Butler-Turner: PLP unrest a sign of poor leadership
PRIME Minister Perry Christie’s poor leadership has been reflected in the actions of his members of Parliament who joined the PLP on the unfulfilled promise that they would play an integral role in leading this country, according to Long Island MP Loretta Butler-Turner yesterday.
Attorney: ‘Solve FNM leadership issues at convention’
A NOTED attorney yesterday confirmed “leadership issues” within the Free National Movement as he expressed hope that another convention will be held by the end of the year to put an end to the party’s internal struggles.
Equality referendum ‘will probably not happen’
LONG Island MP Loretta Butler-Turner criticised the government for once again “neglecting the constitutional referendum”, which she says probably will not happen under this Christie administration.
Bahamas Democracy Party seeks to win seats in 2017
A GROUP of concerned citizens has formed a new political party – the Bahamas Democracy Party – with plans to run several candidates in the next general election.
FNM celebrates Janet Bostwick’s anniversary
JANET Bostwick, who, in June 1982, became the first woman elected to the House of Assembly, has been honoured for her dedicated service to the Free National Movement and to the Bahamian people.
Sears ‘available’ to run if chosen by the PLP
WHILE the Progressive Liberal Party regretted its decision of having nominated Dr Andre Rollins in the Fort Charlotte constituency, former area MP Alfred Sears yesterday said he is “available” and willing to return to party politics “in any way the party wishes”.
Nottage refuses to answer on equality referendum
DESPITE the nation’s leader previously stating that the proposed constitutional referendum on gender equality may take place this month, National Security Minister Dr Bernard Nottage yesterday refused to answer when asked for an update on the proposed referendum’s timeline.
Turnquest rules out bid while Bethel keen to seek election
FORMER National Security Minister Tommy Turnquest yesterday said he had “no intention” of throwing his hat into the ring for the 2017 general election as two other former Cabinet ministers from the Ingraham-led administration expressed interest in returning to frontline politics.
Gomez challenges Moss to prove claims of tax flaws
CENTRAL and South Eleuthera MP Damian Gomez expressed disappointment in Marco City MP Greg Moss during his budget contribution in the House of Assembly yesterday as he urged the outspoken parliamentarian to produce evidence proving that the government’s tax reform strategies are flawed.
Wells’ future in PLP unclear
BAMBOO Town MP Renward Wells yesterday told reporters that he contemplated resigning from the Progressive Liberal Party as recently as last week while insisting that “all things were possible” regarding whether he would quit the party ahead of the 2017 general election.
Moss quitting a ‘relief’ - and Rollins may follow
THE Progressive Liberal Party should be “relieved” at Marco City MP Greg Moss’ resignation, said former PLP Cabinet minister George Smith, adding that the controversial backbencher had been “out of sync” with the party on many issues.
No word on date for equality referendum
CONSTITUTIONAL Commission Chairman Sean McWeeney said he has not been given any indication of when the proposed referendum on gender equality might be held despite the committee being “just about finished” with its public education campaign and Family Island consultations.
Will Wells stay or go? He says watch his speech
BAMBOO Town MP Renward Wells would not comment yesterday on whether he plans to resign from the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) but urged the public to pay attention to his speech in the House of Assembly today.
PM ‘must do more’ on Baha Mar
LONG Island MP Loretta Butler-Turner said yesterday she does not believe Prime Minister Perry Christie and his Cabinet have done all they can to ensure that mega-resort Baha Mar opens as soon as possible.
Dion Foulkes declares interest to run for FNM in Yamacraw
FORMER Free National Movement (FNM) Chairman Dion Foulkes yesterday confirmed his desire to run in the 2017 election after he was recommended for nomination by the party's Yamacraw Constituency Association (YCA).
