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Prime Minister Philip Davis’s Remarks at a Government Press Conference on Grand Bahama

Good Afternoon,  From the very start of this term, I made my position clear. I was not prepared to accept the status quo. Not in energy, not in governance, and not in an economy that placed unnecessary burdens on Bahamian families and businesses.  Today, I want to begin by announcing the signing of a Memorandum […]

Government Highlights Expanded Career Pathways Through First-Ever National Apprenticeship Programme

NASSAU, The Bahamas – The Government of The Bahamas today highlighted expanded career and training opportunities for Bahamians at the Opportunity Hub: National Apprenticeship Programme (NAP) Edition, held at the Nassau Village Community Centre. As part of a nationwide engagement initiative, the event connects Bahamians directly to government programmes that create pathways into education, employment, and […]

Prime Minister Philip Davis’s Remarks at the Opportunity Hub: National Apprenticeship Programme Event

Good morning, everyone. It’s wonderful to see you – thank you for joining us today. If I do my job right this morning, you will leave here as excited as I am about the path forward, for our country, and for all of you. It’s not that I don’t see the challenges and potential disruptions […]

Statement from the Office of the Prime Minister on a Request for Correction on The Nassau Guardian VAT Savings Headline

The Office of the Prime Minister has formally requested a correction from The Nassau Guardian in relation to its front-page story and headline on the projected household savings from the VAT change taking effect April 1. We advised the newspaper that any attempt to state an “average monthly savings” figure at this time is not […]

The Office of the Prime Minister Responds to The Nassau Guardian Incorrect Statement About VAT Cut on Food and Savings to Bahamians

Beginning the first of April, this year, VAT will go down to zero for unprepared food sold at the food store. How much your family will save depends on what you buy and how it was taxed previously. All Bahamians who buy food at the market will see relief. The Nassau Guardian this morning committed […]