OISTINS, Barbados – April 1, 2024 – The much-anticipated 2024 Oistins Fish Festival is officially in full swing, igniting the streets with vibrant energy and showcasing the rich cultural tapestry of this southern Barbadian town. Kicking off in spectacular fashion just after 4 p.m. on Saturday, the festivities commenced with a dazzling street parade that […]
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BY GOVERNMENT OF BARBADOS | MAR 14, 2024 (Stock Photo) Persons applying online to operate Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), commonly referred to as drones, in Barbados’ airspace are advised that there is an updated link which they can access, when seeking such permission. To access and complete the application form, persons should click: https://barbados.seamlessdocs.com/sc/uasapplication. The […]
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BY GOVERNMENT OF BARBADOS | MAR 13, 2024 (Stock Image) Over the last three years, the Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training (METVT) has increased the number of officers offering psycho-social support in both primary and secondary schools across the island. The increase in staff was a direct response to the many challenges students […]
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BY SHARON AUSTIN | MAR 12, 2024 | Members of The Barbados Police Service and the Barbados Defence Force going through public order drills during today’s demonstrations. (J. Bishop/BGIS) Approximately 120 members of The Barbados Police Service (TBPS) and the Barbados Defence Force (BDF) are currently undergoing intensive training in preparation for the 2024 International […]
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Former Commissioner of Police and Executive Director of the Regional Security System, Grantley Sylvester Watson, was accorded an Official Funeral with Military Honours earlier today, March 8. The service was held at the St. Thomas Parish Church, Arch Hall, St. Thomas, from 1:00 p.m.
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By Julie Carrington – Feb 29, 2024 Former Commissioner of Police and Executive Director of the Regional Security System, Grantley Sylvester Watson lie in State at the Viewing earlier today. Members of the public paid their last respects to the former Commissioner of Police, Grantley Watson, at a “Vigil Day” in the Prince Cave Hall, […]
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BY GOVERNMENT OF BARBADOS | MAR 4, 2024 Barbados previously hosted Exercise Tradewinds in 1992, 2003, and 2017.(FP) The Final Planning Conference (FPC) for Exercise Tradewinds (EXTW24) will be held in Barbados from Monday, March 11, to Thursday, March 14. It represents the final stage in a year-long planning process for EXTW24. Commander Mark Peterson […]
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PICTURED ABOVE: The Mrs. Gay Smith owned PORTFOLIO COMPANY, ridden by Antonio Bishop (on the rails) beating CASH EQUITY with Rasheed Hughes aboard to win the 41st Sandy Lane Barbados Gold Cup Race. The Owner’s fourth Gold Cup ( photo by © David Crichlow-2024.) Sandy Lane Barbados Gold Cup Raceday 2024 was a tremendous success. […]
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BY FABIAN BELGRAVE | MAR 1, 2024 Home News Government Downloads EVR Media Contact BGIS Alert App CONCACAF Ready To Assist Football In Barbados BY FABIAN BELGRAVE | MAR 1, 2024 | TOP STORIES The Confederation of North, Central America, and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF), through its developmental arm, will be commencing a programme later this year to assist in […]
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BY PUBLIC RELATIONS | FEB 28, 2024 Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Kerrie Symmonds, discusses the upcoming Global Supply Chain Forum to be held in Barbados May 21 – 24, 2024. (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade) Four-day high-level conference in Barbados to tackle global supply chain crisis. Minister of Foreign Affairs […]
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