NASSAU, BAHAMAS — While prime minister Philip Davis made no mention of the National Insurance Board (NIB) during his 2023/2024 budget contribution, he will address the issue when he kicks off the budget debate, Economic Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis assured. NIB’s current state was predicted more than two decades ago by its seventh actuarial review—completed […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Official Opposition issued a warning yesterday, cautioning businesses to anticipate continued government pressure in tax collection. Free National Movement Leader Michael Pintard expressed those concerns following the budget communication, during which Prime Minister Philip Davis pledged no new taxes but emphasized improved tax compliance and enforcement. “The level of pressure they […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A man has had his armed robbery conviction and sentence quashed by the Privy Council after expressing “deep concern” that he had been “languishing in prison” for over 12 years on the basis of a confession that should never have been admitted in evidence against him. In a judgement handed down yesterday, […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Philip Davis will today deliver the annual Budget Communication to Parliament, which according to a statement from the Office of the Prime Minister outlines a “future-focused agenda” for creating a fairer, safer, and more robust Bahamas. “This budget serves as a testament to our commitment towards the common good and […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Transport & Housing Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis has expressed serious concern over the rise in traffic fatalities which have already exceeded last year’s numbers for the first five months. In a statement yesterday it was noted that during the first five months of 2021, the number of traffic fatalities was 13. In 2022, the […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas’ short-term rental market saw further positive trends during the month of April, with the growth in total room nights sold rising by one-third. The Central Bank in its monthly Economic and Financial Developments Report for April noted that in the short-term vacation rental market, data provided by AirDNA revealed further […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Police have issued a road safety advisory in the wake of a series of recent fatal accidents and traffic mishaps in the capital. Police have advised motorists to adhere to the rules and regulations that govern the streets, including traffic signals, not drinking while driving, not using cell phones while driving and not […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The Bank of The Bahamas (BOB) will soon become the latest authorised financial institution (AFI) to begin providing SandDollar wallet services to customers in a targeted and phased rollout according to the Central Bank, with the regulator also revealing technical developments and upgrades for mobile wallet providers. In a recently released public update […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- On Sunday May 21st, art lovers and supporters of Lupus 242 gathered on Paradise Island to paint, sip, socialise and support a worthy cause. Organized by attorney and avid art collector Miranda Adderley, the event was designed to allow Bahamian artists to share their talents all while giving back. Visual artists Tayler […]
Nassau, Bahamas – Whether you’re having a birthday party in Fresh Creek, Andros or hosting a Mother’s Day luncheon in Matthew Town, Inagua, 700 Wines and Spirits has been right around the corner and ready to help you celebrate! The beverage retailer has taken pride in serving The Bahamas with more than 60 store locations […]
