Openness will reduce suspicion Barbados Today02/03/20240231 views Transparency has a way of shutting down rumours and innuendo. Consequently, when the public has been fully informed and that information is consistent, then the critics are left with very… Read more
No track for athletics; but why are we here yet again? Sandy Deane01/03/20240308 views They say history has a way of repeating itself. That said, one would think that people would do all in their power to ensure the outcome, the second time around,… Read more
Barbados needs a Dangerous Dogs Act. Now. Barbados Today29/02/20240516 views The latest spate of vicious dog attacks reported across Barbados, one in the Botanical Gardens meant to be a haven for all, in addition to the harrowing account of jogger… Read more
We’re in denial over population decline. Time to face facts. Barbados Today28/02/20240526 views There is no other way to put it: Barbados is experiencing a demographic shift that is leading to a declining and rapidly ageing population. The birth rate has fallen from… Read more
Off the grey list but remain cautious Barbados Today27/02/20240319 views Barbados has proven to the international watchdog for money laundering and the financing of terrorism that it not only has the necessary legislative framework to fight the scourge but also… Read more
#BTEditorial – No free lunches even among countries Barbados Today22/02/20240158 views The world in which Barbados operates in 2024 has become so polarised, it is increasingly difficult for the world’s newest republic to remain non-aligned, as former Prime Minister and father… Read more
Screen Barbados needs more than culture-for-export policy Barbados Today21/02/20240237 views Barbados possesses a rich cultural tapestry woven with dynamic stories that deserve to be shared on screen with the world. But the current approach to developing a film industry focuses… Read more
DLP undermining itself in public Barbados Today20/02/20240306 views It can be easily argued that the Opposition Democratic Labour Party (DLP) was passed a superb ball. What did they do with it? They scored an own goal and did… Read more
Public healthcare system under pressure Barbados Today Traffic17/02/20240542 views Barbados’ health care system was arguably described as the best in the Eastern Caribbean. It was something of which the citizens of this country were extremely proud. It was not… Read more
#BTEditorial – Looking forward to robust debates with ‘declared’ Opposition Barbados Today16/02/20240140 views It was during the period 2018 to 2022 that the debates in The Senate were most heated and robust. Each Wednesday, Barbadians were tuned into Parliament to hear what and… Read more