Politics

Politics October 7, 2004

Senate begins SSB Probe

The senate special select committee began its probe into the Social Security Board's management of investment funds in Belmopan.

Politics October 6, 2004

align=\"center\">Port Loyola Area Rep. Still supports Carnival

Port Loyola Area Representative Anthony ‘Boots' Martinez continues to support the Carnival project despite concerns over contract terms and local employment.

Politics October 5, 2004

The Bar says everyone has a right to a defense

The bar association opposes the DPP's potential charges against Dean Barrow and Atlantic Bank, emphasizing the right to a defense in criminal cases.

Politics October 5, 2004

Leader of the Opposition condemns Carnival deal

Opposition Leader Dean Barrow criticizes the government's contract with Carnival, highlighting exemptions from key laws and potential financial implications for taxpayers.

Politics October 2, 2004

Moya the Whistle blower is out

Zenaida Moya has been transferred from registrar of cooperatives to supervisor of credit unions after exposing financial misconduct in the Northern Fishermen Cooperatives.

Politics October 2, 2004

Prime Minister Musa in Washington

Prime Minister Said Musa attends the annual joint meetings of the World Bank and the IMF in Washington, D.C. amid Belize's fiscal distress.

Politics September 30, 2004

Ralph Fonseca still has a hand in Finances

Ralph Fonseca discusses his ongoing influence in the Ministry of Finance despite no longer being the minister.

Politics September 30, 2004

UDP keeps on picketing SSB

The UDP held a small picket at the Social Security office in Belize City to demand accountability from the Social Security Board.

Politics September 29, 2004

Looking back 30 years of the PUP

The PUP celebrates George Price with a book launch featuring photographs from the 1970s, highlighting his role in Belize's political history.

Politics September 29, 2004

Government announces austerity measures

The government announced austerity measures including spending cuts and tax collection increases to address a growing fiscal deficit.

Politics September 29, 2004

Pup at 54

The People's United Party celebrated its 54th anniversary while addressing internal divisions and leadership concerns during a national party council meeting.

Politics September 24, 2004

P.M says No to 100 million dollar loan

The Prime Minister rejected a 100 million US dollar loan offer from Bear Stearns, stating Belize does not need to take on more debt.