Restaurants are fully booked and ready to deliver on the dining experience expected on Christmas Day. Trevor Thorpe reports. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

A mixed response from businesses in Speightstown, St. Peter regarding the expected increase in sales normally associated with the Christmas season. Reporter Rachelle Agard took a trip to the northern town and filed this report. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Chief Medical Officer the Most Honourable Dr. Kenneth George wants Barbadians to be cautious as they celebrate the Yuletide season. In addition to making healthier food choices, Dr. George is urging Barbadians to stay away from activities that would place healthcare professionals, particularly those at the Accident and Emergency Department under pressure. He tells CBC News drivers also need to be extra cautious when using alcohol to avoid any additional fatalities for the year. And with a record number of visitors on the island at this time, the Chief Medical Officer is reminding Barbadians that the busy season here corresponds with the flu season in our northern source markets. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Constituents in St. Michael South in need of assistance will be able to utilise vouchers donated by the Eric Hassell Group of Companies. The vouchers were handed over to the 'Poverty was Charity' which will be responsible for distributing them to the less fortunate. During a brief presentation ceremony, Member of Parliament for the constituency Kirk Humphrey says this is the second time the group is donating the vouchers. Eric Hassell Group Finance Manager Sandra Guy Arthur says the group, which is celebrating 55 years of operation, is committed to supporting the community. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Barbadians are able to purchase their fruits and vegetables to prepare their favourite meals for the Yuletide season. Minister of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security Indar Weir tells CBC News the island again has adequate supplies of fruits and vegetables, despite facing shortages in recent months. He adds a boat has recently resumed bringing produce from St. Vincent to Barbados on a weekly basis. Minister Weir says as soon as the new year turns his Ministry will be ramping up efforts to improve food security on the island. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Business at Pelican Island has taken off since its use as a fan zone for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup earlier this year. So says Chief Executive Officer of Export Barbados, Mark Hill. He was a guest on Mornin' Barbados, where he confirmed work to redevelop the venue into three distinct zones continues. Zone one is a dedicated space for food and entertainment and also houses the traditional craft village. On Tuesday, New Year's Eve Q in the Community will be held at Pelican Island. Mr. Hill says there will be the usual Q deejays as well as several live performances. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Visibility across the island is expected to gradually worsen today, as a plume of Sahara dust affects the island. As such, the Barbados Meteorological Services has issued a Significant Dust Haze Advisory. Meteorologist Cherise Brathwaite says the plume will increase in intensity from late tonight into tomorrow Tuesday. During that time, a yellow cast will be visible across the skies. The MET Office is urging people to be cautious as the dust haze affects the island. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

With Barbados experiencing a record year for visitor arrivals, water sports remain a popular attraction for many tourists this winter tourist. Our reporter Ackeem Clinkett visited some of the island's beaches and businesses to see how they are doing. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Members of the St. Michael South East constituency came together in a show of camaraderie as children, parents, officials and Member of Parliament Santia Bradshaw all banned together ahead of the Christmas season. And the annual Aunty Santia's Christmas Party was a hit among those in attendance. Rachelle Agard has that story. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Minister of Environment Adrian Forde has given the assurance that garbage collection will return to the usual schedule. Minister Forde made the promise while noting that he had delivered on a promise to Barbadians to provide new garbage trucks before Christmas. And Minister Forde, while apologising to Barbadians for the delay, says he is prepared to work with officials to ensure the outstanding new trucks are on the road next year. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

She has done it! Gabrielle Leslie won a record sixth straight Barbados Tennis Association Top Eight Invitational title on Saturday night. Leslie defeated Hannah Chambers 6-0, 6-2 in the women's final to secure the crown, while Xavier Lawrence was also impressive in his 6-2, 6-1 win over Stephen Solcombe in the men's final. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #Barbados #Tennis

Mornin' Barbados - December 23, 2024 Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Political commentator Peter Wickham is not surprised by Member of Parliament for St James North Edmund Hinkson's announcement that he has officially passed the baton to Senator Chad Blackman. He says such shifts are not new, as the Barbados Labour Party (BLP) has in the past changed candidates midstream and this particular move was anticipated. However, Mr Wickham tells CBC News what surprises him is that there is no announcement of a primary and it is left to be seen whether or not the opposition Democratic Labour Party (DLP) will field a candidate. Mr. Wickham says he has for some time expressed concerns that the opposition seems more interested in attacking the government and less interested in putting its house in order. Mr. Wickham says no political capital should be lost with this move, and it is highly unlikely the seat will be lost to the BLP and this now presents another test for the DLP. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #Politics #Election

Political commentator Peter Wickham is not surprised by Member of Parliament for St James North Edmund Hinkson's announcement that he has officially passed the baton to Senator Chad Blackman.  He says such shifts are not new, as the Barbados Labour Party (BLP) has in the past changed candidates midstream and this particular move was anticipated.  However, Mr Wickham tells CBC News what surprises him is that there is no announcement of a primary and it is left to be seen whether or not the opposition Democratic Labour Party (DLP) will field a candidate.    Mr. Wickham says he has for some time expressed concerns that the opposition seems more interested in attacking the government and less interested in putting its house in order.  Mr. Wickham says no political capital should be lost with this move, and it is highly unlikely the seat will be lost to the BLP and this now presents another test for the DLP. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #Politics #Election

As Barbadians go about their busy schedules trying to complete their last-minute shopping for Christmas a leading insurance executive is appealing for common sense to be exhibited on the busy roadways. Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors at Co-operators General Insurance Company Limited, Victor Hutchinson, says increased senseless driving of late is leading to unnecessary fender benders which have become a financial bugbear for insurance companies. He was speaking at the company's annual Christmas Luncheon and Awards Ceremony at the Accra Beach Hotel and Spa.  Ron Brathwaite reports. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #Insurance #RonBrathwaite

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Five-time champion Gabrielle Leslie will be hunting for a record sixth straight Women's title, when she takes on Hannah Chambers in tonight's final of the Barbados Tennis Association Top Eight tournament. Number one seed Leslie defeated #2 seed Serena Bryan in the semi-finals last night at the Tennis Centre in Wildey. Damien Best has more. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

On the last Saturday before Christmas there's been a surge of shoppers in the City. Krystal Hoyte has that story. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

A major development in the Barbados Labour Party camp. Member of Parliament for St. James North Edmund Hinkson has announced he will not be contesting his seat in the next general election. Speaking at a Christmas party for the children in the constituency, he announced he is passing the baton to Minister in the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Investment Senator Chad Blackman. Senator Blackman says he has been working with Mr. Hinkson since the last general election. Senator Blackman is the former Ambassador & Permanent Representative of Barbados to the United Nations and other international organisations in Geneva. He has over twenty years of experience in international development. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities