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Barbados establishes National Advisory Council on Citizen Security to combat gun violence surge

Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley has announced the establishment of a National Advisory Council on Citizen Security as her administration moves towards dealing with an upsurge in gun and gun-related violence.

The council will include security experts, business leaders, religious leaders, union officials, and youth representatives.

Ms Mottley says the council will not only respond to government directives but will also actively engage with community groups to gather insights and recommendations. 

She also announced fines and new regulations targeting vehicle window tints, number plates, mask-wearing, and the use of 3D printers beginning October 14.



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