Hours Before Border Back-Pedal, PM Briceno Was Still Pushing For Opening
Prime Minister John Briceno advocated for reopening borders just hours before the announcement of a postponement due to the Omicron variant.
Prime Minister John Briceno advocated for reopening borders just hours before the announcement of a postponement due to the Omicron variant.
The Prime Minister discusses the stalled Sugar Industry Amendment Bill and the need for elections in cane farming associations.
The Prime Minister confirmed the termination process for Dr. Marvin Manzanero, citing incompetence in managing the COVID crisis and plans to restructure the Ministry of Health.
The Prime Minister outlines plans for post-amnesty measures to address illegal migration and the role of the BDF in enforcement.
The Prime Minister defended the legitimacy of contracts awarded to RJC Auto Parts, owned by a political affiliate, amid criticism.
Myrna Manzanares faced political scrutiny over her home ownership, which was rescued from foreclosure by NICH during Patrick Faber's tenure as minister.
RJC Auto Parts and Heavy Equipment received multiple contracts for road repairs, raising questions about political connections to PUP Representative Ramiro Ramirez.
The government has delayed the 1% increase to Social Security contributions for three months, aligning it with the financial year starting in April.
The MIDH is awarding contracts for sugar road repairs, including to a company linked to PUP area representative Ramiro Ramirez.
Waterloo has been added as an interested party in a Supreme Court case involving Stake Bank and the Port of Magical Belize.
The proposed Waterloo cruise port project has been effectively shut down by NEAC, which is investigating allegations of bribery against its members.
The Prime Minister has agreed to appoint Clifford Martinez to the Social Security Board as nominated by the NTUCB.
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