CARICOM Reparations: Bonaire’s Progressive People’s Party leader James Finies and BHRO president Davika Bissessar Shaw are set to speak at the Third CARICOM Regional Reparations Conference in Barbados (17–19 Sept), pushing reparatory justice as part of decolonisation. Environment & Coastal Management: Government is exploring a dedicated sargassum management unit and offshore booms to intercept seaweed before it hits beaches, with DESMI RO-Clean supporting trials. Climate & Water Security: A UNICEF-commissioned Eastern Caribbean study warns Barbados could face longer, more frequent dry spells—up to three to four months a year by mid-century—raising risks for farming, health and school sanitation. Health Infrastructure: The Barbados Association for Cancer Advocacy targets $3.8m to build a 14-bed hospice, with seed funding already raised and costs expected to rise. Food & Trade: Retail and distribution leaders say no Christmas food shortages are expected, but warn global shipping uncertainty and weather could affect key commodities. Digital Safety: The Central Bank of Barbados warns BiMPay users not to share verification codes, tokens or passwords after a social engineering loan scam. Infrastructure Delivery: RIISE has begun operations from Barbados to help Eastern Caribbean governments overcome bottlenecks and complete climate-resilient projects. Maritime & Fisheries: World Bank and government officials inspected repairs to the Hurricane Beryl-damaged Bridgetown Fisheries Complex breakwater, with a revised timetable expected soon. Construction Disruption: Lower Estates roadworks in St George are drawing complaints from residents and businesses over dust and lost trade. Energy Skills: Scholarship recipients say new qualifications will help guide Barbados’ energy sector, including grid management and renewable transition.