Member of Parliament for Christ Church South, Ralph Thorne has officially been sworn in as Opposition Leader. The ceremony occurred at State House before President the Most Honourable Dame Sandra Mason on Monday. Thorne addressed the media after the ceremony. (Video by Jameel Springer)

During the BLP Christ Church East branch meeting Minister of Education, Technological and Vocational Training, Kay McConney, also provided an update on plans for an overhaul of the education system. According to her, a proposal to make it mandatory for children as young as three to attend school is among the measures being considered. Currently, the mandatory age is five to 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

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has publicly responded to concerns about the Labour Clauses Concessions Bill. The bill, which is to be debated in the House of Assembly this week, seeks to establish minimum rates and conditions for workers, which companies benefiting from tax concessions should adhere to. Speaking during a BLP Christ Church East branch meeting, Ms. Mottley revealed Government foregoes approximately 750 million dollars in revenue each year, as a result of tax concessions. Prime Minister Mottley says Government is simply legislating what has existed under the collective bargaining agreement with labour unions and hoteliers for the past 60 years. She's therefore dismissed suggestions the legislation may act as a deterrent to foreign investors. 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

Member of Parliament for Christ Church South, Ralph Thorne has officially been sworn in as Opposition Leader. The ceremony took place this morning at State House before President the Most Honourable Dame Sandra Mason. It comes just days after the former Government Backbencher crossed the floor. Speaking to the media directly after taking the oath, Mr. Thorne confirmed he was no longer a member of the Barbados Labour Party and stated his reason for leaving the Government. When asked if he would be joining the Democratic Labour Party, he said he did not want to reside within narrow political concerns. 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 sports bar open on the west coast is being seen as strengthening the country's sports tourism product. The Tipsy Monkey which officially opened over the weekend is expected to help generate more visitor spend. Veteran tourism executive, Alvin Jemmott, says sports tourism generates millions. The chief executive officer and owner Peter Griffith provided insight into how the holetown establishment came to be. 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

Morning Report | Mornin' Barbados - February 12, 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

Rickey Walcott rode “Mercedes” to victory and captured the Michael Parravicino Memorial Hopeful Breeders' Stakes and Trophy at the Garrison Savannah yesterday. 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 #Horse #HorseRacing

The Barbados Consumer Empowerment Network wants stronger laws and greater enforcement to protect consumers from exploitative prices. Executive Director, Maureen Holder, made the call as the organisation expressed concern about what it says is a trend of escalating prices in Barbados. Ms Holder says consumers' rights must be protected. 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 #Prices #Consumer

A contingent from the Barbados Tourism Management Inc. is in Trinidad for their Carnival to promote the Crop Over festival. The initiative is in conjunction with the National Cultural Foundation which allowed some artistes to act as Ambassadors at the carnival. The Caribbean Director at the BTMI Graham Clarke is one of the contingents on the ground and visited the junior parade of the bands. He stated that the whole purpose behind the initiative is to promote Barbados as well as support Trinidad in their festivities. Mr Clarke added that the initiative was more than just about carnival. 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 # #CropOVer #TrinidadandTobago

Yesterday's bombshell revelation of the crossing of the floor by Christ Church South Member of Parliament, Ralph Thorne, continues to reverberate across the local political spectrum. There have been volumes of analysis and much speculation from political scientists to regular Barbadians and the focus tonight has been on the Christ Church East branch meeting which Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley addressed. She said all is well and the Barbados Labour Party (BLP) will continue to provide representation unabridged and uninterrupted to the people of Christ Church South.  That was her declaration as she broke silence on the sudden departure of Ralph Thorne from the party. While thanking Mr Thorne for his service to the Barbados Labour Party from 2018 until now,  the Prime Minister extended best wishes to him in his future endeavours. She added that other party members are in the dark about Thorne's decision to leave the BLP. Meanwhile, over in St John, the Democratic Labour Party (DLP) has not ruled out letting Ralph Thorne back into its fold. DLP leader Dr Ronnie Yearwood says the party will never close its doors to any Barbadian who wants to serve. Questions continue on the Upper House and what the composition of the Senate will be like following the swearing-in of the Opposition Leader tomorrow. We put that question to political scientist Dr. George Belle. He says the Constitution guarantees the leader of the opposition two senate appointments and once sworn in, Ralph Thorne can tell the President who his selections are. The current senate composition came to be as President Dame Sandra Mason made the appointments in the absence of an Opposition Leader. However, these individuals would have to make way for other appointees. 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 #MiaMottley #OppositionLeader

A 21-year-old Barbadian man is confirmed to have drowned at Cobbler's Cove, near Speightstown, St Peter. He was swimming with friends around 10 a.m. and got into difficulty. More details as they come. (Video by Jameel Springer)

On this episode of Tryin' Ah Ting Dwayne Gibbs takes ah 'shot' at Practical Shooting, a growing sport in Barbados Produced by Akeel Lovell Hosted by Dwayne Gibbs #Nationnews #Tryinahting

After over 30 years of service, Assistant Ambulance Officer Nigel Gooding has signed off into retirement. The accolades were many as his fellow workmates paid tribute Wednesday at a retirement celebration held in his honour. Gooding, who began as an EMT in 1989, retired on Tuesday. Reminiscing on when they first met, friend and former EMT partner, Charles Legall remembers Gooding as a dedicated man. After passing the baton to the newest Assistant Ambulance Officer, Mr. Gooding delivered his farewell speech. He thanked those at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital he worked with throughout his career, revealing he drew his inspiration from them. Mr. Gooding says it has been a privilege to serve. 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 #Ambulance #AmbulanceService

Barbadians have been reacting to the news of MP for Christ Church South Ralph Throne crossing the floor of Parliament to be this country's opposition leader. #MeAndMyNation #YourNewsYourTimeYourWay #TheSourceMatters

Two dominant wins were recorded this week as the Co-operators General Insurance BABA Premier League continued at the Wildey Gym. Fusionz Boutique Station Hill Cavaliers enjoyed a 24-point win over Warrens All Stars, while Burger King Clapham Bulls demolished Spartans by a 64-point margin. Here's a look at the games with Ann Marie Burke. 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 decision by Member of Parliament for Christ Church South, Ralph Thorne to cross the floor of Parliament has come as a surprise to many. The move to break ranks with the Barbados Labour Party in the House of Assembly to become the island's next Opposition Leader has been a major talking point among Barbadians. Our Krystal Hoyte has been following that 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

The move by Ralph Thorne is the second time since the Barbados Labour Party won the two 30-nil victories that one of their backbenchers has crossed the floor. Retired Political Scientist Dr. George Belle says the decision may have implications for his political future. He sees Opposition politics benefitting as a result of the move by the Christ Church South MP. 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

Political Analyst Peter Wickham has described Christ Church South MP Ralph Thorne's decision to cross the floor of Parliament, as a political master stroke. He has also commented on Mr. Thorne's possible next move. 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

Seven young men are to receive training expected to help them become successful entertainers. It's being done through the Build Your Own Door initiative, a component of the National Peace Programme, which was launched yesterday. Six of the participants were previously involved in the Peace Programme's Flip Yuh Script programme where many lamented a lack of opportunities to get a foot in the door in their chosen field -hence the idea to build their own door. One of the facilitators, Ishiaka McNeil, says the other participant who was formerly incarcerated will join the programme in a few days as he seeks to reintegrate into society. Participants will receive training in performance skills and ethics, self imaging and fashion, music theory, personal and professional development, social media presence and music production. At the end of the eight weeks there is to be a showcase. One of the participants Stefan Lemon, a DJ, expressed gratitude for the opportunity. Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Attorney General, Hughland Allman, has heaped praise on the work of the National Peace 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

Minister of Youth, Sports and Community Empowerment Charles Griffith believes community-based organisations are absolutely necessary for the cultural landscape of Barbados. Mr. Griffith was speaking at a workshop held by his Ministry at the Radisson Hotel. He says these organisations are pivotal to society's survival as they can reach groups, such as at-risk youth, as well as bring elements to the community that are not there right now. Mr. Griffith has also encouraged the participants to take the information and relay it to their communities so there will be a constant transition of leaders. 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