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Morris tells Moore to focus on BWU
Veteran trade unionist Robert ‘Bobby’ Morris has called on the general secretary of the Barbados Workers’ Union (BWU), who is seeking to represent the St George North constituency, to pay more...
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Reifer urges voters to reject ‘pedigree politics’
The Democratic Labour Party (DLP) candidate in the St George North by-election Floyd Reifer has asked voters to send a strong message to the ruling Barbados Labour Party (BLP) and reject “pedigree...
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Mandatory boat licences coming
It will soon be mandatory for boats operating commercially in Barbados’ waters to be licensed, while leisure vessels must have the relevant documentation to show they are in good shape to be at sea....
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Females speak highly of PM and BLP St George North by-election candidate
In an effort to drum up more support for their first woman candidate for the St George North constituency, the ruling Barbados Labour Party (BLP) featured an all-female cast of speakers during a spot...
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BARVEN expects new market will be ready by next year
Progress on the Barbados Association of Retailers, Vendors, and Entrepreneurs (BARVEN)’s “upscale” vendors’ market is expected to be made early next year following delays brought on by the Covid-19...
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FundAccess and Trust Loan Fund failing small business sector – officials
Unacceptable. That is how two officials have classified Government’s treatment of the micro, small and medium-sized enterprise sector as businesses continue to struggle to stay afloat. Both Democratic...
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Legislation underway to allow for organ harvesting
Barbados is gearing up to become the centre for organ transplants in the Eastern Caribbean. The revelation has come from Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) Juliette...
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Son suffering seizures following police encounter, mother claims
An irate mother is alleging that police brutality has brought on her son’s suffering seizures. In an interview with Barbados TODAY, Melissa Walcott charged that since being hit in the head with a gun...
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The Red Foundation launches Walk the Talk
The Red Foundation is gearing up to give back to Barbadians this November through its virtual fundraiser, “Walk the Talk – Walk as One.” For four consecutive Sundays, starting November 8, 2020,...
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A safe, green space at Ashby Land
by Randy Bennett By the end of this week, residents of Ashby Land, Christ Church will have a greener, safer space in their community. As part of Phase 2 of the Ministry of the Environment and National...
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Pandemic song targets students
The Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training, in partnership with UNICEF and USAID, recently released the We’re Stronger Together jingle and music video to reinforce COVID-19...
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CTO highlights keys to rebuilding tourism during COVID-19
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) joins our member countries, allied and affiliate members and Caribbean tourism interests in celebrating Caribbean Tourism Month in November, reaffirming our...
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BMS says rainy weekend ahead for Barbados
The Barbados Meteorological Services cautions Barbadians to expect another rainy weekend in a weather information statement issued today. According to the forecasters, while the remainder of the week...
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Nurse remanded to Dodds
A St Michael man was remanded to HMP Dodds after appearing in the District ‘C’ Magistrates’ Court on gun and ammunition charges. He is Dymond Ramone Nurse,28, of Cumberbatch Road, Fairfield. Nurse was...
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Strong word to PSV
The Alliance Owners of Public Transport (AOPT) is disappointed that public service vehicle (PSV) workers are continuing to flout the COVID-19 protocols. The body’s marketing and communications officer...
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LIAT owes workers millions in severance
Hundreds of former LIAT employees are owed about EC$80 million (US$30 million) in severance payments but court-appointed administrator Cleveland Seaforth says they will not get it anytime in the near...
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More heavy rains coming
Heavy rains over the past week that have left several communities across Barbados still waterlogged appear set to return this weekend. In a weather information statement issued today, the Barbados...
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Major works planned to fix school buildings
Minister of Education Santia Bradshaw is promising there will be “substantial” rehabilitation work at primary schools next year during the annual summer maintenance programme. She gave the commitment...
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COVID-19 fallout too much for water operators to bear
by Anesta Henry Pleasure cruise and water sports operators are drowning in major losses as a result of the current economic climate, which has already led to four of them closing operations and two...
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New FBO opens
Barbados now has a new multimillion dollar aviation service facility for high net worth visitors which industry players predict will make this country a preferred destination for major investors,...
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