Do not forget that this is the same man who went down to T&C to attend the wedding of the then premier. Perhaps some people need to reminded as to what subsequently happened to that particular marriage and that particular premier.
King Alfred got famous for burning them cakes; And sears got fame for his hedging mistakes. The king's foolishness cost a dozen burnt buns, While incompetent Sears cost as all millions. A reputation for misspeaking is easily gained. And integrity lost is a career down the drain.
The bane of every charitable endeavor has always been "administrative costs" which absorb the money donated before it is effectively used to further the particular aims of the charity. Historically the BNT has very low administrative costs because of the time and service donated bt those who took on the task of running. With this reported increase of staff to 90 paid employees I can only wonder how much of the funds will left over to carry out worthy things. Can we expect the BNT to soon be seeking increased funding?
This is simply political theatre, which corporations owned by China have had to practice for decades in their home country. If 20 positions are really surplus to requirements, then we can expect that 20 jobs will be phased out over the next few months. It is also quite likely that elected government officials have simply been gamed by a more savvy group for reasons which may or may not become apparent to the electorate.
It has taken less than 50 years of independence to destroy the effectiveness of the police force, the effective functionality of the judicial system, and the excellent sovereign credit rating that the country once enjoyed. Last year the country achieved a murder rate of over33 per 100,000 population, we remain amongst the most murderous countries in the world. And a 12-billion-dollar debt as well. Happy and prosperous New Year everybody.
hrysippus says...
Do not forget that this is the same man who went down to T&C to attend the wedding of the then premier. Perhaps some people need to reminded as to what subsequently happened to that particular marriage and that particular premier.
On Wilchcombe: Marital rape law consultation done ‘in weeks’
Posted 12 January 2023, 9:11 p.m. Suggest removal
hrysippus says...
King Alfred got famous for burning them cakes; And sears got fame for his hedging mistakes. The king's foolishness cost a dozen burnt buns, While incompetent Sears cost as all millions. A reputation for misspeaking is easily gained. And integrity lost is a career down the drain.
On Sears: Forensic report of BPL soon
Posted 10 January 2023, 11:47 a.m. Suggest removal
hrysippus says...
Canary blue, not canary yellow? Well OK.......
On 'The money is gone': Bahamas tries to turn page after FTX (Associated Press)
Posted 8 January 2023, 5:09 p.m. Suggest removal
hrysippus says...
Carlos? Most every bureaucrat in any government just wants more money and more people to supervise. It makes them feel more worthy. Sigh.
On Two killed in separate shootings
Posted 6 January 2023, 8:33 p.m. Suggest removal
hrysippus says...
The bane of every charitable endeavor has always been "administrative costs" which absorb the money donated before it is effectively used to further the particular aims of the charity. Historically the BNT has very low administrative costs because of the time and service donated bt those who took on the task of running. With this reported increase of staff to 90 paid employees I can only wonder how much of the funds will left over to carry out worthy things. Can we expect the BNT to soon be seeking increased funding?
On DIANE PHILLIPS: Thanks, Eric Carey, you took the elitism out of the Bahamas National Trust and made it ours
Posted 6 January 2023, 7:38 p.m. Suggest removal
hrysippus says...
This is simply political theatre, which corporations owned by China have had to practice for decades in their home country. If 20 positions are really surplus to requirements, then we can expect that 20 jobs will be phased out over the next few months. It is also quite likely that elected government officials have simply been gamed by a more savvy group for reasons which may or may not become apparent to the electorate.
On PM's 'swift intervention' reverses decision to lay off 20 Bahamian workers at Freeport Container Port
Posted 6 January 2023, 10:36 a.m. Suggest removal
hrysippus says...
In other news a government spokesperson assured the public free electricity will very soon be given to every voter..........
On ‘Village road is safe’ - despite car plunge
Posted 5 January 2023, 10:20 a.m. Suggest removal
hrysippus says...
It has taken less than 50 years of independence to destroy the effectiveness of the police force, the effective functionality of the judicial system, and the excellent sovereign credit rating that the country once enjoyed. Last year the country achieved a murder rate of over33 per 100,000 population, we remain amongst the most murderous countries in the world. And a 12-billion-dollar debt as well. Happy and prosperous New Year everybody.
On UPDATED: Couple shot dead in their sleep
Posted 3 January 2023, 2:32 p.m. Suggest removal
hrysippus says...
Why does Bahamar and Sarkis and CCA come straight into my mind when I read this? I have no idea why myself.
On Chief Justice Ian Winder knighted in King's New Year Honours
Posted 1 January 2023, 9:25 p.m. Suggest removal
hrysippus says...
Tellrussel; well, yes and no. yes?
On GOVT ‘WILL HAVE TO MAKE NIB DECISION’: Minister insists all options are being considered over fund
Posted 29 December 2022, 8:41 p.m. Suggest removal