Move with Mike. Choose Progress.
Michael Halkitis
Candidate for Saint Barnabas
I am Michael Halkitis, Progressive Liberal Party candidate for St. Barnabas. As a product of this constituency, I am committed to giving back to the community and the wider Bahamas.
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.
Top 3 Focus Areas for My Constituency
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.
Providing ongoing support to residents and advocating on their behalf to address key needs within Saint Barnabas.
Encouraging access to educational and skills training programs that help residents reach their full potential.
SOAR-ing Together
A Four-Pillar Strategy for Security, Opportunity, Affordability, and Reform
Strengthening Security
• New bail and anti-gang laws
• Over 1,000 CCTV cameras
• Over 260 new defence force marines
Key Public Safety & Community Updates Read more
Making Life More Affordable
• The National School Breakfast Programme
• Minimum wage increased 24%
• VAT reduced from 12% to 10%
• VAT reduced to 0% on unprepared food
Social & Cost of Living Initiatives Read more
Expanding Opportunities
• Upskill
• Digilearn
• National Youth Guard
• PHA Academy
• New agriculture grants
• Access to $122 million for entrepreneurs
National Development Initiatives Read more
Working to Reform Government
• Labour law modernization
• First public in service-wide promotion in 8 years
• 2,000+ young people hired in public service
• Promotions and confirmations backlog cleared
• 60 industrials agreements signed increasing pay and expanding benefits
Governance & Economic Reform Initiatives Read more