Politics

Politics July 20, 2011

PM: If Not Preventative Detention, Then What?

Prime Minister Dean Barrow discusses the contentious issue of preventive detention and the need for public consultation on government measures.

Politics July 19, 2011

UDP Backs Off Preventive-D, PUP Demands Consultation

Michael Finnegan urged Prime Minister Dean Barrow to abandon preventive detention, while Opposition Leader Briceno demands government consultation on the proposed amendment.

Politics July 19, 2011

PM Dismisses Chamber

The Prime Minister rejected a resolution from the Chamber of Commerce regarding government acquisition of private property, expressing a significant disagreement with its premises.

Politics July 18, 2011

Is GOB Re-considering Preventative Detention?

Michael Finnegan discusses public concerns regarding the proposed Preventative Detention law with the Prime Minister and Cabinet members.

Politics July 18, 2011

Finnegan Attacks Pi Marin

Honorable Finnegan criticizes businessman Israel Pi Marin's land acquisition amid allegations of title theft and fraud involving Bikini Caye.

Politics July 12, 2011

Winston Ain’t Smiling At Fellow PUP Steve Nembhard

Winston Smiling is pursuing legal action against fellow PUP member Steve Nembhard over an unpaid loan, revealing deeper party tensions.

Politics July 11, 2011

From Delphi: The Bar Association Speaks

The Bar Association issued a confusing release regarding the implications of the BTL re-nationalization and the Court of Appeals judgment.

Politics July 11, 2011

Say What?: The Commissioner Of Lands Makes Statement

The Commissioner of Lands addresses land title theft allegations and assures the public of disciplinary action if necessary.

Politics July 6, 2011

PUP Calls PM Barrow A Dictator

The PUP criticized Prime Minister Barrow during a press conference, accusing him of dictatorship and calling for immediate elections.

Politics July 6, 2011

Chamber Will Make Statement

The Chamber of Commerce is drafting a statement urging the government to respect the rule of law regarding nationalizations and compensation for private property.

Politics July 6, 2011

Hon. Herredia's Vehicle Not Tinted

Tourism Minister Manuel Junior Herredia defends himself against accusations of having a tinted vehicle after new regulations were passed.

Politics July 5, 2011

The Public Purpose for Re-Taking Telemedia Defined

The government has defined the public purpose for re-acquiring Telemedia, focusing on social justice and economic independence for Belizeans.