Politics and Government
Government
San Pedro’s PUP 7 Slate revealed at Endorsement Convention
San Pedro's PUP 7 Candidates are: Andre Perez (Mayoral Candidate) and Councilor Candidates Ian Pou, Marina Kay, Ruben Navidad, Undina Graniel, Dianelie Aranda and Johnia Duarte.
Politics and Government
Belize Network of NGOs disapprove postponement of Re-registration Exercise
The decision to hold the re-registration of electors until after the 2018 Municipal Election has left several organizations dissatisfied.
Politics and Government
Elections and Boundaries Department encourages electorates to prepare for 2018 Municipal Elections
With the next municipal elections slated for March 7, 2018, the Elections and Boundaries Department is beginning the process of preparing the electorates list.
Politics and Government
Another irregular land deal involving Gaspar Vega’s family surfaces
After the October 2016 land scandal, involving family members of former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources and Agriculture, Honourable Gaspar Vega, his family is once again in the spotlight regarding another alleged land scam.
Conservation
Ministry of Natural Resources reiterates policy on use of the Seabed and 66 Feet Reserves
Any occupation of the seabed and 66-feet reserve without the requisite permission from the Minister of Natural Resources is unlawful and illegal.
Politics and Government
Governor General approves re-registration process to be held in 2018
The national re-registration exercise scheduled for July of this year has been postponed until July 2018 by decree of the Governor General of Belize.
Politics and Government
Minister Heredia questioned on immigration at the Senate Special Select Committee
Honourable Manuel Heredia Jr. appeared before the Senate Special Select Committee on Wednesday, July 12th to answer questions on the ongoing immigration investigation.
Politics and Government
Senate Special Select Committee grills Immigration officer Ady Pacheco
The Senate Special Select Committee resumed its investigation into the Auditor General’s Special Audit report on Wednesday, June 28th.