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On Wednesday, the Joint Union Negotiating Team and the Government’s Negotiating team will meet to discuss the latest concerns and demands made by the unions. The unions have set a deadline to unfreeze increments by April first or else. But another complex issue that will be discussed is pension reform. The unions are in agreement […]
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Representatives from the International Monetary Fund, I.M.F, have been in Belize since the end of last week conducting consultations for their review. The representatives wrapped up their visit today. News Five asked the Minister of State in the Ministry of Finance how the consultation went. Chris Coye, Minister of State, Finance “I think it’s […]
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Over the years, the I.M.F. report has flagged Belize’s burdensome wage bill. In the past years, the I.M.F. has consistently recommended reducing the public sector wage bill, i.e., retrenchment. The Briceño administration decided to undertake its own cost-saving measures, which included, among other measures – the freezing of increments. So we asked Minister Coye if […]
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While Coye said the I.M.F had nothing to say about public officers’ increments, we asked him what the government’s position is on the matter since the unions have given an ultimatum. He said there’s a meeting with the unions shortly. Chris Coye, Minister of State, Finance “I believe that governments union consultation team will […]
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Prime Minister John Briceño left the country on Monday to travel to the Bahamas to attend the forty-fourth Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community. Among the topics to be discussed at the three-day meeting are the CARICOM Single Market and Economy, food and nutrition security, climate change and […]
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For Belizeans who rely on public transportation for their daily commute, they will find the following story all too familiar. Recently, the conversation about improving public transport in Belize has been at the fore. Commuters have used the mediums available to them to express their discontent, while the Government of Belize is undertaking a process […]
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Belize’s National Anti-Money Laundering Committee hosted its first-ever Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism, AM.L. C.F.T. conference. The two-day event aims to engage people from the public and private sectors who deal with significant amounts of money, compliance officers, and regulatory and supervisory authorities on the risks identified in Belize’s last Money Laundering […]
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Two weeks ago, we reported to you about the death of a San Pedro resident, who it is believed was suffering from a mental health condition. The details of how she was restrained with chains and padlocks later led to her demise, and she died from positional asphyxia. Multiple attempts were made to get medical […]
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Today, thousands of students, teachers, and the leadership of Catholic schools across the country participated in the “Fall in Love with Your Catholic School” walkathon. The Catholic School management organized the fundraising activity as part of its effort to continue providing quality education to the young population. News Five’s Duane Moody caught up with the […]
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As we mentioned, the Little Lighthouse Walk was being held countrywide. This morning in Belmopan, the students and teachers proudly paraded around the city to show their love for their catholic school. Paul Lopez reports. Paul Lopez, Reporting Students and teachers of the Our Lady of Guadalupe R.C. Primary School in Belmopan took to […]
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The Government of Belize launched its Belize-Green Climate Fund Country Program through the Ministry of Economic Development and its Climate Finance Unit. Following the launch, the Association of Protected Areas Management Organizations, in partnership with the Caribbean Natural Resources Institute, held a National Civil Society Climate Action Forum. The forum served as a platform for […]
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The National Health Insurance started twenty-two years ago and currently covers a population of one hundred and fifty thousand Belizeans. It ensures that public clinics are providing quality and affordable service in the delivery of healthcare. Over the weekend, Belizean medical professionals attended the Sixth National Health Insurance Symposium. The one-day event was used to […]
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It’s Valentine’s Day – the day of love – and it is when many choose to display their love for each other by sending love-themed gifts and gestures to their valentine. It can be a lover, a relative, or even a close friend, but traditional gifts are almost always the go-to treat for this special […]
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Do you know your partner’s love language? What better day to learn how your partner wants to be loved than Valentine’s Day? Registered Clinical Psychologist Deshayne Lopez says it is essential to know the primary love language of your significant other to foster a healthy relationship. According to Lopez, understanding your partner’s love language prevents […]
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Today, we asked a few people in the City of Belmopan about their thought on love, in celebration of Valentine’s Day. We wanted to know what love means to them. We heard responses from a couple of students and some well-known leaders. Here is what they told us. Oscar Mira, Area Representative, Belmopan “I […]
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Valentine’s Day today and in the spirit of love, Belizean Dancehall/Reggae artist Trouble is releasing a new music video for his latest track, Love Craze. Inspired by his love for his wife, Joel Alamilla says that the song is for everyone. Alamilla is the younger brother of the now-deceased Mister Program and is carrying on […]
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Fry it, steam it, grill it, boil it, cook it up whatever way you like – this versatile fruit found in this region during the early months of the year is a popular favorite in Belize and beyond. Breadfruit is exceptionally versatile and can be cooked at different stages of ripeness. One Belizean chef is […]
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