Ingraham: PLP avoids tough decisions
FORMER prime minister Hubert Ingraham has described the Davis administration as being reluctant to make decisions on controversial issues since being elected, adding that “not long from now” the government will be held accountable for its actions or perceived inaction.
Munroe on marital rape: We need to define what we want to criminalise
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe on Friday described marital rape as a “social issue”, adding that there was a need to define exactly what would be criminalised.
Political leaders speak out on death
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis described as “truly unbearable” the death of Omar Davis Jr, saying all must get involved in fighting the scourge of violence in the country at a time when Bahamians are experiencing heavy hearts.
Climate conference closes
PRIME Minister Phillip “Brave” Davis concluded the Caribbean Regional Heads of Government high-level talks on climate change yesterday at Baha Mar.
‘Progress made’ on affordable housing
TRANSPORT and Housing Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis says the government is making progress regarding its affordable housing initiative.
‘Why is govt not prioritising regulating marijuana?’
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard is disappointed that the government has not prioritised regulating the use of medicinal marijuana.
FNM wants action from govt on domestic violence
FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard said there must be strategic action to address the “blood” running “in our streets” and homes due to domestic violence.
Final decision on minimum wage expected next week
LABOUR Minister Keith Bell says he expects the government will make a final decision on what the country’s national minimum wage will look like during next week’s Cabinet meeting.
‘How will govt deal with migrants?’
FORMER Foreign Affairs Minister Darren Henfield urged government to state how it plans to address the increase in illegal migrants from Haiti.
Call for ‘proper assessment’ of who is still in need
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard wants a “proper assessment” of who in the country is still “food insecure” and needs the aid of social assistance programmes.
Minnis: Equal rights is proper way to go
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis says he believes equalising citizenship rights is “the proper way to go,” adding his administration had planned to address the issue while in office.
‘WE MUST UNITE IN CLIMATE FIGHT’: PM calls on leaders across Caribbean to take action
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis repeated his calls yesterday for Caribbean leaders to unite and take action in the fight against climate change.
FNM deputy calls for govt strategy on bail issue
FREE National Movement deputy leader Shanendon Cartwright has urged the government to come up with a strategy to address the issue of bail as the number of murders in the country continues to climb.
PM: Masks to become voluntary at ‘comfortable’ vaccine level
PRIME Minister Phillip “Brave” Davis says when the country’s vaccination rate reaches a “comfortable” level, wearing masks will become voluntary.
Darville pleased with Mental Health Bill
HEALTH Minister Dr Michael Darville has discussed plans for the Mental Health Act 2022 and laying the groundwork for catastrophic care in the Davis administration’s latest budget over the weekend.
