December 15, 2021
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard.
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URCA promises ‘active review’ of BPL fuel hike
The energy regulator’s pledge that it has begun “an active review” of the up to 163 percent hike in Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) fuel charge was yesterday branded “critical” to its continued credibility.
COVID testing ‘not adding up’
The Government and official Opposition were last night locked in a fresh battle over assertions that Bahamian taxpayers are subsidising US tourists’ return home because the $40 health travel visa cannot cover free COVID testing.
‘An all-time low’ on investor confidence
The Opposition’s leader yesterday argued that investor confidence in The Bahamas’ sovereign debt is at “an all-time low” given the deep discounts, and high yields, at which its bonds are trading.
FNM: Where is the growth plan?
FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard said the FNM is disappointed by the absence of a growth plan or preparations to deal with inflation in Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis’ mid-year budget communication.
Pintard urges caution over COVID
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard has urged caution from the Davis administration as it rolls back COVID-19 restrictions, noting the country does not have the same widespread vaccination coverage as larger nations that are also easing measures.
‘FNM being left out of COVID meetings’
MICHAEL Pintard says the Davis administration continues to leave the Free National Movement out of meetings with top health officials about COVID-19.
Blame all around over $535m BPL bond ‘gut’
The Opposition’s leader last night admitted “we’re not completely blameless” as he challenged the Government’s effort to “gut” Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) mammoth $535m refinancing,.
‘Dumping BPL hedging deal may cost $200m’
FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard said the Davis administration must explain the status of Bahamas Power and Light’s hedging programme, saying the government’s tinkering with that contract could leave Bahamians facing higher electricity costs.
FNM leader believes public 'disappointed' by govt's marital rape issue response
FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard says he believes the public has been “disappointed” by government’s response to the issue of marital rape.
Calls for PM to resign over isolation breach
FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard on Friday blasted Prime Minister Phillip “Brave” Davis for breaking quarantine last month as the nation battled its fourth COVID-19 wave, labelling the decision as a “very serious one” and a “betrayal of his oath to uphold the law.”
Pintard accuses Gov’t on financial disclosure
The Opposition’s leader last night accused the Government of failing to comply with financial transparency and disclosure laws “in multiple ways” while not adhering to its campaign promises.
Don’t alienate NGOs in creating ‘political stink’
The Opposition’s leader yesterday warned the Government not to “alienate” non-profit groups and their donors by creating a “political stink” around the $51m COVID food assistance initiative.
FNM leader calls for end to terminations after a new govt elected
OPPOSITION Leader Michael Pintard said the "vicious cycle" of terminating Bahamians whenever a new political administration is elected to office must stop.
Sir Sidney Poitier dies age 94
Legendary Bahamian actor, activist, director and ambassador Sir Sidney Poitier has died age 94.
Opposition challenges contract award silence
The Opposition’s leader last night challenged assertions by a senior official that the Government cannot meet legal requirements to publish contract awards because a key post has not been filled.
EXPLOSION: Staggering 1000 cases in two days with Omicron now running rampant
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard says the government is being too relaxed in handling the latest surge in COVID-19 cases after the country recorded an unprecedented 1,966 cases from December 27 to January 2.
Pintard repeats - Minnis doesn’t speak for party
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard said former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis does not speak on behalf of the FNM when it comes to COVID-19 issues.
‘Linking Lucayan to port project was best deal’
FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard said when negotiations between Royal Caribbean/ITM Group were bogged down after Hurricane Dorian, the sale and acquisition of the Grand Lucayan hotel was put in jeopardy.
When will contractors get money they’re due?
FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard said the Davis administration should be clearer about when contractors who had agreements with the Bahamas Parks and Public Beaches Authority will be paid monies owed to them.
Pintard looks to expand numbers at conference
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard says he hopes the party agrees to increase its number of voting delegates at the next convention.
Pintard: Tell us how Carnival mess happened
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard says the Davis administration should provide a chronology of events related to the Christmas Carnival debacle, one that details the communication missteps between ministries such as the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance.
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