Monthly Archives: January, 2021
Community and Society
Ministers in the Ministry of Human Development Meet with BAPDA Representatives
On Monday, January 25, 2021, members of the Belize Assembly for Persons with Diverse Abilities (BAPDA) paid a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Human Development, Families and Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs in Belmopan.
Government
Cabinet Briefing for January 28, 2021
The Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Hon. John Briceño, met in regular session on January 26, 2021. Among the issues discussed were the ratification of three CARIFORUM Bilateral Agreements, the order to convene a Commission of Inquiry to investigate the sale of government assets between the period October 2019 to November 2020 and budget consultations.
Community and Society
Minister of Rural Transformation, Community Development, Labour and Local Government visits San Pedro
Minister Requeña's visit sealed an agreement with the island authorities to work together towards San Pedro's sustainability and a better way of life for all islanders.
Community and Society
Scottish acclaimed toy pirate ship ‘Adventure 2’ expected to reach Ambergris Caye
A record-breaking journey involving a toy pirate ship is about to include Belize in its itinerary. Initiated by 11-year-old Ollie and 8-year-old Harry Ferguson...
Education
Formation of COVID-19 Education Task Force
As a part of the implementation of its PLANBELIZE AGENDA, the new PUP Administration of Prime Minister, Hon. John Briceno has established a COVID-19 EDUCATION TASK FORCE to bring together relevant key stakeholders and partners in education to help guide the Government's commitment to the delivery of quality, accessible education during the Covid-19 pandemic, and to provide specific recommendations for the safe and responsible reopening of schools for face-to- face instruction in August/September 2021 or when it is deemed safe to do so by the Ministry of Health and Wellness.
Politics and Government
Political parties contesting the upcoming Municipal Elections start campaigning
Candidates aspiring to become part of the next San Pedro Town Council have begun campaigning across the island. While aspirants under the current United Democratic Party (UDP) administration have been appearing on television speaking about their plans, members of the People's United Party (PUP) Slate are campaigning house to house.
Community and Society
Commissioner of Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs Appointed
Mr. Ch’oc is well-qualified and has over two decades of experience working with indigenous people at the local and international level. His scope of work includes addressing the unique needs of indigenous peoples and leading the implementation of the Caribbean Court of Justice consent order of 2015.
Government
The Ombudsman, Mr. Lionel Arzu meets with the Prime Minister, The Hon. John Briceno, the Deputy Prime Minister, Hon. Mr. Cordel Hyde and Minister...
On Friday, January 22, 2021, Mr. Lionel Arzu, Ombudsman of Belize met with the Prime Minister, The Hon. John Briceno. The meeting focused on the ways through which the Government of Belize could further support the Office of the Ombudsman.
