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Less GOB Cash For Cops?
The budget cuts will significantly reduce funding for the police department, affecting recruit intake and resources, according to Police Commissioner Allen Whylie.
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GOB Unfazed By Senate Rejection Of PACT Bill, Will Push On
The Government of Belize asserts that the Senate cannot delay the assent of a money bill after it has been passed by the House of Representatives.
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Senate Rejects PACT Bill, Delays Implementation of Tax Measure, GOB Loses Revenue
The Senate rejected the PACT Amendment Bill, delaying its implementation and causing the government to lose a month of expected revenue.
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Church Deplores Sin, Loves Sin Tax
The government is implementing a sin tax on alcohol to raise revenue, with support from church representatives for higher rates to deter substance abuse.
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Feinstein Group Goes After Hon. Herredia
Mike Feinstein criticizes the Belizean government for not supporting the Stake Bank Cruise Tourism Project and responds to comments made by Minister Manuel Heredia Jr.
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Upheaval Reported At UDP Meeting In Dangriga
a divisional UDP meeting in Dangriga ended in violence, leading to a police report by an assaulted supporter.
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Senate Debates But Cannot Delay Budget, Because GOB Has Church Support
The Senate debated the budget but could not delay it due to support from church representatives, ensuring its passage despite concerns over tax increases.
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Still Fighting Over Superbond, Even In Senate
The Senate debated the Superbond amendment, highlighting differing opinions on its financial implications and future responsibilities.
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AG Says He Did It For Free, Not For Fees
The Attorney General stated he did not receive any fees for his role in bond negotiations, amid concerns over transparency in related expenses.
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Nagle-Gazing
Eamon Courtenay criticizes the government over the removal of Belize's Ambassador to Austria, Joel Nagle, calling it an international embarrassment.
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Day Two Of Budget Debate is More Blustery Back And Forth
The budget debate continued in the National Assembly with opposition leaders criticizing the government's financial plans and the ruling party defending its economic strategies.
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A Shyne In the Story
Kareem Musa criticizes Shyne and the Barrow brothers during the budget debate, while Michael Finnegan defends Shyne and attacks the PUP's current direction.
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