Prime Minister Davis’s Remarks at the 14th Commonwealth Youth Forum: High-Level Intergenerational Dialogue – “Investing in Youth Agency: Co-Creating Pathways towards Shared Prosperity”

Thank you, Moderator. Excellencies, colleague Heads of Government, young leaders of the Commonwealth. I have three things to speak to you about this afternoon.  A promise broken.  A man from St Lucia.  And what we owe you. The promise first. For decades, my generation told yours: stay in school, qualify yourself, and jobs will be […]

Public Consultation Opens on New Framework for Grand Bahama’s Future

Government invites Grand Bahamians to review Green Paper and share their views on 25 key questions NASSAU, The Bahamas — The Government of The Bahamas has officially opened public consultation on Grand Bahama: A Framework for Stability and Growth, inviting residents, businesses, community organizations and other stakeholders to help shape a new approach to governance […]

Statement from the Prime Minister in Response to the Statement by the Government of the United Kingdom on Slavery and the Prospect of an Apology

The Government of The Bahamas welcomes the statement by the Government of the United Kingdom expressing its openness to dialogue on the question of an apology for slavery. We acknowledge the efforts of Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband in advancing the prospect of a respectful and constructive dialogue on this important […]

Prime Minister Davis Announces Plans for One Accountable Governance Framework for All of Grand Bahama

Government launches six-month public consultation on proposed reforms to Freeport’s governance, with commitments to protect lawful rights, strengthen accountability and expand opportunities across the island. FREEPORT, Grand Bahama – Prime Minister Philip Davis has announced plans to establish a single, accountable governance framework for the whole of Grand Bahama, marking a proposed change in how […]