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Performance Scorecard
Based on governing track record, policy substance, and campaign commitments across 14 key areas.
Methodology
Scores are derived from publicly available legislative records, government budget documents, independent news reporting from Bahamian media (Tribune, Nassau Guardian, ZNS, Our News), party platform documents, and the PLP Blueprint Tracker (blueprint-tracker.gov.bs).
The PLP and FNM are scored primarily on their governing record. The COI is scored on platform detail and policy substance since they have not yet held office.
Grading scale: A (80+), A- (70-79), B+ (65-69), B (60-64), B- (55-59), C+ (50-54), C (45-49), C- (40-44), D (35-39).
PLP
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Grade: B
In government 2021–2026
FNM
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Grade: C+
In government 2017–2021
COI
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No governing record to score
Never held office
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Compare All 3 Platforms
PLP vs FNM vs COI across 13 policy areas — economy, crime, healthcare, education, and more. Sourced from official manifestos.
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Economy & Cost of Living
50% of poll voters ranked this their top issue. VAT, minimum wage, food costs, debt — where each party stands.
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Promises vs. record on the issues that matter most.
PLP
- Maintain trajectory toward 50% debt-to-GDP target, building on first credit upgrade in almost 20 years
- Strengthen revenue administration without raising VAT; maintain primary surplus
- Consolidate all Encouragement Acts into one modern, sector-neutral investment incentives framework
- Establish Foreign Direct Investment Compliance Unit to audit concession agreements
- Expanded SBDC access, enhanced credit support, and a Bahamian Entrepreneur Investment Fund
- Require SOEs to submit binding business plans by 2027 with subsidy reduction milestones by 2029
- Launch National Workforce Demand Index mapping high-paying jobs across priority sectors
- Enact modern competition law banning price-fixing and penalising abuse of market dominance
FNM
- Cut VAT on all everyday essentials, medical costs and educational supplies to 0%
- Establish Sovereign Wealth Fund, repealing the ineffective National Investment Fund Act
- Introduce a fiscal rule requiring a balanced budget; move debt-to-GDP toward 50%
- Invest $100M in entrepreneurs; $10M annually in grants to small and micro businesses
- Reform Business Licence Tax from gross turnover to a net-earnings basis
- Establish new generation of industry-specific Free Trade Zones on select islands
- Put National Development Plan (Vision 2040) on a statutory footing via new Bill
- Create Department of Innovation consolidating government entrepreneurial entities
COI
- Advocates for Bahamian-first economic policy
- Calls for greater local business ownership
- Proposes reducing foreign corporate dominance
- Focused on grassroots economic empowerment
- Limited detailed economic policy published so far
Party Track Records
Key milestones from each party based on public records.
Landslide Election Victory
FNM won 35 of 39 seats, the largest majority in Bahamian electoral history.
Freedom of Information Act
Passed FOIA legislation — though full implementation was never completed during the term.
Free University Tuition
Made tuition free at University of The Bahamas and BTVI for qualifying students — a landmark education policy.
Nassau Cruise Port Deal
Signed $300M Nassau Cruise Port development — a major infrastructure investment for tourism.
Hurricane Dorian Response
Managed national response to Category 5 Hurricane Dorian, which devastated Abaco and Grand Bahama.
Pandemic Relief Package
Created historic aid package with unemployment benefits, tax breaks, and the largest food distribution program in Bahamian history.
Coalition Founded
Coalition of Independents formed as an alternative to the two-party system, led by Lincoln Bain.
Economy Reopened
PLP government reopened the economy after COVID-19 lockdowns, restoring livelihoods across the tourism-dependent nation.
First Election Campaign
COI fielded candidates in the 2021 general election, establishing themselves as a third-party voice.
Foreign Investment Restored
Record foreign direct investment secured, rebuilding investor confidence after pandemic-era uncertainty.
Blueprint Tracker Launched
PLP launched public accountability tool tracking 387 campaign commitments — a first in Bahamian politics.
Public Servant Health Insurance
Extended health insurance to all public servants including contract workers previously without coverage.
Mental Health Initiatives
Launched 24-hour suicide prevention hotline and began establishing community mental health centres.
Digital Government Push
Began integration of public agencies into MyGateway digital platform.
Blueprint for Progress
Launched second-term platform featuring AI Academy, agricultural modernization, and Employment Bill.
Expanded 2026 Campaign
COI fielding an expanded slate of candidates focused on immigration, anti-corruption, and Bahamian-first economic policy.
Strengths & Challenges
What each party has going for it — and where voters may have concerns.
Strengths
- +Reopened economy and restored investor confidence post-COVID
- +Blueprint Tracker — first public accountability tool in Bahamian politics
- +Extended health insurance to all public servants
- +Comprehensive Employment Bill with worker protections
- +AI Academy and digital governance vision
- +Agricultural modernization and food security targets
Challenges
- −Hospital construction projects still incomplete
- −Cost of living remains high despite economic growth
- −Crime rates remain a concern
- −Some Blueprint commitments still pending
- −FOIA and whistleblower improvements still in progress
Strengths
- +Made UB and BTVI tuition free — landmark education policy
- +Signed $300M Nassau Cruise Port development deal
- +Created historic pandemic aid package and food distribution
- +Launched free preschool initiative
- +Passed Freedom of Information Act in 2017
Challenges
- −Raised VAT from 7.5% to 12% after campaigning against it
- −FOIA never fully implemented during term
- −'Stop, Review, Cancel' led to project losses and lawsuits
- −Minimum wage never increased in 4 years
- −Lost 28 seats in 2021 — second-worst performance in party history
Strengths
- +Offers a genuine third-party alternative
- +Strong stance on immigration enforcement and reform
- +Anti-corruption and government accountability focus
- +Bahamian-first economic philosophy resonates with many
- +Growing grassroots support base
Challenges
- −No governing experience to evaluate
- −Limited detailed policy documentation
- −Smaller candidate slate and campaign infrastructure
- −Young party still building organizational capacity
- −Policy specifics often lack implementation detail
2021 Election Results
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PLP
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FNM
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