Member of Parliament for St. Phillip North Dr. Sonia Browne is calling for expanded or additional facilities to diagnose and treat children with disabilities. Dr. Browne was speaking during Debate on a resolution to approve the National Policy for Improving the Lives of Persons with Disabilities.

Barbados’ economy has grown by 3.9% in the first nine months of this year. Governor of the Central Bank Dr. Kevin Greenidge made the revelation during the latest review of Barbados’ economy for January to September 2024. The growth, according to Dr. Greenidge, was driven by strong tourism performance. Inflation trended downwards along with a fall in unemployment. Dr. Greenidge says Barbados’ reserves reached a record high for any September period. He further added Barbados is expected to record 3.8% growth by the end of 2024.

Barbadians are being encouraged to take advantage of the United Kingdom’s fully funded Chevening Scholarship to pursue higher education. Chevening Officer, Annette Miller says they’ve been a decline in applications from Barbadians but it’s a fantastic opportunity. President of the Chevening Alumni Association Annette Miller Chevening Officer who benefited from the scholarship herself says it’s an immersive experience and is urging Barbadians to apply before applications close next week.