As the Leader of the Opposition mentioned, these salary increases are happening just before the 2025/2026 budget presentation. So, when will the meeting at the National Assembly take place? Panton says the opposition hasn't received notice with the date yet. On the Phone: Tracy Panton, Leader
Animal cruelty has been a major concern for Belizeans across the country. Recently, we've covered stories about neglected and abused horses and dogs being shot by police officers. But animal cruelty takes many forms and happens around us every day. In tonight's edition of the
Fire officials are investigating the cause of a fire that destroyed three businesses in San Pedro on Tuesday night. The blaze was first seen around nine o'clock, coming from Brunolitos near the park on Front Street. The Belize National Fire Service hasn't released official details
Along with the seven-point five percent salary increase, the union is also pushing for transfer grants to go up from twelve hundred to one thousand, five hundred dollars. They want the government to make sure every public officer transferred between 2021 and 2024 gets the
PSU President Dean Flowers also shared that the Union has submitted its framework for a new CBA to the government and are awaiting a response from the government. The PSU has allocated twenty-one days for the government to receive that response, after which the union
The ongoing erosion of Placencia beach has sparked concern among the community, leading to discussions on how to tackle the problem before the popular tourist spot loses its entire beachfront. The Ministries of Natural Resources, Sustainable Development, and Infrastructure Development recently met with Placencia residents
A prominent lecturer at the University of Belize (UB) was placed on administrative leave on Thursday, April 10, after complaints of sexual harassment were made against him. News Five has learnt that UB has at least four complaints against Dr Pio Saqui, who is also the
The National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB) has issued a statement addressing serious allegations of rape involving a senior member of the trade union community. The NTUCB says it has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual violence, abuse, and misconduct. In the press release, the NTUCB
The Public Service Union of Belize (PSU) has issued a scathing condemnation of the Briceño Administration, accusing it of "shameless self-enrichment" while public officers continue to face stagnant wages and economic hardship. In a strongly worded release likening the administration to the corrupt leadership in George
It’s that time of year again—when the sun is blazing, the beaches are calling, and Belizeans are packing up for fun-filled Easter getaways with family and friends. But while the long weekend promises memories and adventure, it also brings a big temptation: overspending. Local economist and
