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February 12, 2024
AG takes issue with Opposition abstaining from vote on Bail Act amendments
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Attorney General Ryan Pinder has taken strong issue with the Opposition abstaining their vote on the amendments to the Bail Act. Their decision he says is a vote against the fight against crime. Those who commit crimes while on bail he said are "not acceptable, not appropriate, and will not be tolerated any [...]
Opposition abstains from vote on Bail Act amendments
February 07, 2024
Opposition abstains from vote on Bail Act amendments
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- All Free National Movement Opposition members abstained their votes on amendments to the Bail Act Wednesday morning. The Act was tabled by Prime Minister Philip Davis last week who charged that it would revoke bail for repeat offenders. He explained that it does not prevent one from reapplying for bail and that the [...]
Burrows: I Don't Care If I Only Got 4 Votes
January 10, 2024
Burrows: I Don't Care If I Only Got 4 Votes
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Nearly two months after a crushing defeat at the West End and Bimini by-election polls, former candidate Terneille Burrows says she's not giving up on her political dreams.
BPSU vote results are not ratified
January 05, 2024
BPSU vote results are not ratified
THE registrar of trade unions declined to certify the results of the Bahamas Public Services Union (BPSU) election after investigating complaints about irregularities, according to Labour director Howard Thompson.
UN Rep. Explains Bahamas Vote On Ceasefire
December 14, 2023
UN Rep. Explains Bahamas Vote On Ceasefire
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Bahamas says yes to a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. In an exclusive interview with Our News, Permanent Representative for The Bahamas to the United Nations Stan Smith gives details on the intentions behind the vote and what that means for The Bahamas.
UN Security Council To Vote On Gaza Ceasefire
December 09, 2023
UN Security Council To Vote On Gaza Ceasefire
USA - The UN Security Council is to vote on a resolution put forward by the UAE calling for an "Immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza".
'TIME FOR FNM TO HOLD CONVENTION': Bannister calls for vote but Lewis questions if party factions will unite
December 05, 2023
'TIME FOR FNM TO HOLD CONVENTION': Bannister calls for vote but Lewis questions if party factions will unite
FORMER Deputy Prime Minister Desmond Bannister urged Michael Pintard to call a convention "at the earliest possible date," saying a delay would diminish confidence in his leadership amid divisions in the party.
Commissioner says issues slowed down voting process
November 24, 2023
Commissioner says issues slowed down voting process
SOME senior citizens took longer to vote than expected, while people lacking required documents also slowed down the voting process in West Grand Bahama and Bimini on Wednesday, according to acting Parliamentary Commissioner Arthur Taylor.
'PEOPLE WANTED MONEY FOR VOTE': FNM coordinator says residents wanted cash just to turn up
November 24, 2023
'PEOPLE WANTED MONEY FOR VOTE': FNM coordinator says residents wanted cash just to turn up
AS polling wound down in the West Grand Bahama and Bimini constituency on Wednesday, David Wallace, the former Free National Movement MP for the area and coordinator of the party's campaign, hoped a last-minute influx of FNM supporters would rescue the party's chances, knowing a high turnout was critical to the party's success.
Enthusiastic Biminites Cast Their Vote
November 22, 2023
Enthusiastic Biminites Cast Their Vote
BIMINI, BAHAMAS - Over in Bimini things were slow and quiet. At least until later in the day. Enthusiastic voters finally had their say as to who will be the next candidate for West Grand Bahama and Bimini today.
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