Politics

Politics March 13, 2017

Superbond, Both Sides Now

The Prime Minister and the Leader of the Opposition debated the merits of the Superbond 3.0 renegotiation in the House of Representatives.

Politics March 13, 2017

Shyne For Mesop? Mike P For Queen’s Square?

Prime Minister Dean Barrow discusses his son Shyne Barrow's political ambitions and endorses his sister for Queen's Square amid succession rumors.

Politics March 10, 2017

Hon. Finnegan Retires From Electoral Politics

Michael Finnegan announces his retirement from electoral politics after serving six terms as the representative for Mesopotamia.

Politics March 10, 2017

Talking Taxes With Fin. Sec.

The Financial Secretary discusses the upcoming budget and the government's plans to achieve a primary surplus amid current fiscal challenges.

Politics March 10, 2017

The Balancing Act Between Taxation And Stagnation

The government needs an additional 70 million in tax revenue for the next fiscal year, raising concerns about its impact on the economy.

Politics March 10, 2017

DPP is New VP Of Bar Assoc.

Cheryl-Lynn Vidal has been elected as the new Vice President of the Bar Association of Belize during the annual general meeting.

Politics March 9, 2017

Hon. Briceno Balks At Superbond 3.0

John Briceno criticizes Prime Minister Dean Barrow's claims about savings from the Superbond 3.0 negotiations, arguing it will actually cost the government money.

Politics March 9, 2017

PUP Raises IMF Bogeyman

The PUP claims the government may need to seek IMF assistance due to fiscal challenges while opposing tax increases and retrenchment.

Politics March 9, 2017

Opposition Leader Tells PM To “Man-Up” On Superbond

Opposition Leader John Briceno criticizes the Prime Minister for not addressing the Superbond issue and defends past borrowing decisions made during his tenure.

Politics March 9, 2017

Does New Deal Make It Easier For Future PUP Governments?

John Briceno discusses the implications of deferred principal payments on a loan for future PUP governments if they win the next election.

Politics March 9, 2017

PUP Says PM Used “Thuggish” Tactics

John Briceno criticizes the Prime Minister for using thuggish tactics and misleading the IMF during negotiations.

Politics March 9, 2017

GOB Comes Again On Re-Registration

The Prime Minister has communicated the government's decision to postpone voter re-registration until after the Senate Select Committee Inquiry.