Michael Halkitis
Saint Barnabas · New Providence
Biography
Michael Halkitis
I am running to improve infrastructure and expand opportunities for our young people through education and training. Progress means ensuring all Bahamians have access to high-quality education, from universal preschool to technical and vocational training, as well as opportunities for higher learning.
Improved Housing and the provision of homes and government rental Units
Expanding access to quality housing and government rental units to improve living conditions for residents.
The construction of a new state-of-the-art government pre-school
Advancing early childhood education through the development of modern preschool facilities in the constituency.
Expansion of Educational and skills training opportunities
Creating more opportunities for residents to access education, technical training, and skills development.
Key Initiatives Delivered and Ongoing in the Constituency
Delivering measurable progress through action, accountability, and continued commitment to our community.
Community support and constituent advocacy
Providing ongoing support to residents and advocating on their behalf to address key needs within Saint Barnabas.
Education and training opportunities support
Encouraging access to educational and skills training programs that help residents reach their full potential.
Infrastructure and housing improvements advocacy
Working to advance housing solutions and infrastructure upgrades that enhance quality of life in the constituency.
SOAR-ing Together
A Four-Pillar Strategy for Security, Opportunity, Affordability, and Reform
Strengthening Security
Key Public Safety & Community Updates Read more • 379 new correctional officers • 26% decrease in homicides • Record repatriations • Over 300 immigration officers hired • Unregulated community demolitions • Clear Hold Build initiative • New Community Center in Nassau Village (Freetown and Centreville on the way) • Sent out the first Marco’s Alert
Making Life More Affordable
Social & Cost of Living Initiatives Read more • Import duty eliminated on dozens of food categories • NHI expansion • Prescription drug plan expansion • Catastrophic care fund • Affordable new homes
Expanding Opportunities
National Development Initiatives Read more • National Apprentice Programme • BTVI expansion to Family Islands • $600 million Grand Bahama Shipyard expansion • Tens of millions for small Bahamian-owned businesses • Public Service Professional Engagement Programme • Family Island development (new airports, roads, clinics, waterworks) – including hundreds of millions of dollars toward the construction and upgrade of airports and runways throughout the country • Nationwide energy reforms
Working to Reform Government
Governance & Economic Reform Initiatives Read more • Health insurance for all public servants • One Tax Bahamas platform • Land registration reform • EU blacklist removal
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Progressive Liberal Party (PLP)