UDP Criticizes Government’s Criminal Code Amendment, Cites Infringement on Freedom of Speech

The United Democratic Party (UDP) has joined in on the concerns over the criminal code amendment. In a release issued today, the party opines that the government is being led by its insecurity and immaturity to infringe on the rights to freedom of speech. The opposition notes that, ‘with citizen security at an all-time low, […]

Proposed Amendment to Criminal Code Sparks Debate on Press Freedom

lovefm.com - 03/Jul 02:52

In mid-June, Cabinet announced a proposed amendment to the Criminal Code, which would make it an offense to publish or disseminate information,...

Opposition Leader Shyne Barrow Condemns Criminal Code Amendment

lovefm.com - 26/Jun 03:46

Leader of the Opposition, Moses Shyne Barrow, has reiterated his position on the Briceno Administration’s decision to amend the criminal code. ...

OPPOSITION MPs ABSTAIN

gbn.gd - 27/Jun 20:06

Meanwhile, two opposition mps abstained from voting on the criminal procedure code amendment bill, which restricts magistrates’ power to...

Freedom of speech objection to fake news criminalisation push

cyprus-mail.com - 04/Jul 01:25

The amendment criminalising fake news, threats, insults and the online distribution of obscene photos and pictures is being sent to the House plenary...

Democratic Senator Criticizes Biden Campaign Over Its Debate Pushback

the new york times - 02/Jul 16:27

Senator Peter Welch of Vermont said that the campaign should acknowledge concerns about President Biden’s poor debate performance, not dismiss them.

ComPol says amendment to criminal code will affect police more than news industry

lovefm.com - 26/Jun 03:47

Two weeks ago on June 11, Cabinet gave the approval to have the Criminal Code Legislation amended to make it an offence to publish any material that...

Thorne: DLP remains committed to Barbados

barbadostoday.bb - 20:07

The Leader of the Opposition Democratic Labour Party (DLP), Ralph Thorne, has addressed concerns about internal frictions within the party, affirming...

Christian Democratic Voice MP says ECN ‘declared war’ on party

namibian.com.na - 24/Jun 19:33

Christian Democratic Voice parliamentarian Gotthard Kandume says the Electoral Commission of Namibia’s decision to deregister his party is a...

NEFF, CDV and DPN remain deregistered

observer24.com.na - 28/Jun 07:25

The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN), says the deregistration of the three political parties remains unchanged.The Namibia Economic Freedom...

Insecurity: PDP advices Gov Alia to change strategy in Benue

mcebiscoo.com - 04/Jul 16:44

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State has called on Governor Hyacinth Alia to revise his approach to addressing security issues in the...

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