Politics and Government
Business & Economy
Belize removed from the EU List of Non-Cooperative Jurisdictions for Tax Purposes
The Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) of the European Union (EU) has agreed to remove Belize from the EU list of non-cooperative jurisdictions (the ‘blacklist’).
Community and Society
BRS Area Representative Manuel Heredia Jr., running for UDP Second Deputy Party Leader
With Prime Minister Right Honourable Dean Barrow and leader of the United Democratic Party (UDP) set to retire, a reshuffling is about to take place with applicants vying for several vacant posts within the party, ranging from party leadership down to chairmanship.
Politics and Government
Elections and Boundaries Department classifies on Representation of the People Act
The Elections and Boundaries Department wishes to advise the general public that the Representation of the People Act clearly outlines the process and steps that are required to be taken prior to any individual becoming a registered elector. As such, the department operates strictly within the rule of law.
Politics and Government
Head of British diplomatic service travels to Belize
Permanent Under-Secretary of State (PUS) at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Sir Simon McDonald will pay an official visit to Belize on 30 August.
Politics and Government
Meet the UDP Leadership Convention 2020 Candidates!
The anticipated convention will take place at the Belize Civic Centre in Belize City, and the two candidates contending the leadership post are Honourable Patrick Faber and Honourable John Saldivar, two senior UDP ministers.
Politics and Government
After a controversial election, Caye Caulker has a new Village Council
Amidst the controversy, Caye Caulker Village Chairperson-elect Seleny Villanueva-Pott thanks everyone who voted for her, and assures all island residents that she, along with her six councilors, will work hard to make Caye Caulker a better place.
Business & Economy
No more fishing licenses for Guatemalans with Belizean documents
After numerous reports of excessive and illegal fishing, approximately 38 Guatemalan fishermen will not have their license renewed to fish the southern waters of Belize, particularly around the Sarstoon River area.
Conservation
Belize Fisheries Department annouces closure of Queen Conch Season 2019
Restaurateurs and the Public are asked to use, consume and dispose of all Queen Conch meat in their possession on or before April 30th, 2019 as the season will close on that date due to the realization of the Queen Conch quota.
