Barbados News

Calls to turn gender equality commitments into tangible opportunities for women

The Caribbean Development Bank is urging Commonwealth governments and development partners to turn gender equality promises into practical support for women. Speaking at the Commonwealth Women’s Forum in Antigua and Barbuda, President Daniel Best said women are vital to economies and communities, and that conflict, climate shocks and rising living costs make action urgent now.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 3, 2026

UK ready for reparations talks, says Sir Hilary

Britain is prepared to enter structured talks with CARICOM over reparations for chattel slavery, according to Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, though London remains reluctant about financial compensation. The issue is expected to loom over the Commonwealth summit in Antigua and Barbuda, where Caribbean leaders are pressing for formal apologies and reparatory justice.

By Ricardo Roberts

Retrieved Nov 3, 2026

Union calls for teacher wellness measures

The Barbados Union of Teachers is urging better healthcare, lighter workloads and more leave after four educators under 50 died, saying teachers’ health is being pushed to the limit. President Rudy Lovell also renewed calls for lower pension age, salary improvements and changes to proposed education reforms that could increase stress and burnout.

By Lourianne Graham

Retrieved Nov 3, 2026

Energy support not indefinite, Greenidge warns

Central Bank Governor Dr Kevin Greenidge says the government cannot keep shielding Barbadians from rising energy costs forever, as repeated shocks strain public finances. He urged households and businesses to cut fossil-fuel use, conserve electricity and invest in solar and other efficiency measures so the country is less exposed to global price swings.

By Emmanuel Joseph

Retrieved Nov 3, 2026

Sammy credits hard work for Windies success

West Indies coach Daren Sammy said hard work and strong preparation drove the team’s eight-wicket win over Bangladesh in the first Test in Mirpur, putting them on course to finish the year unbeaten in a Test series. He praised Jomel Warrican’s nine wickets, Brandon King’s batting, and captain Roston Chase’s leadership ahead of the second Test in Sylhet.

By Kurtis Hinds

Retrieved Nov 3, 2026

Govt steps in to help ailing artist in run-down home

The Ministry of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs has promised assistance for 68-year-old Adrian Compton, a former artist who painted portraits of Barbados’ national heroes, after his son appealed over his worsening living conditions in Grazettes. Compton, who has dementia and needs round-the-clock care after a car crash, has been living in a badly damaged home that his son says is unsafe and hard to manage alone.

By Ricardo Roberts

Retrieved Nov 3, 2026

Young footballers return home after historic World Cup debut

Barbados’ Under-15 footballers returned home after becoming the island’s first team to play at a FIFA World Cup finals, finishing as Tier F consolation champions in Azerbaijan. Captain Danari Griffith scored Barbados’ first goal at a World Cup finals, and officials hailed the squad’s turnaround after a difficult start.

By Kurtis Hinds

Retrieved Nov 3, 2026

Dancing, praise, pure joy at Vintage SonFest

Vintage SonFest turned the UWI Graduation Tent in Barbados into a lively gospel celebration, with James Leacock, Sherryann Maughan, Junior Tucker and Prodigal Son leading a night of singing, dancing and worship across generations. Hosted by Kingdom Culture International, the event was also an evangelistic outreach, with free entry for pensioners and teenagers.

By Shanna Moore

Retrieved Nov 3, 2026

Construction industry stakeholders highlight importance of resilience by design

At the Resilience by Design conference, industry stakeholders focused on how construction quality affects the Caribbean’s ability to withstand disasters. Institution of Structural Engineers Caribbean Regional Group chairman Tonee McNicolls warned that even strong designs can fail if buildings are poorly constructed.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Biochar initiative aims to strengthen agricultural development

A new biochar initiative launched by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security and Caribbean Circular Biosystems is putting farms and farmers at the centre of national development. The partnership highlights agriculture as a key driver of the country’s future and food security.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Barbados Vocational Training Board celebrates latest cohort of graduates

285 students have graduated from the Barbados Vocational Training Board, earning technical and employability skills to help them move into new careers. They received their certificates at a ceremony at the Garfield Sobers Gymnasium, underscoring the ongoing role of vocational training in building Barbados’ workforce.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Payce Digital celebrates 10th anniversary while looking ahead to the future

Payce Digital is marking its 10th anniversary while upgrading its systems for future growth, CEO Alison Browne-Ellis said. She acknowledged temporary service lapses during the process, but said the improvements are expected to strengthen the company over the next decade and deliver better support to small businesses, which make up much of its client base.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Carols by Candlelight set to return this Christmas

Carols by Candlelight will return this Christmas, with Barbados Light and Power Company Limited joining as co-title sponsor alongside the Rotary Club of Barbados. The annual event is expected to draw Barbadians together through music and charitable giving, while raising support for programmes that help young people and families.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Free mammograms made available to uninsured women

Uninsured women in Barbados will be able to get free mammograms through a donation from ANSA McAL (Barbados) Limited to Cancer Support Services. The money will support the Dawn Gayapersad Kindness Advances Others Fund, which helps provide the screening at no cost and improve early breast cancer detection.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

DLP pledges to uphold a people-first approach moving forward

The Democratic Labour Party marked Barbados’ 60th year of Independence and fifth year as a republic with a thanksgiving service at St Cyprian’s Anglican Church. Party president Dr David Estwick said the DLP will stay true to its founding principles and keep a people-first focus as it moves forward.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

LPG prices increase from today

LPG prices have increased from today, with the 100-pound cylinder now at $174.12 and the 25-pound cylinder at $48.63. The 22-pound cylinder will cost $42.96 and the 20-pound cylinder $39.05, reflecting government policy to let retail prices move with the international market.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Sagicor Cares reaches more than 2,400 Barbadians

More than 2,400 Barbadians have used Sagicor Cares, a community health screening programme in its second year. Sagicor Life Barbados executive Paul Inniss said the final screening of the year drew 230 people, the largest single turnout, as the initiative aims to improve health across Barbados and the Southern Caribbean.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Woman on $45 000 bail in $121 600 cannabis case

A 43-year-old St Michael woman, Natalie Jacinta Boyce of Cutting Road, Haggatt Hall, was granted $45,000 bail after pleading not guilty to four cannabis charges. Police say the suspected 15.2 kilogramme haul, worth about $121,600, involved possession, trafficking, intent to supply and importation, with the case set for February 23, 2027.

By Barbados Today

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Landship urged to unite as it celebrates 163rd anniversary

Barbados Landship Association President Colonel Wayne Worrell has urged members to unite around a shared vision as the organisation marks its 163rd anniversary. Speaking at a church service, he said stronger internal cooperation and continued support from partner organisations are key to keeping the Landship relevant and helping young people.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Man jailed 10 months for Massy Distribution theft

A 33-year-old St Michael man, Leron Alexander Wilfred Bennett of Quarry Road, Bank Hall, has been sentenced to 10 months in prison after pleading guilty to stealing from Massy Distribution. He was also ordered to pay $2,386.43 in compensation after appearing in District ‘A’ Criminal Court No. 1 in Barbados. Police said he was charged by the CID at Black Rock.

By Barbados Today

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Barbados prioritises climate policy and finance

Barbados still treats climate policy and financing as top priorities, Minister Marsha Caddle said at a biodiversity conference in Guyana. She said national biodiversity goals must be built into budgets and investment plans, and highlighted Barbados’ 2035 Investment Plan, which includes targets such as protecting 30% of land and ocean, expanding jobs, housing, health and renewable energy.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Eden Lodge, Good Shepherd remain closed as odour source still unknown

A mysterious chemical-like odour that forced Eden Lodge Primary School and part of Good Shepherd Primary School to close has still not been traced, and both schools will remain shut until further notice. The Ministry of Education said firefighters, BNOCL and health officials have found no gas on the compound and are widening tests into the surrounding community.

By Barbados Today

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Deputy police chief warns against losing generation to negative influences

Deputy Commissioner of Police Adrian Broomes urged Barbados’ young people to resist peer pressure, violence and crime during a Crime Awareness Month prayer breakfast at Golden Square Freedom Park in Bridgetown. He said their choices will shape their futures and called on parents, schools, churches and communities to work together to support youth and improve public safety.

By Lauryn Escamilla

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Woman charged with cannabis-related offences

The Barbados Police Service Narcotics Unit has charged 43-year-old Natalie Jacinta Boyce of Haggatt Hall, St Michael, with possession, trafficking, intent to supply and importation of cannabis. Police say the seizure involved 15.2 kilogrammes of suspected cannabis worth about BDS $121,600, and she is due in court today.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Nurses urged to assist QEH amid increase in patients

The Barbados Nurses Association is urging nurses with critical care or emergency experience to help the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, where more than 55 patients are waiting for assessment in Accident and Emergency. A&E head Dr Anne-Marie Cruickshank said the department is dealing with the usual patient load, two motor vehicle accidents, and more cases linked to poorly managed non-communicable and respiratory illnesses.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

LPG prices increase from midnight

Liquefied petroleum gas prices will rise from midnight on November 1, with the 100-pound cylinder set at $174.12 and smaller cylinders also increasing. The Government says the adjustment follows its policy of aligning retail fuel prices with international market rates, which will affect household cooking costs.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

CJRPU Director concerned about number of young people in prison

Cheryl Willoughby said her unit’s recent visit to His Majesty’s Prison, Dodds, raised concern about the number of young people being held there. Speaking at the prayer breakfast launching Crime Awareness Month, she said the observance aims to help communities move from fear of crime to active involvement in building safer neighbourhoods.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Community policing strategies to be modernised

Barbados is modernising its community policing strategies and will make them part of its wider crime-fighting and prevention plan, according to Minister of Legal Affairs and Criminal Justice Michael Lashley. He announced the move at a prayer breakfast at Golden Square Freedom Park to launch Crime Awareness Month.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

Bridgetown illuminated to launch Barbados’ 2026 Independence and Republic celebrations

Barbados’ 2026 Independence celebrations have officially begun with the Lighting Ceremony and Bajan Brew at Heroes Square in Bridgetown, sponsored by Sagicor Life Inc. The event marks 60 years of Independence and five years as a republic, with Minister Charles Griffith urging the public to embrace the meaning of the lights being switched on.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 2, 2026

One More Bite at Liquid Gold Feast with Anne-Marie Leach

Chef Anne-Marie Leach will showcase local coconut and cassava flour at the Barbados Food and Rum Festival’s grand finale on 8 November 2026, promising dishes that rework familiar ingredients in new ways. Known for plant-based takes on Barbadian favourites, she says her goal is to make diners feel the same warmth and care she felt from her grandmother’s cooking.

By Barbados Today

Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

Barbados-born inventor, brother of Dame Billie Miller, dies at 81

Barbados-born inventor, engineer and outdoorsman Buddie Miller has died in Trinidad at 81. A former Nestlé chief engineer and award-winning inventor, he held multiple patents, helped shape hunting regulation in Trinidad and Tobago, and was known for his Jojovera soap and Brainstorm game dispute.

By Barbados Today

Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

Hanson Hill reopened to the public

Hanson Hill in St. George has reopened to traffic after being closed following a Sunday morning collision. The affected stretch, between Dash Valley Road and Edgerton Road near Blackman and Gollop Primary School, is now accessible to the public.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

Road impassable following collision

Hanson Hill Road in St George is impassable after a road traffic collision, the Barbados Police Service said. The affected stretch runs from Dash Valley Road to Edgerton Road, near the route to Blackman and Gollop Primary School, and motorists are being urged to avoid the area and use alternative routes.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

PM Mottley welcomes UK openness to dialogue on slavery apology

Prime Minister Mia Mottley welcomed UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s openness to dialogue on the transatlantic slave trade, including the possibility of a formal apology. Barbados will take part in talks through CARICOM, focusing on the bloc’s Ten-Point Plan and shared areas such as education, healthcare, inequality and fairer debt terms, while reparations differences remain.

By CBC Barbados

Retrieved Oct 31, 2026

Barbados to host international AI safety summit

Barbados will host a global summit on AI safety on November 23, bringing together UN leaders, government officials, tech companies and scientists to discuss how countries can assess risks and share the benefits of the technology. Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley and UN Secretary-General António Guterres will attend as talks focus on safety, access, inclusion and capacity-building.

By Nation News

Retrieved Oct 31, 2026