Judiciary & Development: Bahamas’ Justice Denys Barrow told the Caribbean Development Bank that strong courts and institutions are key to trust, stability, and resilient growth across the region. Parliament & Accountability: Long Island MP Dr Andre Rollins pressed the PLP to disclose whether convicted US drug defendant Eric Gardiner donated to party campaigns, linking the question to major contracts awarded to a company tied to him. Energy & Public Services: Energy Minister JoBeth Coleby Davis warned of summer power interruptions, saying outages are “growing pains” tied to New Providence upgrades under a Summer Readiness Programme. Health System Pressure (NHI): NHI providers warned the scheme could head toward a “dystopian future” if payment delays and disputes continue, despite a budget increase for the National Health Insurance Authority. Local Governance Budgets: Works Minister Clay Sweeting said every one of the country’s 33 local government districts will get higher allocations in 2026-27, alongside moves to regularize more than 100 staff. Grand Bahama Healthcare & Power: Central Grand Bahama MP Frazette Gibson raised concerns over Rand Memorial Hospital conditions and ongoing questions around Grand Bahama Power’s acquisition. Cruise Economy & Security: A Paradise Island brawl involving Royal Caribbean guests reignited calls for tougher bans, while the cruise sector continues to expand with new routes and port developments. Environment Enforcement: The Bahamas Environment Ministry disclosed environmental penalties totaling about $840,000 against Norwegian Cruise Line’s Great Stirrup Cay for Covid-era violations.