316usman/thematic5a huggingface dataset:
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MEDIA RELEASE Antigua & Barbuda Social Security Board Long Street St. John’s, Antigua Email: socsec@socialsecurity.gov.ag AGE PENSION AMENDMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Antigua & Barbuda Social Security Board wishes to notify the public that effective 1st January 2021, the social security pensionable age has moved to 63 years.

Moreover, an amendment to the Age Benefit as per Gazette XXXVII (No.
81 of 2017) made way for age 60 to be kept as the age when pensions are first payable, with options to claim at any age between 60 years and the designated age as prescribed by the Schedule in The Social Security (Benefits) (Age Pensions and Grants) (Amendment) Regulations, 2013, S.I.

No.

16 of 2013.
No.

16 of 2013.

As a consequence, persons choosing to cease working after age 60 but before the designated pensionable age will have their pensions reduced by ½ percent for each month between the time the pension starts and the pensionable age at that time.

Hence, the age pension would be reduced by 6% for each year before the designated pensionable age.

For example, if the claimant decides to start pension at age 60 in 2021, the Social Security pensionable age would have moved to 63 years.
As such, the amount payable would be reduced by 18%, given that the claimant is 36 months younger than the designated pensionable age.

The minimum contribution requirement to qualify for Age Pension is 500 weeks for persons wishing to leave at age 60.

### T: (268)736-3000/1/2/3 ~~F: (268) 481-3090 ~~ E: socsec@socialsecurity.gov.ag ~~W: www.socialsecurity.gov.ag GROWING TO PROVIDE FOR YOU
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PRESS RELEASE News About: Call for an Entrepreneurship incubator: Export development and market opportunities in the handcraft sector.
Media Contact: Ayanna Baptiste 481-1006, Jacqueline Yearwood 481-1015 and Office 481- 1001 Application Open for Young Caribbean Entrepreneurs in the handcraft field within the cultural and creative industries The Antigua and Barbuda Investment Authority and the office of the Prime Minister’s Entrepreneurial Development Fund is pleased to announce that the Caribbean Export Development Agency in collaboration with UNESCO has launched an incubator initiative to support the Cultural and Creative industries.
Through this initiative, creative and scalable project ideas within the handcraft sub-sector of the Cultural and Creative Industries and in their early stages of generation, will be able to strengthen their export promotion skills, new market entry opportunities and regional network building.

The Entrepreneurship and Incubator component aims to strengthen capacities for the development of new cultural projects, self-employment and start-up/scale-up activities.
The innovative and entrepreneurial project development supported by the Programme will improve beneficiaries’ access to new knowledge, markets, management models and sources of funding.

During this six-week program, from August 2023 to early September 2023, participants will engage in a variety of enriching activities designed to enhance Artisans entrepreneurial skills.

The Application Process, Eligibility Criteria and Deadline for Submission Applications are now open and will close on July 31, 2023.
To apply, follow these steps.

Applicants should apply through this link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XZMFRTC to provide personal data, and information on their handcraft business and or entrepreneurship initiative/project.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Antigua & Barbuda Investment Authority No.

9 Factory Road • P. O.

Box 80 • (Sagicor Financial Centre) St. John’s • Antigua T: + 1 268 481-1000 • F: + 1 268 481-1020 • W: www.investantiguabarbuda.org 1.

Age: Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old.

2.
2.

Applicants must be citizens and permanent residents of Antigua & Barbuda.

3.

Professional requirements: young entrepreneurs with an early-stage business initiative /project within the handcraft field of the cultural and creative sector.

4.

At the time of application, candidates will also be asked to provide the following supporting documents: a.

Portfolio with evidence of work related to the handcraft field within the culture and creative industries sector.

b.

Digital copy of your ID or passport.


5.

The deadline for submitting the applications is 31 July 2023, at 23:59 Paris time (UTC +2h) Successful applicants will be notified no later than 18 August 2023.

Antigua & Barbuda Investment Authority No.

9 Factory Road • P. O.

Box 80 • (Sagicor Financial Centre) St. John’s • Antigua T: + 1 268 481-1000 • F: + 1 268 481-1020 • W: www.investantiguabarbuda.org
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Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1
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Preventing and treating depression as you get older Some of the life changes that come with Some of the life changes that come with ageing can cause depression.

If you think ageing can cause depression.

If you think you might be at risk, read on… you might be at risk, read on… What you can do What you can do • Keep up with activities that you enjoy and find alternatives for things that are no longer possible.

• Stay connected with friends and family.

• Eat at regular intervals and get enough sleep.


What you should know What you should know • Exercise regularly if you can – even if it’s just a short walk.

• Depression can happen to any of us as we age and is not a sign • Avoid or restrict alcohol intake and only take medicine as of weakness.

• It’s an illness characterized by persistent sadness and a loss of interest in activities that we normally enjoy, accompanied by difficulty carrying out daily activities.

prescribed by your health-care provider.


• If you think you may be depressed, talk to someone you trust about your feelings.

• Seek professional help – your local health-care worker or doctor • Depression among older people is often associated with is a good place to start.

physical conditions, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes or chronic pain; difficult life events, such as losing a loved one; and a reduced ability to do things that were possible when younger.
• People with depression also normally experience several of the following: a loss of energy; a change in appetite; sleeping more or less; anxiety; reduced concentration; indecisiveness; restlessness; feelings of worthlessness, guilt, or hopelessness; and thoughts of self-harm or suicide.

• Depression can be treated – with talking therapies, medication or both.

REMEMBER: Don’t lose hope and don’t be afraid to ask for help – there’s lots that can be done to prevent and treat depression.
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Living with someone with depression?

To see how you can help them, while also To see how you can help them, while also taking care of yourself, read on… taking care of yourself, read on… What you should know What you should know • Depression can happen to anyone and is not a sign of weakness.

• It’s an illness characterized by persistent sadness and a loss of interest in activities that you normally enjoy, accompanied by difficulty carrying out daily activities.
• People with depression also normally experience several of the following: loss of energy; change in appetite; sleeping more or less; anxiety; reduced concentration; indecisiveness; restlessness; feelings of worthlessness, guilt, or hopelessness; thoughts of self-harm or suicide.

• Depression can be treated.

Finding the best course of treatment depends on the severity of the condition.

• The support of friends and family helps people recover from depression.
What you can do What you can do • Make it clear that you want to help, listen without judgement, and offer support.

• Find out more about depression – talking to someone you know who has recovered or a local health worker are good places to start.

• Encourage them to seek professional help and offer to go with them to appointments.

• If they’re prescribed medication, help them remember to take it.

• Be patient – recovery can take time.


• Help them with everyday tasks and to have regular eating and sleeping patterns.

• Encourage regular exercise and social activities.

• But be mindful that trying to do too much can be stressful and make depression worse.

• Encourage them to focus on the positive, rather than the negative.

• If they’re thinking about self-harm, or have already intentionally harmed themselves, don’t leave them alone.
Seek help from the emergency services or a health-care professional.

And remove items such as medicines, sharp objects and firearms.

• Take care of yourself too.

Try to find ways to relax and continue doing things you enjoy.

REMEMBER: When you live with someone with depression, you can help them recover, but it’s important to look after yourself too.
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Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 5 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 5
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MEDIA RELEASE Issued: 3 September 2015 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES STANDING COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE & COMMUNICATIONS Chairman: Mrs J Prentice MP Deputy Chair: The Hon M Thistlethwaite MP Innovation builds productivity Mobile Laser Scanning (MLS) is one of the technology innovations being examined by the Infrastructure and Communications Committee as part of its Inquiry into the role of Smart ICT in the design and planning of infrastructure.
Tomorrow, the Committee will meet with representatives of BCE Surveying (a leader in MLS technology) to discuss the productivity benefits of technological innovation in the design and development of infrastructure.

According to BCE Surveying, the resources required for completing surveys using MLS are significantly less than traditionally required using conventional survey methods.
In their submission, BCE stated “Using traditional methods to survey a one square kilometre site would have taken up to 16 hours; while the MLS can complete the equivalent area in just 2 hours.
The savings in time, money and manpower have substantial productivity benefits to all parties involved.” Committee Chairman Jane Prentice MP (Ryan, Qld) said, “The work of organisations like BCE Surveying demonstrates the productivity benefits that can be achieved through using Smart ICT to design, build and manage infrastructure.” “Australia is potentially on the cusp of a major transformation in infrastructure design and development, but it is up to government and industry to ensure this opportunity is not lost,” she said.
Details of the hearing are as follows: Date: Time: Venue: Friday, 4 September 2015 9:30 am–10:30 am BCE Surveying, Molloy St, BUNBURY WA 9:30am BCE Surveying (Submission 26) The public hearing will be webcast live at http://www.aph.gov.au/live Further information on the Inquiry, including the full terms of reference and how to prepare a submission can be obtained from the Committee’s website at www.aph.gov.au/ic or from the Secretariat on (02) 6277 2352.
For media comment: please contact the Committee Chairman, (07) 3378 1599 Further information: contact the Inquiry Secretary (02) 6277 2352, email ic.reps@aph.gov.au or visit the Committee’s webpage at www.aph.gov.au/ic PO BOX 6021 PARLIAMENT HOUSE CANBERRA ACT 2600 T: 02 6277 2352 F: 02 6277 2219 E: ic.reps@aph.gov.au W: www.aph.gov.au/ic
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Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 21 Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 21
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Innovation Patents and Australia’s Future Prosperity Submission by John Gibbs to the Senate Economics Committee Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Chart 1: Rising Dominance of China Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Chart 2: Huawei dominates International patent applications Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Patent Applications in China Chart 3: Second tier (utility) applications lead China’s growth 1800000 1600000 1400000 1200000 1000000 800000 600000 400000 200000 0 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Standard Utility Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Australian Standard Patents 25000 20000 15000 10000 5000 0 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 resident foreign Chart 4: Australian Standard Patents Granted to Locals and Foreigners Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Chart 5: Success Rates for Local and Foreign Applicants Australian Applicants Foreign Applicants granted 33% granted 54% not granted 67% not granted 46% Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Australia Innovation Patents 1200 1000 800 600 400 200 0 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 resident foreign Chart 6: Australian Innovation Patents Granted to Locals and Foreigners Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Patents Granted to Australian Residents 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 800 600 400 200 0 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 standard innovation Chart 7: Australian Patents Granted to Australian Residents Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Chart 8: Australians’ Pitiful Rate of Seeking Patent Protection 25.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 5.00 0.00 Resident Patent Applications, per 10,000 Residents 21.11 10.00 8.98 2.82 2.12 1.44 China Germany USA UK New Zealand Australia Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission
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Resolution Authorizing the Ratification by Belize of the Multilateral Convention to Implement Tax Treaty Measures to Prevent Base Erosion and Profit Shifting Motion, 2022.
WHEREAS, the Multilateral Convention to Implement Tax Treaty Measures to Prevent Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (hereafter “the Convention”) was adopted in Paris, France, on 24th November 2016, and signed by the Government of Belize on 11th January 2019, with a provisional list of expected reservations and notifications; AND WHEREAS, the Convention intends to ensure that existing agreements for the avoidance of double taxation on income are interpreted to eliminate double taxation with respect to the taxes covered by those agreements without creating opportunities for non-taxation or reduced taxation through tax evasion or avoidance and to provide an effective mechanism to implement agreed changes in a synchronised and efficient manner across the network of existing agreements for the avoidance of double taxation on income without the need to bilaterally renegotiate each such agreement; AND WHEREAS, Belize is presently a Party to agreements for the avoidance of double taxation on income that are in force with the following Parties to the Convention – Austria, Canada, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom – and some or all of which may be affected upon entry into force of the Convention in Belize; AND WHEREAS, section 61A(2)(a) of the Belize Constitution, as amended by the Belize Constitution (Sixth Amendment) Act (No.
13 of 2008), provides that the Senate shall authorize the ratification of any agreement by the Government of Belize; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Senate authorizes the Government of Belize to ratify the Multilateral Convention to Implement Tax Treaty Measures to Prevent Base Erosion and Profit Shifting, a full text of which is hereto annexed.
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BELIZE: CONTRACTOR-GENERAL (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2019 ARRANGEMENT OF SECTIONS 1.

2.

Short title.

Amendment of section 8.

No.

19] Contractor-General 241 No.

19 of 2019 I assent, (SIR COLVILLE N. YOUNG) Governor-General 11th October, 2019.
AN ACT to amend the Contractor-General Act, Chapter 6 of the Substantive Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011, to remove the restriction on the eligibility for appointment in the public service after holding office as the Contractor- General; and to provide for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.

(Gazetted 12th October, 2019).

BE IT ENACTED, by and with the advice and consent of the House of Representatives and Senate of Belize and by the authority of the same, as follows: 1.
This Act may be cited as the CONTRACTOR-GENERAL (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2019, Short title and construction.

242 CAP.

6.

Contractor-General [No.

19 and shall be read and construed as one with the Contractor- General Act, which is hereinafter referred to as the principal Act.

Amendment of section 8.

2.

The principal Act is amended by repealing section 8 and substituting the following– “8.
A person appointed as Contractor-General shall– (a) (b) be a full-time officer; and not be employed in any other capacity during any period in which that person holds office as Contractor-General.”.

Printed in Belize by the Government Printer
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BELIZE No.

HR41/1/12 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, 14 th August 2020 10:00 A.M. ­*­ ­*­ ­*­ ORDERS OF THE DAY 1.

6.

Prayers.

Paper.

No.

HR277/1/12 ­ Supplementary Appropriation (No.3) Schedule for Fiscal Year 2020/2021.

(The Right Honourable Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Labour, Local Government, Rural Development, Energy, Public Utilities, Public Service and Elections and Boundaries) 12.

Introduction of Bills.

1.

General Revenue (2020/2021) (No.3) Bill, 2020.


Supplementary Appropriation Bill for an Act to appropriate further sums of money for the use of the Public Service of Belize for the financial year ending on the thirty­first day of March, two thousand and twenty­one.

2.

Crime Control and Criminal Justice (Amendment) Bill, 2020.
Bill for an Act to amend the Crime Control and Criminal Justice Act, Chapter 102 of the Substantive Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011; to expand the offences for which a Magistrate shall not grant bail; and to provide for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.

2 3.

Customs Regulation (Amendment) Bill, 2020.


Bill for an Act to amend the Customs Regulation Act, Chapter 49 of the Substantive Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011; to remove the imposition of a fine as a penalty for certain offences and replace it with mandatory imprisonment; and to provide for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.

4.

Labour (Amendment) Bill, 2020.


Bill for an Act to amend the Labour Act, Chapter 297 of the Substantive Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011; to provide for employers to reduce wages where the working hours of an employee have been reduced in special circumstances, to provide for leave of absence without pay in special circumstances; to provide for exemptions from the period of night rest; and to provide for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
(The Right Honourable Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Labour, Local Government, Rural Development, Energy, Public Utilities, Public Service and Elections and Boundaries) 13.

Motions relating to the Business or Sittings of the House.
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MEDIA RELEASE Antigua & Barbuda Social Security Board Long Street St. John’s, Antigua Email: socsec@socialsecurity.gov.ag AGE PENSION AMENDMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Antigua & Barbuda Social Security Board wishes to notify the public that effective 1st January 2021, the social security pensionable age has moved to 63 years.

Moreover, an amendment to the Age Benefit as per Gazette XXXVII (No.
81 of 2017) made way for age 60 to be kept as the age when pensions are first payable, with options to claim at any age between 60 years and the designated age as prescribed by the Schedule in The Social Security (Benefits) (Age Pensions and Grants) (Amendment) Regulations, 2013, S.I.

No.

16 of 2013.
No.

16 of 2013.

As a consequence, persons choosing to cease working after age 60 but before the designated pensionable age will have their pensions reduced by ½ percent for each month between the time the pension starts and the pensionable age at that time.

Hence, the age pension would be reduced by 6% for each year before the designated pensionable age.

For example, if the claimant decides to start pension at age 60 in 2021, the Social Security pensionable age would have moved to 63 years.
As such, the amount payable would be reduced by 18%, given that the claimant is 36 months younger than the designated pensionable age.

The minimum contribution requirement to qualify for Age Pension is 500 weeks for persons wishing to leave at age 60.

### T: (268)736-3000/1/2/3 ~~F: (268) 481-3090 ~~ E: socsec@socialsecurity.gov.ag ~~W: www.socialsecurity.gov.ag GROWING TO PROVIDE FOR YOU
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PRESS RELEASE News About: Call for an Entrepreneurship incubator: Export development and market opportunities in the handcraft sector.
Media Contact: Ayanna Baptiste 481-1006, Jacqueline Yearwood 481-1015 and Office 481- 1001 Application Open for Young Caribbean Entrepreneurs in the handcraft field within the cultural and creative industries The Antigua and Barbuda Investment Authority and the office of the Prime Minister’s Entrepreneurial Development Fund is pleased to announce that the Caribbean Export Development Agency in collaboration with UNESCO has launched an incubator initiative to support the Cultural and Creative industries.
Through this initiative, creative and scalable project ideas within the handcraft sub-sector of the Cultural and Creative Industries and in their early stages of generation, will be able to strengthen their export promotion skills, new market entry opportunities and regional network building.

The Entrepreneurship and Incubator component aims to strengthen capacities for the development of new cultural projects, self-employment and start-up/scale-up activities.
The innovative and entrepreneurial project development supported by the Programme will improve beneficiaries’ access to new knowledge, markets, management models and sources of funding.

During this six-week program, from August 2023 to early September 2023, participants will engage in a variety of enriching activities designed to enhance Artisans entrepreneurial skills.

The Application Process, Eligibility Criteria and Deadline for Submission Applications are now open and will close on July 31, 2023.
To apply, follow these steps.

Applicants should apply through this link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XZMFRTC to provide personal data, and information on their handcraft business and or entrepreneurship initiative/project.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Antigua & Barbuda Investment Authority No.

9 Factory Road • P. O.

Box 80 • (Sagicor Financial Centre) St. John’s • Antigua T: + 1 268 481-1000 • F: + 1 268 481-1020 • W: www.investantiguabarbuda.org 1.

Age: Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old.

2.
2.

Applicants must be citizens and permanent residents of Antigua & Barbuda.

3.

Professional requirements: young entrepreneurs with an early-stage business initiative /project within the handcraft field of the cultural and creative sector.

4.

At the time of application, candidates will also be asked to provide the following supporting documents: a.

Portfolio with evidence of work related to the handcraft field within the culture and creative industries sector.

b.

Digital copy of your ID or passport.


5.

The deadline for submitting the applications is 31 July 2023, at 23:59 Paris time (UTC +2h) Successful applicants will be notified no later than 18 August 2023.

Antigua & Barbuda Investment Authority No.

9 Factory Road • P. O.

Box 80 • (Sagicor Financial Centre) St. John’s • Antigua T: + 1 268 481-1000 • F: + 1 268 481-1020 • W: www.investantiguabarbuda.org
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Preventing and treating depression as you get older Some of the life changes that come with Some of the life changes that come with ageing can cause depression.

If you think ageing can cause depression.

If you think you might be at risk, read on… you might be at risk, read on… What you can do What you can do • Keep up with activities that you enjoy and find alternatives for things that are no longer possible.

• Stay connected with friends and family.

• Eat at regular intervals and get enough sleep.


What you should know What you should know • Exercise regularly if you can – even if it’s just a short walk.

• Depression can happen to any of us as we age and is not a sign • Avoid or restrict alcohol intake and only take medicine as of weakness.

• It’s an illness characterized by persistent sadness and a loss of interest in activities that we normally enjoy, accompanied by difficulty carrying out daily activities.

prescribed by your health-care provider.


• If you think you may be depressed, talk to someone you trust about your feelings.

• Seek professional help – your local health-care worker or doctor • Depression among older people is often associated with is a good place to start.

physical conditions, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes or chronic pain; difficult life events, such as losing a loved one; and a reduced ability to do things that were possible when younger.
• People with depression also normally experience several of the following: a loss of energy; a change in appetite; sleeping more or less; anxiety; reduced concentration; indecisiveness; restlessness; feelings of worthlessness, guilt, or hopelessness; and thoughts of self-harm or suicide.

• Depression can be treated – with talking therapies, medication or both.

REMEMBER: Don’t lose hope and don’t be afraid to ask for help – there’s lots that can be done to prevent and treat depression.
Source document: https://docs-lawep.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/1694819286074.pdf (Antigua and Barbuda)
Living with someone with depression?

To see how you can help them, while also To see how you can help them, while also taking care of yourself, read on… taking care of yourself, read on… What you should know What you should know • Depression can happen to anyone and is not a sign of weakness.

• It’s an illness characterized by persistent sadness and a loss of interest in activities that you normally enjoy, accompanied by difficulty carrying out daily activities.
• People with depression also normally experience several of the following: loss of energy; change in appetite; sleeping more or less; anxiety; reduced concentration; indecisiveness; restlessness; feelings of worthlessness, guilt, or hopelessness; thoughts of self-harm or suicide.

• Depression can be treated.

Finding the best course of treatment depends on the severity of the condition.

• The support of friends and family helps people recover from depression.
What you can do What you can do • Make it clear that you want to help, listen without judgement, and offer support.

• Find out more about depression – talking to someone you know who has recovered or a local health worker are good places to start.

• Encourage them to seek professional help and offer to go with them to appointments.

• If they’re prescribed medication, help them remember to take it.

• Be patient – recovery can take time.


• Help them with everyday tasks and to have regular eating and sleeping patterns.

• Encourage regular exercise and social activities.

• But be mindful that trying to do too much can be stressful and make depression worse.

• Encourage them to focus on the positive, rather than the negative.

• If they’re thinking about self-harm, or have already intentionally harmed themselves, don’t leave them alone.
Seek help from the emergency services or a health-care professional.

And remove items such as medicines, sharp objects and firearms.

• Take care of yourself too.

Try to find ways to relax and continue doing things you enjoy.

REMEMBER: When you live with someone with depression, you can help them recover, but it’s important to look after yourself too.
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Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 2 - Attachment 1
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Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 5 Role of public transport in delivering productivity outcomesSubmission 5
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MEDIA RELEASE Issued: 3 September 2015 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES STANDING COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE & COMMUNICATIONS Chairman: Mrs J Prentice MP Deputy Chair: The Hon M Thistlethwaite MP Innovation builds productivity Mobile Laser Scanning (MLS) is one of the technology innovations being examined by the Infrastructure and Communications Committee as part of its Inquiry into the role of Smart ICT in the design and planning of infrastructure.
Tomorrow, the Committee will meet with representatives of BCE Surveying (a leader in MLS technology) to discuss the productivity benefits of technological innovation in the design and development of infrastructure.

According to BCE Surveying, the resources required for completing surveys using MLS are significantly less than traditionally required using conventional survey methods.
In their submission, BCE stated “Using traditional methods to survey a one square kilometre site would have taken up to 16 hours; while the MLS can complete the equivalent area in just 2 hours.
The savings in time, money and manpower have substantial productivity benefits to all parties involved.” Committee Chairman Jane Prentice MP (Ryan, Qld) said, “The work of organisations like BCE Surveying demonstrates the productivity benefits that can be achieved through using Smart ICT to design, build and manage infrastructure.” “Australia is potentially on the cusp of a major transformation in infrastructure design and development, but it is up to government and industry to ensure this opportunity is not lost,” she said.
Details of the hearing are as follows: Date: Time: Venue: Friday, 4 September 2015 9:30 am–10:30 am BCE Surveying, Molloy St, BUNBURY WA 9:30am BCE Surveying (Submission 26) The public hearing will be webcast live at http://www.aph.gov.au/live Further information on the Inquiry, including the full terms of reference and how to prepare a submission can be obtained from the Committee’s website at www.aph.gov.au/ic or from the Secretariat on (02) 6277 2352.
For media comment: please contact the Committee Chairman, (07) 3378 1599 Further information: contact the Inquiry Secretary (02) 6277 2352, email ic.reps@aph.gov.au or visit the Committee’s webpage at www.aph.gov.au/ic PO BOX 6021 PARLIAMENT HOUSE CANBERRA ACT 2600 T: 02 6277 2352 F: 02 6277 2219 E: ic.reps@aph.gov.au W: www.aph.gov.au/ic
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Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 21 Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 21
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Innovation Patents and Australia’s Future Prosperity Submission by John Gibbs to the Senate Economics Committee Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Chart 1: Rising Dominance of China Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Chart 2: Huawei dominates International patent applications Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Patent Applications in China Chart 3: Second tier (utility) applications lead China’s growth 1800000 1600000 1400000 1200000 1000000 800000 600000 400000 200000 0 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Standard Utility Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Australian Standard Patents 25000 20000 15000 10000 5000 0 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 resident foreign Chart 4: Australian Standard Patents Granted to Locals and Foreigners Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Chart 5: Success Rates for Local and Foreign Applicants Australian Applicants Foreign Applicants granted 33% granted 54% not granted 67% not granted 46% Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Australia Innovation Patents 1200 1000 800 600 400 200 0 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 resident foreign Chart 6: Australian Innovation Patents Granted to Locals and Foreigners Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Patents Granted to Australian Residents 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 800 600 400 200 0 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 standard innovation Chart 7: Australian Patents Granted to Australian Residents Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission Chart 8: Australians’ Pitiful Rate of Seeking Patent Protection 25.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 5.00 0.00 Resident Patent Applications, per 10,000 Residents 21.11 10.00 8.98 2.82 2.12 1.44 China Germany USA UK New Zealand Australia Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Productivity Commission Response Part 2 and Other Measures) Bill 2019Submission 4 - Supplementary Submission
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No.

FIN/OSR/ In replying please quote this number MINISTRY OF FINANCE P.O.

BOX N-3017 TELEX 20-255 FAX: (242) 327-1766 (242) 327-1618 TEL: (242) 327-1530/9 NASSAU, BAHAMAS APPLICATION FOR RAW MATERIAL/SUPPLIES TO BE IMPORTED AT A REDUCED RATE OF DUTY (Please support with documentation, and kindly note that this Approval is for multiple uses during the period approved as stated below.)

QUANTITY DESCRIPTION $VALUES X This approval is VALID for from date of approval.

(for) Financial Secretary
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Resolution Authorizing the Ratification by Belize of the Multilateral Convention to Implement Tax Treaty Measures to Prevent Base Erosion and Profit Shifting Motion, 2022.
WHEREAS, the Multilateral Convention to Implement Tax Treaty Measures to Prevent Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (hereafter “the Convention”) was adopted in Paris, France, on 24th November 2016, and signed by the Government of Belize on 11th January 2019, with a provisional list of expected reservations and notifications; AND WHEREAS, the Convention intends to ensure that existing agreements for the avoidance of double taxation on income are interpreted to eliminate double taxation with respect to the taxes covered by those agreements without creating opportunities for non-taxation or reduced taxation through tax evasion or avoidance and to provide an effective mechanism to implement agreed changes in a synchronised and efficient manner across the network of existing agreements for the avoidance of double taxation on income without the need to bilaterally renegotiate each such agreement; AND WHEREAS, Belize is presently a Party to agreements for the avoidance of double taxation on income that are in force with the following Parties to the Convention – Austria, Canada, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom – and some or all of which may be affected upon entry into force of the Convention in Belize; AND WHEREAS, section 61A(2)(a) of the Belize Constitution, as amended by the Belize Constitution (Sixth Amendment) Act (No.
13 of 2008), provides that the Senate shall authorize the ratification of any agreement by the Government of Belize; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Senate authorizes the Government of Belize to ratify the Multilateral Convention to Implement Tax Treaty Measures to Prevent Base Erosion and Profit Shifting, a full text of which is hereto annexed.
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BELIZE: CONTRACTOR-GENERAL (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2019 ARRANGEMENT OF SECTIONS 1.

2.

Short title.

Amendment of section 8.

No.

19] Contractor-General 241 No.

19 of 2019 I assent, (SIR COLVILLE N. YOUNG) Governor-General 11th October, 2019.
AN ACT to amend the Contractor-General Act, Chapter 6 of the Substantive Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011, to remove the restriction on the eligibility for appointment in the public service after holding office as the Contractor- General; and to provide for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.

(Gazetted 12th October, 2019).

BE IT ENACTED, by and with the advice and consent of the House of Representatives and Senate of Belize and by the authority of the same, as follows: 1.
This Act may be cited as the CONTRACTOR-GENERAL (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2019, Short title and construction.

242 CAP.

6.

Contractor-General [No.

19 and shall be read and construed as one with the Contractor- General Act, which is hereinafter referred to as the principal Act.

Amendment of section 8.

2.

The principal Act is amended by repealing section 8 and substituting the following– “8.
A person appointed as Contractor-General shall– (a) (b) be a full-time officer; and not be employed in any other capacity during any period in which that person holds office as Contractor-General.”.

Printed in Belize by the Government Printer
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BELIZE No.

HR41/1/12 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, 14 th August 2020 10:00 A.M. ­*­ ­*­ ­*­ ORDERS OF THE DAY 1.

6.

Prayers.

Paper.

No.

HR277/1/12 ­ Supplementary Appropriation (No.3) Schedule for Fiscal Year 2020/2021.

(The Right Honourable Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Labour, Local Government, Rural Development, Energy, Public Utilities, Public Service and Elections and Boundaries) 12.

Introduction of Bills.

1.

General Revenue (2020/2021) (No.3) Bill, 2020.


Supplementary Appropriation Bill for an Act to appropriate further sums of money for the use of the Public Service of Belize for the financial year ending on the thirty­first day of March, two thousand and twenty­one.

2.

Crime Control and Criminal Justice (Amendment) Bill, 2020.
Bill for an Act to amend the Crime Control and Criminal Justice Act, Chapter 102 of the Substantive Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011; to expand the offences for which a Magistrate shall not grant bail; and to provide for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.

2 3.

Customs Regulation (Amendment) Bill, 2020.


Bill for an Act to amend the Customs Regulation Act, Chapter 49 of the Substantive Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011; to remove the imposition of a fine as a penalty for certain offences and replace it with mandatory imprisonment; and to provide for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.

4.

Labour (Amendment) Bill, 2020.


Bill for an Act to amend the Labour Act, Chapter 297 of the Substantive Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011; to provide for employers to reduce wages where the working hours of an employee have been reduced in special circumstances, to provide for leave of absence without pay in special circumstances; to provide for exemptions from the period of night rest; and to provide for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
(The Right Honourable Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Labour, Local Government, Rural Development, Energy, Public Utilities, Public Service and Elections and Boundaries) 13.

Motions relating to the Business or Sittings of the House.
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MEMBERS OF PARLIAMENT GOVERNMENT OPPOSITION Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Aﬀ airs, Climate Change, Environment, Civil Service, Information, Public Enterprises and Veteran Aﬀ airs Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance and Strategic Planning, National Development and Statistics Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Co- operatives and Small and Medium Enterprises, and Communications Minister for Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation Minister for Home Aﬀ airs and Immigration Minister for Education Minister for Health and Medical Services Minister for iTaukei Aﬀ airs and Culture, Heritage and Arts Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources Minister for Public Works and Meteorological Services, and Transport Minister for Rural and Maritime Development, and Disaster Management Minister for Employment, Productivity and Industrial Relations Minister for Agriculture and Waterways Minister for Housing and Local Government Minister for Multi-Ethnic Aﬀ airs and Sugar Industry Minister for Youth and Sports Minister for Fisheries and Forestry Assistant Minister in the Oﬃ ce of the Prime Minister Assistant Minister for Finance Assistant Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation Assistant Minister for Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation Assistant Minister for Home Aﬀ airs Assistant Minister for Education Assistant Minister for iTaukei Aﬀ airs Assistant Minister for Rural and Maritime Development, and Disaster Management Assistant Minister for Agriculture and Waterways Deputy Speaker and Assistant Minister for Foreign Aﬀ airs : www.parliament.gov.fj : info@parliament.gov.fj : fi jiparliament : fi jiparliament : fi jiparliament : fi jiparliament JUNE, 2023