PLP HAILS JACKIE WRIGHT – A NATURAL BASEBALL TALENT

The Progressive Liberal Party is saddened by news of the death of Bahamian baseball great Jackie Wright. Jackie Wright picked up a baseball glove and bat during his childhood and became a dominant player at every stage in the Bahamas. He was a natural talent. Jackie Wright added his name to our nation’s rich list […]

PLP SHOCKED BY ABACO PLANE CRASH

The Progressive Liberal Party is saddened and shocked by the reported plane crash in Treasure Cay, Abaco on Monday, 5 July 2021. The fatal crash claimed the lives of two former Royal Bahamas Defense Force marines, Jason Allen and Lavan Paul. Both pilots were regarded among our nation’s best and brightest. The tragedy is a […]

Government must involve local entertainers in Independence celebrations

The Progressive Liberal Party notes the concerns expressed by the local music entertainment community in the wake of their apparent exclusion from participation in the 48th Independence celebrations. The PLP further notes that this yearly national celebration of independence should have two purposes: the inclusion of young people with their new traditions and ideas. There […]

STATEMENT ON GEORGE TOWN CLINIC

It has been brought to my attention by residents and clients of the clinic at George Town, Exuma, that the air-conditioning at the facility has not worked for a considerable period of time. I have raised this matter with the minister of health, who has assured me that funds will be accessed from the new […]