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Pintard claims govt subsidizing COVID tests for tourists
Free National Movement (FNM) Leader Michael Pintard yesterday accused the government of subsidizing tourists' COVID-19 tests and called the policy a "shameful" one. "We strongly urge the governing Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) to rethink this new approach and subsequently make the necessary changes that will ensure that the hard earned tax dollars of everyday Bahamians ...
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Pintard claims govt subsidizing COVID tests for tourists
Free National Movement (FNM) Leader Michael Pintard yesterday accused the government of subsidizing tourists' COVID-19 tests and called the policy a "shameful" one. "We strongly urge the governing Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) to rethink this new approach and subsequently make the necessary changes that will ensure that the hard earned tax dollars of everyday Bahamians ...
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DNA Testing Protocols Approved, Health And Wellness Minister Say
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Government has signed off on a new DNA testing protocol to verify citizenship status says Health and Wellness Minister Dr. Micheal Darville.
DNA testing for citizenship approved
DNA testing for citizenship approved
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Health Minister Dr. Michael Darville has confirmed that the paternity DNA testing protocols for the automatic granting of Bahamian citizenship have been approved. Dr. Darville says his ministry finalized paperwork, for the landmark protocols, with the Attorney General's office last week.
Wells defends day five testing shortfall
Wells defends day five testing shortfall
HEALTH Minister Renward Wells yesterday defended the country's travel protocols after concerns were raised over the number of travellers not complying with fifth day rapid antigen test travel requirement.
Wells: Only W.H.O.-approved tests allowed
Wells: Only W.H.O.-approved tests allowed
HEALTH Minister Renward Wells says his ministry will not make a move on approving any form of additional COVID-19 testing unless first receiving the nod from the World Health Organisation to which it is aligned...
Inagua RBDF officers quarantined after multiple positive COVID-19 tests
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Several Royal Bahamas Defense Force (RBDF) officers have tested positive for COVID-19 in Inagua and are presently in quarantine, according to government officials. Administrator for the island, Herman Gilbert, confirmed to Eyewitness News that " a few" officers tested positive, with one of them experiencing symptoms. Gilbert explained that the cases were [...]
Darville says final meetings to establish protocols for genetic testing coming early in new year
Darville says final meetings to establish protocols for genetic testing coming early in new year
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville said final meetings to establish genetic testing protocols for people affected by the landmark Privy Council ruling are set for early January 2024.
Govt. To Finalize DNA Testing By Year's End
Govt. To Finalize DNA Testing By Year's End
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Government is hoping to finalize DNA testing protocols by the end of the year, for the automatic granting of citizenship. Health and Wellness Minister Dr. Michael Darville telling reporters the process is ongoing.
Govt hoping to finalise genetic testing protocols for citizenship by year's end
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville said by the end of the year the government is hoping to finalise the protocols for genetic testing for people entitled to citizenship following a landmark Privy Council ruling.