PM: Gas price relief must be balanced against revenue loss
PRIME Minister Philip Davis said the government is still weighing intervention to ease rising gas prices, while looking to competition legislation in a new term as a longer-term solution.
Clock is ticking on VAT solution
Super Value’s president yesterday voiced optimism that the Government will strike a “mutually beneficial solution” over the food distribution industry’s VAT ‘exempt’ fears but warned that time is running out with the first relevant tax returns due in just six weeks.
Govt breaks ground on modern 19-court complex
GROUND was broken yesterday for a new 19-court judicial complex off Shirley Street, a project officials say will modernise the country’s court system and expand its capacity.
Suspicious package forces evacuation at Buckeye Hub in Grand Bahama
WORKERS at the Buckeye Bahamas Hub were evacuated yesterday morning after a suspicious package was found near the facility, forcing a temporary shutdown of operations.
PM warns GBPA over removal of Freeport campaign signs
THE Grand Bahama Port Authority has removed election campaign signs in Freeport, drawing a response from Prime Minister Philip Davis, who warned against interference with political expression.
Groundbreaking set for ‘bigger and better’ CostRight store one year after blaze
A YEAR after the CostRight food store was destroyed by a massive fire, officials have revealed that a groundbreaking ceremony will be held this month at the Old Trail site to begin rebuilding.
Whistleblower’s firing sparks investigation into Great Stirrup Cay environmental hazards claim
THE government has launched an investigation into allegations of environmental hazards and retaliatory dismissal at Great Stirrup Cay following a former employee's concerns about safety practices and his termination.
Iran war may ‘significantly erode’ Bahamian growth
The Central Bank yesterday warned The Bahamas’ 2026 economic growth prospects may “significantly erode” if the Middle East war becomes protracted although it reassured that this nation’s $2.898bn foreign currency reserves “provide a meaningful cushion” for increasingly expensive fuel imports.
New Rosewood Exuma fight over ‘secret permit carve out’
The $200m Rosewood Exuma project’s leading opponent is accusing its rival developer of using environmental approvals, granted for limited land preparation studies, as ”cover” to begin the construction of roads and other major infrastructure on Big Sampson Cay.
Entire Bahamas set to gain $65m water security boost
The entire Bahamian population will benefit from a $65.2m project that is targeting “a transformation in the country’s water security” against climate change perils after major international donors approved the necessary funding at the weekend.
Petroleum retailers warn: ‘Nothing is going to be cheap'
Petroleum retailers yesterday warned that soaring fuel prices are expected to drive goods and services price increases across The Bahamas, as one asserted “nothing is going to be cheap” with gasoline forecast to climb above $6.50 per gallon.
Scott calls for foreign election observers
FNM senior adviser Michael Scott, KC, is calling for international observers to monitor this year’s general election, citing what he said are mounting concerns about the integrity of the voter register.
Tennis star Rafael Nadal joins 'save Exuma' fight
RETIRED tennis legend Rafael Nadal has backed a coalition of Exuma residents opposing a proposed resort development, warning that a key marine area is at risk and elevating the dispute beyond local opposition.
'FNM will give single moms $200 monthly'
THE Free National Movement is proposing to provide $200 per month to new single mothers, a plan the party says would cost between $12m and $14m annually and be funded by cutting government spending.
FACING REALITY: The pretentiousness of the gated heart
THERE is a specific kind of silence that exists in the gated communities of New Providence.
WORLD VIEW: Quo vadis, OAS?
THE ORGANIZATION of American States (OAS) is approaching a defining test, not of its existence, but of its significance.
Larger Family Islands to get second ambulance unit
HEALTH officials plan to deploy at least two ambulances on larger Family Islands, including Exuma, as they work to address response challenges highlighted by recent incidents.
GB voter registration up, but address transfers lag
A SURGE in voter registration and biometric verification in Grand Bahama has not been matched by turnout from voters needing to transfer their information, a senior elections official said.
