List of government ministries of Barbados

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The Government of Barbados contains a number of government ministries which control and govern various aspects of the country. [1] Barbados currently has around 30 ministries, each with its appointed Minister. [2]

Current Structure of Government Ministries

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References

  1. "GOV.BB".
  2. "Sectors".
  3. "PM Mottley Announces New Look Cabinet". 26 May 2018.

https://www.gov.bb/government-main/directory/ministry-of-housing-and-lands/