PUP Claims Victory
the PUP claimed a victory according to the Opposition leader during a media briefing today
the PUP claimed a victory according to the Opposition leader during a media briefing today
John Briceno responds to criticisms from Deputy Leader Julius Espat regarding party dynamics and unity within the People's United Party.
Patrick Faber comments on the disunity within the PUP, which is favorable for the UDP amid political challenges.
Eric Chang, former Deputy Mayor of Belize City, testified about his involvement in the Won Hong Kim passport scandal during a Senate inquiry.
The government negotiated with creditors without committing to an IMF standby arrangement, focusing instead on fiscal targets and a primary surplus.
The government faces significant fees exceeding five million dollars for a recent financial deal, prompting criticism from the opposition PUP.
The Prime Minister announced that the government will not retrench public officers or raise business taxes despite financial challenges.
The Minister of Finance confirmed that the GST rate will not increase, but hinted at possible adjustments to exemptions.
The new budget will include significant cuts, particularly affecting the Ministry of Education, while aiming to increase revenue from taxes.
Prime Minister Dean Barrow clarifies that Glenn Godfrey has not won a $22 million judgment against the government of Belize regarding an Intelco contract.
The Ashcroft Alliance demands compensation from the government, but the Prime Minister criticizes the proposed expenses as excessive and indicative of bad faith.
The court ruled in favor of 640 retired public servants, declaring the Public Sector Workers Trust's deed invalid and limiting beneficiaries to those affected by a past wage freeze.
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