First, they need to put proper accounting systems in not to mention fiscal reporting and responsibility.
If it does become a university, it won't amount to much until they get serious about running a 'real' university. That will also mean bringing in foreign professors for diversity - a major requirement for 'real' universities.
There is a procedure for challenging a ruling by a Judge of the Supreme Court. You go to the Court of Appeal. At the Court of Appeal 3 Judges review the ruling.
The House of Assembly is has no jurisdiction, only the courts in accordance with our laws.
So Birdie, don't worry your little bird brain, if there is a legal problem and, in accordance with our laws, these two ought to be considered dangerous, I am sure 3 judges can figure that out.
A very good letter Ms. Thompson, thank you for keeping our focus in the proper direction.
We need to keep our eye on the rulings by the courts. Generally, and I say generally, what they rule is the way we should behave.
Bluesky you seem to have a beef with Rufa. That is fine and good, but if the court says that his deportation was not proper, then it is not proper and no amount of your personal feelings can change the fact that he should be able to stay.
All the court has said is tat if you want to remove someone do it properly under the law and not underhanded and illegally. Government must respect the law.
I have had potential investors say that they are not going to invest at the moment until they see if a new government will come to power.
They mention immigration as the number one problem followed by government interference in Baha Mar and the failure to extend the Hawksbill Creek Agreement.
Thank you for letting people know that non-Bahamians are concerned.
A concerned Resident is a good resident. Thank you.
How much did this trip cost the country? See all those who attended? You know that they did not fly in the back of the plane. Say $50,000 for airline tickets.
Baltron Bethel only stays in the most expensive hotels. How many nights plus lavish meals.
Expenditure between $100,000.00 and $150,000.00 on expenses plus salaries for everyone at another $40,000.00.
Man they had better deliver the goods when you spend that kind of money (around $200,000.00 of our money) on a business trip.
Economist says...
First, they need to put proper accounting systems in not to mention fiscal reporting and responsibility.
If it does become a university, it won't amount to much until they get serious about running a 'real' university. That will also mean bringing in foreign professors for diversity - a major requirement for 'real' universities.
On Union doubts priorities in university transition
Posted 23 February 2016, 5:21 p.m. Suggest removal
Economist says...
The FNM needs a younger more progressive leadership. This "old time politics" must come to an end if the FNM wants to win.
On PIERRE DUPUCH: Why Minnis is the strong leader the country needs
Posted 23 February 2016, 5:13 p.m. Suggest removal
Economist says...
This is why the Bankruptcy proceedings in the US should not have been interfered with by the government.
Sad, very sad.
On Baha Mar bidder’s ‘hands are tied’
Posted 23 February 2016, 3:43 p.m. Suggest removal
Economist says...
Thank you for the clarification Mrs. Butler -Turner.
Keep up the good work. ***"You are our Opposition in the House of Assembly"***
On Inquiry needed on Ruffin tax
Posted 23 February 2016, 11:43 a.m. Suggest removal
Economist says...
There is a procedure for challenging a ruling by a Judge of the Supreme Court. You go to the Court of Appeal. At the Court of Appeal 3 Judges review the ruling.
The House of Assembly is has no jurisdiction, only the courts in accordance with our laws.
So Birdie, don't worry your little bird brain, if there is a legal problem and, in accordance with our laws, these two ought to be considered dangerous, I am sure 3 judges can figure that out.
A very good letter Ms. Thompson, thank you for keeping our focus in the proper direction.
On Cuban row
Posted 23 February 2016, 11:31 a.m. Suggest removal
Economist says...
We need to keep our eye on the rulings by the courts. Generally, and I say generally, what they rule is the way we should behave.
Bluesky you seem to have a beef with Rufa. That is fine and good, but if the court says that his deportation was not proper, then it is not proper and no amount of your personal feelings can change the fact that he should be able to stay.
All the court has said is tat if you want to remove someone do it properly under the law and not underhanded and illegally. Government must respect the law.
On Rufa case prompts alarm
Posted 20 February 2016, 11:35 p.m. Suggest removal
Economist says...
What would you expect an Uncle Tom to say?
Nothing has happened since he has been president. His actions, or should one say, his failure to act at all, says it all.
He is a good part of the problem.
On Freeport suffers ‘12 years of ineptitude’
Posted 20 February 2016, midnight Suggest removal
Economist says...
How do they pose a threat?
Maybe because their detention exposes the "Papa Doc" mentality of this government?
On Cubans relieved after release; Mitchell announces investigation
Posted 19 February 2016, 11:10 p.m. Suggest removal
Economist says...
I have had potential investors say that they are not going to invest at the moment until they see if a new government will come to power.
They mention immigration as the number one problem followed by government interference in Baha Mar and the failure to extend the Hawksbill Creek Agreement.
Thank you for letting people know that non-Bahamians are concerned.
A concerned Resident is a good resident. Thank you.
On Rufa case prompts alarm
Posted 18 February 2016, 10:04 p.m. Suggest removal
Economist says...
How much did this trip cost the country? See all those who attended? You know that they did not fly in the back of the plane. Say $50,000 for airline tickets.
Baltron Bethel only stays in the most expensive hotels. How many nights plus lavish meals.
Expenditure between $100,000.00 and $150,000.00 on expenses plus salaries for everyone at another $40,000.00.
Man they had better deliver the goods when you spend that kind of money (around $200,000.00 of our money) on a business trip.
On ‘Profound economic impact’ forecast after Swiss meetings
Posted 18 February 2016, 7:54 p.m. Suggest removal