Tuesday.
Acknowledging the fight against the disease is far from over, Mottley told fellow legislators that many went above and beyond the call to duty and that it is Government’s judgement that rather than wait for a special occasion like Heroes’ Day, these workers need “the extra wind in your sail”.
In tabling two pieces of legislation, the
Barbados Humanitarian Service Award Bill and the Gold Award of Achievement (Amendment) Bill, Mottley said that an added feature will be a cash payment accompanying each award.