CBC News Barbados

A National Survey on Literacy is to be conducted by the University of the West Indies at Cave Hill. It will be undertaken during the months of October and November. The purpose of the survey is to assess literacy skills, including reading, writing, listening, and speaking, and to gather opinions on attitudes towards literacy and how literacy impacts personal, workplace, and professional development. The survey will be conducted across all parishes, and households will be randomly selected to participate. Participation is voluntary, and all information collected will remain confidential. The input of the public will contribute to an important national effort, aimed at improving literacy education for all Barbadians.

A 23-year-old man, who was wanted in connection with serious criminal matters, has been remanded to prison, following a court appearance for several offences. He is Adrian Lamar Beckles of no fixed placed of abode. Beckles has been charged with: Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm – of Ian Bennett Arson – the dwelling house belonging to Adrian Bayne Arson – the dwelling house belonging to Isua Bayne Criminal Damage – the motor vehicle belonging to Carrington Estate Limited Beckles appeared before Magistrate Bernadeth John of the District ‘C’ Magistrates Court on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 and was remanded to Dodds. He is scheduled to reappear on Thursday, October 17, 2024.

The Barbados Police Service is asking for the public’s help in locating 20-year-old Joshua Ryan Sandiford alias ‘Ears’, who is wanted for questioning in connection with a serious criminal matter. Sandiford, whose last known addresses are Crab Land, St. Stephen’s Hill, St. Michael and #66 Jackson Terrace, Stage 2, St. Michael. is approximately five feet nine inches (5′ 9′) tall, and slim built with a light brown complexion. Joshua Ryan Sandiford is advised he can present himself to the Criminal Investigations Department at the Black Rock Police Station, Black Rock, St. Michael accompanied by an attorney of his choice. Anyone who may know the whereabouts of Joshua Ryan Sandiford is asked to contact the Criminal Investigations Department at the Black Rock Police Station at telephone number 417-7500, Police Emergency at 211, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 or the nearest police station. Members of the public are also reminded it is a serious offence to harbour or assist wanted individuals, and anyone caught committing this offence can be prosecuted.