Politics

Politics December 24, 2009

SMART Appeals Before PUC Decides

The PUC has received an appeal from SPEEDNET regarding a previous decision, claiming bias and political motivation in the commission's actions.

Politics December 21, 2009

Sedi Elrington Defends \"Artificial Border\" Comment

Wilfred Elrington defends his controversial statement calling the Belize-Guatemala border 'artificial' amid national criticism and concerns over its implications.

Politics December 18, 2009

Sedi Elrington Under Scrutiny for Belize-Guatemala Remark

Foreign Minister Wilfred Elrington faces criticism for calling the Belize-Guatemala border an 'artificial border' during a meeting with his Guatemalan counterpart.

Politics December 18, 2009

Chief Justice Gives BTL 48 Hours

The Chief Justice ordered BTL to restore equipment belonging to SMART within 48 hours or face contempt charges.

Politics December 17, 2009

Supreme Court Orders Reinstatement of Mayor Moya in UDP

The Supreme Court ruled that Mayor Zenaida Moya Flowers must be reinstated to the UDP's National Party Council after her removal was deemed unjust.

Politics December 17, 2009

Christmas Crush at Finnegan's Office

Housing Minister Michael Finnegan's office saw a large turnout of constituents seeking assistance before Christmas.

Politics December 15, 2009

Doctors Sosa and Fabro Face-off at KHMH Inquiry

Doctors Sosa and Fabro testified at the KHMH corruption inquiry, discussing allegations of impropriety and conflicts of interest regarding hospital contracts.

Politics December 15, 2009

Shuffle at City Hall

City Hall has shuffled council portfolios, with no changes to financial responsibilities, while councilors propose to cut their allowances in half as a goodwill gesture.

Politics December 14, 2009

Finance Director Carlos Perrera Testifies at KHMH Inquiry

Finance Director Carlos Perrera testified at the KHMH inquiry, disputing allegations of corruption and overpayments related to pharmaceutical purchases.