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Rise Bahamas Launches Imagine Local Government Campaign and their new website
Rise Bahamas, an advocacy group, has launched their “Imagine Local Government Campaign” joined by partners, Organization for Responsible Governance (ORG) Bahamas and One Bahamas, in Nassau.
Best known for their work surrounding the protection of women and children, particularly Marco’s Law, Rise Bahamas, is also focused on the implementation of Local Government in New Providence
Doctors Hospital Supports The Police Staff Association
Doctors Hospital continues to support the vision of many local organizations in the Bahamian community who share the Hospital?s vision to provide education and awareness, assist in the prevention, treatment and cure of diseases and provide support and assistance for persons in the community. As the hospital continues with this commitment to service within the Bahamian community, a recent check pr...
Reform series conclusion: We are the problem
Reform series conclusion: We are the problem
We must confront an uncomfortable truth: we, the people, are the root of the problem.
Improvements To Criminal Justice System To Impact War On Crime
Improvements to the country's Criminal Justice System and the implementation of additional social and educational programs are among the measures being designed to address crime and criminality within The Bahamas, Minister of National Security, the Hon O.A. "Tommy" Turnquest told a regional gathering.
Munroe: Police patrols have driven crime down
Munroe: Police patrols have driven crime down
Officials are experiencing "significant gains" in the fight against crime this year due to increased resources, including a beefed up vehicle fleet for the police force, Minister of National Security Wayne Munroe reported yesterday. Speaking at a press conference at the Office of the Prime Minister, Munroe said that year to date, crime in the Central, ...
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An objective review of the PM's budget presentation
An objective review of the PM's budget presentation
Dear Editor, I write to objectively evaluate our prime minister's recent budget presentation to Parliament last week Wednesday, which demonstrated an articulated vision for our country's growth. His balanced approach to national and economic security, alongside an emphasis on personal safety and welfare, shows a nuanced understanding of our current national needs and future aspirations. ...
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PM Davis: His Government’s Dedication to Consumer Protection is Embedded
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis said, on June 5, 2023, that as his Government opened the doors to the new Consumer Affairs Building, it not only marked a historic milestone but also celebrated “our collective commitment to a fair Bahamas”.
Man on bail for murder, armed robbery arrested for sexual assaults
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Police say that a 27-year-old man who is on bail for murder and armed robbery is in custody in connection with recent sexual assaults in the Bacardi Road area. The suspect who is a resident of Lincoln Boulevard was arrested around 2:30pm on Tuesday at his residence by officers from the Criminal Investigation [...]
Reform series: the Royal Bahamas Police Force
Reform series: the Royal Bahamas Police Force
The Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) is responsible for preventing crime and ensuring public safety in The Bahamas. The effectiveness of the RBPF in preventing crime can be assessed by looking at crime statistics and other indicators. In the past decade, crime has continued to be at an all-time high.
Grand Bahama Police launch technological crime fighting equipment with Bodycams and Shot-Spotter
Grand Bahama Police launch technological crime fighting equipment with Bodycams and Shot-Spotter
A promise made by Commissioner of Police, Mr. Clayton Fernander to the district of Grand Bahama was fulfilled on March 31, 2023, when bodycams for police officers and Shot-Spotter went live for the first time in Grand Bahama.