CAM Smart Assurance City United Celtics have clinched a playoff spot in the Co-operators General Insurance BABA Premier League. Playing at the Wildey Gym last night, the Celtics upset Burger King Clapham Bulls 80-73. Meanwhile Pinelands made light work of NSC Combined Schools Tridents. 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

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley is making it abundantly clear Government's debt restructuring efforts have been reaping great gains. During her wrap up of the Appropriation Bill, 2024, Ms. Mottley says growth to date is at 0.6% in real terms and 0.5% in nominal terms. She has also reported that Barbados' unemployment rate is significantly down. According to her, as of December 2023 the country's unemployment rate stood at 7.9%. 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

There have been more positive revelations in the House about Barbados' major revenue earner, tourism. According to Minister Ian Gooding-Edghill, winter 2024/2025 airlift is expected to expand by more than 85,000 seats. Mr. Gooding-Edghill says the growth is led largely by the return of several airlines to the island from the US, UK and Canadian markets. 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

The Caribbean Institute for Meteorology and Hydrology has joined forces with a group of like-minded organisations to work on combatting the effects of climate change in climate sensitive sectors. However, Principal Dr. David Farrell says as talks of climate change and vulnerabilities continue, more needs to be done to deal with the issue. The Regional Workshop on National Frameworks on Climate Services in the Caribbean is being held at the Accra Beach Hotel. It's a collaboration of a number of agencies including the CIMH, the World Metereological Organisation and the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration. Dr. Farrell says the journey in climate services started over a decade ago, but Barbados is nowhere near where it ought to be in the fight on climate change. 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 of Home Affairs and Information, Wilfred Abrahams, is urging citizens to take advantage of training opportunities provided by Government. He was speaking during the Appropriation Bill, 2024. Mr. Abrahams says in his own constituency of Christ Church East, they have recently started an educational initiative for 30 people. 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 of Housing, Lands and Maintenance Dwight Sutherland has cleared the air on the ownership of Home Ownership Providing Energy or HOPE Inc. He says HOPE is a commercial state-owned enterprise with Government as the lone shareholder and not a private entity. The Minister has also made it clear there's nothing nefarious about the letter presented yesterday by Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne and listed the lands which have been vested by the National Housing Corporation in HOPE. Mr. Sutherland says some 15 sites will be used to provide homes to ordinary Barbadians. 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

Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne is concerned that two and a half years after becoming a Republic nation, Barbadians have not been presented with a new Constitution. He made the comments last evening during his Reply to the 2024 Budget. 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 new fuel is now available to Barbadian motorists. It was unveiled by petroleum company Sol Barbados Limited, at a ceremony at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre. Regional Manager Marketing Rochene Yarde told specially invited guests the new fuel is designed for better fuel economy. 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

In short order, Government will be tabling proposals on living wages to assist low income earners. This was disclosed by Minister of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector, Colin Jordan earlier today. He added that Government will be adjusting and indexing the minimum wage. 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 Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs Ryan Straughn says if the COVID-19 pandemic did not happen, debt would be down 100%. He made the charge during his contribution to the Budgetary Proposals and Financial Statement, 2024. Mr. Straughn says Government had no choice but to borrow money as the circumstances dictated that it was necessary. 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

Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Transport and Works, Dr. Romel Springer, is in full support of the proposed 5 personal days for public servants. Dr. Springer was making his contribution this morning during the Appropriation Bill 2024. He said workers no longer had to feel guilty about taking much needed days to go to the doctor, or take care of ailing family members. However, Dr. Springer said he hoped workers did not abuse the allowance. The measures are set to take effect on June 1, 2024. 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

Member of Parliament for St. George North, Toni Moore supports the measures outlined in the 2024 Budget, she suggests there's much more that can be done for the working class. She suggests calls for progressive taxation reforms are confusing. 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

Minister of State in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Davidson Ishmael has responded to opposition concerns about the selection of a chief executive officer to lead the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. He's dismissed suggestions government is denying citizens the right to apply or quality for jobs. 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

Barbados' Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley is optimistic of limitless opportunities with the deepening of partnerships between Africa and the Caribbean. Among the areas identified, are renewable energy, education, sustainable agriculture and pharmaceutical access. She has advised by harnessing the collective strengths and resources, citizens of the two regions stand to benefit. Prime Minister Mottley was among the panel for a hybrid symposium on "Strengthening Cooperation Between African & Caribbean States: Facing the Challenges, Creating Solutions". It was organised by the PJ Patterson Institute for Africa-Caribbean Public Advocacy at the University of the West Indies. 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

Making Headlines... Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley delivers a budget intended to foster economic and social development. Barbados' hosting the ICC T20 World Cup could provide unprecedented global exposure. Help underway for Spa Hill, St. Joseph experiencing road woes. And in Sports...Combermere boys and girls take the early BSSAC leads after day 1. 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

It is time for today's Athlete in the Spotlight, and we are featuring an athlete who certainly left a mark in Powerade-Dasani BSSAC Field Events. 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

Members of the Barbados Labour Party take a break from the House of Assembly after the Reply to the 2024 Financial Statement and Budgetary Proposals by Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne. Coverage is brought to you by First Citizens Bank – We Put You First. (Video by Reco Moore) #YourNewsYourTimeYourWay #TheSourceMatters #Barbados #BarbadosNews #BarbadosBudget

Barbados is set to be a hub to host Formula 'E' races. Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley, speaking during her presentation of Government's 2024 Budget, said a new track will be laid to allow for this. Motor racing fans will also see action return regularly, with the first major event set for summer 2024. The Prime Minister says these initiatives are being done to make Barbados a powerhouse in the motorsports arena once again. 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 - March 20, 2024 LIVE from: Standard Distribution, Wildey, St. Michael 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

Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne leaves the house of assembly after delivering the Reply to the 2024 Financial Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne. Coverage is brought to you by First Citizens Bank – We Put You First. (Video by Reco Moore) #YourNewsYourTimeYourWay #TheSourceMatters #Barbados #BarbadosNews #BarbadosBudget