NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The decision to displace some 40 Urban Renewal employees has been reversed, confirmed Minister of Social Services Obie Wilchcombe yesterday, who labeled the move as an “error in judgment”. Wilchcombe was responding to concerns raised by Marco City MP Micheal Pintard over the alleged treatment of scores of Urban Renewal employees. The […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Vaccine incentives could be in the pipeline for those who have yet to take the jab as the government seeks to bolster uptake to reach its goal of 200,000 fully vaccinated Bahamians and residents before the end of the year. The move also represents efforts to ensure its surplus of vaccines do […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Philip Brave Davis said yesterday that while the government is satisfied with the trend of coronavirus cases in The Bahamas and the low positivity rate, large gatherings are inadvisable during the approaching holidays as the pandemic remains “alive and well”. Addressing the media at the Office of the Prime Minister, […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government’s free coronavirus testing program will be rolled out nationwide in the first quarter next year, according to Press Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister Clint Watson. The pilot program launched on Inagua and expanded to North Eleuthera remains in the testing phase, Watson told the media during the […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — With less than 24-hours before the Free National Movement will vote in a new party leader, the three Grand Bahama candidates are making their final appeals to delegates for why they should emerge victoriously. MARCO City MP Michael Pintard, Central Grand Bahama Iram Lewis and East Grand Bahama MP Kwasi Thompson have […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government is giving “serious consideration” to fixed election dates, according to Press Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister Clint Watson. He was responding to questions from the media at the OPM’s weekly press briefing. “The prime minister would have spoken and expressed serious concern during the last campaign – […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The public will to be able to make requests for government information via the Freedom of the Information Act (FOIA) from at least seven government ministries and corporations as part of a pilot program when it launches, though a specific date has yet to be set. During the weekly press briefing at […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Marco City MP Michael Pintard yesterday raised concerns over the alleged treatment of scores of Urban Renewal employees who claim they have been subjected to verbal abuse and intimidation. Pintard said he has been bombarded with “deeply concerning stories” involving the Minister of State with responsibility for Social Services and Urban Development […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Attorney General Ryan Pinder said yesterday bills to introduce the regulatory framework for the cannabis industry, as well as the decriminalization for possession of small amounts of the substance are expected to be finalized in the first quarter of next year. “That’s the intention of the government in the context of preparing […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — There is an urgent need for action on violence against women and children who continue to be victims of abuse amid the coronavirus pandemic and the subsequent restrictions of movement, according to Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director Dr Carissa Etienne. “In the context of COVID-19, what we have seen is increased […]
Vaccination and continued public health measures crucial, given spikes in Europe and approaching holiday season. WASHINGTON, D.C.— With Europe seeing record spikes in COVID-19 infections and cases rising by 23 percent in the Americas over the past week, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director Carissa F Etienne warned there is no room for complacency […]
$10,000 Donation to Royal Bahamas Police Force National Crime Prevention NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Oaktree Medical Center recently donated $10,000 to the Royal Bahamas Police Force National Crime Prevention Office for its annual tree lighting ceremony under the theme, “Celebrating the Gift of Peace and Hope”. The event is set for December 3 at police headquarters. […]
