Recent Consumer Tips

Plastic Ban Consumer Tips

30Dec2019

With the January 1st 2020 plastic ban just days away, local consumers should take note of the following tips: Come January 1, 2020 businesses will not be able to import any of the forbidden items into the country. Businesses will charge customers between $0.25 to $1.00 for plastic bags. This

07Oct2019

By Lavade Darling | Leave a comment

Plastic Bag Levy Warning for Bahamian Consumers

Consumers have been warned that Bahamian businesses will be required to charge them a minimum 25 cents per bag for using single-use plastic bags from January 1, 2020. The levy is mandatory under Section 8 of the Environmental Protection (Control of Plastic Pollution) Bill 2019. The Bill was

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Online Safety Tips for Older Adults

05May2017

By Lavade Darling | 8 Comments

Going online lets you keep learning, connect with friends and family and play games. Just as you fasten your seat belt before driving, take precautions before using the Internet to be sure you are safe and secure. The first step is to STOP. THINK. CONNECT. Take safety measures, think about