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PM: PHARMACISTS MUST OBEY RULES – Davis warns sector over price controls even as meeting held
PRIME Minister Phillip “Brave” Davis said yesterday the government expects the pharmaceutical sector to fully comply with the new price control regulations in the coming days despite receiving pushback from the sector.
UPDATED: German man killed, another injured in South Andros shooting
A German man was killed and another was seriously injured in a double shooting in Kemp's Bay, Andros last night.
Prosecutor and FNM chair respond to Munroe criticism
PUBLIC prosecutions director Garvin Gaskin said he and his team will continue to “press for the due advancement of the criminal justice system” in the wake of criticisms about his performance from National Security Minister Wayne Munroe.
Boat in Exuma explosion ‘poor quality’
THE Exuma tour boat that exploded in 2018 leaving an American woman dead and several others injured was made of poor-quality aluminium and had no insulation in its wiring which likely caused the fire after it came in contact with fuel, a police officer testified yesterday.
‘Immediate audit’ urged on LPIA advertising deal
An “immediate independent audit” into the award of Lynden Pindling International Airport’s (LPIA) multi-million dollar advertising contract is being urged amid allegations it did not follow the bid criteria and National Investment Policy.
Progress in pharmacy price controls dispute
Bahamian pharmacies and the Government were last night said to have made progress in resolving their price control dispute as one operator rejected the Prime Minister’s assertion that savings are not being passed on to consumers.
Gov’t slashes Q1 deficit by $116m
The Government’s fiscal deficit for the 2022-2023 first quarter was slashed by $116m year-over-year, it was revealed yesterday, with its revenues running 4-5 percent ahead of projections.
Extend tax breaks on Dorian ‘apocalypse’
A former Cabinet minister yesterday read out pleas from his Grand Bahama constituents for the Government to extend the Hurricane Dorian tax breaks beyond December 1 as parts of the island still resemble “a scene from the apocalypse”.
Darville: Pharmacies were consulted
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville insisted yesterday that the government consulted with pharmacies before implementing changes to its price control regime, calling assertions from the opposition that the government did not do so “untrue.”
Sears reveals road projects including pothole ‘blitz’
WORKS and Utilities Minister Alfred Sears announced yesterday two major road improvement developments, including a three-week “blitz” to repair potholes in New Providence.
Police investigate baby death
POLICE are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a six-month-old baby boy who died shortly before 11am on Tuesday.
Social services staff want minister out
PUBLIC servants from the Ministry of Social Services gathered outside the Bahamas Public Service Union yesterday to protest against Social Services and Urban Development Minister Obie Wilchcombe, as they accused the minister of “neglecting” the social service workers.
Row in House over wage rise
THE House of Assembly became heated at times yesterday when government MPs and members of the opposition engaged in a back-and-forth while debating a resolution to increase the national minimum wage.
Cinema complex warns of timing of minimum wage
FUSION Superplex’s chief executive officer said the timing of the minimum wage increase is “of great concern,” adding he hopes the government can offer businesses tax incentives to assist with the impact of this latest financial blow.
Stop playing victim over climate change
Until I read the letter in Tuesday’s column written by one Porcupine, I was beginning to think that I was alone in being both embarrassed and amused by Rochelle Newbold, our government’s special advisor on climate change, “calling out” (ie begging) “developed countries” (ie white ones) for their supposedly lopsided contribution to global warming.
We live in a crazy world
I used to play cowboys and Indians as a child, and dressed up as a highlander, corporal in the Canadian Forces (went to Army Surplus Store), a Sufi in dress, and a British gentleman with bowler hat and all. Cultural appropriation, eh?
Ribbon to highlight violence
THE Ministry of Social Services and Urban Development has partnered with civic organisations during the month of November to raise awareness about violence against women.
Red Cross brings back high tea event
THE Bahamas Red Cross Society is reintroducing its high tea fundraiser next month under the patronage of the wife of the Governor General, Lady Clara Smith.
Prison still dealing with lawsuit
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said officials are still engaged in the litigation with Prescott Smith, who alleges that they unlawfully imprisoned him.
Munroe hails importance of K-9 units
THE Bahamas Department of Correctional Services held an opening ceremony for The Bahamas Inter-Agency K-9 Seminar yesterday.
