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On the Extension of the Emergency Orders

The Bahamian public learned today that the Prime Minister has decided to grant himself a new extension of his emergency powers, to the 28th of May, allowing him time to secure approval from his yes-men in Parliament to prolong his current emergency authority for another six months.

On the Air navigation services agreement

The PLP thanks the Christie administration for its vision, leadership, tenacity and hard work over many years that produced this landmark agreement for the management of our Sovereign airspace. We specifically recognize the work of former Aviation and Transport Minister, Glenys Hanna-Martin, who led and had superintendence of this important policy initiative resulting in the signing of the agreement Bahamian management of Bahamian Sovereign airspace.

On the passing of Dr. John Lunn

Today, I join clinicians, health care professionals and the medical community in mourning the passing of a giant in the health care profession and industry,

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

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 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,