Politics
September 19, 2023
Barbados Government Set to Introduce New Cybercrime Bill to Replace Existing Computer Misuse Act
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the author(s) do not represent the official position of Barbados TODAY. Information on the draft Cybercrime Bill and the existing Computer Misuse Act in Barbados, including their differences and alignment with international standards.
September 19, 2023
Barbados NCD Commission Urges Introduction of Octagonal Warning Labels for Packaged Food and Beverages
The Barbados National NCD Commission supports the urgent implementation of octagonal front-of-package warning labels on food and beverage products to empower consumers in identifying unhealthy options.
September 19, 2023
Call for Action to Complete Annual Audited Financial Reports by State Entities, Says Auditor General
Auditor General calls for action as several state entities in Barbados have not completed required audited financial reports for up to seven years.
September 19, 2023
DLP St Peter branch defies instructions, plans to invite former Opposition Senator Caswell Franklyn as guest speaker
The St Peter branch of the Democratic Labour Party (DLP) may invite former Opposition Senator Caswell Franklyn as a guest speaker, defying instructions from party headquarters.
September 19, 2023
Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley Discusses Prioritization of Road Repairs Over Flyovers in Rural Barbados
The Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Amor Mottley, has stated that the repair of roads and bridges across rural areas is a priority over constructing flyovers due to limited fiscal resources.
September 18, 2023
Barbados Consul General in New York Mackie Holder to Assume New Position in London
Barbados Consul General in New York, Mackie Holder, will be taking a new position as Deputy High Commissioner in London, as announced by Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley.
September 18, 2023
Democratic Labour Party St Peter Branch Criticized for Failure to Follow Protocol for Guest Speaker
"Learn about the controversy surrounding Caswell Franklyn's scheduled appearance at a Democratic Labour Party (DLP) meeting. Accusations of protocol violation and questioning of authority surface."
September 18, 2023
UK Government Calls for Research Proposals to Address Sargassum Seaweed Issue in the Caribbean
The UK government is seeking research proposals to address the issue of Sargassum seaweed in the Caribbean region, which poses threats to marine ecosystems, economy, and public health. The call invites partners to submit proposals for up to £300k before October 10th, focusing on scalable solutions.
September 17, 2023
Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Cleared of Wrongdoing in Townhouse Purchase Investigation
The Integrity Commission has cleared Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister, Dr. Keith Rowley, of wrongdoing in the townhouse purchase, but requested him to amend his declaration to reflect accurate information.
September 17, 2023
Newborn Baby Found Dead on Migrant Boat as Italy Grapples with Influx of Arrivals
"On Saturday, the body of a newborn baby was recovered from a migrant boat, with the mother suspected to have given birth during the journey. Investigations are ongoing."
September 17, 2023
Legal Proceedings at ITLOS Could Redefine Climate Justice for Small Island States
Get the latest updates on the legal proceedings at the International Tribunal of the Law of the Sea regarding climate justice for small island states.
September 17, 2023
President Biden Names Caribbean Countries Among Major Drug Transit and Illicit Drug-Producing Countries for FY2024
United States President Joe Biden has identified several Caribbean countries, including The Bahamas, Belize, Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Jamaica, as major drug transit or illicit drug-producing countries for Fiscal Year 2024.