Debate begins on long-awaited Freedom of Information Bill
THE House of Assembly began debate on the long-awaited revamped Freedom of Information Bill, despite continued push back from civil society and opposition factions over the bill’s contents and potency.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs launches new e-passport system
THE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially launched its new polycarbonate e-passport system.
McCartney says no close link with Butler-Turner
DEMOCRATIC National Alliance Leader Branville McCartney yesterday insisted that there is “no relationship” between his party and Long Island MP Loretta Butler-Turner, as he suggested that the latter’s own comments over the past week of her own political future effectively rule out any talks of an existing coalition or otherwise with the DNA.
‘Minnis should be ashamed for picking Pintard’
DEMOCRATIC National Alliance Leader Branville McCartney yesterday said Free National Movement Leader Dr Hubert Minnis should be “ashamed of himself” for ratifying former FNM Chairman Michael Pintard, suggesting that the Killarney MP has a warped sense of “transparency”.
Bostwick urges young to register and vote for their interests
A FORMER senator yesterday urged young people to register for the upcoming general election to vote in a government that would represent their interests.
The write way for students
UP TO 50 students from nine different New Providence Schools took part in an inaugural business studies essay writing competition yesterday at the Anatol Rodgers High School.
Leadership conference to be held
THE annual Global Leadership Conference Simulcast (LEAD 2017) in celebration of “World Leadership Day” will be hosted by the University of The West Indies Open Campus Bahamas (UWIOC) on February 8.
On Da Hook
AROUND 300 people are expected to particpate in the Extreme Kayak Fishing Tournament in Grand Bahama from April 20 to 23, an event which combines big game fishing with kayaking for a $10,000 prize.
PHA Unsung Heroes Awards to reward healthcare excellence
AN AWARDS programme to recognise and reward excellence, care and compassion in the Bahamas health care system launched on Wednesday as part of a ground breaking public-private partnership between the Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) and the Tribune Media Group.
Nurse Patricia Laing's winning smiles and hugs land prize
THE first winner of the PHA Unsung Heroes Award is veteran nurse Patricia Laing, who health officials praised yesterday as a stellar practitioner for her years of committed and noteworthy excellence.
UPDATED: 400 jobs to go at Memories
Sunwing pulls out after failing to reach deal with landlord
Hundreds of hotel workers will be made redundant at the Memories Resort in Grand Bahama after the hotel operator, Sunwing, and its landlord, Hutchison Whampoa, failed to reach an agreement over hurricane restoration at the beachfront resort in Lucaya.
Debate due to start today on Freedom of Information Act
EDUCATION Minister Jerome Fitzgerald yesterday presented the public consultation process for the highly-anticipated Freedom of Information Act as “very well received,” as the House of Assembly is expected to begin debate on the revised legislation today.
NHI registration of physicians begins
GOVERNMENT officials yesterday announced the launch of National Health Insurance’s primary care physician registration, which NHI senior officials said is a “critical milestone” that signals the “initiation” of the second phase of the government proposed scheme.
Ingraham: Get out and register
AS VOTER registration in the country remains sluggish - falling below numbers compared to this same period during the last election cycle - former Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham encouraged Bahamians to register notwithstanding the inconveniences they are facing.
7th grade student had gun on campus
A SEVENTH grade male student of AF Adderley Junior High School brought a gun on the school’s campus Monday and was arrested by police, officials confirmed yesterday.
