Prime Minister to attend State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II
The Office of the Prime Minister has released a statement on the Prime Minister’s travel to the State Funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II and UNGA 77th Session:
DIVIDED RESPONSE OVER RAPE LAWS: One pastor calls Bill ‘demonic’ in day of consultation
A DRAFT amendment to the Sexual Offences Act that seeks to criminalise marital rape and re-define what consent is, among other terms, was met with mixed reactions from religious leaders yesterday - with one pastor calling it “the most wickedest and demonic bill” in the country’s history.
‘Bahamas is open for business’
PRIME Minister Phillip “Brave” Davis said yesterday The Bahamas is “open and ready” for business and is moving to the forefront of innovative industries in crypto, digital assets, and carbon credits.
PM: NOT THE TIME FOR REPUBLIC DEBATE – Discussion can be had after official mourning period ends
PRIME Minister Phillip “Brave” Davis said he does not believe now is the time to start having conversations about the country’s future with the monarchy following Queen Elizabeth II’s death, adding that discussions over the issue can be had after the official mourning period ends.
Pintard fires back at government over Abaco
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard yesterday shot back at the Davis administration after it accused the opposition party of being hypocritical and abandoning Abaco residents following Dorian’s passage while in office.
A year in - and PLP chairman hails VAT and COVID-19 moves
JUST days ahead of the Davis’ administration one-year anniversary in office, Progressive Liberal Party Chairman Fred Mitchell said he is proud of what the government has accomplished so far, citing the early reduction of VAT and removal of the COVID-19 Emergency Powers Orders.
Obie Wilchcombe: We must seek reparations
SOCIAL Services Minister Obie Wilchcombe says he believes Caribbean countries should seek reparations, noting that many who contributed to Britain’s economic growth have still not been recognised to date.
Pintard criticises ‘arrogance’ after demolition of domes
FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard was critical of Housing and Transport Minister JoBeth Coleby- Davis yesterday in the wake of controversy surrounding her ministry’s decision to demolish domes in Abaco, claiming that her “arrogance is hurting the people” that she was called to serve.
Legislation on marital rape being reviewed
SOCIAL Services and Urban Development Minister Obie Wilchcombe said the government is currently reviewing draft legislation that addresses the issue of marital rape and is hoping to receive feedback “from all sides” concerning the proposed legislation.
WILL CHARLES BE OUR LAST KING?
PRIME Minister Phillip “Brave” Davis said on Friday that his administration will let Bahamians decide whether The Bahamas should transition into a republic amid reignited discussion over the issue following Queen Elizabeth II’s death.
Officials gather at Senate to sign Book of Condolences
GOVERNMENT officials along with members of the wider political community gathered at the Senate on Friday to sign the book of condolences in the wake of Queen Elizabeth II’s death.
Cooper apologises for GB restoration delay
APOLOGISING for the long delay in restoration in East Grand Bahama, Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper gave an assurance that assistance for home repairs and critical government services and infrastructure will be mobilised within weeks.
Plan to build 300 homes in Abaco in next year
TRANSPORT and Housing Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis said her ministry intends to construct some 300 homes in Abaco over the next year to help alleviate the housing crisis on the island.
Darville: No further relaxation of COVID rules
DESPITE the recent decrease in the number of active cases, Health and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville said there won’t be any further relaxations of COVID-19 restrictions.
‘Create task force for Abaco shanty towns’
NORTH Abaco MP Kirk Cornish wants government to create a special task force to deal with unregulated shanty towns on Abaco due to an increasing number of illegal communities springing up on the island.
