Prime Minister Philip Davis’ remarks at the 2022 National Honours Investiture
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Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police: Opening Remarks 36th Annual General Meeting and Conference
Along with a changing world, comes the increasing threat and vulnerability of crime to our country’s safety and economic security. Crime, in all of its manifestations, is a global and complex issue that profits criminals billions of dollars each year while leaving many reeling to recover.
We all feel deeply the damaging effects of crime.
We all hear the cries of persons who have suffered at the hands of criminals.
We all know how it plagues our communities.
And I know we all want desperately to change this narrative.
However, the ongoing effort to eradicate this scourge will require a multi-faceted response that address the economic, social, and legal realities that contribute to this situation, particularly in the Caribbean.
New Year’s National Address – Prime Minister Hubert Minnis
Prime Minister Minnis announces new COVID-19 measures for New Providence, Abaco and Eleuthera
In an address to the nation on Sunday 8 November, the Prime Minister pointed to the progress recorded on New Providence and Abaco since restrictive measures were introduced a month ago. Since then, there have been reductions recorded among key health indicators watched closely by health officials, including the number new cases of COVID-19, transmission, […]
Prime Minister Davis’s Remarks at the Opening of the Family Court Complex
Good morning to all who have joined us for the opening of this new court complex. In the near future, many families will receive fair consideration, equitable solutions, and balanced remediation of their circumstances here in this complex. When we talk about strengthening the justice system, we often talk about the criminal justice system, but […]
Press Statement from the Prime Minister Davis on the Passing of John Berkley “Peanuts” Taylor
The Bahamas has lost one of its finest sons. Ann and I are deeply saddened by the passing of John Berkley “Peanuts” Taylor, a man whose rhythm, spirit, and story embodied the very soul of our nation. To many Bahamians Peanuts was more than entertainer; he was our cultural treasure. From his humble beginnings on […]
Statement of Clarification on The Bahamas’ Position Regarding Migration Proposals
In June of 2022, Prime Minister Philip Davis attended the Summit of the Americas, where regional migration was one of the items on the agenda. During the Summit, countries were asked to sign a declaration on migration, which included language suggesting that countries support and host undocumented migrants. The Bahamas did not sign this declaration, […]
Statement from the Office of the Prime Minister on the Trump Administration Transition Team Proposal
The Office of the Prime Minister wishes to address recent reports regarding a proposal from the Trump transition team in the United States for The Bahamas to accept deportation flights of migrants from other countries. This matter was presented to the Government of The Bahamas but was reviewed and firmly rejected by the Prime Minister. […]
Prime Minister Davis National Statement on the Recommendation of ACP Shanta Emily Knowles as Commissioner of Police
My fellow Bahamians, This morning, I made a Communication to Parliament updating the House and the Bahamian people on the steps we’ve taken since we first learned of an indictment in the United States which includes several members of our law enforcement agencies. During the Communication, I announced that I met with the Commissioner of […]