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Power problems at BEC as board is ‘ignored’

RESIDENTS across New Providence can expect load shedding this week as the Bahamas Electricity Corporation grapples with power generation issues, according Executive Chairman Leslie Miller.

Bran 'disgusted' after Nottage blamed judiciary for crime problem

DEMOCRATIC National Alliance Leader Branville McCartney says he is "disgusted and appalled" that National Security Minister Dr Bernard Nottage blamed the judiciary for the crime problem and has called for his immediate resignation.

Baha Mar dispute has ‘dampened mood’ for Bahamas investment

THE public spat between the government and Baha Mar investor Sarkis Izmirlian has “dampened the mood” for investment in the Bahamas, an outspoken businessman said yesterday, arguing that the country should be “hungry” for foreign direct investment (FDI) projects and not scare off developers.

Lining up for PLP convention

The PLP’s convention is fast approaching and party stalwarts are jockeying for positions.

Power from Florida in $1bn plan by DNA

DEMOCRATIC National Alliance Deputy Leader Chris Mortimer yesterday proposed a $1 billion plan to transform electricity provision in The Bahamas.

Help all Bahamians

Healthcare is not just about having access to your local doctor, or hospital. Healthcare is about the health and welfare of individuals

Education chief slams union leader amid scabies alarm

EDUCATION Director Lionel Sands yesterday denied reports that a third school had been quarantined due to a severe scabies outbreak and criticised the Bahamas Union of Teachers president, calling her actions in the matter “way out of line”.

Team play to aid the 'rain maker'

More than a decade ago, when I returned home to manage a large company in the Bahamas, I learned what “doing my work” means. Generally, when you ask a Bahamian to do something outside of their regular office routine, they will resist you with every fibre of their being. The excuse often being that they are doing ‘their work’. This attitude is still very prevalent in the Bahamas, and has not been shaken due to hard times. Needless to say, it does not fit well with members of the marketing revolution because we are always trying something different.

Is BTC really the nation's once more?

EDITOR, The Tribune.

‘PLP helping their friends - and leaving Bahamians hungry’

FREE National Movement Leader Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday criticised the Christie administration for exhibiting a “helping those who help us” mentality in governance, charging that “tens of thousands” of Bahamians cannot provide for their families as a result.

Sandals: Under 2/3 of workers reapply

Renovations at Sandals Royal Bahamian are ‘on track’ to be completed in time for its planned mid-October reopening, the resort’s project manger said yesterday, adding that the daily construction workforce would peak at 200 persons.

Union leader dismisses Sandals Judicial Review

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) president has dismissed a Judicial Review launched against a trade union by Sandals Royal Bahamian, arguing that it has no impact on its position as the recognised bargaining agent for the resort’s line staff.

A national call to prayer

ARE enough Bahamians praying about the national issues in our nation, asking for the direct intervention of the God of Heaven?

Minnis open to coalition - but says Bran is arrogant

FNM Leader Dr Hubert Minnis said yesterday that while he is “open” to forming a coalition with the Democratic National Alliance, he is “turned off” by DNA Leader Branville McCartney’s arrogance.

23 nurses ‘not paid since start of the year’

BAHAMAS Nurses Union president Amancha Williams is disappointed her members have not been paid the money owed to them by the government.

Varel Davis seeks re-election as GSSSA president

Varel Davis has served as president of the Government Secondary Schools Sports Association (GSSSA) since 2015 and is now seeking another two-year term at Thursday’s elections.

Security officers to have new bosses

FREEPORT – About seven of the 11 security officers at Old Bahama Bay will be transferred to work under a new management group that is now managing the resort in West End.

Ministry has no news on resort closure

RESPONDING to reports the Paradise Island Harbour Resort could be facing closure, Labour and National Insurance Minister Shane Gibson said his ministry has not received any reports on the matter – but if true, it would be “sad” given the state of the economy.

‘Scumbags’ hit Robin Hood re-opening with $30k theft

Efforts to re-open the former Robin Hood store off Tonique Williams-Darling Highway have hit a ‘major setback’, Mario’s Bowling and Entertainment Palace chief executive, Leslie Miller, telling Tribune Business yesterday that the store had suffered $30,000 in damages after thieves stole six air conditioning units last week.

New skills bring online earnings

Many great companies that exist today were born out of tough economic times. Most folks were motivated by desperation; others saw opportunity and reached for it. Though their options were few, they used what was available to make much out of little.

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