Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley is touting the benefits of a regional debt-for-climate swap. Barbados signed such an agreement in September 2022, allowing the country to divert existing debt service to address challenges created by the climate crisis. Over the next 15 years, the island is expected to save 50 million US dollars. Speaking during an interview with the IMF Today programme, Ms. Mottley suggested the model could be expanded to CARICOM. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

A new Barbadian rum has entered the market and it's associated with the Barbados Museum. The Garrison Grog is a 14-year-old rum produced at the Foursquare Rum Distillery. It was launched last evening at the Barbados Museum, where the idea of showcasing the island's heritage in a bottle originated resulting in the production of Garrison Grog. Speaking at the event, Director of the Barbados Museum and Historical Society, Alissandra Cummins said the rum was created to celebrate their 90th anniversary as an authority of the history, heritage and culture of Barbados. Meanwhile Master Distiller & Master Blender at the Foursquare Rum Distillery Richard Seale says the company has been looking for ways to build out the tourism product through Barbadian heritage. He says this collaboration with the Museum is a step in the right direction, not only for his company but also for the country. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital is investigating the circulation of a message encouraging workers to withdraw labour. The QEH says the message and associated actions were not sanctioned by the National Union of Public Workers, which represents the majority of hospital workers. Chief Executive Officer, Neil Clarke confirms there have been staff absences as the message made the rounds. In a statement issued after a management meeting earlier today, he expressed concern about the potential impact on patient care. Mr. Clarke says concerns about hazard pay appear to be the motivation behind the efforts to disrupt operations at the QEH. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

The credit union sector has grown over the last year. That's the word from President of the Barbados Co-operative and Credit Union League Limited Kemar Cumberbatch. Speaking at the annual general meeting at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre, Mr. Cumberbatch stated over the year the sector has seen growth in its membership by 2.3%, or about 5000 new members. He says because of this the sector has also seen growth in the financial numbers. Mr. Cumberbatch also stated one of the league's main focuses moving forward is being able to secure deposit insurance. He says they have been working on this matter for over a decade and will not give up until it is approved. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

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Government continues to provide ways for economic enfranchisement for Barbadians by ensuring policies and programmes are put in place to empower the average man. Word of this from Minister in the Prime Minister's Office with Responsibility for Culture Senator Dr. Shantal Munro-Knight. She however laments that many Barbadians are not taking advantage of the countless opportunities being created by Government for their own upward social mobility. She made the remark as she addressed a strategic panel discussion on Dr. Deryck Murray's Research on Economic Empowerment, Food Security and Business. Senator Munro-Knight says one such avenue which Government was hoping Barbadians would have tapped into and reaped the economic benefits was via the lucrative renewable energy sector. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

The 180 pregnant heifers being imported to help increase domestic milk production will arrive on the island early December. The update from Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Agricultural Society James Paul came during the BAS' Annual General Assembly, held at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre. He says two farmers will be travelling to Canada early next month to hand pick the heifers, that will immediately go into quarantine before being transported to the island. Mr. Paul thanked Minister of Agriculture, Indar Weir for helping to make the importation of the heifers possible. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

There's been a call for an increase in small chicken farmers, to help the country meet the high demand for poultry products. The call from Minister of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security Indar Weir as he delivered the feature address at the Barbados Agricultural Society's Annual General Assembly at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre. He adds the Barbados Agricultural Development and Marketing Corporation has been tasked with the responsibility to help small poultry farmers get their products on the market. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

A father is appealing to Barbadians to help him raise funds to take his seven-year-old daughter overseas for a liver transplant. The child, who has been battling a medical condition which is affecting her liver and other parts of her body, needs to get the transplant done as soon as possible. Anesta Henry has that story. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Students of the Lawrence T. Gay Primary School now have a greater knowledge of dental hygiene. The comment came from Shondette White of Massy Distribution as the school received the first place prize in the Listerine Smart Kids Primary Competition. Participating schools were presented with paint kits and garbage cans to be painted. Ms. White says the competition was keenly contested and brought out the creativity in the participants. The School's Science Teacher Donna Howard says she's pleased with the quality of work from the students. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Students of the Alleyne School have been reminded that their lives have value and worth, and to make the best of their school days. The encouragement from Reverend Ruth-Ann Wiggins of the World Transformational Ministries (WTM). Reverend Wiggins is a past student of the Belleplaine, St. Andrew learning institution, where she left as Head Girl. She told students they have a lot of ability, but it's what they do with the ability that makes the difference. She was speaking during a special assembly where the WTM donated four books penned by Minister Mario Herbert to the School's library, three sugar apple trees which will be planted on the compound, and handmade journals crafted by Ruth-Ann Inniss to the Fourth Formers. Reverend Wiggins told the Fourth Formers to give of their best. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting concluded in Samoa with leaders reaffirming their commitment to tackling global economic, environmental and security challenges. Barbados was represented by Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley. Countries have also adopted the Apia Commonwealth Ocean Declaration for One Resilient Common Future, which calls on all Commonwealth nations to protect and restore the ocean in the face of severe climate change, pollution and impacts related to over-exploitation. Key aspects of the Declaration include recognition of national maritime boundaries in the face of sea-level rise and the urgent finalisation of the Global Plastics Treaty. Commonwealth Secretary-General, the Right Honourable Patricia Scotland says the progress made with the Blue Charter that underpins the Declaration helps member states rise to today's climate challenges and seize tomorrow's opportunities. Ms. Scotland says Commonwealth leaders tackled a range of topics and this is seen in the communique. She says action was taken on several matters. Antigua and Barbuda meanwhile was announced as the incoming Chair-in-Office and host country for the next Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Nine farmers have taken advantage of a 2 million dollar revolving fund, being facilitated through the Barbados Agricultural Society. That's according to Minister of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security Indar Weir, who is encouraging farmers to utilise the funds from the loan scheme announced by Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley during the March 2023 budgetary proposals. Minister Weir is reminding farmers that they must qualify to access the funds. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Lions and Cougars are yet to be beaten in the Battle of the Cats basketball competition. Lions moved their record to 2-0, thanks to a two-point victory that sent Panthers to their second defeat. Cougars, on the other hand, defeated Tigers by eight, as Tigers also dropped to 0-2. CBC's Anmar Goodridge-Boyce reports. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Pumas have joined two other teams on the top of the standings in the Battle of the Cats basketball competition. Pumas moved to 2-0 last night when they defeated Jaguars by seven points. CBC's Anmar Goodridge-Boyce reports. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

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It's that time again when we shine the spotlight on a player who has stood out in the Prime Minister's Cup. Tonight we feature Romario Drakes. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Assurances tonight that the current chicken shortage will be over in less than a week. It comes from Minister of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security Indar Weir. Anesta Henry has the report. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Barbados is set to be the hub for emergency management in the Caribbean. By January 2025 the Regional Logistics Hub and Centre of Excellence, where items to be used in cases of emergency are to be housed, will be put into action. Minister of Home Affairs Wilfred Abrahams says the Caribbean needs to pool together to manage the aftermath of disasters as islands cannot do it alone. Our Rachelle Agard toured the new facility in Christ Church and filed this report. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

A cyber security operations centre is coming. Minister of Industry, Innovation, Science and Technology Marsha Caddle told the Digital Banking Drive Forum at the Conference Room of Sky Mall that it will have surveillance capacity. Trevor Thorpe reports from the forum, which was attended by personnel from the banking, credit unions and the financial services sectors. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities