Politics

Politics May 4, 2005

Which Way Will the NTUCB Go?

The NTUCB is deliberating a revised demand for the resignation of Prime Minister Said Musa and Home Affairs Minister Ralph Fonseca.

Politics May 3, 2005

Unions Halt Strike and Re-strategize

The Teachers' Union and Public Service Union have halted their strikes while re-strategizing against the Musa administration, targeting specific political figures for potential resignation.

Politics May 3, 2005

Miami Judge Says GOB Must Pay

A Miami judge ruled that the Government of Belize must pay US$1.8 million in fines due to contempt of court.

Politics May 3, 2005

Patrick Faber's Arrest Revisited

Patrick Faber was physically restrained by police while attempting to enter a public forum at the University of Belize, leading to his arrest and charges of aggravated assault.

Politics May 3, 2005

Barrow Writes Musa on DFC Inquiry

Barrow urges Musa to amend the Commission of Inquiry act to allow access to DFC records amid confidentiality concerns.

Politics April 29, 2005

Striking Teachers and Public Officers Get Pay Cut

Teachers and public officers received their April salaries, but many striking teachers were docked pay for their absence due to strike action.

Politics April 29, 2005

S&P Cautions Investors About Political Instability

Standard and Poor's warns that Belize's political instability could weaken its creditworthiness and impact economic activity.

Politics April 28, 2005

UB Students Take on PM Musa

Prime Minister Said Musa faced tough questions from University of Belize students regarding government actions and accountability during his visit to the campus.

Politics April 28, 2005

Unions Rally in Benque

The Trade Union Congress held a rally in Benque Viejo Town with about 400 participants, including teachers protesting against pay cuts amid ongoing strikes.

Politics April 28, 2005

Riot Squad Tackle UDP's Patrick Faber

Patrick Faber was arrested at the UB Central Campus during a confrontation with police while attempting to attend a public forum addressed by the Prime Minister.

Politics April 27, 2005

Belize's Redistricted Electoral Map

Belize's electoral map has been redistricted, affecting where voters will cast their ballots in future elections.

Politics April 27, 2005

Day 2: Water Workers Join Strike

The national strike by teachers and public workers continued, with the Water Workers Union joining in by instituting water outages as part of the protest against the government.