Shooting Incident in the Pine
A man is recovering at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital this morning, after being shot in the Pine, St. Michael last night. Police Public Relations Officer, Acting Inspector Ryan Brathwaite, spoke with Starcom Network at the scene. He confirmed that the shooting does not appear to have been a targeted attack.
QEH Director of Nursing Services urges greater investment for nurses
The Head of Nursing Services is calling for greater investment in the nation’s nurses, warning that their well-being is under threat. Speaking at the International Nurses Federation Conference, Director of Nursing Services at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Henderson Pinder, outlined several challenges facing the profession. He stressed the urgency for investing in nurses. Director of […]
BWU claims Preconco “backpedal” on agreements
After a major strike in March, workers at Preconco Limited are back off the job again. Preconco is Barbados’ Premium manufacturer of precast and concrete products, but according to Deputy General Secretary of the Barbados Workers’ Union, Dwaine Paul, the Workers feel less than properly treated. Mr. Paul explained to Starcom Network what is the Union’s next step. […]
Preconco workers on strike
Workers at Preconco Limited in Lears, St. Michael are currently off the job, citing a range of concerns. Staff from various departments are outside the compound awaiting Barbados Workers Union officials. More to come
Women’s cricketers calling for more game time
Women’s cricket came under the microscope during last night’s Mason and Guests Cricket Show on Starcom Network’s VOB 92.9FM. West Indies player, Rashada Williams says not enough cricket is being played in Jamaica to develop the game. Barbados captain, Trishan Holder was critical of the conditions at the Arnos Vale ground in St Vincent for […]