Politics

Politics April 12, 2006

Musa Makes Room for Eamon Courtenay In Cabinet

Eamon Courtenay returns to the Cabinet as Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade following a recent Cabinet shuffle.

Politics April 12, 2006

DFC Commission Waiting for Forensic Auditor

The DFC Commission of Inquiry is awaiting a forensic auditor to proceed with its investigation into irregularities at the Development Finance Corporation.

Politics April 10, 2006

Musa's Rumored Cabinet Shuffle

Prime Minister Musa is expected to announce a cabinet shuffle this week following the death of his mother, amid speculation about changes in key ministries.

Politics April 7, 2006

Mayor Moya Says City Won't/Can't Vacate Pound Yard

Mayor Moya states the City Council will not vacate the Pound Yard compound until proof of full payment for the property is provided.

Politics April 7, 2006

Mayor Moya Speaks on Mark King

UDP councilor Mark King threatened to resign over Mayor Moya's hiring of Pamela Smith, which Moya claims is voluntary work.

Politics April 7, 2006

More Unrest at Ready Call

Former workers of Ready Call picketed the office demanding the right to unionize amid claims of management's mixed messages.

Politics April 6, 2006

Hotchandani Wants City Council Out of the Pound Yard Lot

Mayor Zenaida Moya addresses claims of financial mismanagement as Arun Hotchandani seeks to develop the pound yard lot, leaving the City Council in a financial dispute.

Politics April 5, 2006

Musa Supports 50-50 Take of Oil Money

Said Musa supports a 50-50 sharing of oil revenue profits to ensure fair distribution for Belizeans.

Politics April 5, 2006

Musa Contemplates Cabinet Shuffle

Prime Minister Said Musa discusses the possibility of a Cabinet shuffle and the need for change in government direction.

Politics April 5, 2006

Mark King Threatens to Resign from Moya's City Council

Mark King threatens to resign from the city council over Mayor Moya's hiring decision, citing concerns of nepotism.

Politics April 4, 2006

Cabinet Squashes BWS' Request for Water Rate Increase

Cabinet ordered Belize Water Services Limited to withdraw its request for an 8.75% water rate increase, ensuring no rise in water bills for the public.

Politics March 30, 2006

Lorna Wade Fired from City Council! Political Victimization?

Lorna Wade was fired from the City Council, claiming political victimization due to her support for the PUP, which the council denies.