Barbados, as it forges ahead with its energy transition target, cannot wait until 2050. Minister of Energy and Business, Senator Lisa Cummins says with the goal to derive 100 percent of its energy from renewable energy, with 2035 being the outer limit, the policy has been set. She however says the regulatory arrangements must keep pace. Senator Cummins is in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates where she is participating in the 14th Session of the Assembly of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). She added her voice to those pressing for access to finance for small island developing states at levels she says are on terms and conditions that are fit for purpose. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Chief Fisheries Officer Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox is pleased with boat owners' response to Government's Commercial Fishing Vessel Remarking Exercise. Dr. Cox told CBC News since the exercise was launched on January 15, boat owners have been making arrangements to have their vessels remarked even before the due date for their mandatory inspections. Dr. Cox says while recent checks have identified one thousand one hundred and sixty-three registered boats, all of them are not active. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

Efforts are being ramped up to make the service offered to Barbadians seeking medical attention at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital a top priority moving forward. This comes through an initiative promoting patient-centred care. Communication Specialist at the QEH Shane Sealy says they have implemented various initiatives aimed at streamlining operations and optimising resource allocation to reduce patient wait times. Mr. Sealy however, maintains it is essential to acknowledge health-care delivery at whatever level can be very complex. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

A global recession is unlikely in 2024. This is according to the International Monetary Fund's World Economic Outlook released on Tuesday. Our Krystal Hoyte is in Washington DC, covering the IMF Spring Meetings and filed this report. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

Shakeem Nurse is the senior boy's champion of the Sandy Lane Charitable Trust Easter junior road tennis tournament. Sports Minister Charles Griffith, who took in some of the action, says it is important to host junior tournaments for the development of the sport at the grassroots level. Minister Griffith also highlighted how Government plans to further support the continued growth and success of the sport. In the other finals: Playing in the finals at the Belfield Road Tennis Courts in Black Rock over the weekend, Nurse defeated Tyrease Holder in two straight games 21-17 and 21-19, winning the boys' 18 to 21 division. Azarie Clarke won the boys' 15 to 17 section after beating Jael Greaves at 18 & 18. Ranesha Stewart took the girls' 11 to 16 division, defeating Kezia Blunt 16-21; 21-19; 21-18. Kenoja Belgrave won the boys' 11 to 14 section at 18 & 16 over Tyrico Brathwaite. Nyal Bushell secured the primary school boys title at 18 & 19 over Devonte Gill. And Jakara Archer is the primary school girl's champion after beating Sariah Howell 21-17; 17-21; 21-16. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

Mornin' Barbados - April 17, 2024 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #MorninBarbados #MorningReport

Diana Cumberbatch collapsed in tears as she pleaded for her 14-year-old daughter Donisha Thomas, who has been missing for the past three weeks, to get in contact with the family. Diana was joined by her uncle Mark Cumberbatch, wife Asenatha, and other relatives at the home in Alexandria, St Lucy. They are calling on the relevant authorities to help them locate the teenager. (Video by Jameel Springer)

A proposal to develop lands at Newton Plantation, Christ Church is not sitting well with residents at nearby Bannatyne. Concerned residents spoke to CBC News today, voicing their objections. They contend it contradicts the country's stated goal to grow food and improve food security. Trevor Thorpe reports. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Local businesses are hoping for a calming of tensions in the Middle East, to avoid any possible negative impact on the island. Iran reportedly launched more than three hundred missiles and drones at Israel over the weekend. Since then there's been concern about how and if Israel will respond and what it would mean for the rest of the world. Sharika Griffith has been following this developing story. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

In an effort to maintain the viability of the benefit programme under the Barbados Drug Service (BDS), changes have been made to the protocol for issuing insulin. Word of this from Acting Director of the Service, Delores Mascoll. Changes made to the Barbados Drug Formulary took effect from April 1 this year, where diabetic patients who were previously issued with up to five diabetic pens, have now been reduced to two pens per month. In a release issued by the Government Information Service, the Drug Service noted it pays for a maximum of two pens per client per month. However, this new protocol does not affect visually impaired people and those 18 years and under. Individuals in the above classes will continue to receive four Apidra SoloSTAR pens, and/or five of the other available pens, as long as prescriptions are filled at Government pharmacies. Ms. Mascoll stresses that health officials need to maintain the viability of the programme. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

A local association continues to advocate for employers to grant female employees menstrual leave. Executive Director of the Katrina Endometriosis and Women's Health Association, Katrina Alleyne, says too many women are suffering in silence as they experience debilitating menstrual cycles monthly. According to her, they need time away from work to cope and recover mentally and physically. Ms. Alleyne was speaking at a pop up at Sky Mall, Haggatt Hall, to commemorate Endometriosis Awareness Month which coincided with a poverty campaign. Through a collaboration with Massy Foundation, the association exhibited menstrual health products and spoke to shoppers about the importance of women's reproductive health. Women from marginalised communities also got the opportunity to sign up for monthly period poverty packages. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Dimitri Kirton is the new champion of the Barbados Junior International Under-14 Tennis Tournament, after defeating fellow Barbadian Zach King in straight sets in the final at the Wildey Tennis Centre recently. CBC's Anmar Goodridge-Boyce reports. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Minister in the Prime Minister's Office with Responsibility for Culture, Senator Dr. Shantal Munro-Knight says the creative sector is poised for an explosion this year. She made the revelation during a fashion show featuring the designs of Cicely Harewood at the Daphne Joseph Hackett Theatre. During her speech, Minister Munro-Knight also praised Ms. Harewood for continuing to share her talent with the country over the years. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Two milestones in the wines and spirits industry will be celebrated in Barbados later this year. Area Manager for Latin America and the Caribbean at Bardinet, Fanny Rivalland made the disclosure over the weekend during a hands-on training session organised by Stansfeld Scott at Deb's Bar, Foul Bay, St. Philip. Trevor Thorpe has the story. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Moved by a desire to keep Bajan culture alive and the preservation of the Barbados Landship, Barbados is eyeing another World Heritage inscription. The country is seeking to have the Landship programme nominated for inscription on the list of Intangible Cultural Heritage in need of urgent safeguarding. Minister in the Prime Minister's Office with Responsibility for Culture, Senator Dr. Shantal Munro-Knight says the Division of Culture is lobbying for the inscription. Ms. Munro-Knight's comments came during the graduation ceremony for the first cohort of the Barbados Landship Certification Course. The course, developed in collaboration with the Faculty of Culture, Creative and Performing Arts at the University of the West Indies and the National Cultural Foundation, was designed to equip participants with the experience, knowledge and material required for certification as an NCF and Barbados Landship Association approved leader and teacher. Minister Munro-Knight says an ecosystem of support for the Barbados Landship is required. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Making Headlines... Health officials reporting supply challenges with some drugs. Barbadians to benefit from a free delivery service. Officials discussing moving some of the island's cruise business to St. Peter. And in Sports...Ocean Pearl produces a gem of a performance to Win International Game Fishing Tournament. Subscribe to CBC News Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados Connect with CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

A local pharmacist is seeking to allay fears that the drug insulin has been removed from the Barbados National Drug Formulary. Pharmacist at Eagle Hall Pharmacy, Derek Catlyn told CBC News no drugs have been removed from the benefits scheme, but rather the protocol of administering the drug has changed. Mr Catlyn explained following the Easter bank holidays a circular outlining the new protocol, which reduced the issue of up to five insulin pens per month to one, was issued. However, he says three days later, an amendment was made to dispense two pens per month to diabetic patients. His comments come in the wake of an outcry across social media platforms from diabetes patients stating they will have to choose between purchasing medication or going hungry. Mr Catlyn says there is no need for patients to panic or be alarmed they will not have access to the required medicine. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #Insulin #Pharmacy

Mornin' Barbados - April 16, 2024 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #MorninBarbados #MorningReport

The public and private sectors must work together to take the economy to higher heights. That's the word tonight from, the Minister in the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Investment, Chad Blackman. He is insisting Barbados must not retreat from its challenges since the price of failure is too big a burden for the country to bear. Wendy Burke reports. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

One of the members of the Democratic Labour Party's (DLP) old guard, is urging President Dr. Ronnie Yearwood to respect the constitution and traditions of the party. The comments come from former Minister of Education, Ronald Jones, during his address at a DLP Christ Church Zone meeting at St. Christopher Primary School. Mr. Jones says President Yearwood is 45 years old and is the future of the party as the DLP has evolved in interesting ways over the years. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre