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COI Leader: NIB Is In Shambles
March 09, 2024
COI Leader: NIB Is In Shambles
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Coalition of Independents Leader Lincoln Bain blasted the Davis administration for its handling of the National Insurance Board.
March 08, 2024
Rotary Club of Nassau’s Disaster Management Committee donates to NEMA
Members of the Disaster Management Committee of the Rotary Club of Nassau recently presented officials at the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) with emergency grab-and-go-bags and sleeping bags to help mitigate the negative impacts of natural disasters such as hurricanes.
Sears confirms 1.5% increase in rate on July 1
March 08, 2024
Sears confirms 1.5% increase in rate on July 1
NATIONAL Insurance contribution rates will increase by 1.5 per cent on July 1 and rise by that amount every two years for the next 20 years, Immigration and National Insurance Board Minister Alfred Sears said yesterday. However, last night, the Office of the Prime Minister said only the rise for July 1 this year was confirmed - with no decision yet taken on future years.
March 08, 2024
BCCEC: NIB rate hike necessary but could increase the cost of doing business
BCCEC says rate increase necessary but regrettable action not taken sooner NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) has expressed concern that the increase in the National Insurance contribution rate announced in Parliament on Thursday will possibly increase the cost of doing business in the country, noting that it was regrettable that [...]
March 07, 2024
FNM Leader: How Will This Impact Low-income Households?
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - A 15 percent increase over 20 years - that's what the government says it will take to bring the National Insurance fund back from the brink of collapse.
Pintard: Collect what's overdue
March 07, 2024
Pintard: Collect what's overdue
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — While the Official Opposition Free National Movement (FNM) is satisfied that the government has finally revealed the increase in contributions to the National Insurance Board, FNM Leader Michael Pintard told Eyewitness News that the government must also collect overdue funds to assist in reviving the NIB fund.
March 07, 2024
NIB Contribution To Increase Every Two Years Until 2044
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - July 1 will bring a 1.5% rate increase to National Insurance contributions, according to NIB and Immigration Minister Alfred Sears.
NIB rate increase revealed
March 07, 2024
NIB rate increase revealed
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The long-awaited announcement on the increased rate for national insurance contributions was made today by the minister with responsibility for NIB, Alfred Sears. Sears revealed an increase of 1.5 percent beginning in July of this year and a 1.5 increase every two years following. This he said allows the fund to be maintained [...]
Man awarded over $160k in damages after Chinese restaurant accident caused severe burns
March 05, 2024
Man awarded over $160k in damages after Chinese restaurant accident caused severe burns
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A man has been awarded over $166,000 in total damages, inclusive of interest after an accident at a Chinese restaurant where he was employed resulted in him suffering burns covering up to 30 percent of his body. The claimant, Daquille Missick, also known as Daqquille Hanna and Bennet Hanna, sued Chi Keung [...]
March 04, 2024
New industrial agreement between Bahamasair's management and pilots nears completion
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Bahamasair pilots, represented by the Bahamas Airline Pilots Association (BALPA), will soon breathe a sigh of relief as the inking of a new industrial agreement with airline management is said to be on the horizon. BALPA and executives of the national flag carrier have been locked in dialogue at the negotiation table for [...]
January 13, 2012
Overwhelming reaction from public to APD share offering
Minister of State for Finance Zhivargo Laing said yesterday that there has been an overwhelming reaction from the public to the offering of shares in the Arawak Cay Port Development Company (APD).
The sale of the shares to the public began on December 16, fulfilling a promise the Ingraham administration made to diversify port ownership in New Providence.
"People see this as an opportunity and lots...
Colina Supports Young Heart Patients
March 01, 2024
Colina Supports Young Heart Patients
Colina was present at the 58th Annual Heart Ball held at Baha Mar on Saturday, February 24, under the theme ‘Repairing a Child’s Heart is a Gift for Life’.
March 01, 2024
CANCEL THE DEAL: Opposition condemns air freight terminal outsourcing arrangement
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Opposition has strongly condemned and called for the cancellation of a reported $25 million airfreight terminal outsourcing arrangement at Lynden Pindling International Airport, suggesting that it would impose an additional tax burden on Bahamians. "What is reported cannot be defended. It simply cannot be that the government has signed onto a [...]
March 01, 2024
Court of Appeal upholds former NIB director's pension benefit award
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Court of Appeal has upheld a Supreme Court judge's decision to award a former National Insurance Board Director seven years of pension benefits. NIB had appealed a decision of Justice Diane Stewart, who, in an April 28, 2023 ruling, determined that NIB "negligently misrepresented" to Rowena Bethel that she could participate [...]
July 12, 2021
‘Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise’ Program Attracts One-Sixth of Company
Over 100 enthusiastic National Insurance Board (NIB) employees spanning three islands recently committed to becoming more ‘Healthy, Wealthy and Wise’.
Over the course of eight weeks, NIB staff based in Andros, Grand Bahama, and New Providence learned about taking care of their overall wellbeing and how doing so influences every aspect of their lives. A regular week for participants transfo...
Nicki Kelly's major boo-boo
August 30, 2010
Nicki Kelly's major boo-boo
Dear Editor,
I write to comment on an item recently in the print media. Writing inThe Punchlast week, August 23, veteran journalist and columnist Nicki Kelly made a rookie mistake. As of her Thursday, August 26, column she failed to correct her mistake.
She wrote:"Senator Dr. Jacinta Higgs, appointed by the FNM government to replace PLP appointee Sean McWeeney, has also been replaced as chairman ...
February 23, 2024
Prime Minister: I Can't Confirm What the Increase Will Look Like
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Back in June of last year, Prime Minister Philip Davis announced that a National Insurance Board rate increase will come on stream this July.
DNA Names Five More Candidates
November 01, 2016
DNA Names Five More Candidates
The Democratic National Alliance (DNA) yesterday ratified five more candidates for the next general election at its headquarters on East Street South.
Attorney General reveals launch of aggressive recruitment for more prosecutors due to stretched team
February 13, 2024
Attorney General reveals launch of aggressive recruitment for more prosecutors due to stretched team
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Attorney General Ryan Pinder said on Monday that his office is once again launching an aggressive recruitment campaign locally and within the region to hire additional prosecutors, acknowledging that the prosecution team is stretched thin and under pressure. During his remarks on the Bail Act Amendment Bill 2024, Pinder stated that he [...]
February 06, 2024
Committee to address Uninsured Drivers & Vehicles holds first meeting
Minister of Energy and Transport, the Hon. Jobeth Coleby-Davis convened a meeting to discuss the concern of uninsured drivers and vehicles, February 5, 2024 at the ministry's offices. Major stakeholders present included representatives of the Bahamas Insurance Association, Insurance Commission of The Bahamas, Bahamas Chamber of Commerce, Police Traffic Division, Digital Transformation Unit, Delo...
January 23, 2012
Exuma in 'desperate need' of better medical facilities
Construction could soon begin on a mini-hospital designed to improve healthcare capabilities in Exuma, as the island's current facilities are extremely inadequate, according to chief councilor Godfrey Gray.
Gray told Guardian Business that Exuma is in desperate need of better facilities that reflect the modern development that is being experienced on that island.
"The upgrades are urgently needed ...
October 05, 2011
You can afford to buy a new car, at the Grand Bahama Annual Car Show
Freeport,
Bahamas - This year's annual Car Show, presented by the New Car
Federation of Grand Bahama in October, will show people how it's
possible to afford to purchase a new car this year. The show, planned
for
Saturday, October 29 from 10am to 4pm, will once again be at the RND
Plaza where there will be a lot of room for car companies, banks and
insurance companies to show you how it is ...
October 06, 2011
Family Guardian supports Marathon Bahamas and The Race for the Cure?
Family Guardian has become a Bronze Sponsor of the Sunshine Insurance Second Annual Marathon Bahamas Race Weekend scheduled for January 14, 2012.
October 06, 2011
Rt. Hon. Hubert A. Ingraham Prime Minister Anti-Crime Legislation
Communication By Rt. Hon. Hubert A. Ingraham Prime Minister Anti-Crime Legislation. Mr. Speaker:
I wish to advise of the tabling for First Reading, a number of Bills.
The importance of problem-solving partnerships
October 06, 2011
The importance of problem-solving partnerships
Dear Editor,
In law enforcement organizations around the world it is accepted that rapid response, early detection, effective prosecution and appropriate sentencing contribute to crime prevention.
The criminal, who becomes aware that he is likely to be caught, is likely to walk away.
Crime prevention education and crime watch programs are very important weapons in the fight against crime. The publ...
(VIDEO) Welcome to Grand Bahama Island!
June 01, 2011
(VIDEO) Welcome to Grand Bahama Island!
Grand Bahama, The Bahamas - You can look forward to a memorable mix of historic charm, modern attractions and ecological wonders on your visit to Grand Bahama Island. There's truly something for everyone. The warm welcome you'll receive is just extra insurance that you'll return again and again.
Check out this video produced for Bahamas.com, the Ministry of Tourism's website.
In this video y...
Letter: PM Hubert Ingraham is not a dictator
May 31, 2011
Letter: PM Hubert Ingraham is not a dictator
EDITOR, The Tribune.
Sir Lynden Pindling and his PLP government ruled The Bahamas for 25 consecutive years, from 1967 to 1992. While I am not a huge fan of the late Sir Lynden Pindling. I do, however, admit that he had accomplished much for this country.
Sir Lynden and his administration led The Bahamas to independence in 1973. He gave to this country National Insurance, the College of The Baham...
June 02, 2011
Dr. Peter Maynard to speak at next Bahamas Historical Society meeting, June 9th
Nassau, Bahamas - The Bahamas Historical Society presents a talk with Dr. Peter Maynard on Thursday, 9th June at BHS Museum at 6 pm -? Dr. Maynard will talk about his book and be available to sign copies (book price $30).
Great Awakening tells the life story of a great cultural? icon, Meta Davis Cumberbatch. It shares her inspirations and passion for music, theatre and dance in The Bahamas.
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Those we lost this year
December 28, 2011
Those we lost this year
This year was marked by the loss of several Bahamians who strove to make The Bahamas a better place. Their legacies reflect a deep commitment for developing the moral and cultural fabric of society, making them irreplaceable national treasures.
On February 7, Bishop Michael Hartley Eldon passed away.
Ordained as deacon in 1954 and then as priest in 1955, Eldon was consecrated Bishop Suffragan of N...
Don't try too hard
July 08, 2016
Don't try too hard
I remember very well when I was in my early 20s living in London, England. At that time I was a salesman for a company that dealt in theater publicity.
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