Unions Call Off Protest, But Warn Fight Is Not Over

There will be no national protest tomorrow, but don’t mistake that for retreat. The National Trade Union Congress of Belize has called off its planned demonstration and is now taking its message indoors, with a ten a.m. press conference at the B.N.T.U. office in Belize City. The unions say they are saving their energy and resources for what may come next if their concerns are not taken seriously. One major demand reportedly on the table is the removal of Markhelm Lizarraga as Chairman of the B.T.L. Board of Directors. Today, social partners met at the Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry to chart the way forward. News Five will have coverage from tomorrow’s press conference.

 

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