POLITICS
OBA top brass surprised by chairman’s announcement
Members of the OBA executive were surprised by the announcement by chairman Thad Hollis that an internal investigation into a $300,000 donation had been launched.
Landow: We sent the $300k
American businessman Nathan Landow has acknowledged he was part of a group of businessmen who donated an estimated $300,000 to aid the OBA's 2012 election.
Sun confirms gambling mogul sent $300k to Bermuda
Casino developer Nathan Landow and his associates made a $300,000 campaign contribution to the OBA's election effort in 2012 - full story in the Bermuda Sun on Friday.
Trew resigns from Think Media's Public Editor role
Ayo Johnson, founder of Bermuda based media company Think Media has announced that Bryant Trew, Think Media's first Public Editor, has resigned from the position.
Hollis: No OBA contribution received from Landow & Co. (Update 2)
Premier Craig Cannonier on Thursday said he welcomes and supports the OBA's internal investigation into whether party received funds from Nathan Landow.
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Political fund-raising: Do we have a right to know?
Right now, there is no law that requires Bermuda's political parties to divulge their campaign donations.
Premier urged: 'Just tell the truth'
"Just tell the truth", said Opposition Leader Marc Bean when asked what he wants from the Premier and his Ministers involved in the "JetGate Affair".
Cannonier rejects ‘sideshow’ report
Premier Craig Cannonier rejected allegations of corruption in his dealings with Nathan Landow, a wealthy real estate mogul and Democratic party fundraiser from Maryland.
Cannabis, conscription and gaming to be debated
Friday's Parliamentary session will address cannabis reform, conscription, gaming and the Public Bodies Reform Act, Premier Craig Cannonier said on Thursday.
Cannonier 'refutes' allegation he asked for money from Landow
Premier Craig Cannonier on Thursday said that he "flatly refuted" the allegation that he requested any monies from US developer Nathan Landow.
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Exclusive: Think Media report questions Premier
Ayo Johnson of Think Media is expected to publish his in-depth look at Premier Craig Cannonier's first year in office on Wednesday.
New shadow cabinet unveiled
PLP leader Marc Bean announced his new shadow cabinet at Alaska Hall on Wednesday, with a major reshuffle as well as new appointments.
Ministerial travel expenses to be made public
Details of ministerial travel costs will be made accessible to the public, Government vows. Friday's Sun compares the transparency of our leaders' expenses to that of Cayman.
Heatley will not get a severance package
Soon-to-be former education commissioner Dr Edmond Heatley will leave Bermuda without any financial settlement or severance package, according to the government.
Is politics really so black and white?
Government satisfaction levels have varied sharply according to race during the past five administrations, according to a new poll.
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