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<p>The Government of Barbados is continuing to develop its plans to celebrate the
country’s 50th Anniversary of Independence. The Government has been working closely
with the Government of Barbados to ensure that our close and long-standing relationship
is reflected fully in those celebrations both in Barbados and in the UK.</p><p>Barbados
achieved independence from Britain on November 30th 1966. The anniversary is celebrated
as Independence Day and is a national holiday in Barbados. Independence celebrations
run throughout the month of November and include sports competitions, fairs, community
events and religious services. For the 50th anniversary, Barbados has also announced
a year of celebration with a number of events taking place over the next 12 months,
beginning on 6 January 2016 with a parade through Bridgetown. Details of the full
programme of events are still being finalised, and the Foreign Office remains in close
contact with the High Commission in London and the Government in Bridgetown as plans
progress.</p>
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