Barbadians can still use their old laminated ID cards after tomorrow, January 31. Minister of Industry, Innovation, Science and Technology Marsha Caddle says they will remain valid. The old ID cards however as they begin to peel and are no longer accepted will have to be replaced. Minister Caddle, while delivering a Ministerial Statement in Parliament, revealed there's been an overwhelming uptake of the Trident ID by citizens. As of January 26, some 243,320 people were registered, compared to a resident population of 269,090. She says this overwhelming uptake means Government need not act as an irritant by insisting on the mandatory adoption of the Trident ID and disenfranchise those in need of Government services. Ms. Caddle says as of February 1, 2024, the Electoral and Boundaries Commission returns to normal operations and regular registration process. She says EBC will now move to the stage of validating the addresses of those who have pre-registered. 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 organiser of the island's biggest agricultural expo, Agrofest, has its eyes set on welcoming another participant from South America, besides Guyana and Suriname which are already involved. Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Agricultural Society, James Paul says an announcement will be made soon. Agrofest 2024 will be held under the theme, 'Securing Our Roots Through Agriculture' come February 23-25. Mr. Paul expects the event will be well patronised. With schools expected to be on mid-term break around the hosting of Agrofest, Mr. Paul says they are still open to welcoming students. 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 University of the West Indies has been advised that it must address the financial situation it faces, in order to maintain its ability to provide world-class education. Principal of the UWI Five Islands Campus, Professor Justin Robinson revealed that while Caribbean governments contributed approximately 237.85 million U.S. dollars during the 2013 financial year, that figure declined 10 years later. He says it's no cheap endeavour, noting the university operates in the same economy as the rest of the Caribbean. Professor Robinson's comments came during his induction ceremony in Antigua and Barbuda. Principal and Pro Vice Chancellor of UWI Cave Hill, Professor Clive Landis acknowledged the strides made by Professor Robinson in his academic journey, including his role at the Cave Hill Campus. He sees him as an ideal principal for UWI's five islands. 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 2024 Co-operators General Insurance BABA Premier League bounced off at the BCC gym with four match-ups. N.S.C. Combined Schools Tridents registered the early win of the day, beating Lakers 76-64, while City United Celtics got the better of Warrens all stars 83-45. There were also wins for Station Hill Cavaliers and defending champions Pinelands Sports Club. Damien Best shares those two match-ups. 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 seventy-five thousand dollar business centre for seniors is set to be opened in Barbados soon. This has been disclosed by President of the Barbados Association of Retired Persons, Marilyn Rice-Bowen. She says it's a partnership with the Barbados Public Workers Co-operative Credit Union Limited and the Legacy Foundation. Trevor Thorpe 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

Morning Report | Mornin' Barbados - January 30, 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

Defending champions Weymouth Wales thrashed arch-rivals Paradise four-nil when the BFA Premier League season kicked off last night at the Wildey Turf. Andre Applewhaite, Ackeel Applewhaite, Nadre Butcher and Kemar Headley all got on the score sheet. Meanwhile, newly promoted club Kickstart Rush and Weymouth Wales women tasted success on the night. CBC's Anmar Goodridge-Boyce tells more. 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

Former minister and senator in the previous Democratic Labour Party administration, Maxine McClean, has called on the Government to provide more information on the level of security in place for the new IDs. She was speaking during a news conference at the headquarters of Unity Workers’ Union in Belleville, St Michael. (Video by Tre Greaves) #MeAndMyNation #YourNewsYourTimeYourWay #TheSourceMatters

Barbados and other regional countries have been asked to step back up their COVID-19 surveillance. Executive Director of the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) Dr. Joy St. John says heightened vigilance is needed with several conferences and other events like the Cricket World Cup scheduled in the coming months. She says it's also necessary with the presence of the JN 1 and HV1 variants in CARICOM. Dr. St. John notes the first six months of the year are going to be very busy and CARPHA will be stepping up its surveillance efforts as well. 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

West Indies cricket fans are still buzzing with excitement after the regional team snatched a magnificent victory over Australia on Sunday. The Windies appeared to be facing defeat in the second test at the Gabba before Guyanese fast bowler Shamar Joseph produced a memorable spell with figures of seven for 68 to bowl West Indies to an unforgettable eight-run victory. Our cameras took to the streets to get reactions from the fans to the brilliant performance. 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

Another major step is being taken to develop the island's theatre talent and Barbadians will get to be part of it. In a few weeks time, come February 17, Barbadians will get to see the island's newest artists thanks to the community drama project. The three-month series titled, 'Wuh En Pass Yuh En Miss Yuh: A Bajan Trio', is scheduled to run until April. It was proposed by Simon Alleyne and it is being executed in partnership with the Ministry of Culture with support from the National Cultural Foundation. Through the project, a number of amateur actors and crew will be given the opportunity to hone their skills. They'll be working with three experienced theatre directors on three leading local literary works. Chief Cultural Officer Andrea Wells is upbeat about the prospects for the project. 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

Some residents in Christ Church and St. Philip have still been experiencing water woes today. After extensive work by the Barbados Water Authority to fix a ruptured 16-inch main in the vicinity of Woodbourne, St. Philip some districts are still having issues. Manager of Communications Yvette Harris-Griffith says efforts are being made to assist affected residents. 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 major push is on to boost literacy by getting Barbadians to read more. The National Library Service is behind the move to get people back into the libraries across the island. 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

Blue Bolts edged Green Gators to win Belmont Primary School sports on Friday. (Photos by Sandy Pitt) #MeAndMyNation #YourNewsYourTimeYourWay #TheSourceMatters

Digital payment solutions were the focus of this year’s FinTech Island Experience (FIX24) conference. In its second year running, the three-day event which was held at the Wyndham Grand Barbados, Sam Lord’s Castle Resort gathered FinTech start-up businesses from all over the world to find ways to solve problems within the sector. Co-founder and CEO of Fintech Islands, Allison Hunte spoke to Nation News at the start of the just concluded event. (Video by Akeel Lovell) #MeAndMyNation #TheSourceMatters #FIX24

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley sees the recent launch of a book by a noted Barbadian as especially appropriate and timely, given its emphasis on the importance of faith in times of trouble. The Prime Minister made the comment during a special ceremony at the James Street Methodist Church, to officially launch the book of Spiritual Advisor to the Cabinet of Barbados, Reverend Dr. Adrian Smith. The book is entitled Faith in the Crisis. Meanwhile, the author was thankful for all of the support he received in making the book a reality. He also encouraged others with similar dreams of writing their own books to do so. 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 plea for the Rosegate, St. John community to add some more amenities and build out the area. Its coming from Manager at Guinea Estates, Edward Ince, as he donated a parcel of land to representative for the area Charles Griffith. A playpark has been built for the children in the area to enjoy and it has been named in honour of beloved resident, Carlisle Beckles, who died last year. The park was one of the projects he wanted to get off the ground. Mr. Ince spoke about some of the other things which could be constructed in the area. Mr. Griffith in accepting the gift, said this gesture was not one you would find every day. He also believes it's at the right time to give children a space to be active and constructive in. 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 leading officer in the Barbados Cadet Corps wants it recognised as an institution of development for leadership in Barbados. He's captain of the number one Cadet Company at Harrison College Jeffrey Wallace. He made the comment during the review and parade at the Barbados Community College grounds to celebrate the 120th anniversary of the founding of the Barbados Cadet Corp. He says many of the esteemed leaders within society have received their foundation of discipline from passing through the ranks of the corp. Captain Wallace says the Cadet Corps has risen showing signs of growth having now secured the attachment of over 20 schools in Barbados. 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

Verdun and Marina Houses capped off their activities for Drug Awareness Month, by joining with the Lions Club of St. Michael to provide lunch for the homeless. Ackeem Clinkett was in Queen’s Park and has the details. 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 #FeedingTheHungry #FeedingTheHomeless

A major push is on to boost literacy by getting Barbadians to read more. Over the weekend, a team from the National Library Service did a walkthrough of some communities in St. Joseph, where they sought to bring awareness to the services people can access. CBC News spoke with the acting director of the service Jennifer Yarde. 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