Politics

Politics April 15, 2019

Labour Opposes New Referendum Bill

Labour Senator Elena Smith opposes a new referendum bill, citing concerns over political influence and the need for proper voter education.

Politics April 15, 2019

GOB Wins Senate Vote Easily

The Senate voted 8-4 with one abstention to pass the Belize Territorial Dispute Referendum Bill, moving it forward for the Governor General's assent.

Politics April 15, 2019

Special Agreement Case Goes to Court

The Supreme Court heard a case regarding the PUP's injunction against the Belize Territorial Referendum Bill, with further proceedings scheduled for April 29th.

Politics April 15, 2019

UDP Candidate/Attorney Takes Up Case Against Chief Elections Officer

Chief Elections Officer Josephine Tamai faces accusations of political manipulation regarding voter registration for the ICJ referendum.

Politics April 15, 2019

Chief Elections Officer Explains A Complicated Case

The Chief Elections Officer defends her actions amid allegations of negligence by a colleague regarding voter registration issues.

Politics April 15, 2019

Mark and Mike Spar In Senate

Senators Mark Lizarraga and Michael Peyrefitte debated issues surrounding the referendum bill and problems at the Vital Stats Unit during a Senate session.

Politics April 15, 2019

Another Sarstoon Showdown, “Sake-A Will?”

Belizean civilians faced Guatemalan gunboats while visiting the Sarstoon river, prompting a statement from the Ministry of National Security regarding increased military presence.

Politics April 15, 2019

Eamon No Acrobat, He Says

Eamon Courtenay criticized the government for not taking the Special Agreement to the House of Representatives as previously promised.

Politics April 12, 2019

PUP's Rt. Hon. Musa Makes History, Earns \"Standing O\" From UDP

Said Musa made history by supporting the UDP bill on the Belize Territorial Referendum while abstaining to maintain party loyalty, earning applause from his critics.