Local Licensing Boards Receive Key Training

The Department of Local Government, with support from the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Council (A-TIPs), conducted a series of regional training sessions in January for Trade and Liquor Licensing Boards across Belize’s municipalities.

The sessions targeted newly appointed members of licensing boards across nine municipalities and ten liquor boards. The sessions, aimed at strengthening the boards’ effectiveness, brought together representatives from municipal bodies, the District Association of Village Councils, and private sector partners. Participants received insights from various public sector stakeholders, including the magistracy, police, and health departments.

These entities provided crucial information on the roles and support available to boards in processing trade and liquor license applications. The Department of Local Government called on all license holders to consistently meet regulatory standards to ensure a safer, more productive society.