Defamation Lawsuit Between LOO and PM Settled

In a resolution that puts a three-year legal battle to rest, Moses “Shyne” Barrow, Leader of the Opposition, will apologise to Prime Minister John Briceno following a defamation lawsuit. The lawsuit stemmed from comments made by Barrow on Channel 7’s Uncut in March 2022.

The Prime Minister, through his legal team at Courtenay Coye law firm, filed the defamation claim against Barrow. After lengthy negotiations, both parties reached an agreement, and the lawsuit was officially dismissed by the court.

The court order, handed down by Justice Rajiv Goonetilleke, states that Barrow did not intend to defame Briceno. The order further stipulates that Barrow must issue an apology for any “embarrassment or hurt” caused by his words. In return, once the apology is accepted, the matter will be dismissed, with both sides bearing their own legal costs.