AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHospitality & Tech: CHIEF 2026 is coming to Barbados this November (Nov 16–18) at Wyndham Grand Sam Lord’s Castle, with AI, revenue growth, workforce development and sustainability on the agenda for regional hotel leaders. National Pride: Rihanna attended the state funeral of Barbados National Hero Sir Garfield “Garry” Sobers at Kensington Oval, paying tribute to his legacy and cricketing inspiration. Community & Culture: Crop Over 2026 coverage spotlights how the season is building—from colourful arrivals to behind-the-scenes festival energy ahead of Grand Kadooment. Sport & Heritage: The Barbados Turf Club’s Visit Barbados Derby Race Day at the Garrison Savannah ties racing to Sobers’ love of the sport, with a full card leading into the Derby climax. Local Governance: Labour Minister Colin Jordan backs the Beneficial Ownership Transparency and Register Bill as a way to strengthen accountability and keep business “above board.” Justice & Safety: A Trinidadian visitor was fined and deported from Barbados after pleading guilty to credit card fraud, ordered to repay BDS$600 and escorted out. History & Memory: A multi-part look at the business of slavery continues, focusing on plantation records and the machinery of exploitation.
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