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BNA: Review ‘broken’ prison-Psychiatric Hospital transfer
Nurses are not trained as prison wardens or law enforcement officers, the head of the Barbados Nurses’ Association (BNA) has declared as she called for a review of the “broken system” of prisoner...
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Father says he had no one to keep his son while he drove PSV
The father of the four-year-old boy seen in a viral video conducting a ZR van last weekend, has publicly announced his regret for being irresponsible with his child’s care while he drove the public...
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Reverend Jeffrey Gibson to act as President
President, Her Excellency The Most Honourable Dame Sandra Mason will travel overseas on vacation leave, from Thursday, December 21, to Wednesday, January 3, 2024. During her absence, The Very Reverend...
View ArticleBarbados to get 10 000 kg of fruit, veg weekly from Suriname
By Sheria Brathwaite Suriname is well on its way to becoming a food hub for the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) as the region aims to slash its food import bill by one-quarter in two years – and Barbados...
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Barbados to get 10 000 kg of fruit, veg weekly from Suriname
By Sheria Brathwaite Suriname is well on its way to becoming a food hub for the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) as the region aims to slash its food import bill by one-quarter in two years – and Barbados...
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Praise as Surinam Airways inaugurates twice-weekly service
The new airlift opportunity between Suriname and Barbados is being heralded as a milestone between the two Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member states that will improve travel and business within the...
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Unoccupied lots should be filled first, says Senator
Real estate expert Andrew Mallalieu on Wednesday advised authorities to put a pause on the subdivision of land for residential plots. In his contribution to debate in the Senate on the Barbados...
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‘Green’ gas station moves closer to reality
Rum, sargassum and manure could prove a heady mix that could power vehicles in the island’s clean energy push as a Barbadian biotech firm partners with Barbados National Oil Company Ltd (BNOCL) to set...
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‘Missed opportunities’ to reap greater rewards from cricket, says John King
Barbados is sitting on a potential gold mine in Kensington Oval but according to Senator John King, the authorities are not using the collective wisdom available here to the full advantage. He has...
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Salvation Army serves Xmas lunch
After a three-year hiatus due to COVID-19 health restrictions, the Salvation Army held its annual Christmas luncheon at its Reed Street headquarters on Wednesday. Divisional Commander for the Salvation...
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Senators question KOMI loan guarantee
Two Independent senators have questioned the government’s guarantee of a $50 million loan from the Africa Import-Export Bank to upgrade Kensington Oval. Senators Andrew Mallalieu and Dr Kristina Hinds...
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St Michael man charged after building hump in road
A 53-year-old Black Rock, St Michael resident has been placed on a six-month bond to keep the peace after building a hump on the road in his neighbourhood to divert rainwater from his home. Leslie...
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Port extends hours amid cargo surge
The Bridgetown Port began extending its closing hours Thursday evening among other measures to ensure timely cargo deliveries amid a notable surge in volumes. From Thursday until Saturday, operating...
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More Bajans to get natural gas
Plans are in the pipeline to give more Barbadians access to natural gas. Minister of Energy and Business Development Senator Lisa Cummins revealed Wednesday that Cabinet has approved a project that...
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Thompson urges rights protection in new Physical Development Plan
In a firm stance on the changes to Barbados Physical Development Plan, Deputy President of the Senate Elizabeth Thompson has declared she will not be part of any trampling over individuals’ land...
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BTMI unveils ‘Feels Like Summer’ campaign
A holiday promotional campaign for Barbadian tourism has been launched to entice visitors to explore the island’s beauty and warmth by offering exclusive digital credits. As the Barbados Tourism...
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Paul warns against indiscriminate imports that could hurt sector
The government’s bid to bolster food security appeared to clash with the Barbados Agricultural Society (BAS) on Thursday as the head of the farmers group urged the Mia Mottley administration to shun...
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Dame Sandra speaks on robbery, appeals for more respect for elderly
President Dame Sandra Mason used her toast to the nation’s latest centenarian to urge younger Barbadians to engage more with their elders, not only to learn more about history but to develop respect...
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Tech degrees to be offered in TVET system overhaul
Minister of Education Kay McConney has unveiled plans for an overhaul of the nation’s technical and vocational education and training (TVET) system that would include the offering of technical degrees....
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Five honoured in AG’s anti-crime initiative
Five people have received awards for their acts of valour and civic duty from the Office of the Attorney General at an awards ceremony that unveiled the Gaining Stripes programme, which is aimed at...
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