Opposition warns VAT ‘exempt’ status could push food prices higher

2026-03-13 - 08:15

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The Opposition Free National Movement says the Davis administration’s decision to classify the removal of VAT on uncooked foods as “exempt” rather than “zero rated” will not bring the cost relief the government has promised and could instead drive food prices higher for Bahamian families. In a statement Thursday, the party warned that