Fisheries Bill set to reform industry with finance, training boost
The fishing industry is poised for a significant overhaul as the Parliament introduces major reforms to empower fisherfolk through enhanced financial support, training opportunities and recognition of traditional knowledge. The Sustainable Fisheries and Management Bill, now being debated in Parliament, would allow fishers to form cooperatives, making it easier for them to access bank loans […]
Mayers helps Barishal to BPL title
DHAKA – Barbados and West Indies all-rounder Kyle Mayers played a starring role as Fortune Barishal produced a magnificent chase of a challenging 195 to beat Chittagong Kings by three wickets and capture the Bangladesh Premier League title. Playing at the Shere Bangla National Stadium on Friday, the left-handed Mayers blasted a 28-ball 46 […]
Opposition demands transparency in government spending
Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne has called for greater transparency in public spending, highlighting concerns over fiscal accountability amid ongoing economic challenges. In the House of Assembly on Friday during the debate on the Sustainable Fisheries Management and Development Bill, Thorne acknowledged the government’s $7 million investment in the fishing industry following the devastation caused by […]
Man pleads guilty to stabbing co-worker
Chequon Rashad Austin has admitted to stabbing a co-worker in the neck. The 29-year-old general worker of Bonaire Land, Cave Hill will reappear in the District ‘A’ Traffic Court next week when his victim, James Moore, is expected to appear. Austin pleaded guilty to unlawfully and maliciously wounding Moore on February 5. Court prosecutor Sergeant […]
Rise in unprotected sex among older adults alarms minister
Minister of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs Kirk Humphrey has sounded the alarm over an increase in unsafe sexual practices among older adults, amid growing concerns about discrimination. Speaking to journalists during Friday’s ECO Fit Youth Finale at Wildey Great House, Humphrey acknowledged concerns raised by the Ministry of Health, noting that while official statistics […]
New legislation to tighten fishing rules
The government on Friday moved to tighten regulations on the fishing industry with a bill that would enforce stricter regulations, harsher penalties and bans on destructive fishing methods. As the House of Assembly debated the Sustainable Fisheries and Management Bill, Minister of Environment and National Beautification, Green and Blue Economy Adrian Frode said the legislation […]
Regional economist questions local inflation figures accuracy
A regional economist has cast doubt on the accuracy of Barbados’ official inflation figures, suggesting they may significantly understate the true cost of living for many households. Head of the Economic Research Unit of First Citizens Bank, Vangie Bhagoo-Ramrattan said the published low inflation data may be incorrect concerning the prices consumers are paying to […]
Schools unite with police in anti-violence march through Bridgetown
In a powerful display of community solidarity, 400 primary school pupils marched through Bridgetown on Friday, launching a police-led anti-violence campaign aimed at teaching conflict resolution to young people. The Saving Our Sons initiative, spearheaded by the New Orleans Community Police Outpost, brought together four area primary schools in a bid to address rising […]
Judge chastises man who rapped 14-year-old girl then blamed her
“It cannot be that big, hardback men are allowed to prey on young girls and pay their way out of jail.” Madam Justice Wanda Blair made this clear as she informed Sergeo Olivia Payne that he will spend five more years behind bars at Dodds Prison for having sexual intercourse with a 14-year-old girl in […]
BUT warns of school ‘danger zones’ as teachers face violence crisis
Teachers are facing physical assaults, threats and a “toxic environment” in schools across the island, with some institutions being labelled as “danger zones”, the country’s largest teachers’ union has warned. The president of the Barbados Union of Teachers, Rudy Lovell told Barbados TODAY the escalating violence in schools had reached crisis level, with several teachers […]