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No date in sight for web shop case
No date in sight for web shop case
More than five months after a gambling referendum failed, the substantive case on the matter has yet to be heard in the Supreme Court.
That trial is expected to determine whether web shops will be permitted to continue their gambling operations.
Attorney Wayne Munroe, who represents a group of web shops owners, said yesterday the Office of the Attorney General has yet to file a defense to hi...
Another Web Shop Seeks Court Protection
Another Web Shop Seeks Court Protection
As seven web shops await Chief Justice Sir Michael Barnett's decision on whether to extend a conservatory order that prevents police from shutting down their gaming operations, another web shop is seeking similar protection. Attorney Derek Ryan, who represents Bahama Dreams, said the web...
Lawyer: Bid to fight injunction to cause extensive delay in case
NumbersS boss lawyer Wayne Munroe is concerned that the government's attempt to fight an injunction keeping web shops open could cause an extensive delay in the outcome of the case.
Government To Abide By Court Order
Government To Abide By Court Order
The Government of the Bahamas and the police will not be taking any action against the patrons and operators of local "web shops" pending the outcome of a "conservatory order" filed by attorney Wayne Munroe.
Amid Controversy, Casinos Focused on Getting Bill Passed
Baha Mar Senior Vice President Robert Sands said yesterday that while local casinos expect a revenue increase if permanent residents and work permit holders are allowed to gamble in casinos, there was no specific target on how much additional revenue operators expect from this new category of players.
New Gaming Bill Revealed
New Gaming Bill Revealed
The government has drafted a proposed Gaming Act that would allow local casino operators to facilitate online and mobile gambling. While casino operators will benefit from the new law, local web shop operators are angered that their only possible option to keep from going out of business may be...