Thats all good, but how are we to pay for these hospitals. Will each need their own MRI and surgical ward, with the specialists that are therefore needed? In reality small clinics to deal with the minor things and a good airlift for major items to either Nassau or Freeport. Even building the clinics will be costly, as how do you justify having at least one doctor and nurse on an island with 50 people on it?
Yup its ridiculous, that it is cheaper as a Bahamian to go to the US then to another Bahamian island. I can do a rapid test for $20 here, go to the US, and there get a full test for free to get back. That's saving me $130-150 to spend shopping as the flights are about the same and accommodation cheaper in the US.
From when this started Government brought in laws to force people to wear masks and social distance. Then they selectively enforced these laws. Then cases go up an they have curfews, close restaurants and maybe even have lockdowns, which affect those who followed the rules more then those who don't. Its not hard, just enforce the laws. have people at the beaches that do this. Luckily for Government the weather as always won't be good this weekend, so not many will be at the beach (well Friday for sure).
All they will do is pass the law in parliament but not in senate so it won't be gazetted, and thereby not be a law. They will do this just before the election so they can say look we did it, but then have no intention of actually implementing it whoever wins (and PLP and no plans to either).
Please note Government this does not mean having your flunkys increase the value of their contract to hit this target, and also don't go building $100 million in sidewalks. Build items which are needed and would help the population, but don't overbuild for example a $40 million softball stadium which will never be even half full
The idea of cruises to the islands is a great one. However the size of the vessel is very important. If they do 100 people cruise's that would be a great trip to take and won't overload the island. If you go with over 1,000 people or more then not such a good idea.
Another issue for Super Value will be that many people went direct to the wholesaler for items during the pandemic, and realized they can save a lot doing so. If need be they can get together with friends and share the order if storage is an issue.
Dawes says...
As long as you are wearing something red or yellow, or have someone in your group who works for the Covid Police you can continue doing what you want.
On Police on high alert to break up crowds
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Dawes says...
Thats all good, but how are we to pay for these hospitals. Will each need their own MRI and surgical ward, with the specialists that are therefore needed? In reality small clinics to deal with the minor things and a good airlift for major items to either Nassau or Freeport. Even building the clinics will be costly, as how do you justify having at least one doctor and nurse on an island with 50 people on it?
On Fisherman died after airlift was ‘refused’
Posted 31 March 2021, 11:29 a.m. Suggest removal
Dawes says...
Yup its ridiculous, that it is cheaper as a Bahamian to go to the US then to another Bahamian island. I can do a rapid test for $20 here, go to the US, and there get a full test for free to get back. That's saving me $130-150 to spend shopping as the flights are about the same and accommodation cheaper in the US.
On COVID inflicts $3bn tourist spending blow
Posted 30 March 2021, 9:32 a.m. Suggest removal
Dawes says...
From when this started Government brought in laws to force people to wear masks and social distance. Then they selectively enforced these laws. Then cases go up an they have curfews, close restaurants and maybe even have lockdowns, which affect those who followed the rules more then those who don't. Its not hard, just enforce the laws. have people at the beaches that do this. Luckily for Government the weather as always won't be good this weekend, so not many will be at the beach (well Friday for sure).
On Forbes: We are on the brink of a third wave
Posted 30 March 2021, 9:14 a.m. Suggest removal
Dawes says...
I thought Obama was pretty good. No idea why you don't
On STATESIDE: New White House, same problems - gun control and The Wall
Posted 26 March 2021, 3:17 p.m. Suggest removal
Dawes says...
All they will do is pass the law in parliament but not in senate so it won't be gazetted, and thereby not be a law. They will do this just before the election so they can say look we did it, but then have no intention of actually implementing it whoever wins (and PLP and no plans to either).
On ‘Time to deliver on Freedom of Information pledge’
Posted 26 March 2021, 3:15 p.m. Suggest removal
Dawes says...
Yet again it appears that the taxpayer has to bend over.
On GB airport owners to keep Dorian insurance
Posted 25 March 2021, 4:56 p.m. Suggest removal
Dawes says...
Please note Government this does not mean having your flunkys increase the value of their contract to hit this target, and also don't go building $100 million in sidewalks. Build items which are needed and would help the population, but don't overbuild for example a $40 million softball stadium which will never be even half full
On ‘Be bold’: Infrastructure spend must hit 5% GDP
Posted 24 March 2021, 4:42 p.m. Suggest removal
Dawes says...
The idea of cruises to the islands is a great one. However the size of the vessel is very important. If they do 100 people cruise's that would be a great trip to take and won't overload the island. If you go with over 1,000 people or more then not such a good idea.
On Harbour Island’s ‘compelling case’ for no cruise tourism
Posted 24 March 2021, 11:47 a.m. Suggest removal
Dawes says...
Another issue for Super Value will be that many people went direct to the wholesaler for items during the pandemic, and realized they can save a lot doing so. If need be they can get together with friends and share the order if storage is an issue.
On Super Value principal says sales in ‘freefall’
Posted 23 March 2021, 9:26 a.m. Suggest removal