Citizens invited to nominate national honours recipients

A new national honour is being minted to mark the country’s 60th anniversary of Independence and five years as a Republic, honouring Barbadians who have made exceptional contributions to nation-building, the Cabinet Office announced on Friday.

Dubbed the Barbados Diamond Anniversary Honour, it will recognise citizens whose distinguished or sustained service, leadership or exceptional achievements have made a significant contribution to national development.

Cabinet Secretary Selma Green made the announcement during the media launch of the National Calendar of Independence Celebrations at Ilaro Court, where she also revealed that nominations are open for the 2026 National Independence Honours.