Politics

Politics March 16, 2005

Senior Managers Try To Muzzle Zenaida Moya

The APSSM has ordered acting President Zenaida Moya to cease her activities with the Trade Union Congress amid a protest in Belmopan.

Politics March 16, 2005

BTL Workers Rough-Up Ralph Fonseca

BTL workers protested outside the Esquivel Telecom Center demanding control of the company, confronting Investment Minister Ralph Fonseca during the tense standoff.

Politics March 15, 2005

BTL Employees Pull the Plug...

BTL employees staged a protest and communication blackout to demand the company be returned to Belizean ownership.

Politics March 15, 2005

Chief Justice Stops Prosser Takeover

The Chief Justice ruled against Jeffrey Prosser's takeover of BTL, allowing the government time to negotiate a new agreement with Michael Ashcroft's company, Pillow Talk.

Politics March 14, 2005

Barry Bowen Resigns from Senate

Senator Barry Bowen resigns from the Senate amid a public relations battle and a dispute with Unions over beer excise tax.

Politics March 14, 2005

Musa Meets The Unions

Leaders of the Trade Union Congress met with the Prime Minister as the PSU initiated industrial action and called for a national demonstration against new tax measures.

Politics March 14, 2005

...But Musa Says GOB Has a Plan for BTL

Prime Minister Said Musa discusses the government's plan to increase Belizean ownership in BTL amid ongoing governance challenges and legal issues.

Politics March 14, 2005

Musa: GOB Will Appeal Miami Decision

the Government of Belize plans to appeal a Florida court decision that reinstates directors for BTL, raising concerns about jurisdiction and control of the company.

Politics March 11, 2005