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‘Very serious tax concerns’ for Exuma’s ‘crown jewel’

A high-end Exuma project was warned both developer and homeowner properties would be sold-off unless “very serious concerns” over multi-million real property tax liabilities were resolved.

Real estate purchases ‘held hostage’ over VAT demands

Real estate transactions are being “held hostage” by frequent Department of Inland Revenue (DIR) challenges to sales prices as it bids to maximise taxes, an Opposition MP is charging.

No UK ‘droves’: Bahamas told to ramp up promotion

The Bahamas must be “a bit more aggressive” in promoting its advantages, realtors are urging, with “the droves” of wealthy families expected to move from the UK yet to materialise.

Vehicle importer loses negligence claim on Road Traffic Act breach

A Bahamian vehicle importer’s negligence claim against an insurance broker has been dismissed after the Supreme Court found he committed at least one Road Traffic Act violation.

Consumer protection ‘double edged sword’ for contractors

The Bahamian Contractors Association’s (BCA) president says resolving the “huge amount of ambiguity” surrounding construction contracts will help slash consumer complaints about the sector.

UB students take part in NFT project

Five projects from University of The Bahamas students have emerged as pioneering NFT (non-fungible token) creations.

Foreign Affairs clarifies support for Bahamians jailed abroad

THE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has clarified its role in supporting Bahamians incarcerated abroad following social media concerns over allegations the government has neglected nationals serving sentences in Panama.

Technical failures interrupt radio service at 100 Jamz and Joy 101.9

DUE to severe weather conditions on Sunday night, both 100 JAMZ and Joy 101.9 have experienced an unexpected systems failure.

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Bishop criticises PLP and FNM on dorian failure

BISHOP Simeon Hall, former president of the Bahamas Christian Council, criticised both the PLP and FNM for failing to address lingering questions about Hurricane Dorian.

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Pintard: Blame PM for delayed sale of Lucayan

FNM leader Michael Pintard yesterday criticised Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis for ongoing delays in the sale of the Grand Lucayan Hotel, noting that his recent pledge to finalise the resort’s sale “within the next two weeks or so” has yet to materialise.