Politics
September 23, 2023
Guyana President Calls for Posthumous Charges for Participants in Transatlantic Slave Trade
Guyana President Irfaan Ali calls for posthumous charges against those involved in the transatlantic slave trade and demands reparations from the UK to rectify historical injustices.
September 22, 2023
Barbados Faces Islandwide Power Outage Causing Widespread Disruption
Barbados experienced an islandwide power outage that led to disruptions in various sectors, including retail stores, schools, and food establishments. Power was restored by 8 p.m. and the situation is under review.
September 22, 2023
Jamal Amal Skeete to be Sentenced on November 2 for Acts of Sacriliege in 2018 - Updates from the Barbados Court System
Jamal Amal Skeete is scheduled to be sentenced on November 2 for three acts of sacrilege committed in 2018. The charges include theft from two places of worship.
September 22, 2023
Burglar Dale Andrew White Sentenced to Nine Months in Prison for Latest Theft
Well-known thief Dale Andrew White, 48, pleaded guilty to stealing liquor bottles worth $630. He has 69 prior convictions, primarily for petty crimes, and will serve a total of nine months in prison for his latest theft.
September 21, 2023
Men Face Multiple Assault Charges Against Barbados Police Service This article highlights the recent court appearance of three individuals accused of various assault charges against two members of the Barbados Police Service. The charges include assault, resisting arrest, and obstructing officers in the execution of their duties. The seriousness of these offenses is emphasized by the prosecution, who argue for the denial of bail.
Three men residing at 60 Denton Road, Grazettes Housing Area, faced eight charges, including assaulting police officers, in a Bridgetown court. Prosecutors argued for bail objections, highlighting the seriousness of the offenses.
September 21, 2023
Barbados Audit Office Warns of Chronic Late Payment of Salaries in Public Service, Affects Police Service the Most
"Chronic late payment of salaries in the Barbados Public Service is causing hardship for workers, with the Police Service being particularly affected, according to an audit by the Barbados Audit Office."
September 21, 2023
Minister Ryan Straughn Responds to Auditor General's Report on Sam Lord's Castle Redevelopment Project
Minister Ryan Straughn responds to Auditor General's report on Sam Lord's Castle Redevelopment, stating that government did not breach financial rules but took the project off budget for other critical issues.
September 21, 2023
Three Men Remanded to Dodds Prison for Allegedly Threatening Police Officer and Other Offences
Three men, including a chef, steelbender, and landscaper, have been remanded to prison for allegedly assaulting and threatening the life of a police officer. They have pleaded not guilty and bail was denied.
September 20, 2023
Barbados' New Solicitor General, Anika Jackson: An Accomplished Attorney and Public Servant
Attorney-at-law Anika Jackson is Barbados' new Solicitor General, bringing years of experience in various legal roles, including acting as Deputy Solicitor General and holding the post of Solicitor General in Belize.
September 20, 2023
Grenada Opposition Party Urges Government to Reconsider Petroleum Price Cap Removal
The New National Party urges the Grenada government to reconsider its decision to remove the price cap on petroleum products, citing significant price increases and the burden on consumers.
September 20, 2023
Government Implements Initiative to Assist Barbadians in Strengthening Homes for Atlantic Hurricane Season
The Barbadian Government is assisting vulnerable households by providing hurricane straps for their homes, aiming to improve structural integrity and withstand storms.
September 20, 2023
Concerns Raised Over Recording of Transactions in Sam Lord's Castle Hotel Redevelopment Project, says Auditor General Leigh Trotman
Auditor General Leigh Trotman expresses concerns over the recording of millions of dollars in transactions regarding the Sam Lord's Castle Hotel Redevelopment project, revealing discrepancies in asset records and unvoted expenditures. Government's handling of rental property transactions is also raised.