The Government of Barbados begins its financial year on April 1. However, for some time now, officials have been concerned that the calendar and financial years do not coincide. In an executive decision made today, the financial and calendar years will be brought together with immediate effect. As the calendar year is already under way the Government will make a transitional arrangement for the rest of 2009. To that effect, from today, April 1 will be regarded as January 1 for transactions with the Government, and this will be reflected in all official documents henceforth. This arrangement will last for nine months so that from January 1, 2010, the financial and calendar years can truly coincide.The Government realises that this change is abrupt and may cause some disruptions. However, they are prepared to be understanding and deal with all queries. Those who feel that they need further help may call the Government Online Transition Year Authority Hot-line (G.O.T.Y.A.H.) on 426 264 3468 or (I-A-M-A-N-I-D-I-O-T on your keypad).
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