Politics
November 19, 2023
Local Group Calls for Barbados to Suspend Diplomatic Ties with Israel Amidst Pro-Palestine Demonstration
A local pro-Palestine group in Barbados organized a demonstration with over 300 participants, urging their country to suspend diplomatic ties with Israel until international humanitarian laws are upheld.
November 19, 2023
Opposition Leader Calls for Revocation of Senator Appointment in Dominica
Jesma Paul Victor, the leader of Dominica's main opposition party, has called for the revocation of Sean Douglas's appointment as a senator, citing breach of trust and disregard for collective responsibility. Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit has condemned the attacks against the opposition leader.
November 19, 2023
Barbados Bar Association Proposes Tough New Laws to Regulate Lawyers, Addressing Theft and Misconduct
"The Barbados Bar Association anticipates the implementation of new laws governing lawyers, emphasizing the importance of discouraging theft from clients and maintaining the reputation of the legal profession and Barbados as a business jurisdiction."
November 19, 2023
Barbados Government Allocates US$150 Million for Development Projects: Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley Announces Funding from Saudi Development Fund
The Barbadian government will use $150 million from the Saudi Development Fund to improve water-borne facilities, housing, polyclinics, and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Prime Minister Mottley announced the investment at a press conference.
November 17, 2023
British-Palestinian Surgeon Forced to Evacuate Last Fully Functioning Hospital in Gaza City Due to Israeli Attacks
"Amid Israeli tank fire and a shortage of supplies, British-Palestinian surgeon Ghassan Abu Sitta is forced to leave Gaza City's last functioning hospital, leaving hundreds of wounded without access to surgery."
November 17, 2023
Enhancing Barbados-USA Relations: Minister of Foreign Affairs and U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary Hold Talks
Senior officials from Barbados and the United States held talks to enhance their relationship. Discussions covered economic prosperity, climate crisis, cyber security, firearms tracking, and other related matters.
November 17, 2023
Parents Express Concerns Over Government's Junior College Proposal at Education Transformation Consultation
Learn about the concerns of some parents regarding the government's proposed introduction of junior colleges of excellence and their doubts about the cost and impact of the education reform process.
November 16, 2023
Saudi Arabia-CARICOM Summit Aims to Strengthen Partnerships and Promote Trade and Investment
The Riyadh summit between Saudi Arabia and CARICOM aims to strengthen partnerships and collaboration, with a focus on trade and investment, as outlined in their Joint Action Plan. The summit is co-chaired by Mohammed bin Salman and Roosevelt Skerrit.
November 16, 2023
Barbados Revenue Authority Workers Continue Industrial Action Over Grievances, Unity Workers' Union Confirms
Workers at Barbados Revenue Authority (BRA) participate in a sick-out sanctioned by Unity Workers’ Union (UWU), demanding prompt resolution of staff grievances. Industrial action expected to continue. Management claims no major impact on operations. Environmental challenges close payment centre. Union represents 106 of the approximate 300 employees.
November 16, 2023
Barbados Alliance to End Homelessness Progressing in Reducing Homelessness: President Kemar Saffrey
Barbados is making progress in reducing homelessness, with the Barbados Alliance to End Homelessness providing shelter, services, and working towards implementing a policy to encourage people off the streets.
November 15, 2023
Barbados Prime Minister Announces Reforms to Corporate Tax Rates in Ministerial Statement
"On November 7, 2023, Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley made a Ministerial Statement announcing reforms to the corporate tax rates in response to compliance with the OECD. The private sector acknowledges the increase in the tax rate."
November 13, 2023
Reviewing 'Too Much and Never Enough: How My Family Created The World's Most Dangerous Man' Memoir by Mary Trump: A Personal Perspective
Discover the revealing memoir "Too Much and Never Enough" by Mary Trump, offering insights into the upbringing and family dynamics that shaped Donald Trump's path to becoming a controversial figure.