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Rebecca Bird
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Multimedia Journalist and News Editor, Freelance
Newcastle upon Tyne
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Biography
Rebecca Bird is an ethical multimedia journalist and experienced news editor with over 18 years of expertise across print, web, and radio in both the UK and the Caribbean. She owns and edits the news platforms Montserrat Focus and Anguilla Focus.
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By Rebecca Bird Verified| Anguilla Focus@ The budget allocated for developing five roads in Anguilla falls EC$3 million short of what is required, according to the infrastructure minister. The previous government set aside $7 million for this financial year, but José Vanterpool said at least $10 million is needed to complete the works. Speaking during a government press conference on Monday, 14 April, the minister said he had been receiving lots of questions from the public on the condition of the roads.
By Rebecca Bird Verified| Anguilla Focus@ Economic advisors from Barbados will be in Anguilla soon to review the government’s goods and services tax (GST) relief plan, according to Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge. If implemented, the plan, proposed by the Anguilla United Front during last year’s election campaign, will see the taxes cut across several sectors. The premier said members of the Caribbean Regional Technical Assistance Centre (CARTAC) will conduct a “wholesale review and a detailed assessment” over the coming weeks.
By Rebecca Bird Verified| Anguilla Focus@ The Anguilla Statistics Department has recorded a small reduction in inflation during the first three months of 2025. From January to March the rate dropped by 0.4% compared to the last quarter in 2024, according to the latest Anguilla Consumer Price Index. The document shows the rate at which the price of a basket of consumption goods and services changes over a period of time for the island’s households.
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Freelance
Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.
De Pere, Wisconsin, United States