Politics

Politics July 16, 2004

Ralph Fonseca Blames it on 7NEWS

Ralph Fonseca defends his statements regarding a U.S. $57 million loan amid a heated exchange with Dean Barrow in the National Assembly.

Politics July 15, 2004

Barrow Says No to CCJ! Musa Says He Will Go Ahead!

The opposition will not support the amendment to replace the Privy Council with the Caribbean Court of Justice, leading to a political dispute between leaders.

Politics July 15, 2004

Did GOB Lie About Proceeds of BTL Sale?

the Prime Minister revealed that the government was never paid cash for the BTL buyout, contradicting previous statements about the sale's proceeds.

Politics July 14, 2004

UDP Meets to Decide on CCJ House Vote

The UDP's central party council met to finalize their position on a proposed constitutional amendment regarding the Privy Council and the Caribbean Court of Justice.

Politics July 13, 2004

New Report Blasts Labor Practices in Belize

A report from the International Confederation of Free Trade Unions criticizes labor practices in Belize, highlighting violations of union rights and child labor issues.

Politics July 13, 2004

GOB Will Go Ahead with CCJ Regardless of UDP

The government plans to establish the Caribbean Court of Justice regardless of the UDP's endorsement of constitutional amendments.

Politics July 12, 2004

Will UDP Agree to Deal with GOB on CCJ House Vote?

The government seeks to pass a constitutional amendment for the Caribbean Court of Justice amid negotiations with the opposition on transparency and financial regulations.

Politics July 9, 2004

Musa and Barrow Meet and Agree to Possible Deal on CCJ House Vote

Said Musa, Dean Barrow, and Eamon Courtenay meet to discuss a constitutional amendment for the Caribbean Court of Justice as Belize's final court of appeal.

Politics July 5, 2004

Musa at CARICOM Summit

Prime Minister Said Musa attended the CARICOM Heads of Government Summit in Grenada, discussing trade negotiations and tourism issues.

Politics July 2, 2004

PUP and UDP Agree to Deal?

the PUP and UDP held a closed-door meeting to discuss a constitutional amendment and the opposition's demands for reforms in governance and public debt limits.

Politics July 2, 2004

The Verdict on The Police's Marijuana Policy

An online poll shows 60% support for the police's discretion in marijuana possession arrests following a leaked memo from Assistant Commissioner Maureen Leslie.

Politics July 2, 2004

PM Musa Leaves for CARICOM Heads of Government

Prime Minister Said Musa has departed for Grenada to attend the CARICOM Heads of Government meeting focusing on regional issues including the sugar industry.