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National Service Day
Community and Society
National Service Day honors the late Rt. Hon. George Price and Queen Elizabeth II
The National Service Day this year on Monday, September 19th commemorating the 11th anniversary of the passing of the Father of the Nation, the late Right Honourable George Cadle Price, was also a holiday to honor Queen Elizabeth II’s death. That same day she was being buried in London, England, and Belize’s Governor General, Her Excellency Dame Froyla Tzalam, attended on behalf of the country to pay our respects to the former Head of State. The day was celebrated with civic activities in places like San Pedro Town, while a Wreath Laying ceremony took place in Belize City at Price’s resting place.
Government
Cabinet Briefing for 15th September 2022
The Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Hon. John Briceño, met in regular session on 13th September 2022. During the briefing, Cabinet gave its approval for the removal of overtime restrictions for healthcare workers. This will improve the terms of service and timeliness of payment of overtime to healthcare workers.
Community and Society
Monday to be observed as National Holiday to honor Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral
It has been confirmed following the weekly Cabinet meeting that Monday, September 19th, will be observed in Belize as a national holiday in honor of the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. The late British monarch was Belize’s Head of State and passed away on September 8th. Her eldest son Prince Charles ascended to the throne, becoming the United Kingdom’s King and Head of State of Belize and the Commonwealth.
Community and Society
Lions and Leos observe National Service Day
On Monday, September 19th, the San Pedro Lions Club paid tribute to National Service Day in a flag raising ceremony that began at 7AM at the Lions Den.
Community and Society
San Pedro Lions Pay Tribute to the Late Rt. Hon. George Cadle Price
September Celebrations kicked into full gear over the weekend as the Nation celebrated its 34th year of Independence with parties and parades at every...
Community and Society
Lions Roar
Lions appeal to the business community to assist with new caretaker’s house at Mosquito Coast Park
The Lions Mosquito Coast Park, located on the beach...
Community and Society
Island PUP celebrates National Service Day
As part of National Service Day, the Belize Rural South (BRS) People’s United Party (PUP) held several activities to commemorate the Father of Our...
Entertainment
San Pedro’s line-up of event for September Celebrations
The 2014 September Celebrations are well under way, and citizens from all six districts are celebrating Belize’s most patriotic month of the year. This...
