Barbados republic: Unsentimental locals ask ‘what relationship?’ as Queen is removed as head of state

 

By Serina Sandhu

Transitioning into a republic is a significant moment in a nation’s history. But as Barbados prepares to officially remove the Queen as head of state and elects its first Barbadian president, the buzz appears somewhat muted.

Roads have been closed off around the centre of Bridgetown as the capital city prepares to mark the transition with an official ceremony at midnight on Monday. Decorations in the national colours of blue and yellow waft in the evening breeze while a steelpan band rehearses in the centre.

Despite the preparations to usher in their new future, Barbadians’ feeling that this moment is long overdue appears to overshadow their excitement...

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