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Continued from page 1 Director of Immigration in 2012 before the general election. He then stated, “Are you aware that there was an unusual amount of persons who got nationality shortly before that general election?” To which Meighan replied YES. Courtenay then asked, “Are you aware that Ministers were heavily involved in speeding up the processing of nationality for many individuals in the run up to that election?” Meighan replied that, “I am aware that the Ministers were trying to get people processed for nationality during that period.” Meighan continued under questioning to admit that those files were processed on an expedited basis, revealing that “the department did process a lot of applications that would have taken a little bit longer during that period.” And then Meighan dropped the bombshell, after Courtenay asked, “And you’re aware that the purpose for that was in order for these persons to be registered to vote.” To which she replied, “I believe that was the reason why.” But it got worse, as Meighan revealed that the Department wasn’t only expediting applications for nationality, but was processing documents for persons who did not fit the requirements…in other words fraudulent documents. Courtenay questioned, “Are you aware that quite a number of those persons who got nationality... their files were incomplete? Meighan replied, “That’s what I noted from the report YES.” Courtenay continued, “Those persons whose files were not complete did not qualify at that time to get Belizean nationality?” Meighan replied, “Those persons did not qualify!” Courtenay continued, “You now know, Ms. Meighan, that many of them were fraudulently prepared.” A visibly shaken Meighan replied, “YES!” Courtenay pushed for clarification – “They did not qualify for nationality and obviously did not qualify to be registered to vote?” And Meighan again clarified, “YES.” The testimony from Meighan certainly comes as no surprise to anyone who has been following the Immigration debacle. It has been clear that UDP Ministers for a long time have been interfering in the Immigration processes, facilitating documents for persons who did not qualify to receive their Visas, nationality documents or passports. The revelations also make clear that the UDP acted deliberately to subvert and manipulate the election process in the 2012 elections for their own gain, a clear act of institutionalized electoral fraud. Late this evening Senator Courtenay told the Belize Times that, “former Director Ruth Meighan, in sworn testimony, confirmed that many persons were illegally granted nationality and voted in the 2012 election. This in my opinion is the clearest evidence of widespread UDP electoral fraud. They stole that election plain and simple.”
JOHNNY!
One year ago our Party set out a bold agenda to renew the confidence of all Belizeans in the People’s United Party, convinced that we are ready to lead and ready to win! Together with our hard working national executive and through the support of our Party Organs as well as constituency executives across the country, we spent 2016 building a stronger and more united PUP. We strengthened our Party at the grass roots level and remained true to our creed to serve the people. We also fulfilled our responsibility as a strong opposition and kept the government accountable for their actions, while building closer ties with civil soci-
ety and the general public. We took our message across the country speaking with people in their neighbourhoods and communities, at public consultations, on radio, television and through social media where we invited everyone to join our movement so that together we can Build Belize. We also highlighted the many wrong doings of the government, from their mismanagement of the Belizean economy, to the many scandals showing the gross abuse of power and corruption that is taking place under this UDP Administration. Time and again we made the point that the UDP lacks the competence to
NO ANSWER TO CRIME – PM DEAF, DUMB & BLIND!
Wednesday, 25 January 2017 As we go to press, nine murders have been reported, eight of them in Belize City and eight of them as a result of bullet wounds. The families of Robert Gillett, Colin Sutherland, Kenneth Dobson, Randolph Johnson, Bert Abraham, Alexander Palacio, Salvador Marquez, Jaheem Mahler and Clinton Frazer are grieving their loved ones. The government’s answer, unfortunately, is no answer. This is the way it was nine years ago when the UDP took office. This is the way it is today nine years after. The nine years under Dean Barrow has been the most murderous in Belize’s history, with over 1000 murders. This past weekend as shots again rang out across Belize City, the Prime Minister a.k.a. Crime Minister once again had nothing to say. The only action by the Police Commissioner so far, certainly at the request of his political bosses, has been to gag the media and refuse to provide interviews on those murders. According to the clueless, lame duck Allen Whylie, the media is too sensational when reporting murders. Maybe he believes that if the media stops reporting murders then there will be none. The solution is brains and an involvement of the citizens, not alienating them with high handed and disrespectful police work. How many new investigators have been added to the Crime Investigation Branch? How many monitoring cameras have been installed across the trouble spots in the city and rest of the country? Were it not for the vehicles donated by the USA, there would not even be basic, elementary police patrols as there were none for the past eight years. Truth be told, the government is a total failure when it comes to solving the crime problem that has resulted in so much murder and loss of innocent lives. There has not even been a gun amnesty program. This is a basic program that is in place in many countries where monies are offered to persons who bring guns into a safe area (not police stations). Murders in Belize have become the new norm but murders are unacceptable. Murders can be controlled. Murders can be effectively controlled and minimized. The never ending carnage can be stopped in its tracks. Crime and murders are the symptoms of social and economic problems. Tackle the root causes of crime and we will be on the way to solving the murder problem. Neglect is what is causing crime and there will be what has been the norm for the past nine years.
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properly govern our nation. We also addressed the serious problems facing the country, making the case that under the UDP there is increasing poverty, growing unemployment, more crime, a broken down economy and an overall lack of confidence. We stood in solidarity with our brave teachers in their Stand up for Belize campaign, and participated in other protest marches. We met with members of civil society and reached out to other groups and organizations seeking support for the teachers’ cause. We also held our massive Belize City rally to speak out against corruption. We kept up the pressure on the UDP resulting in a minister having to resign due to corruption scandals in the Ministry of Natural Resources and another being removed from his powerful Cabinet position as the Minister of National Security. In addition to pointing out the incompetence of this UDP administration, we offered ideas and shared alternatives to fix some of these important problems, clearly showing Belizeans that the PUP is the best option for Belize and that we are ready to work for the betterment of our nation. Over the course of this year, I have seen the desire in all of us to re-energize our Party and to build Belize. I am renewed by our excitement in the future of the PUP. Everywhere I go our friends and supporters are enthusiastic about our efforts to strengthen our Party and are eager to share their ideas on how to improve the lives of all our people. We thank you for all the hard work and support for we know that our success depends on your involvement. This year will be one of increased action in our party and increased pressure on the UDP. Belizeans expect and deserve no less from the PUP for we are the only Party that can truly build a Belize that works for everyone.
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