Politics

Politics June 17, 2005

Musa on GOB's Bad Derivatives Gamble

Said Musa defends against accountability for a multi-million dollar loss from a currency swap overseen by the Central Bank.

Politics June 17, 2005

Cordel Hyde: Tax the Beer, Not the Poor

Cordel Hyde criticizes the government's proposed beer tax increase, arguing it is insufficient and unfairly burdens the poor.

Politics June 17, 2005

Mark Espat Slams GOB for Relationship w/ Ashcroft

Mark Espat criticizes the government's long-standing relationship with Michael Ashcroft regarding the Belize Telemedia Limited issue during a parliamentary session.

Politics June 17, 2005

Will the PUP Expel Their 2 Rebel Representatives?

The Prime Minister's comments raise questions about the future of rebel PUP representatives Cordel Hyde and Mark Espat within the party.

Politics June 17, 2005

Barrow and Espat Condemn Deal, Support BTL Workers

Mark Espat and Dean Barrow express strong opposition to a government resolution affecting BTL workers' ownership rights and support their ongoing struggle.

Politics June 17, 2005

Blood on the Assembly Floor!

The National Assembly session ended abruptly after heated exchanges between government and opposition representatives over airport management and parliamentary procedures.

Politics June 16, 2005

GOB's Plan for BTL

The government plans to sell its 37% stake in BTL to Michael Ashcroft to meet expenditure and service debt amid ongoing court challenges.

Politics June 15, 2005

Prosser Appeals Supreme Court Ruling

The appeal against the Chief Justice's ruling on the BTL Board of Directors composition was heard, with arguments presented by Jeffrey Prosser's legal team.

Politics June 15, 2005

More Hard Talk from Unions to GOB

Union leaders criticize the government over wage freezes and retrenchment, demanding tax reforms and defending their right to challenge government decisions.

Politics June 15, 2005

BTL Workers Attempt to Block Sale to Ashcroft

BTL workers are seeking a court injunction to block the sale of government shares in BTL to a company owned by Michael Ashcroft.

Politics June 14, 2005

Taxes & BTL's Future on the Table for Friday House Meeting

The House of Representatives will discuss tax increases and a potential deal to sell 37% of BTL back to Michael Ashcroft.

Politics June 10, 2005

So GOB Will Have to Pay

the government of Belize will reimburse the Social Security Board for payments made on behalf of Godfrey companies, using taxpayer money to cover debts.