Friday, September 12, 2025
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Lands Department

Commission of Inquiry final report approved by Cabinet; highlights irregularities by ministers of previous administration

The report from the Commission of Inquiry into the sale of government assets has been completed and submitted to Cabinet. The report was to determine whether proper procedures, practices, applicable rules, and regulations were duly observed in the sale of government assets by the previous administration under the United Democratic Party from October 2019 to November 2020. The government announced on Tuesday, January 11th they will submit the findings to the Office of the Attorney General and Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for advice and action deemed appropriate.

Forceful eviction attempt damages tenants’ property; opens questions on legal procedures

The Valladares family has been leasing a piece of property in the San Pablo Area south of San Pedro Town since 2002, and up to May of this year, they had been living there peacefully. In mid-March, however, they were served with an eviction note from a law firm on behalf of the property owner, demanding they leave the premises. While the Valladares prepare to relocate, they are denouncing the procedures taken during their removal, and are demanding the respective parties take responsibility for the damages caused to their property.

Lands Department transfers property unbeknownst to rightful owner

On, Tuesday, March 6th Cayman Islands residents, Derick Garcia in an interview with Channel 5 TV alleged that the Lands Department had stolen his properties located north of San Pedro Town.

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.

GOB demands compensation money from Sharon Pitts and Andre Vega

After being compensated nearly $1 million dollars jointly, Andre Vega and Attorney Sharon Pitts are being asked by the GOB to return the funds.

Lands & Surveys Department upgrading land management system

The general public is hereby advised that the Lands & Surveys Department is currently migrating into its upgraded Land Management System. The Ministry asks for your patience as they continue efforts to better serve the Belizean people.

Allegations of Land Fraud within the SPTC

There are allegations of a land scandal within the San Pedro Town Council and in the middle of it fingers are pointed at an...