Having the general public and businesses well informed about hazards and other natural disasters is top of mind for communications and disaster specialists. The Public Information and Education Committee recently met at the Department of Emergency Management to discuss how they intend to sharpen the focus in bringing accurate and timely information to give warning. Programme Officer with the DEM Simon Alleyne says there are several things they need to ensure are correct. The issue of multi-hazard impacts was also raised in the face of climate change, where weather phenomena occurs outside of the usual hurricane cycle. 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

Regional grouping, CARICOM, despite its efforts to assist fellow member state, Haiti has not been able to reach any form of consensus between the Haitian government and respective stakeholders in the opposition. Violence has escalated as gangs ramp up pressure on Prime Minister Ariel Henry to secure a political settlement. CARICOM Chairman and President of Guyana, Dr. Irfaan Ali described the unfolding situation in Haiti as complex. The 15-member bloc has been working on the issue around the clock for the last three days. 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

Citrus Greening Disease has proven to be a menace for citrus growers in Barbados and other parts of the world, including Florida. Acting Chief Agricultural Officer, Michael James has told Barbadians and lovers of limes there is no cure for the disease. He also touched on efforts locally and internationally to address it. 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 Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security is looking to expand its Soil Analysis Programme. Senior Agricultural Officer, Glen Marshall says soil is a resource the country has to protect as long as possible. He revealed during the Estimates Debate that a Soil Analysis Programme was undertaken years ago, starting with its five agricultural stations. 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

Barbados and the region on the eve of International Women's Day have heard countries still have a long way to go towards equity, eradicating harmful gender stereotypes and ending all forms of violence. While acknowledging the strides made regarding law and policy, Commissioner of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, Roberta Clarke has told the Organisation of American States, OAS that public policy gaps remain evident today. Ms. Clarke was at the time addressing a Special Meeting of the OAS Permanent Council to commemorate International Women's Day. The campaign theme for International Women's Day 2024 is to 'Inspire Inclusion'. Interim Representative of Barbados to the OAS, Christobelle Reece says Barbados is proud of the role of its female leaders. 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

The lobby for implementation of front-of-package warning labels is intensifying. The latest effort involves the launch of a media campaign by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Barbados at the Golden Square Freedom Park in Bridgetown. Chairperson of the Barbados Childhood Obesity Prevention Coalition, Professor Anne St. John says concern remains that many prepackaged foods have high levels of added sugars, sodium, saturated fats and refined carbohydrates. She says nutrition warning systems are important to tackle the growing problem of chronic non communicable diseases. President of the Barbados Association of Medical Practitioners Dr. Lynda Williams says several Barbadians are considered medically obese and are at risk of developing major health problems. She says ways must be found to avoid a crisis. 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 call is being made for the youth to be given a better understanding of financial matters. It is coming from Minister of Energy and Business Development Senator Lisa Cummins speaking during the Fund Access' Keeping It Real Series. She said a financial literacy programme has already started in schools and is the lead-up to a financial literacy summit that has been earmarked for Barbados next year. 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 new money market broker has opened its doors in Barbados. It's Jamaica Money Market Brokers Limited (JMMB), located on the second floor, Hastings Business Centre, Hastings, Christ Church. Before cutting the ribbon to declare the office open, Executive Director Michael Jordan said the opening of the offices in Barbados is a pivotal moment in the company's ability to provide financial expertise in a competitive market. The JMMB top official told the audience, which included Minister of Energy and Business Development Senator Lisa Cummins, the office is more than just a physical space, but a commitment to service excellence. 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 07, 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

Making Headlines... Barbados is sending troops to Haiti as part of a Multinational Force. The BTMI to create a tourism link with Africa. The lobby intensifies for Front of Package labelling. And in Sports...Barbados, Jamaica and Guyana win in today's Women's Super50. 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

Combermere have taken the lead in both the Boys and Girls sections at the end of day two at this year's Dasani-Powerade Barbados Secondary Schools Athletic Championship at Harrison College. The athletes from Waterford are out front in the Girls with 51 points, followed by Alleyne School - 47 and SMS Cougars 41. In the boys, Combermere have a 10 point lead over Queen's College. Going into day three, Combermere will start on 61, QC 51, while Christ Church Foundation are third with 29 points. CBC's Anmar Goodridge-Boyce reports on some of today's action. 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 Barbados Defence Force is preparing to send troops to Haiti as part of a multi-national intervention to help restore order there. It comes some 30 years after the island's last deployment to Haiti for Operation: Restore Democracy. Military Advisor to the Chief of Staff, Lieutenant Colonel Carlos Lovell, made the disclosure this morning at the launch of the BDF’s 45th anniversary celebrations at St. Ann’s Fort, the Garrison, St. Michael. While he cannot say how soon troops will be deployed, Lt. Col. Lovell has revealed the BDF is in the planning stages. Lieutenant Colonel Lovell adds the BDF is currently in discussions with other governments across the region, as part of CARICOM’s commitment to finding a solution to the unrest in Haiti. Regarding the anniversary celebrations this year, Mr. Lovell says several activities are planned for this year under the theme "Proving Excellence, Shaping the Future". They include an inaugural media boot camp and the 120th anniversary of the Cadet Corps. He's underscored the importance of the BDF's role locally and regionally. 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

Small island developing states are facing challenges in the race to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. The revelation was made by Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office Dr. Shantal Munro-Knight as she addressed the Annual Coordination Meeting for the United Nations Multi-Country Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework at Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lord's Castle today. She told the meeting, attended by Government and private sector stakeholders from the Dutch and English-speaking Caribbean, development finance to fight climate change is diminishing in quality and quantity. Trevor Thorpe has more. 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 Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc has its eyes set on creating a linkage between Barbados and Africa this year. That's according to BTMI Chairman Shelly Williams. She was responding to comments that enough was not being done to tap into that market. She says the goal is to create a sustainable partnership between Barbados and Africa with regular airlift rather than one off connection opportunities. 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 sugar cane industry in Barbados is alive and well. Ambassador Dr. Clyde Mascoll made that submission during the Estimates Debate, as he said production has actually increased in recent years. The BAMC Chairman maintains that the crop remains important to the development of the agriculture sector. 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

Senior Agricultural Officer Bret Taylor says officials are concerned about a new pest impacting the island's Sea Island Cotton. He says the same pest affects okras. 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 may soon be additional opportunities for individuals interested in agriculture to get into farming. That disclosure from Agriculture Minister Indar Weir, who says his Ministry plans to bolster the efforts of the Community Agricultural Response for Enfranchisement or CARE project, in the next financial year. The Minister says with Cabinet's approval, a number of aquaponics farms will be set up in each constituency. 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

Another call has been made for the establishment of a Scotland District Authority. Deputy Prime Minister Santia Bradshaw has told the Ministry of Agriculture during the Estimates Debate that it's needed. Ms. Bradshaw, who is also the Minister of Transport and Works has been working closely with the Agriculture Ministry through the Scotland Road Rehabilitation Project. In response, Minister of Agriculture, Indar Weir says the Scotland District Authority legislation is being reviewed by its attorney. 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

Experienced farmers in Barbados will be working alongside young farmers when the Ministry of Agriculture establishes a Crop Production Unit. Minister Indar Weir expects it to be set up this year as officials work to increase production. The announcement came as discussion continued on the Agriculture Head during the Estimates Debate. He expects the partnership will augur well for the agricultural sector. Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Agricultural Development and Marketing Corporation (BADMC) Fredrick Inniss says many experienced farmers are willing to provide the necessary support. He further revealed several plots of land have been brought back into production through the Farmers' Empowerment and Enfranchisement Drive (FEED) 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

Schoolchildren are expected to be exposed to new innovations in agriculture with the construction of a multi-million dollar facility. Agriculture Minister Indar Weir, says phase one of construction for a tissue culture lab will also include an innovation centre. 42.7 million dollars has been allocated to the first phase of the project, and the Solicitor General's Chambers is currently reviewing the contract with the developer. Mr. Weir says once approved, he's hopeful work will begin by early next month. 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