An independent committee will be appointed to look into how Barbados should fittingly observe its new republican status while keeping the significance of Independence Day intact.That disclosure came Wednesday from Prime Minister Mia Mottley who again responded to the strong public backlash her administration faced for its initial decision to observe November 30 as Barbados National Day to incorporate celebrations for Independence Day and the anniversary of the country’s transition to a republic.“There are realities to some of the things that some people have recommended, and the Government is going to therefore appoint an independent committee to review these matters and report back to us,” she said during the St Michael Speaks town hall meeting at the Springer Memorial Secondary School.The Prime Minister did not give any indication of the size or composition of the committee, or when it would be established. However, she said it was anticipated that the result of that body’s work should be seen sometime next year.
