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More refined perspective to improve preparation for, recovery from, natural disasters
Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Disaster Risk Management, the Hon. Leo Lundy, said Friday that the new year will bring a more refined perspective and focus on how the country prepares for, responds to and recovers from potential natural disasters – including hurricanes, the major natural disaster that impacts the Commonwealth of The Bahamas.
Senior accountant urges government caution amidst growing taxation concerns
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A senior top accountant yesterday warned there are concerns within the business community over the level of taxation in the country, urging the government to avoid "double taxation" as it looks to introduce income tax. Prince Rahming, the PwC Bahamas territory leader, while speaking at a press conference to preview the Bahamas [...]
Bahamasas Financial Services Board names new CEO
Bahamasas Financial Services Board names new CEO
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Financial Services Board (BFSB) has a new chief executive, with Mrs Neikia Horton to assume the post effective February 1. Horton succeeds Dr Tanya McCartney, who completed an eight-year tenure as BFSB's CEO at the end of 2023. The announcement was made by LaTonia Symonette-Tinker, BFSB's Chairman. Horton, an experienced senior [...]
WORK WITH US: Department of Inland Revenue urges public patience amid widespread complaints about 'upgraded' platform
WORK WITH US: Department of Inland Revenue urges public patience amid widespread complaints about 'upgraded' platform
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Department of Inland Revenue has upgraded its online tax administration system and is asking the public to be patient as it works through the process of validating user accounts, according to Operations Manager Dexter Fernander. Fernander told Eyewitness News while the new process is "quicker," the rollout has not been seamless. [...]
Award-Winning Hop-On Jet Service Jsx Launches Inaugural Flights to Abaco Bahamas
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation(BMOTIA) is thrilled to welcome the award-winning five-star hop-on jet service JSX, on its inauguralflight to Marsh Harbour, Abaco on 21 Dec.
Yacht brokers association slams 'discriminatory' regulations
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Bahamian yacht brokers say that they are being left with "nothing but crumbs" due to what they describe as "discriminatory" government regulations. The Bahamas Yacht Brokers Association (BYBA) in a statement noted that The Bahamas Boat Registration Act (Yacht Rule), explicitly states that foreign-owned yachts, which comprise the majority of yachts operating in The [...]
Underwater photographer calls to regulate chumming
Underwater photographer calls to regulate chumming
A POPULAR underwater photographer joined calls to regulate chumming following a shark attack that killed Lauren Erickson Van Wart, 44, two weeks ago as she paddle-boarded three-quarters of a mile off Sandals Resort.
Award-winning hop-on jet service JSX launches inaugural flights to Abaco
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — American air carrier JSX which describes itself as a "hop-on jet service," commenced its season service to Marsh Harbour Abaco on Wednesday. Visitors can travel from Dallas, Miami/Opa-locka or Westchester County in New York and can take advantage of the air carrier's new seasonal international flight to The Abacos in The Bahamas. [...]
The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce calls on Government to delay Implementation of Audit Requirement
The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce calls on Government to delay Implementation of Audit Requirement
The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation is calling on the government to delay the implementation of the requirement for audits for businesses over $5m for 12 months. The requirement, which was passed in the 2023 budget will require companies with turnover above $5m to produce audited accounts by April2024.
RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited Donates $20,000 to University of The Bahamas’ School of Nursing
RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited Donates $20,000 to University of The Bahamas’ School of Nursing
RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited has made a $20,000.00 gift to the University of The Bahamas’ School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions in a tangible demonstration of its commitment to academic excellence and the resilience of the health care sector.