Pundits weigh law to prevent crossing floor of Parliament
Two political scientists support the introduction of a law to force a by-election if a parliamentarian crosses the floor but have acknowledged it may be impractical given Barbados’ political reality. Pollster Peter Wickham and political scientist Dr Kristina Hinds, in separate interviews with Barbados TODAY, weighed in on the debate on the issue which resurfaced […]
Former national goalkeeper making case for BFA presidency
The lone contender against Randy Harris in the Barbados Football Association (BFA) presidency race is gearing up for an energetic campaign to unseat the incumbent and reshape the sport’s leadership on the island. Since declaring his candidacy for the April 7 election, former national goalkeeper Omari Eastmond has been actively seeking support from affiliated clubs […]
Insurer signs as Agrofest sponsor, offering farmers financial advice
Agrofest 2024 will focus on educating farmers and agriculture workers on the importance of financial planning and stability, said the exhibition’s organiser, the Barbados Agricultural Society (BAS) on Wednesday after signing a sponsorship deal with insurance company Guardian Life. BAS Chief Executive Officer James Paul toured the national exhibition’s site at Queen’s Park with Gregg […]
State asks for witnesses in murder trial to be summoned
While eight more State witnesses are scheduled to give evidence in the trial of murder-accused Jamar Watson, none showed up in the No. 4 Supreme Court on Wednesday to testify. Moments after the jurors took their seats for the resumption of the trial in the afternoon, Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions Alliston Seale S.C. said […]
#BTEditorial – A thorn in both sides of the political aisle
When Christ Church South Member of Parliament Ralph Thorne made what seemed an abrupt departure from the ruling administration to become Leader of the Opposition, most pundits believed this was a Barbados Labour Party (BLP) problem. However, as the hours and days have passed, Mr Thorne’s departure from the ruling party looks like a Democratic […]
BAS, hunters welcome bigger bounty for green monkeys
The hunters’ bounty on green monkeys has been increased from $15 to $25 in a bid to cull the population of the wild animals, officially declared pests responsible for the rampant crop destruction, Minister of Agriculture Indar Weir has announced. He told Wednesday’s edition of Down to Brasstacks on Voice of Barbados that the government […]
PSVs’ green energy money not yet released
The drive to introduce electric and hybrid minibuses and route taxis has hit a speed bump, the operators’ spokesman said Wednesday. Days after launching a project to transition public service vehicles (PSVs) from fossil fuels to renewable energy, a lack of government funding has forced its suspension, Chairman of the Alliance Owners of Public Transport […]
Controversial Cybercrime Bill goes to House-Senate review committee
The Senate on Wednesday shelved debate on the contentious Cybercrime Bill, sending the controversial legislation to a select committee of both houses of Parliament. The joint select committee, according to a resolution introduced by Leader of Government Business Senator Lisa Cummins, will be required to report on its findings in three months. The resolution was […]
Barbadian Chase says Windies captain encouraging unity, self-belief among squad
All-rounder Roston Chase believes captain Rovman Powell has been instrumental in improving the fortunes of the T20 unit, as the buildup continues to this year’s T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and North America. Speaking following West Indies’ 37-run victory over Australia on Tuesday in Perth, Chase said Powell had instilled “a different vibe” in […]
Police probe unnatural death
Lawmen are investigating the fatal shooting of a man in St Michael this evening. Police said that around 6:15 p.m., they received a report from an anonymous caller that a man was shot while at 1st Avenue Godding Road, Station Hill. The caller told police the victim was transported to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital by […]