NISSS moves to join BiMPay Jenique Belgrave14/06/20260527 views The National Insurance and Social Security Service (NISSS) will be incorporated into BiMPay in its second phase, allowing pensioners and other contributors quicker access to their funds. Moments before BiMPay,… Read more
BL&P celebrates anniversary milestone Jenique Belgrave14/06/20260453 views This week will be one of reflection for the island’s lone electricity company as it marks 115 years of existence on the island. Marking the anniversary, staff of the Barbados… Read more
Woman to be sentenced after assault plea Jenique Belgrave13/06/20260583 views A 36-year-old self-employed woman is due to be sentenced next Friday after pleading guilty to assault and causing a disturbance on Wednesday. Sheena Olivia Hall, of Brecon Road, Grazettes, admitted… Read more
Sentencing delayed for double murderer Jenique Belgrave13/06/20260277 views Sentencing submissions for a self-confessed double murderer have been postponed after the court was told that key medical reports were not yet available. Demetrico Ricardo Layne, of Graham’s Alley, Nelson… Read more
Man pleads guilty in illegal firearm case Jenique Belgrave13/06/20260127 views A man has admitted to illegal firearm and ammunition offences, with the court set to hear the facts next week before sentencing. Inyah Iroyal Jones of Thorpes, St James pleaded… Read more
Drug trial moves to closing arguments Jenique Belgrave13/06/20260138 views A High Court jury will soon hear closing arguments in a drug case involving more than 37 kilogrammes of cannabis discovered at the Bridgetown Port. Eric Astor Omar Gibson, of… Read more
BiMPay goes live: Barbados launches instant digital payments system Jenique Belgrave13/06/20260594 views Barbados’ national instant payment system, BiMPay, has officially gone live, enabling individuals, businesses, and government agencies to send and receive money instantly, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.… Read more
Guyanese man admits drug trafficking charges Jenique Belgrave12/06/20260259 views A Guyanese national has pleaded guilty to multiple drug offences stemming from a maritime drug bust five years ago and will return to court for sentencing later this month. Colis… Read more
Fined for escaping police custody Jenique Belgrave12/06/20260251 views Rico Jamal Brathwaite has been fined $2 000 for escaping lawful custody nearly four years ago, with the court warning that an eight-month prison term would follow if the penalty… Read more
St James man granted bail on assault and theft charges Jenique Belgrave12/06/20260220 views A St James man has been granted $7 000 bail after appearing in court on charges of assault and theft, involving items valued at nearly $9 000. Dwayne Marlon Alexcio… Read more