Historic change in choosing Speaker

Barbados is poised to mark a significant milestone in the history of its 385-year-old Parliament on Friday when a Speaker chosen from outside the House of Assembly takes office.

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley announced the change in November, aimed at reforming the parliamentary structure.

The Speaker, responsible for presiding over proceedings in the House, is expected to be named soon, with speculation pointing to former Speaker and attorney Arthur Holder, who served from June 5, 2018.