Politics

Politics August 9, 2012

PM Takes Personal Leave

Prime Minister Barrow has left for personal leave in Miami, with Patrick Faber acting as Prime Minister during his absence.

Politics August 8, 2012

Government Fends Off 40 Mil Ashcroft Alliance Arbitral Award In Appeals Court

The Government of Belize successfully appealed a 40 million dollar arbitration award against the Ashcroft Alliance in the court of appeals.

Politics August 2, 2012

Hon. Gaspar Vega: No Apologies For \"Giving\" Land To Family

Deputy Prime Minister Gaspar Vega defends giving land to family members amid accusations of favoritism and improper land distribution.

Politics August 1, 2012

PUP: UDP Ministers Have a Friend & Family Plan for Land

The PUP accuses UDP ministers of land ownership improprieties, highlighting alleged family connections to land holdings in various Belizean locations.

Politics July 30, 2012

Erwin And The Big Ticket

Cayo West Representative Erwin Contreras was mistakenly reported to have received a ticket for a tinted vehicle that actually belonged to a friend.

Politics July 27, 2012

OAS Comes Correct + How A Guate Was Killed On Sapodilla Hill

Belize's National Negotiating team prepares for a tense meeting with Guatemala at the OAS following a border incident involving a Guatemalan's death.

Politics July 27, 2012

Toledo West Rep Cites Border Incursions

Oscar Requena highlights the impact of Guatemalan incursions on communities in Toledo West, raising concerns over security and resource access.

Politics July 27, 2012

Hon. Saldivar Takes On 7News On JA Cop Union

Hon. John Saldivar addressed the House regarding the classification of the Jamaica Police Federation and its similarities to the Belize Police Association.

Politics July 27, 2012

Col. Castellanos Says GOB Is Playing Personal With Him

Colonel Javier Castellanos claims he was wrongfully discharged from the BDF and is seeking reinstatement after a ruling from the Belize Advisory Council.

Politics July 27, 2012

PM On Ashcroft V. Awich: Is the Lord Meddling?

Prime Minister Dean Barrow defends the appointment of Justice Sam Awich amid accusations of judicial meddling by Michael Ashcroft.

Politics July 27, 2012

Leader Of The Opp Complains About Hurry-Up House Meeting

Francis Fonseca criticized the short notice for a special House meeting, claiming it undermines democracy, while PM Dean Barrow defended the urgency due to deadlines with the IDB.

Politics July 27, 2012

PM Calls Out Hon. Marin Jr.

Prime Minister Dean Barrow addresses allegations of land grabs involving Deputy Prime Minister's family during a House meeting.