Authorities are delving into a scandal at the Vital Statistics Unit involving the issuance of fraudulent passports and birth certificates. Earlier this year, an investigation uncovered that employees at the unit were selling fake legal documents, including social security cards, birth certificates, and passports, leading
The National Trade Union Congress of Belize (N.T.U.C.B.) has voiced strong opposition to the government’s compulsory acquisition of a twenty-three-acre extension of Stake Bank Island. In a letter to Prime Minister John Briceño, the N.T.U.C.B. questioned whether the acquisition truly serves a public purpose, suggesting
The social partners are calling for full disclosure of documents related to the government’s six-point-nine-million-dollar land acquisition for the new University Hospital. Earlier this month, the Belize Chamber of Commerce, the Belize Network of NGOs, the National Trade Union Congress of Belize, and the Belize
In a recent survey by Viking Strategies, the electorate’s views on various pressing issues were brought to light, including the popularity of political parties, individual politicians, and the perceived corruption within the current administration. Briceño commented that corruption is largely a matter of perception and
When questioned about the People’s United Party’s prospects in the upcoming elections, the Prime Minister expressed cautious optimism. He acknowledged that taking voters for granted is never wise, but he firmly believes that the P.U.P. has earned the electorate’s trust and support once more. Briceño
The survey reveals that Briceño currently stands as the most popular politician in Belize. When asked about his reaction to this accolade, he expressed humility and gratitude, particularly towards those closest to him who help keep him grounded on key issues. He also shared a
On Friday, Devin Daly, the People’s United Party’s (P.U.P.) Standard Bearer for Collet, held a press briefing to formally introduce himself to the media and discuss his entry into the political arena. Daly, a proud native of Collet, emphasized his deep roots in the community
Tonight, heartbreak strikes yet another family as they mourn the loss of their loved one in a tragic road traffic accident over the weekend. On Sunday, around eleven p.m., thirty-year-old Nicky Waight was on his motorcycle heading towards the San Ignacio Police Station when he
Earlier this month, an Asian grocer was charged with assault after grabbing the shirt of a Price Control Unit Officer on duty. The officer had been investigating the grocery store for not displaying the price of bread, leading to a dispute. Following that incident, Deputy
Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred over the weekend on Berry Street. According to reports, deliveryman Henry Myvette, was making his rounds on Berry Street when two armed men on bicycles held him up, making off with the cash he had on him.
