Well, someone is about to get sued! The fact that the cause of death was unknown and that the hotel remained open would presumably showcase the operators negligence. Come to think of it, isn't there a government department that was responsible for shutting them down in the interests of public safety?
Being told they hope to finish the first phase of the new airport by 2025 while we sit here hoping our temporary terminal stays open past 6pm is just depressing.
A previous article said the Government is working feverishly on our airport. I drove past yesterday and the only fever I could catch was from the mold in the horrid buildings they haven't even knocked down after almost 3 years.
> Mr Davis said when he presents his government’s budget next week, people will see the effort and interest that is taken in respect to inflation and in respect to looking at what taxes will be raised to assist the government in its efforts going forward.
> Blockquote“ Essentially they wanted us to pay them to take the hotel away, which was ridiculous
This says it all.
They were prepared to take ownership and liability of a proven worthless investment. They certainly weren't going to pay for it. They were going to give it a go where all others had failed.
I just hope that this is more than your typical buy and hold investment strategy where they pump in share holder money, clear out all the rooms, do minor cosmetic fixes and then aim to flip it as a blank slate to an actual hotel management company.
I also hope there has been research and due diligence by the company outside of asking elected officials. Why were the the port not at the rally? Must be really bad for them to turn down a photo opp.
TimesUp says...
Humanely.
adverb.
in a way that shows compassion or benevolence.
**The survivors will absolutely not be treated humanely.**
On ‘Survivors will be humanely treated’
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TimesUp says...
Can we stick to one promise/lie at a time please.
The hotel was apparently under a 60 day due diligence agreement that passed on or around the 12th of this month.
Can the Tribune please investigate this as I've seen nothing reported.
On Govt secures funds to build new Grand Bahama hospital
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TimesUp says...
5 years ago in 2017 we had a whopping $6.55 billion dollars in debt.
Today we have over $10.91 billion dollars worth of debt.
Remember that truth when the sweet words get sung tomorrow.
On ‘NO WAY’ TO PAY BILLS WITHOUT NEW TAXES: Reformer says Budget is most important in history of The Bahamas
Posted 24 May 2022, 12:21 p.m. Suggest removal
TimesUp says...
Well, someone is about to get sued! The fact that the cause of death was unknown and that the hotel remained open would presumably showcase the operators negligence. Come to think of it, isn't there a government department that was responsible for shutting them down in the interests of public safety?
On 'Carbon monoxide poisoning' cause of deaths at Sandals Emerald Bay Resort
Posted 23 May 2022, 12:19 p.m. Suggest removal
TimesUp says...
Being told they hope to finish the first phase of the new airport by 2025 while we sit here hoping our temporary terminal stays open past 6pm is just depressing.
A previous article said the Government is working feverishly on our airport. I drove past yesterday and the only fever I could catch was from the mold in the horrid buildings they haven't even knocked down after almost 3 years.
On ‘Fix low hanging fruit’ before Lucayan close
Posted 20 May 2022, 12:51 p.m. Suggest removal
TimesUp says...
I hope people are paying attention to this bit!
> Mr Davis said when he presents his government’s budget next week, people will see the effort and interest that is taken in respect to inflation and in respect to looking at what taxes will be raised to assist the government in its efforts going forward.
On PM HITS BACK ON BREADBASKET VAT – while Watson claims tax reintroduction does not hurt consumers
Posted 20 May 2022, 12:28 p.m. Suggest removal
TimesUp says...
> Blockquote“ Essentially they wanted us to pay them to take the hotel away, which was ridiculous
This says it all.
They were prepared to take ownership and liability of a proven worthless investment. They certainly weren't going to pay for it. They were going to give it a go where all others had failed.
On ‘They wanted Gov’t to buy the Grand Lucayan twice’
Posted 17 May 2022, 12:44 p.m. Suggest removal
TimesUp says...
To me that's the realistic deal. It was a horrible deal but it seems realistic. Lets review.
The deal was offered by an experienced, well known company.
The property was a run down 2 or 3 star resort even when it was open.
Occupancy hadn't been above 5% in years and at best achieved 10%.
The only part that ever did well was an all inclusive cheap operator that stayed a yew years.
The hotel was subsidized for ages even when open.
Its never made money despite many operators having a go.
It now needs to be demolished.
There is little tourism demand for Freeport.
The island has decayed for 20 plus years.
On Cooper reveals details of Lucayan deal under Minnis administration
Posted 17 May 2022, 12:27 p.m. Suggest removal
TimesUp says...
I pray Nassau never gets hit by a Dorian type hurricane with over 20ft of sustained storm surge lasting for days.
On Sunk by record rainfall
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TimesUp says...
I just hope that this is more than your typical buy and hold investment strategy where they pump in share holder money, clear out all the rooms, do minor cosmetic fixes and then aim to flip it as a blank slate to an actual hotel management company.
I also hope there has been research and due diligence by the company outside of asking elected officials. Why were the the port not at the rally? Must be really bad for them to turn down a photo opp.
On EDITORIAL: A deal that’s been a long time coming
Posted 13 May 2022, 12:15 p.m. Suggest removal