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The B.S.C.F.A. which is being supported by the National Trade Union Congress of Belize, has raised serious concerns over B.S.I.’s invitation for members of the association to deliver sugarcane to the mill in the absence of a commercial agreement. According to Alfredo Ortega, of the Committee of Management, after seeking legal advice on the matter, […]
Written on December 28, 2023 | Posted in
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The prospect of importing sugar into Belize amid the scarcity of plantation white on the local market has been met with serious concern from the Belizean public. But it is likely to become a reality, given the rampant smuggling of locally produced sugar into neighboring Guatemala and Mexico. The announcement on Wednesday that B.S.I. is […]
Written on December 28, 2023 | Posted in
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On Thursday, we shared with you a candid, one-on-one interview with former prime minister Dean Barrow during which he criticized the decision of the Briceño administration to grant outgoing Foreign Minister Eamon Courtenay cabinet privileges, despite his pending return to private practice as an attorney. But what does Courtenay’s resignation from Cabinet at the end […]
Written on December 22, 2023 | Posted in
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The upcoming municipal elections are set for March 2024, and both major political parties are kicking into full gear to prepare for campaign season ahead. But what are the United Democratic Party’s chances this time around, having been routed in the last municipals in 2021. That’s what we asked former Party Leader Dean Barrow, who […]
Written on December 22, 2023 | Posted in
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According to Barrow, the electorate is more concerned about “bread and butter” issues going into the next municipals and how the present administration has been able to meaningfully address those concerns. Dean Barrow, Former Party Leader, U.D.P. “Those are the issues that, in my view, that will play in the municipal campaign and given […]
Written on December 22, 2023 | Posted in
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The Prime Minister also reminds that Christmas is a time to be grateful for the blessings that we have, including the food that we may take for granted. It is also important for us to assist those who are less fortunate. This, he says, is the true meaning of Christmas. Prime Minister John Briceño […]
Written on December 22, 2023 | Posted in
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On Monday, news of a pending resignation involving Foreign Minister Eamon Courtenay was first shared in the media. The following day, that announcement was confirmed via a release from the Office of the Prime Minister stating that Senator Courtenay, Leader of Government Business in the upper house, would be abdicating his seat as a cabinet […]
Written on December 21, 2023 | Posted in
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So how does the idea of an individual who does not hold a ministerial rank or portfolio work, in the context of a constitution which clearly defines the qualifications necessary for someone to enter Cabinet? It’s a question that was met with a similar question by the former head of government. Dean Barrow, Former […]
Written on December 21, 2023 | Posted in
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At present there are two cases involving Belize before the International Court of Justice, one with Guatemala and another with Honduras, both of which involve territorial disputes. These matters, according to the Briceño administration, will remain under Senator Courtenay’s careful supervision. This, too, raises serious questions since Courtenay will be returning to private practice come […]
Written on December 21, 2023 | Posted in
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Since issuing the release on Tuesday afternoon, Prime Minister John Briceño is yet to field questions on Senator Courtenay’s abrupt resignation. As such, a lot of what is currently taking place between PM Briceño and senior government ministers at the Sir Edney Cain Building remains speculative. A call is being made for the sitting head […]
Written on December 21, 2023 | Posted in
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Is there a sleight of hand at play regarding Foreign Minister Courtenay’s imminent departure and is the Prime Minister purposely dodging the real issue behind Courtenay’s resignation? Here’s how the former prime minister views the goings-on in Cabinet. Dean Barrow, Former Prime Minister “You already, Mr. Prime Minister, are, in my view, not held […]
Written on December 21, 2023 | Posted in
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On Wednesday, the Minister of Religious Affairs Henry Charles Usher and Senator Moses Benguche, who represents the religious community, formally signed a Statement of Agreement reaffirming the unique partnership between the government and the church communities that, “strengthens the political process and benefits Belizean society”. The Statement of Agreement is made up of ten basic […]
Written on December 21, 2023 | Posted in
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The National Bank of Belize Limited today made a surprise announcement to its customers. In an email, the bank told its customers that “Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, the National Bank advises that the NBB Pay e-wallet service will be discontinued with immediate effect.” The email fails to share what exactly those unforeseen […]
Written on December 21, 2023 | Posted in
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According to Police Commissioner, Chester Williams, continued partnership with all stakeholders played a crucial role in the effectiveness of the department’s policing strategy. Those stakeholders included the ministries of Education and Youths. Williams says that young men who are vulnerable to gang influence were taught life skills and provided with an education as a deterrent […]
Written on December 21, 2023 | Posted in
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With the year drawing to a close, the Belize Police Department reflects on its relationship with the public and wishes to express its gratitude for all the support it has received this past year. The department also thanks all Belizeans for their collaborative efforts in keeping citizens safe. We spoke with Police Commissioner Chester Williams, […]
Written on December 21, 2023 | Posted in
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Foreign Minister Eamon Courtenay will demit office at the end of this month, and will be replaced in that capacity by Francis Fonseca. Prime Minister John Briceño has confirmed Courtenay’s departure after three years of public service. Courtenay, a senior counsel, will return to his private practice as an attorney. There have been many speculations […]
Written on December 20, 2023 | Posted in
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In September, we told you about plans by the Central Bank of Belize to streamline fees charged by commercial banks to address customer concerns over high transaction fees. Well, today Central Bank Governor, Kareem Michael, announced that the Central Bank has taken action to address certain conditions that do not promote the fundamentals of an […]
Written on December 20, 2023 | Posted in
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But there is one fee that the Central Bank of Belize has not been able to restrict. That fee is charged by a retailer or wholesaler to a customer who chooses to use his or her ATM card. The bank itself does not charge to use the ATM card but the seller does and consumers […]
Written on December 20, 2023 | Posted in
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Then there are fees associated with Instant Funds Transfer and Electronic Funds Transfers. According to the Governor of the Central Bank of Belize, Kareem Michael, domestic banks have given a verbal commitment to reduce the charges on using EFTs and IFTs. And to show the Central Bank’s commitment, Michael said that the bank will no […]
Written on December 20, 2023 | Posted in
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Earlier this month, the Briceño Administration announced that the government would acquire and modernize the commercial port in Belize City. The settlement not only resolves all remaining Ashcroft judgment awards against Belize at a reduced cost, but also mandates the withdrawal of all litigation initiated by Ashcroft companies against the government. The Port Acquisition & […]
Written on December 20, 2023 | Posted in
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The warning came at the start of the year: bus operators who do not upgrade their fleets by December thirty-first will not get their permits renewed. And most of them have heeded that warning and made the necessary adjustments. While clearly none of the buses that were on display today were new, they provided a […]
Written on December 20, 2023 | Posted in
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The arrival of Belize City’s electric buses has been a long-awaited event that will be part of a bigger pilot project across the country. Those two buses, according to Minister of Transport, Rodwell Ferguson, will arrive at the end of January and will be handed over to the Belize City Council to run in the […]
Written on December 20, 2023 | Posted in
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The legal dispute between Floralia and James Bus Line put an end to Floralia’s five-thirty and six-thirty runs from PG, after James took Floralia to court and won the case. Since then, the Transport Board met on December fourteenth to review the applications for the runs. Today, the Minister of Transport, Rodwell Ferguson told the […]
Written on December 20, 2023 | Posted in
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The Ministry of Transport has a new Chief Transport Officer – the second in less than two years. He is Leon Gentle, and according to the Minister of Transport, Gentle has spent eighteen years with the Ministry of Education and was appointed by the Ministry of the Public Service. Rodwell Ferguson, Minister of Transport […]
Written on December 20, 2023 | Posted in
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Following government’s announcement of its acquisition of the Port of Belize, it has come under criticism from employees at the Big Creek Port. These are also constituents of Stann Creek West Area Representative, Rodwell Ferguson. Despite a letter the constituents sent to the prime minister, slamming the government for the acquisition, Ferguson says he still […]
Written on December 20, 2023 | Posted in
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