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Barbados records 432 new positive cases
Barbados recorded 432 new COVID-19 cases, 186 males and 246 females, from the 1,715 tests conducted on Monday, April 4, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory. The cases comprised 93 persons...
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Minister of Health to hold press conference at 6 pm
There will be a LIVE COVID-19 Update and Press Conference today at 6 p.m. updating the country on the recent spike in cases. The Guest are: Dr. The Most Honourable Kenneth George – Chief Medical...
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Digitisation of public service moving ahead
The public service must use the transformative potential of digital technology to change the way it does business, or be at the “double disadvantage” of being big and slow. Minister of Industry,...
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Officials stress need for vaccinations, boosters and mask wearing to counter...
There has been an almost 100 per cent increase in new COVID-19 cases recorded in Barbados overnight, but health officials say there is no need to panic. Indicating that the increase was likely due to...
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DLP turns focus on choosing new leader
Declaring that an offer of two seats in the Senate is “dead” as far as the Democratic Labour Party (DLP) is concerned, interim president Steve Blackett said the party has moved on and is now focused on...
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PSVs call again for ease on petroleum products to save the sector from collapse
The Alliance Owners of Public Transport is calling on the authorities to drop either the Value Added Tax or the excise tax on petroleum products for all public service vehicles as petrol costs continue...
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Former Harrison’s Cave workers call on company to deliver outstanding pensions
Nearly one-and-a-half years after Caves of Barbados Limited (CBL) terminated its approximate 60 workers and was placed under new management, some employees are still waiting to receive their pensions....
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Protocol breaches could be ticketed
People who flaunt the COVID-19 directives, especially those who refuse to wear masks in public spaces, may soon be dealt with by way of a ticketing system. This was revealed by Minister of Health and...
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No change to school as COVID-19 cases rise
Though Barbados has recorded a dramatic spike in new COVID cases, in-person classes at the island’s public and private schools can continue. This position comes from Deputy Chief Medical Officer Anton...
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New Barbados ID card to have mobile app
The new digital national identification card will have a mobile version, Minister of Industry, Innovation, Science and Technology Davidson Ishmael said on Tuesday, as he also disclosed that Government...
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Business opportunities expected with Speightstown jetty back in commission
Businesses in Speightstown stand to reap benefits from the restoration of the jetty in the area, Acting Minister of Tourism Kirk Humphrey has indicated. During the Speightstown Jetty Commissioning...
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Officials advised to pursue upmarket tourists in untapped destinations
Barbados should look to target wealthy persons in already defined source markets rather than seek out tourists from distant sources. That suggestion has been put forward by former Central Bank Governor...
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Professor suggests standard approach to counselling in local schools
A standardised approach to counselling is needed in the island’s public and private schools to meet the needs of students. That view was expressed on Tuesday by Professor of Education and Professor in...
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CXC to improve service to education stakeholders with new platform
The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) says its new Data Intelligence Gateway online platform will allow it to serve its regional stakeholders more efficiently. The new gateway is a central website...
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‘Trust of citizens key to digital transformation’
Gaining the trust of citizens will be critical as authorities in Barbados and the rest of the region complete their digital transformation. This assessment has come from Digital Services Leader for...
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Golden girl Griffith 100 in great health and spirit
By Anesta Henry Barbados’ newest Centenarian Sylvia Idalia Griffith who has perfect vision at her golden age reads fine print without glasses. In fact, she impressed President Dame Sandra Mason when...
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Public Notice: Bathrooms closed at Independence Square
The public is advised that the bathrooms at Independence Square are closed until Friday, April 8. This is to allow staff from the National Conservation Commission (NCC) to carry out urgent repairs to...
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FTC closed for remainder of week
The office of the Fair Trading Commission is closed for the remainder of the week. However, the staff will be working remotely and may be contacted at 424-0260, 266-5452/53, or info@ftc.gov.bb, for...
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Sage to host panel discussion on pension reform
Pension Reform, its fiscal, social, and economic implications, are expected to attract keen interest when the Senior Advisory Group for Excellence in Trade Unionism (SAGE) hosts a panel discussion on...
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Two women pass away from COVID-19
The number of COVID-19 deaths has risen after two women succumbed to the viral illness. One of them was 69 years old and passed away on Tuesday, April 5, while the other, who was 85 years old, died...
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