Politics

Politics January 19, 2005

...While Unions Prepare for Peaceful Revolution

Unions in Belize are preparing for a strike and demonstrations against new tax increases, calling it a peaceful revolution.

Politics January 18, 2005

Judge Hears Challenge to Prosser's Handling of BTL

Chief Justice Conteh will hold a hearing on February 4th regarding BTL's affairs and a challenge to Jeffrey Prosser's handling of the company.

Politics January 18, 2005

Government Workers on Go-Slow

Government workers initiated a go-slow protest against planned tax increases and wage restraints, affecting operations at the Customs Department in Belize City.

Politics January 17, 2005

PSU Defends Customs Department

The Public Service Union defends the Customs Department against Minister Ralph Fonseca's comments about revenue leaks and corruption.

Politics January 17, 2005

Was 'Boots' Punched by Police?

Anthony 'Boots' Martinez was injured during a scuffle with police officers outside the National Assembly, leading to outrage and demands for action from UDP Leader Dean Barrow.

Politics January 17, 2005

Unions & Chamber Say No To The New Taxes Or...?

Unions and the Chamber of Commerce oppose increased taxes in Prime Minister Musa's budget and are planning meetings to discuss their response.

Politics January 17, 2005

A Closer Look at 05/06 Budget

The new budget proposes tax measures aimed at increasing revenue by 22%, but questions arise about their feasibility and impact on consumers.

Politics January 15, 2005

Prosser's ICC Tries to Sweet Talk Unions

Union leaders rejected an offer from ICC to drop their lawsuit during a meeting with government legal advisor Gian Ghandi.

Politics January 15, 2005

Wave Radio Pre-Empts Musa's Speech

Wave Radio aired the Prime Minister's budget speech before he presented it, leading to a rare silence from the Minister of Finance afterwards.

Politics January 15, 2005

Opposition Leader Calls Budget 'A Wreck'

Opposition Leader Dean Barrow criticized the new budget, calling it a wreck and demanding the government's resignation due to its financial implications.

Politics January 15, 2005

Unions React to Budget

Unions express strong opposition to proposed tax increases in the national budget and threaten to take action against the government.

Politics January 15, 2005

Budget Day in Belmopan

The budget speech by Prime Minister Said Musa raised taxes and deferred public servants' pay, sparking controversy and protests from the Opposition in Belmopan.