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Roger Barker, the newest Master of the High Court, expressed excitement and humility at his appointment. He will manage cases before they go to trial and oversee preliminary matters. Barker also expressed appreciation for those who supported him throughout his career.
Employees at the Psychiatric Hospital in Barbados express frustration over delayed salary payments, affecting more than 20 workers. Industrial action may be considered as a result of ongoing financial difficulties and inability to partake in holiday activities.
Barbadians are advised to prepare for the arrival of the highly transmissible JN.1 COVID-19 variant, but not to be overly concerned as it is not as virulent and may not pose the same risk to the vaccinated population. Elderly and immunocompromised individuals remain at high risk.
Chief Magistrate Ian Weekes expresses his desire to implement legislation to charge complainants who drop cases after involving the police, potentially imposing a fine of up to $10,000.
