MP challenges strategy for land reform implementation
The Opposition’s finance spokesman has challenged the Government’s land reform implementation strategy while voicing fears there may be insufficient personnel to effectively implement the changes.
Payments provider ‘leading charge’ on agency banking
A local payments provider says it is “leading the charge” for agency banking in The Bahamas.
End to Long Island airport airlift capacity limitations
The Government’s aviation chief yesterday asserted that the “obstacle limitations” of Long Island’s airport are being eliminated through its runway expansion project.
New farmers’ markets set for the Mall and PI
Farmers’ markets will be held on consecutive weekends at key New Providence locations in a bid to satisfy growing public interest in living healthy and eating fresh.
Container Port aims to fill 120 positions
Freeport Container Port has partnered with the Department of Labour to hold a second job fair as it aims to fill 120 posts linked to its $100m expansion project.
IAN FERGUSON: Workplace amenities can aid employee productivity
Offering extra workplace amenities can be an effective way to incentivise staff by boosting morale, improving their well-being and fostering a sense of value and belonging. These services will ultimately increase productivity levels. By offering amenities as part of the employee benefits package, companies can create a positive work environment, foster loyalty and, ultimately, achieve better business outcomes.
Customs apologises for incorrect private aviation fee mix-up
Bahamas Customs’ top official has apologised for “any mistake” after a private aviation organiser revealed attendees at one of the world’s top air shows were given incorrect fee information by an officer.
$60m lobster exports need ‘negligible’ Trump tariff rise
The Bahamas’ annual $60m lobster exports to the US can only withstand a further 2-3 percentage point Trump tariff increase before they become “too expensive to consume”, it was revealed yesterday.
Polymers chief: ‘We’ll work way around’ Trump’s tariffs
Polymers International’s top executive yesterday voiced optimism that “we’ll work our way around” whatever tariff increase Donald Trump decides to impose on Bahamian exports to the US.
$25m Doctors Hospital in GB to bring 90 jobs
Significant construction of Doctors Hospital’s Grand Bahama location is expected to be concluded by the end of year, with a boost of 90 jobs and at a cost of more than $25m.
SBDC executive to take on chamber board role
THE Small Business Development Centre’s (SBDC) executive director, Samantha Rolle, now also has a new post with the aim of boosting the centre’s goals.
Cable Bahamas scoops five awards from Ookla
THE Cable Bahamas Group of Companies has been named the fastest fixed network in the Caribbean - one of five awards it picked up at the Ookla awards.
PM: Land reform will settle long-standing disputes
Prime Minister Philip Davis said land reform bills passed yesterday will restore confidence in the country’s land registration system, expedite property sales and settle long-standing property disputes.
Land reform to begin with phased approach
THE Government is to use a phased approach to land reform - starting with pilot adjudication zones. South and Central Andros MP Leon Lundy yesterday said pilot projects will commence on select islands including Andros, Grand Bahama and Abaco. He said they will test “processes, technology and community outreach strategies”.
'Activities, not hotels, is what Downtown needs'
Downtown Nassau merchants and straw vendors yesterday urged the Government to focus on creating more activities for locals and tourists rather than attracting new hotels to the area.
