Wendy’s blasts ‘baseless campaign’ over PI project
Wendy’s principal yesterday blasted an “orchestrated and baseless campaign” against its Paradise Island restaurant project that it says is primarily designed to “block free and fair competition”.
Gaming Board to be ‘fair and clear’ on Chances grievance
The Gaming Board’s chairman yesterday pledged that the regulator will be “fair and clear” in addressing a web shop operator’s concerns that its funds are being improperly used.
DPM demands improved Caribbean air connectivity
The deputy prime minister yesterday said air transportation and connectivity throughout the Caribbean must improve to advance tourism and regional trade relationships.
Ex-ArawakX finance chief’s ‘browbeat’ claim ‘laughable’
ArawakX’s president has branded as “just laughable” claims by its former chief financial officer that he was “browbeaten” into using a loan from its major investor to pay sums due to the Red Lobster franchise.
KFC makes ‘no more industrial action’ call
Kentucky Fried Chicken’s (KFC) operator yesterday urged the hotel union not to take “further industrial action” as staff initiated a “go slow and work to rule” protest over contract talks.
‘By no stretch’ is web shop’s Gaming Board battle ended
A Bahamian gaming house says “by no stretch of the imagination is this over” as it pledged to pursue further action over how the industry regulator is using its funds.
Hotel union chief warns: ‘The gloves are off now’
The hotel union’s president is warning Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) that it could face worker unrest if no industrial deal is concluded “within three weeks”, as he warned: “The gloves are off now.”
Lyford Cay condo faces fresh regulatory hurdles
The developer behind a controversial Lyford Cay condominium complex yesterday pledged to “move forward” with the project despite several more regulatory hurdles being imposed.
Goodman’s Bay hostilities erupt on 14-storey project
Hostilities erupted between Goodman’s Bay neighbours over allegations voiced at a public hearing regarding the motives for opposing the Wynn Group’s 14-storey penthouse project.
Developer to invest up to $75m in eco-resort
A developer is planning to invest up to $75m in developing a sustainable eco-resort in the Exuma Cays that will create some 60 jobs during a two-three year construction phase.
40-job Junkanoo Museum at 'root' of Wendy's protest
The Roots Junkanoo group has joined those opposing the Wendy's/Marco's Pizza restaurants proposed for Paradise Island because of the competition it presents to an investment billed as creating 40 jobs.
Balmoral residents threaten exit if $25m hotel go-ahead
Several residents are threatening to sell their properties if the Balmoral Club’s proposed $25m condo hotel expansion receives the go-ahead from the planning authorities.
No easy task to reform pensions, warns expert
THE scale of pension reform has been described as “no small feat” by Dr Stephen Brien, chairman of the UK Social Security Advisory Committee, who said policy decisions will affect current and future pensioners.
Graycliff expanding private dining options
A prominent Nassau resort is expanding its wine cellar to add more private dining options.
Water Corp chief clarifies billings for Treasure Cay
THE Water and Sewerage’s (WSC) general manager says Treasure Cay customers are only being billed for the period after Dorian reconstruction began as he acknowledged their "frustration".
