Minnis: It's time to get rid of single-use plastics
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis added his voice to the government’s push to eliminate single-use plastics by 2020 yesterday evening, telling people during a town-hall at the New Providence Community Church that it’s time The Bahamas takes substantial
‘No role for DPP in social media war’
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party Chairman Fred Mitchell yesterday expressed shock over the government’s decision to refer a “simple social media, political war” to the director of public prosecutions.
Did PLP operate ‘dirty tricks’ unit?
THE Department of Public Prosecutions has been directed to look into viral allegations concerning a political “war room” and its purported campaign of dirty tricks against Free National Movement candidates in the run up to the 2017 general election.
Murderers? Hang ‘em and move on
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday said he has no issue “hanging” any person convicted of murder and “moving on”.
PM's delivery Unit set for Singapore visit
THE Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit and other departments are expected to travel to Singapore to determine how best to modernise and streamline government projects and policies.Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said he has already had communications wit
Over-the-Hill scheme in spotlight at UN meeting
THE government’s Over-the-Hill development scheme took centre stage during the country’s presentation at the United Nations’ High Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development yesterday.Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis explained the partnership ini
New controls to win govt contract
THE Ministry of Works is updating its contractor database through a new pre-qualification system that will form the basis upon which contractors are invited to submit bids for projects.
Miller not the only one to sue the government
DEPUTY Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Peter Turnquest said the government will only do what is in the best interest of Bahamians as it faces lawsuits over lease agreements that have allegedly been broken.His statement came after it was reveal
Chairman appointment expires - and still no disclosures revealed
THE public will have to wait just a bit longer for the final listing and review of financial disclosures for the last three years, with Public Disclosure Commission Chairman Myles Laroda yesterday refusing to comment on the work of the unit without f
Straw vendors give their views on evictions
VENDORS working in the Nassau Straw Market said they believe the government is being too harsh by evicting stall owners who cannot meet payment deadlines. Many stall owners admitted yesterday that “business was slow,” and suggested the government sh
‘No hypocrisy’ in UBP hero award
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis does not believe his criticism of the United Bahamian Party during his most recent majority rule address is incompatible with his decision to award Sir Roland Symonette a National Hero honour over the recommendations of his advisory committee, according to Press Secretary Anthony Newbold.
4C’s boat seized by port officials
THE Port Department yesterday moved to seize vessels owned by Four C’s Adventures after it was reported the Exuma tour company had resumed operations in contravention of a government order.
Water boss: We want our money
WATER and Sewerage Corporation Executive Chairman Adrian Gibson has confirmed officials are still pursuing all outstanding revenue associated with the “do not disconnect” list of privileged residents exposed by The Tribune last September.
Minnis seeks UN cash for housing
WHEN he sits down for private discussions with United Nations Secretary General António Guterres in New York, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis intends to seek funding assistance for his administration’s housing initiative for the poor.
165 repatriations in 'aggressive' immigration approach
THE Department of Immigration is continuing an “aggressive” approach to illegal migration with 165 repatriations carried out in recent days, according to Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday.Dr Hubert Minnis, who is acting immigration minister w
