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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
FNM LABOUR DIRECTOR JOHN PINDER INSULTS UNION LEADERS AND WORKERS
It is disappointing, but not surprising, that the comments attributed to FNM Labour Director, John Pinder, in today’s national papers, 5 July, essentially down play the dedication and important work of union leaders in this country while dismissing the challenges being faced by a significant number of union members. It is regrettable that John Pinder […]
PRIME MINISTER IS TORN ON CALLING THE ELECTIONS
Prime Minister Minnis continues to canvas the country in desperation to stay in power, but the Bahamian people are not buying his political lies and promises this time around. The longer Dr. Minnis takes to call the general elections, the worse his party’s chances are of winning. Dr. Minnis is torn. He has squandered the […]
Precautions in the face of category one Hurricane Elsa
While the current projected path of Elsa takes this storm west of the Bahama Island chain, a gulf stream or pressure system can easily and quickly shift the path of Elsa to the east, placing The Bahamas directly in the storm’s path. We therefore must not let our collective guards down and remain prepared for any unexpected eventuality.
On Development Plans For North Andros And Beach Access
The Progressive Liberal Party reiterates these positions: No mining operations will be allowed in North Andros with a foreign equity participation or ownership and which will damage the environment. Morgan’s Bluff Port will not be privatized. We are committed to public access to all the beaches of The Bahamas including those at Paradise Island and will use the […]
On Hurricane Elsa
Elsa, the first Hurricane of the 2021 Atlantic season, has the state of Florida in its path under the current trajectory model. Given our proximity, Bahamians are strongly advised to regard Elsa as a dangerous storm and to take the threat of Elsa very seriously. As this storm’s trajectory can change without notice, Bahamians are […]
THE PLP GOVERNMENT WILL END THE TRAVEL VISA; THE FNM WILL KEEP IT
The Progressive Liberal Party will end the travel visa immediately upon forming the next government. In contrast, the FNM government intends to keep the travel visa in place at least through 2023.[1] The travel visa is an unnecessary tax imposed by the FNM government on Bahamian families and businesses when they can least afford it. […]
THE TRAVEL HEALTH VISA IS A CORRUPT SCHEME TO FUNNEL MONEY TO FNM INSIDERS
Esteemed members of the press, good morning. Thank you very much for joining us here today. Everyone knows we are a nation in crisis. It’s clear to me that as we get back on our feet, as we rebuild our economy, we should aim for much more than just recovery. Recovery implies going back to […]
