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The Public Service Union (PSU) has called for a more transparent and institutionalised system of social assistance in Belize, arguing that emergency financial support should be administered through established public programmes rather than ministerial discretion. In a statement published on its official Facebook page on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, the union questioned the practice of providing financial assistance for medical expenses, funerals and other emergencies through

The Belize Family Life Association (BFLA) is calling for stronger oversight of religious institutions and formal reporting mechanisms for sexual abuse allegations, following several cases involving pastors accused or convicted of sexual offences. In an interview with The Reporter, BFLA Executive Director Joan Burke recommended that the government ministry responsible for religious affairs assume a more active role in establishing accessible and confidential procedures for rep

The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) and Opposition Leader Hon. Tracy Panton have called for a more structured approach to social protection, emphasizing financial sustainability, transparency and dedicated funding for vulnerable Belizeans. Their positions follow a statement issued by the Public Service Union (PSU) on Wednesday, October 21, calling for emergency social assistance to be administered through established government programmes rather than discretion

Steven Barrow, who sparked widespread outrage after allegedly being filmed abusing a dog by pouring gasoline into its eyes, is reportedly at the center of another disturbing incident. According to reports, Barrow allegedly attempted to set fire to his home on Wednesday while his partner and children, including a baby, were inside. The earlier animal cruelty incident drew international condemnation after videos of the alleged abuse circulated on social media. The dog was later

Animal welfare organizations across Belize have united in a renewed campaign demanding an end to the growing abuse and neglect of animals nationwide. Citing a series of disturbing incidents involving horses, dogs, and other animals, advocates are calling on authorities to investigate cases of cruelty, enforce existing laws, and introduce stronger penalties for offenders. The campaign aims to raise public awareness and push for urgent action to stop animal abuse and ensure gre