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Laroda optimistic of NIB deal with staff despite stalled talks
STATE Minister Myles Laroda, responsible for the National Insurance Board, says he is optimistic that a new contract between the agency's board and staff will soon be finalised even though negotiations between the two parties have stalled.
Govt has to balance workers' demands with economic reality, says LaRoda
Amid an ongoing impasse in negotiations between the National Insurance Board (NIB) and the Public Managers Union (PMU), Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister Myles LaRoda said yesterday that the government has to balance the workers' demands with the economic reality in The Bahamas. On Monday, the PMU, which represents NIB ...
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$14M SPENT 'WITHOUT DUE DILIGENCE' AT DRA: Laroda claim adds to allegations about Minnis administration
$14M SPENT 'WITHOUT DUE DILIGENCE' AT DRA: Laroda claim adds to allegations about Minnis administration
THE Disaster Reconstruction Authority spent $14m "without due diligence" under the Minnis administration for debris management, a government official said.
LaRoda: DRA never paid employees' NIB
LaRoda: DRA never paid employees' NIB
Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister Myles LaRoda said yesterday that since its inception, the Disaster Reconstruction Authority (DRA) has not paid any National Insurance Board (NIB) contributions for its employees. "What is also concerning is that at December 2021, the DRA owed NIB $168,793.89," LaRoda said in Parliament. "There were ...
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NIB FUND 'RUNS OUT IN 6 YEARS': Laroda says report warns depletion rate has increased
A NEW actuarial review of the National Insurance Board has predicted that the fund could be depleted by 2028 should officials neglect to take urgent action.
GET READY TO PAY UP FOR NIB: Laroda says rates will likely increase within next year
MYLES Laroda, the minister of state with responsibility for the National Insurance Board, says he anticipates that NIB contribution rates will increase within the next year given the unsustainability of the social agency's fund.
LaRoda: Brace for busy hurricane season
LaRoda: Brace for busy hurricane season
Ahead of the 2022 hurricane season, Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister Myles LaRoda yesterday warned residents to brace for an active season. "Residents are encouraged to be ready and stay ready no matter the forecast," he said during a church service kicking off Disaster Preparedness Month at Zion Baptist Church ...
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Laroda: Govt agencies owe NIB $8m
Laroda: Govt agencies owe NIB $8m
MYLES Laroda, state minister in the Office of the Prime Minister, said government agencies owe $8m to the National Insurance Board.
LaRoda notes intended changes to NIB Act/Regulations, urges employees to know their contribution history
LaRoda notes intended changes to NIB Act/Regulations, urges employees to know their contribution history
The Government of The Bahamas intends to table changes to the National Insurance Board Act and Regulations that will strengthen enforcement and improve compliance, Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for NIB, the Hon. Myles LaRoda revealed in Parliament, June 20, 2023.
LaRoda visits Senior Leaders Disaster Management Course, outlines training undertaken in preparation for Hurricane Season
Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Disaster Risk Management and Emergency Response, the Hon. Myles K. LaRoda, Tuesday met with Senior Leaders attending a Disaster Planning and Emergency Management Senior Leaders Course, held June 20-21 at the Office of the Prime Minister, Cable Beach.