‘Greater investment in primary school counselling to tackle youth crime’
As Barbados grapples with rising youth crime and delinquency, a guidance counsellor has urged the government to prioritise funding for school counselling services in its upcoming Budget, particularly at the primary school level. As the government prepares to deliver the Budget on Monday, former president of the Barbados Association of Guidance Counsellors, Saul Leacock, […]
Ditch the junk: Expert urges healthier rewards for children
United Nations child rights expert Faith Marshall-Harris is urging parents and caregivers to stop using sugary treats and fast food as rewards for children, warning that this habit poses long-term health risks. Marshall-Harris, who is also the chairman of the National Committee on the Rights of the Child, issued the call as she threw […]
Govt to launch aggressive rollout of vending zones this year
The government is set to deliver on its long-promised vending zones this year, with an “aggressive” nationwide rollout aimed at decriminalising vending and promoting it as a viable employment option, Minister of Energy and Business Senator Lisa Cummins announced in Parliament on Wednesday. The initiative forms part of the government’s efforts to decriminalise vending, […]
Crime data shows sharp spike in gun violence
Gun-related murders in Barbados soared by 161 per cent in 2024, with 34 firearm deaths recorded, according to the latest crime data from the Barbados Crime Observatory. The report shows that all victims were male, with an average age of 30, while those accused of the crimes were younger, averaging 21.6 years old. St Michael […]
Trust Fund expands rural outreach to boost small businesses
The Barbados Trust Fund Ltd is ramping up its outreach efforts in rural communities, launching an aggressive programme to engage entrepreneurs in St Lucy and St Peter as part of its 2025 plan to support small and micro businesses, the fund’s general manager Gerry Amos has told lawmakers. “For 2025 and 2026, we are rolling […]
From Barbados to the Big Stage: Dario Dvon shines in Toronto
Dario Dvon, a Barbadian performer making waves in Toronto, has brought his island roots to the stage with a standout portrayal of Sebastian, the wily crab in The Little Mermaid at Toronto Youth Theatre. With his unique blend of talent, charisma, and cultural pride, Dario is proving that dreams nurtured in the Caribbean can blossom […]
Police investigate shooting at Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre
Police are on the scene at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre where a shooting incident occurred this morning. ( more details as they come to hand.) The post Police investigate shooting at Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre appeared first on Barbados Today.
Government pushes cooperative model for economic growth
The government has unveiled an ambitious nationwide programme to foster business collaboration through cooperatives, aiming to empower entrepreneurs, cut costs, and boost efficiency. Announced during Wednesday’s parliamentary committee hearing on the Appropriation Bill, the initiative coincides with the UN’s International Year of Cooperatives, underscoring its global significance. Brent Gittens, Registrar of Cooperatives, highlighted the initiative’s […]
Barbados, India strengthen ties with renewed diplomatic, economic focus
Officials from Barbados and India announced plans to strengthen their almost 59-year diplomatic relationship through enhanced diplomatic, political, and commercial cooperation. The renewed focus on this partnership was highlighted during a ceremony to honour India’s Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, for his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic. Prime Minister Modi was recognised for […]
We must tread cautiously with US administration
In today’s shifting global landscape, defining allies and adversaries has become increasingly complex. For the leaders of every independent Caribbean nation, including Barbados, navigating unprovoked hostility from once-reliable partners requires a level of strategic diplomacy that was previously unnecessary. Some may argue that the maxim promoted by the Father of Independence, the Right Excellent Errol […]