Minister Lane Seeks to Clarify Comments On Media Reporting
Minister Responsible for Crime Prevention, Corey Lane, has appealed for unity in the fight against crime as he insists comments he made about the media’s reporting of crime in Barbados have been misinterpreted. Mr. Lane called into VOB’s Down to Brasstack call-in program in response to push back against his suggestion that the public’s perception […]
Challenges of Secondary Students to be Assessed Says PM Mottley
Prime Minister Mia Mottley says government intends to assess third to fifth form school students this term to better facilitate their individual needs. Speaking during a Community Mediation Workshop at the Barbados Community College, Ms. Mottley said government will introduce a diagnostic instrument in all schools to assist those impacted by the covid-19 pandemic. Ms. […]
“No Bird Flu Here” say Poultry Officials
Top players in the poultry sector deny there’s any outbreak of bird flu in Barbados contrary to a viral social media post as they blame a loss of electrical power for a massive bird kill at a St. John farm. A video has been making rounds on social media showing a large number of dead […]
Over $35 Million Needed for Pipelines in St. Lucy
The Barbados Water Authority has revealed that over 35 million dollars will be needed to replace water pipes in St. Lucy. Director of Engineering, Charles Leslie stated that a lot of pipelines installed in the 1950s are metallic without cement lining which has caused corrosion and discoloured water over the years. Speaking on Brasstacks Sunday […]
Crime Rate in Barbados Among Lowest in Region
The Crime Prevention Minister reports Barbados’ crime rate is one of the lowest in the Caribbean region based on figures from the top 10 most dangerous Caribbean islands. Minister in the Attorney General’s Office with responsibility for Crime Prevention, Corey Lane was speaking at the St. James Branch meeting last night. He says the […]
Barbados put on Alert for Avian Influenza H5N1 in Caribbean
Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Agricultural Society said all measures must now be in place to ensure the avian influenza H5N1 virus does not reach the island. James Paul tells Starcom Network News he is concerned that some countries in the region are reporting cases of the virus and stressed the devastating impact this […]