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PHA launches investigation into complaint after death at PMH
THE Public Hospitals Authority has launched an investigation into a recent complaint that alleged negligence caused the death of a woman being treated at the Princess Margaret Hospital.
‘I’m the man to lead FNM’
WITH one day left until the Free National Movement’s leadership convention, the three contenders vying for the party’s top post are urging party members to turn out in a show of support, all insisting they are the best choice to lead the organisation.
Union chief hails ‘night and day’ labour change
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) president yesterday accused the former Minnis administration of committing “an unforgivable sin” as he hailed a “night and day” difference in labour relations.
No ‘far-off dream’: On target for 1m tourists
The Bahamas is on target to realise its “far-off dream” of one million stopover visitors in 2021, a top official disclosed yesterday, while hotel rates and tourist spending up on pre-COVID levels.
‘Pilot’ plan for Freedom of Information
PRESS Secretary Clint Watson says the government has identified several agencies to assist with the rollout of a pilot Freedom of Information programme.
‘Flabbergasted’ by cruise giant’s deal
The Bahamian entrepreneur with a rival claim to Paradise Island crown land sought by Royal Caribbean yesterday said he was “totally flabbergasted” by the lease terms granted to the cruise giant.
Winder stepping down as Commonwealth chief
Commonwealth Bank’s president, Raymond Winder, is stepping down to be replaced by the BISX-listed institution’s chief operating officer, Tribune Business can reveal.
Advice for those travelling to Black Friday sales
HEALTH experts are advising persons considering travel to the US for Black Friday sales to ensure they practice COVID-19 preventative measures.
Cruise giant’s 150-year PI Crown Land ‘option’
The Minnis administration has effectively given Royal Caribbean a minimum 150-year lease over seven Crown Land acres on Paradise Island for its multi-million dollar Beach Club project.
Payment provider in Christmas give back
A BAHAMIAN electronic payments provider has launched its Win It Back holiday campaign through which 50 customers will receive 100 percent cash back on their purchases.
Sandals ramping up for January 27 reopening
SANDALS Royal Bahamian Resort is ramping up preparations for its reopening on January 27.
Cabbage Beach access row nears resolution
TOURISM, Investments and Aviation Minister Chester Cooper says government is very “close” to resolving concerns relating to Cabbage Beach access, suggesting the matter could be concluded in the “next week or so”.
A warm welcome for Virgin flight
TOURISM officials welcomed Virgin Atlantic’s passengers at Lynden Pindling International Airport yesterday in celebration of the airline’s new twice weekly service from the United Kingdom to The Bahamas.
Nassau’s airport to be ‘a lot like’ pre-COVID
Nassau’s major airport gateway will see passenger volumes “a lot like” 2019 and early 2020, its chief executive, said yesterday, reflecting tourism’s projected Christmas/New Year resurgence.
New BPL board of directors to be announced today
PUBLIC Works and Utilities Minister Alfred Sears will today announce Bahamas Power and Light Company’s new board of directors, amid concerns it could be stifled due to an extension for the power provider’s previous board to remain in place.
GOVT WON’T ALLOW RCL’S 150-YEAR LEASE: Brave seeking compromise in Crown land row but says length of deal must change
PRESS Secretary Clint Watson said the Davis administration will not let Royal Caribbean International lease seven acres of Crown Land on Paradise Island for 150 years.
Fourth wave fears will lead to booster rollout
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville says the government is planning to roll out booster vaccine shots to immunocompromised Bahamians and residents before year’s end amid mounting concerns of a possible fourth COVID-19 wave.
Spartans vs Bears in Battle 4 Atlantis final
In their 2016 Battle 4 Atlantis championship run, Baylor defeated the Virginia Commonwealth Rams and Michigan State Spartans en route to the title.
Benefit from billionaires? Tax them!
With all due respect to Mr. Tony Gomez, whom I know to be a well-informed Bahamian professional, the answer to getting value from wealthy foreign residents in our country is far simpler than he suggests. We just need to tax them more.
INSIGHT: It’s past time for just talking about domestic abuse
THEY say a week is a long time in politics – and Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis has just seen that at first hand.
