Politics
November 20, 2023
St Lucia Government Appoints Robert Innocent as Special Prosecutor to Address Corruption Cases
This appointment will address cases of misconduct and combat various forms of corruption by persons holding public office
November 20, 2023
Supreme Court Complex Implements New Parking Guidelines: Users Urged to Comply with Attendant Directions
New parking regulations at the Supreme Court Complex in St Michael require compliance with attendants' instructions. Restrictions in effect from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday, for court staff and visitors.
November 20, 2023
Georgia's former first lady & US First Lady's contributions to mental health services
Experienced in promoting mental health initiatives, this individual served as the First Lady of Georgia and the United States, playing a significant role in advancing mental healthcare through commissions and legislation.
November 20, 2023
Caribbean Advocates Visit Barbados to Promote Ratification of ILO Convention 189
Learn about the efforts of two prominent advocates for domestic workers in the Caribbean to encourage the ratification of the International Labour Organisation C-189 convention in Barbados.
November 20, 2023
Catholic Archbishop Criticizes Samoa Agreement's Potential Impact on Social Values and Legislation
The recently signed Samoa Agreement between the European Union and the OACPS has received criticism from Trinidad's Roman Catholic Archbishop due to concerns regarding abortion legislation and the imposition of certain values.
November 20, 2023
Barbados Supports United Nations in International Taxation for Transparency and Fairness
Barbados is supporting a push for the United Nations to help bring more “transparency and fairness” in international taxation.
November 19, 2023
CMC - CARICOM Leaders Assure Guyana of Support in Border Dispute with Venezuela, Backing ICJ Settlement
Leaders from the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) have expressed support for Guyana in their territorial dispute with Venezuela, urging the use of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for resolution.
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."