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April 20, 2024
Bahamas Crisis Centre Volunteer: Much of Marital Rape is Rooted in Domestic Violence

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - This week officials from The Bahamas Crisis Centre coming together to once again call on government to change the definition of rape in the Sexual Offenses Act.

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April 22, 2024
Domestic private sector investment 'under mobilized' says Central Bank Governor

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas remains significantly under-mobilized in domestic private-sector investment, according to Central Bank Governor John Rolle, who also noted that this nation has robust monetary policy safeguards and ample economic capacity to address any needed corrections in public finances. During his address at the CFA Society (Bahamas) Investment dinner, Governor Rolle noted ...

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April 09, 2024
'WHERE IS THE SHELTER?': Seymour wants more urgency on domestic violence shelter

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Opposition Senator Maxine Seymour criticized the government for not yet starting construction on the proposed shelter for victims and survivors of domestic violence. As Shadow Minister for Social Services, Seymour said she is greatly disappointed that the government-promised shelter does not appear to be a priority; she contended that more women would [...]

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April 08, 2024
Govt 'in process' of acquiring facility for delayed GB domestic violence shelter

AMID concerns over delays in the creation of a domestic violence shelter, Minister of Social Services Myles Laroda said it is on the government's agenda and will be completed shortly.

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April 05, 2024
China Construction America donates 51 Furniture Sets to the RBPF Domestic Violence Unit

China Construction America donated 51 furniture sets to the Domestic Violence Unit of the Royal Bahamas Police Force. The handover took place at the Chinese Embassy, Shirley Street, April 3, 2024.

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April 06, 2024
Gov't in process of acquiring facility for domestic violence shelter

Amid concerns regarding the much-anticipated domestic violence shelter, Minister of Social Services Myles Laroda stated that it is on the government's agenda and will be realized shortly.

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March 27, 2024
GBPA Eyeing Domestic Investors With New Satellite Office

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Grand Bahama Port Authority recently opened an office right here in New Providence. The purpose is to connect investors with the city of Freeport.

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April 29, 2011
Police researcher calls for 'domestic violence court'A specialized lsquodomestic violence courtrsquo solely focused on domestic violence-related complaints should be established, recommended a police researcher who detailed the challenges associated with

A specialized ‘domestic violence court’ solely focused on domestic violence-related complaints should be established, recommended a police researcher who detailed the challenges associated with closing domestic murder cases.
“This will assist with a general tightening up of the processes involved in the handling of domestic violence cases and associated follow-ups,” said Se...

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April 29, 2011
Police researcher calls for 'domestic violence court'A specialized lsquodomestic violence courtrsquo solely focused on domestic violence-related complaints should be established, recommended a police researcher who detailed the challenges associated with

A specialized ‘domestic violence court’ solely focused on domestic violence-related complaints should be established, recommended a police researcher who detailed the challenges associated with closing domestic murder cases.
“This will assist with a general tightening up of the processes involved in the handling of domestic violence cases and associated follow-ups,” said Se...

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February 29, 2024
Assistant Superintendent: Men Can Also Be Victims of Domestic Violence

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The domestic unit hosting the third men speak series symposium this morning under the theme "A Call for Change" focusing on men opening up about domestic violence and its impact.

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