Deal says multiple administrations have failed to adequately handle the issue “We often only think about electricity when it’s either off or the bill comes” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — This nation needs to “stop pretending” and get serious about addressing its energy concerns, a Bahamas Chamber of Commerce executive said yesterday, warning that it can no […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis claimed yesterday that he has been “reliably informed” of his party’s victory at the advance polls. Minnis was speaking at the Free National Movement’s (FNM) drive-in rally ion Cat Island, and also made the claim later that day at another rally on San Salvador. “I’ve been reliably […]
“We again repeat the need for two election agents to protect the integrity of the voting process” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Deputy National Coordinator of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Valentine Grimes yesterday issued a letter to Acting Parliamentary Commissioner Lavado Duncanson regarding alleged irregularities found in Thursday’s advance polling process. In his letter, Grimes claimed […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Ingraham yesterday said that more could be done to ensure a better flow of voters at the polls amid ongoing concerns of COVID-19 in the country. After being initially turned away from casting their ballots at the Gambier Primary School polling stations, Ingraham and his wife returned […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Leader Philip Brave Davis yesterday accused the Free National Movement (FNM) of suppressing votes as the country heads into a general election, asserting that “a lot of Bahamians who want to vote aren’t going to be able to.” “Everywhere I go, and it doesn’t matter where — if […]
“We are treating everybody who comes to the polls as if they are COVID-positive” Cooper slams Wells’ response as “typical” of FNM NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Health Renward Wells suggested the government could follow similar guidelines utilized by the United States during its November 2020 election in accommodating quarantined and COVID-positive voters at the […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Speaker of the House of Assembly Halson Moultrie said yesterday that while he respects the health authorities and their views on the management of the coronavirus pandemic, the law has no provisions to deny registered voters the right to vote. “I don’t think any person should be disenfranchised who is willing and […]
“We will do nothing to stop or prevent the people from exercising their right to vote beginning tomorrow and then next week” Party threatens legal action again, this time over symbol on ballots NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Despite unresolved concerns regarding the electoral process, Deputy Election Coordinator for the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Valentine Grimes said […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) is preparing to mobilize marines throughout The Bahamas alongside the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) to assist with providing security during the electoral period. The RBDF, in a statement yesterday, noted: “Because election time provides a platform for opposing views to confront one another, it is […]
“We don’t need anything ad hoc; we need a strategic plan for small business development” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A well-known small business consultant and advocate said yesterday that his organization plans to push for the enactment of a Small Business Act and a National Development Plan for SMEs with the incoming administration. Mark A Turnquest, […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Leader Philip Brave Davis yesterday advised he has filed a report with the US Embassy over a number of fake documents purporting he and his party are under investigation by the FBI. In a statement, Davis acknowledged that there are “a number of fake documents” circulating, insisting that […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The advance poll in Barbados will be held on Friday due to pandemic restrictions that require the designated presiding officer to be quarantined. In an amendment to the emergency powers order last night, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said those circumstances shall be deemed beyond the control of the presiding officer and […]
Gomez: Confirm within 36 hours you will not prevent any registered voter who is quarantined or COVID-positive from voting or face litigation NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) on Monday threatened legal action against the government should registered voters in quarantine or isolation not be allowed to vote. In a letter addressed to […]
“Any party believing that after this election it’s going to be a bed of roses is mistaken” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Businessman and former Democratic National Alliance (DNA) Leader Branville McCartney said yesterday that the incoming administration will have to make some very unpopular decisions, warning Bahamians to brace themselves for direct or indirect tax increases. […]
“We feel there should be drive-thru allowed for persons in those situations and let people vote” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Two political third parties yesterday urged the government not to disenfranchise Bahamians who have been exposed to or contracted the coronavirus from executing their constitutional right to vote. The government has yet to […]
More than 190,000 registered ahead of general election Golden Isles has largest number of registered voters, with 7,391 NASSAU, BAHAMAS — With just over a week before the general election, the voter’s register published by the Parliamentary Registration Department yesterday shows that seven constituencies have well over 6,000 registered voters. Another 12 constituencies, including three […]
1. Who is eligible to vote in the 2021 General Election? Those 18 years old. A Bahamian citizen, who must show documentary proof of Bahamian citizenship. Must have been resident in their constituency at least three months. Documentary proof of Bahamian citizenship constitutes: A Bahamian passport — the principal document that should be presented as […]
Aubry: If it’s good for the nation, it needs to be implemented regardless of party NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Long-term sustainable reform in The Bahamas should not be viewed as a partisan agenda, a governance reformer said yesterday, while stressing the need to separate election promises from actionable policies. Matt Aubry, the Organization for Responsible Governance […]
