Renewable energy law by mid-year, says Minister Cummins
Minister of Energy Senator Lisa Cummins has vowed a new “flagship” Energy Supply Act will take effect in June. Its passage would pave the way for energy storage and new investment projects, she said. She announced this on Tuesday in a speech to the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s second annual Green and Renewable […]
Growers move to head off reliance on imported birds
By Sheria Brathwaite An investigation into ongoing issues with the supply of chicken and eggs has begun to rule out likely suspects, the poultry farming community’s spokesman said Tuesday. The search for answers has taken on renewed urgency as the growers seek to head off demands for imports that would threaten a potential bonanza for […]
Lawyer on lawsuit deadline over ‘police intrusion’
The lawyer representing a St Philip man complaining of police intrusion on his home has warned he is holding fast to the deadline for the Attorney General and Commissioner of Police to compensate his client. Meshach Thornhill declared he would not wait “a day more” than February 21 for the chief law enforcement officers to […]
BNA urges guardian hotline among measures to protect healthcare workers
By Shamar Blunt The organisation representing nurses in public healthcare has called for urgent action – including a panic hotline – to combat violence and security problems they face daily. President of the Barbados Nurses Association (BNA) Dr Fay Parris told reporters on Tuesday that while challenges in the healthcare environment persist, such as low […]
Caddle: Cybercrime issue must be discussed honestly
Minister of Industry, Science and Technology Marsha Caddle, who successfully piloted the controversial Cybercrime Bill, 2024 through the Lower House of Parliament believes it is the responsibility of the government to engage with those who raised concerns about the legislation. She also wants engagement on cybercrime to be conducted in an environment of “honesty”. Wrapping […]
‘Avoid nude photos, videos’, MP warns
Young women were warned on Tuesday against taking part in compromising videos or pictures for “love”. And they have also been urged by St James North MP Edmund Hinkson to love themselves first before they love any man. “Do not send anything to any man like that,” he said. “Don’t let no man, no matter […]
Industrial action symptoms of ‘social stress’ – CTUSAB
Problems in the Barbadian workplace, including heated industrial action, reveal tears in the nation’s social fabric that need to be mended, the Congress of Trade Unions and Staff Associations of Barbados (CTUSAB) suggested on Tuesday. Crime, violence, stress and other social ills have had a negative impact on the work world, CTUSAB General Secretary Dennis […]
Grazettes mechanics hail new shop; roadside operator unconvinced
The two mechanics at The Bay Grazettes workshop centre have praised the new garages as the perfect fit for their work demands as a state agency moves to get roadside mechanics to clean up their act. However, the agency’s efforts to bring an end to a nationwide tradition – where the price of convenient car […]
Road to change tough but a must for mechanics
The launch of The Bay Grazettes, a shared-use mechanics facility at the Grazettes Industrial Park, marks a significant step forward for Barbados’ automotive repair industry. This is a commendable initiative by Export Barbados (BIDC) to provide roadside mechanics with a conducive environment to conduct their operations efficiently. Indeed, Barbados’ industrial revolution that began in the […]
Staff shortage causes closure of St Joseph Outpatient Clinic
The public is advised that the St Joseph Outpatient Clinic at Horse Hill will close on Thursday, February 8, and Friday, February 9. This is due to a shortage of staff. The Ministry of Health and Wellness will inform members of the public as to when it will reopen and regrets any inconvenience that may […]