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PM reveals 2023 budget with no new taxes, pledges to improve collections

PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said the government is arresting the national debt and reducing the deficit, unveiling a budget yesterday that aims to improve the country’s fiscal performance through better tax collection rather than introducing new taxes.

New healthcare facilities announced by the PM

Prime Minister Philip Davis announced yesterday new healthcare facilities for New Providence and Grand Bahama.

More funds for BAMSI and farmers markets

Prime Minister Philip Davis announced the government will maintain capital expenditure in agriculture.

“What does decisive action mean?”

The Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce's president yesterday said he wants more information on what the Prime Minister means on “decisive action” on the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA).

Police report over $100K in credit card fraud on Grand Bahama as cyber crime increases

Grand Bahama Police are investigating over $100,000 in reported credit card fraud on the island, according to Assistant Commissioner of Police BK Bonamy Jr.

BAAA Age Group Trials, Kids Athletics Championships combine starts today

The Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA) is set to host the combined Age Group Trials and Kids Athletics Championships starting today at 5pm. The three-day meet will run from Thursday to Saturday at the original Thomas A Robinson stadium.

What happened in London won’t stay in London

IF readers permit, I would like to write a ‘part 2’ to my note on the coronation, offering reflections on the impact on the Coronation week, and its lasting impact for the UK and The Bahamas.

Grand Bahama residents concerned about naked vagrant in neighbourhood

CONCERNED residents of a Grand Bahama community complained to the island’s new top police officer about a man who roams naked, rummaging through their garbage bins.

Search ends for missing American teen

THE Royal Bahamas Defence Force has suspended its search for an American teen who reportedly jumped overboard from a pleasure vessel in Bahamian waters last week.

RCI spending $50m to restore western PI beach environment

AN estimated $50m will be spent to restore the western Paradise Island environment that will feature Royal Caribbean International’s Royal Beach Club project if it gets final approval, according to RCI’s chief product and innovation officer Jay Schneider.

Boating industry watches for VAT yacht charter ease

A former Association of Bahamas Marinas (ABM) president says the industry is "eagerly" waiting to see if the VAT on yacht charters is adjusted in today's Budget as he blamed its imposition for a 20 percent gross revenue fall at his business.

The Budget Communication – as it happened

Prime Minister Davis says the Budget aims to strengthen national security, economic security and the lives of people of The Bahamas. He says the global economy is showing signs of improvement although there is still much work to be done to recover from recent challenges. He adds that average consumer prices rose in the US by eight percent, while policy rate of interest has been raised ten times, driven primarily by rising inflation. He highlights the effects on The Bahamas in terms of higher borrowing costs.

Abaco Dump continues to burn as residents’ concerns not addressed

SOME Abaco residents believe the government’s failure to address issues involving the burning of debris at Abaco dump sites has subjected people to health problems.

Half of Royal Caribbean's PI investment on site clean-up

A senior Royal Caribbean executive yesterday disclosed around half the investment in its Paradise Island project will be spent on cleaning and restoring much of the 17-acre prior to construction starting.

Haitian gangland and control

The historic violence Haitians are experiencing today can find its foundation in various groups trying to control essential commodities such as oil, gas, kerosene and diesel.

A patriot and nation builder

The National Family Island Regatta Committee is saddened and heartbroken by the sudden passing of George A Smith.

FACE TO FACE: Sir Franklyn Wilson & Sean McWeeney discuss The Bahamas’ 50th Independence

IN the very room where young college and university students brought political leaders together to debate prior to Bahamian Independence, two of these former youth leaders sat on a stage more than 50 years later to talk about the ideals that led to the formation of a new Bahamas.

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