NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said yesterday that the lockdowns and curfews implemented by the government have been effective in curbing the spread of the coronavirus in New Providence. The prime minister advised that a metric system will be implemented to guide the operation of industries and the phased opening of islands that […]
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New timeline for Rand Memorial Hospital restoration
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Health Renward Wells yesterday provided an updated timeline for the phased redevelopment of Grand Bahama’s Rand Memorial Hospital, with major works expected to be completed within the next three months. Wells also provided an update on renovations at Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH), which he said were on track to be […]
Public Consultation continues for Introduction of Local Government in New Providence
Residents of the capital are having their say on the concept of Local Government as the work of the National Advisory Committee (NAC) for the introduction of Local Government in New Providence intensifies. NAC has commenced stage two of its project with widespread consultation with the goal of presenting its findings to Cabinet later this year. The […]
New Providence roads to get $7 million facelift
Motorists in New Providence can look forward to “smoother” drives. The Ministry of Works has embarked on a $7 million road paving project in New Providence which encompasses main arteries and some side streets. The project’s scope of works entails all New Providence streets that have been in a “poor” state for a while and […]