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Revenue surge to $274m via corporate tax switch

The Government could near-double pre-COVID business taxation revenues if it were to implement a 15 percent corporate income levy across-the-board on all entities bar those generating less than $500,000 in annual turnover.

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Cat Island 'going to get whole hog'

Government officials yesterday pledged that Cat Island is "going to get the whole hog" when it comes to airport, roads and utilities upgrades and investments.

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PM blasts 'blinkered' officials' tax attitude

The Prime Minister yesterday slammed "blinkered" public officials for adopting inflexible approaches to the collection of outstanding taxes that "close the business" and hinder economic growth and productivity.

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Adrian Gibson jury finalised as trial set to get under way

NINE jurors were selected yesterday to evaluate evidence from more than 40 witnesses in Adrian Gibson’s corruption trial.

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CORPORATE TAX PLAN REVEALED: Govt favours proposal of 10-12 percent rate for most businesses

The Government is leaning towards reforms that will see most Bahamas-based businesses pay a "modest" corporate income tax of either 10 or 12 percent with the only exception being small firms earning less than $500,000 annually.

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Local banks pass anti-financial crime 'shadow shopping'

The Central Bank yesterday hailed the results of a 'mystery shopper' style survey of Bahamian financial institutions which found "rigorous evidence" they were in full compliance with efforts to combat financial crime.

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Bahamas branch of British Legion experiencing financial difficulties

THE Bahamas Branch of the British Legion is experiencing financial difficulties as it tries to cover its June distribution of money and goods.

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Gov’t striving to re-open Lucayan’s Breaker’s Cay

The Government has taken a "show me the money" approach with potential Grand Lucayan buyers at it works to open another part of the resort complex to support increased airlift to Grand Bahama, it was revealed yesterday.

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GIBSON FAILS IN LEGAL CHALLENGE: Judge rules MP can have fair trial after rejecting arguments

A SUPREME Court judge dismissed Adrian Gibson’s application to stay his corruption trial yesterday, ruling his constitutional rights have not been infringed and that he can have a fair trial even if the Crown’s key witness gives testimony virtually.

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‘WE JUST SHOT OURSELVES IN THE FOOT’: Men’s national beach soccer team goalie speaks on Bahamas’ 4th place finish

It’s not every day that an athlete makes a successful transition from one sport to the other.

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PM calls for support for Bridgetown finance plan

PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said it is morally imperative that Caribbean and Latin American countries support the Bridgetown Initiative, a global climate finance plan.

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Fiscal year finish is ‘critical platform’ for 78% deficit cut

The Ministry of Finance's top official yesterday said the Government's financial performance over the next two months is "critical" to setting the foundation for a 2023-2024 fiscal year in which the deficit is forecast to be cut by 78 percent.

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Promotion Board in 67% website visitor increase

The Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board's (NPIPB) chief executive says there has been a 67 percent year-over-year jump in visitor traffic to its website as it works to convert this increase into actual visitors.

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ONE ELEUTHERA FOUNDATION: Unlocking the power of corporate social responsibility

IN today’s interconnected world, companies are increasingly expected to be socially responsible and accountable for how their practices impact society and the environment. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) refers to the concept that a business is responsible for more than just creating value and wealth for shareholders but should also seek to benefit the broader community in which it exists.

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Investor forum puts Grand Bahama in the spotlight

THE eyes of the world are on The Bahamas when it comes to investment and conservation, a conference in Grand Bahama heard this week.

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Gibson’s ex-fiancee’s virtual testimony ruling Monday

A SUPREME Court judge will rule on Monday whether Adrian Gibson’s ex-fiancee can testify virtually in his corruption trial.

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Illegal construction fight has been 'a rank failure'

The Bahamian Contractors Association's (BCA) president yesterday said builders are asking "why should we follow the law" following the country's "rank failure to manage the built environment".

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Bahamas trade deficit up $325m at five-year high

The Bahamas' trade deficit expanded by $314.6m or 10.7 percent during 2022 to hit a five-year high of $3.254bn, it was reveled yesterday, as inflation and higher global oil prices caused import costs to soar.

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GIBSON WITNESS IN ABUSE CLAIM: ‘Brutal attack’ alleged as ex-girlfriend wants to testify by video link

THE ex-fiancee of Adrian Gibson has alleged that the Long Island MP abused her, prompting her desire to testify virtually in his corruption trial rather than in person.

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GB Power solar rates '30% below Caribbean'

Grand Bahama Power Company says the solar power rate it has obtained from independent energy providers (IPPs) is "30 percent less than what you see elsewhere" in the Caribbean.