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Walter Roban: “An Intolerable Act Of Violence”
“Once again the peace of Bermuda’s holiday period has been shattered by an intolerable act of violence. The PLP is angered and saddened by what is the latest in what appears to be an escalation of violent criminal activity. Our prayers go out for the victim, their friends, family and loved ones,” Shadow Minister of Home Affairs... Read more of this article
PLP On Junior Leaders Programme Funding
The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] is calling on the OBA government to “start putting the welfare, health, and future of our youth first and foremost” with Shadow National Security Minister, Walter Roban saying, “We call on the OBA to reassess its priority of neglect and deprivation of our youth, seniors, and families over the past... Read more of this article
Walter Roban: “Bill Does Not End Conscription”
The OBA’s bill “does not end conscription, in any way, shape or form” and the “government have totally disregarded the trust placed in them on this issue by the electorate and the anti-conscription campaigners,” Shadow Minister Walter Roban said. Mr Roban said, “Friday’s debate on conscription exposed the... Read more of this article
Video: MP Walter Roban On Govt Board Equality
MP Walter Roban said the PLP “support any effort to widen the participation of Bermudian citizens in the government process”, while noting that the “process started under” the PLP, as members of the public could go to the Cabinet Office and fill out aform. Opening Up Of Process To Serve On Boards Last week the Cabinet Office said... Read more of this article
Column: Working Together To Reduce Crime
[Opinion column written by Shadow Minister of National Security Walter Roban] On November 2nd 2015, Bermuda learned that another armed criminal action had taken place at Southside Pizza House on October 30. Thankfully no innocent person was injured. I cannot imagine the surprise and shock that must have been felt by those present. My heart and that... Read more of this article
Premier & Roban: Crime, Politics, Responsibility
“In the face of a recent upsurge in crime under the OBA, Premier Dunkley has gone into hiding,” MP Walter Roban said, which the Premier’s spokesperson dismissed as a “classic example of the Opposition misinforming, misrepresenting and misleading the public.” Walter Roban’s Comments Shadow Public Safety Minister Walter... Read more of this article
Storm: PLP Extend Best Wishes To Dominica
“The PLP extends well wishes and prayers to Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerritt and the Government of Dominica and all the affected families and communities,” Shadow Minister of National Security Walter Roban said after the Caribbean island was slammed by Tropical Storm Erika. The BBC report that, “A tropical storm heading across the... Read more of this article
MP Roban & Premier On Silence, Politics & More
“When it comes to Premier Michael Dunkley, the pattern is clear. On the real issues that matter to Bermudians, he has a tendency to disappear, MP Walter Roban said, while the Premier said the statement from Mr. Roban is “political exhaust from a party leadership that really doesn’t want this government to succeed. ” Shadow National... Read more of this article
MP Walter Roban To Host Constituency Clinic
Pembroke East MP Walter Roban will be hosting his monthly Constituency Clinic on Saturday August 15th from 10am – 12 noon at the Grace Methodist Church, North Shore, Pembroke MP Roban remarked,”As the PLP representative for Pembroke East I strive to continue providing strong, accessible representation for our community” If persons... Read more of this article
Roban Calls For CCTV To Expand To Schools
“The PLP calls once again for the government to consider the expansion of the islandwide CCTV camera system to the grounds of public facilities such as our schools,” Shadow Minister of National Security Walter Roban said. Mr Roban said, “In May of this year the Minister of National Security announced the near completion of the installation... Read more of this article
Video: Shadow Minister On Police Budget Cuts
Following the news that the Bermuda Police Service will be reduced by 10 police officers, Shadow Public Safety Minister Walter Roban said the PLP “appreciates and supports the work” of the police, and said it “is essential that this process is managed carefully to not only maintain operational effectiveness, but also maintain public... Read more of this article
Walter Roban: ‘Gun Violence Affects Each Of Us’
“Two alleged firearm incidents in less than 2 days is a matter of deep concern,” Shadow Public Safety Minister Walter Roban said, adding that the “issue of gun violence is not a political one, nor solely a police issue. Gun violence affects each of us.” Mr Roban’s statement comes after the armed robbery at a St George’s... Read more of this article
