Politics

Politics October 17, 2005

New Poll Shows Musa's Approval Rating at 20 percent

A new poll reveals Prime Minister Musa's approval rating at 19.8%, with a majority of respondents favoring early elections.

Politics October 14, 2005

...and The Sol Gen Also Has A Stake

Solicitor General Elson Kaseke's dual role raises concerns about conflict of interest regarding copyright legislation and his position at BELIPO.

Politics October 14, 2005

Marshall Says CITCO Should Apologize to Hair Braiders

City Councilor Marshall Nunez acknowledges a mistake by the Council in detaining hair braiders for unpaid fees and promises an apology.

Politics October 14, 2005

UDP Leader's Brother Co-Owns Privatized Registry...

Denys Barrow, brother of UDP Leader Dean Barrow, is revealed as a co-owner of the privatized Belize Companies Registry, raising concerns of corruption.

Politics October 13, 2005

...Barrow Now Calls Payment \"Scandalous\

Dean Barrow criticizes a stamp duty payment as scandalous and demands accountability from the Prime Minister regarding a potentially corrupt transaction.

Politics October 13, 2005

Scandal Brewing Over GOB's Payment of $2 mil in Stamp Duty...

the government is under scrutiny for paying over $2 million in taxes for Michael Ashcroft's companies, raising questions about favoritism and financial dealings.

Politics October 12, 2005

PUP Deputy Mayor Jumps Ship

Darlene Parham resigns from the PUP and joins the UDP, citing corruption in the Punta Gorda Town Council.

Politics October 12, 2005

Barrow on $2.2 million in Stamp Duty: 'Irregular'

Dean Barrow comments on a $2.2 million stamp duty payment by the government for shares transferred to E-com and Sunshine Holdings Limited, calling it irregular but not illegal.

Politics October 12, 2005

ICC Challenges PUC Amendments

The ICC filed an application in the Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of the PUC Amendment Act regarding BTL's Board of Directors.

Politics October 11, 2005

How Slow Can You Go?

The Public Service Union initiated a work to rule in response to a government wage freeze on increments for workers.

Politics October 11, 2005

Musa vs. Mayas

Prime Minister Said Musa met with Maya leaders to discuss progress on a five-year-old land agreement, revealing ongoing challenges in land security for the communities.

Politics October 6, 2005

Dale Trujeque Fired from BTL

Dale Trujeque was fired from BTL after joining the Belize Communication Workers' Union and challenging the company's management practices.