Politics

Politics October 7, 2011

Seismic Shift In PUP: Briceno Out As Leader! Espat In!

John Briceno has resigned as leader of the PUP, with Mark Espat appointed as interim leader amid notable absences from key party members.

Politics October 6, 2011

PUP Can't Even Pay Social Security

the PUP party is reportedly millions in debt and unable to pay social security contributions for its workers

Politics October 5, 2011

Grang Truce In Jeopardy

Prime Minister Dean Barrow warns that the gang truce may be in jeopardy due to demands from certain gang leaders for payment to maintain peace.

Politics October 5, 2011

Barrow Says Briceno Should Consider Options

Dean Barrow suggests John Briceno should consider his leadership options following unrest within the PUP after Briceno's recent comments.

Politics October 5, 2011

UDP Launches Citco Slate

the UDP launched its City Council slate, featuring mayoral candidate Darrell Bradley, amid challenges from the previous council's performance.

Politics October 5, 2011

PM Says Bar Assoc's Legal Opinions Don't Faze Him

Prime Minister Dean Barrow dismisses opposing legal opinions on the ninth amendment and questions the validity of signatures collected by the PUP for a referendum.

Politics October 4, 2011

John Briceno And The PUP Millionaire’s Club

John Briceno criticized PUP millionaires for not supporting the party financially during a National Party Council Meeting in Belize City.

Politics October 4, 2011

PUP Will Boycott Final Public Consultation On The Ninth

The PUP's Cayo Caucus will boycott the final public consultation on the ninth amendment, citing concerns over the democratic process.

Politics October 3, 2011

Musa: \"Quo Vadis PUP?\"; Briceno Calls On Party Millionaires To Step Up

Said Musa challenges John Briceno's leadership of the PUP, urging party millionaires to contribute financially to support the party's efforts.

Politics October 3, 2011

Bar Gets Split Decision On Legal Opinions

The Bar Association of Belize received conflicting legal opinions on the Ninth Amendment from two international experts regarding its constitutionality.

Politics September 27, 2011

Former Tourism Director Speaks: Says Ministry “Moved The Goalposts”

Former Tourism Director Seleni Matus resigns, citing shifting goals and political distractions within the Ministry of Tourism and Belize Tourism Board.

Politics September 23, 2011

BFJ/Yolanda for Mayor

Yolanda Schakron has officially declared her candidacy for PUP Mayor amid criticism of the government's handling of local crime.