1) In the exercise of the powers conferred upon it by section 8(3)(c) and 123(a) of the Natural Gas Act, 2024, the Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (“URCA”) hereby issues these Regulations relating to the transfer of natural gas in Bahamian Waters. 2) The objectives of these Regulations are to
In accordance with its statutory responsibility, URCA has published its 2024 Annual Report and 2025 Annual Plan. A copy of the document can be found here: https://urcabahamas.bs/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/URCA-032025-URCA-2024-ANNUAL-REPORT-and-2025-ANUAL-PLAN.pdf.
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The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority URCA, Public Register of Individual and Registered Class Licensees 19 March 2025
The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority URCA, Public Register of Licensees
Comparative Insights and Strategies: The Regulation of AI in the Bahamian Energy Sector – A Critical Analysis of EU and US Approaches An analysis of the EU and US approaches to Artificial Intelligence regulation and their application to regulation in the Bahamian Energy Sector. Presented by Avrom Thompson LLB (Hons),
The deployment of 5G technology in the Caribbean presents both significant opportunities and regulatory challenges. To ensure successful implementation, Caribbean regulators must ensure that their respective regulatory frameworks are robust and enabling, providing for efficient spectrum allocation and management, streamlined infrastructure approval processes, fit-for- purpose license conditions and strong cybersecurity
URCA has published the revised Code of Practice for Content Regulation (ECS 78/2024). This updated Code reflects URCA’s commitment to fostering responsible content management across broadcasting and media services while adapting to emerging technologies and evolving societal expectations. The revisions include enhanced guidelines for protecting young audiences, addressing synthetic and
The latest Electronic Communications Sector (ECS) Policy outlines the strategic aims and objectives that will guide the development of the electronic communications sector in The Bahamas. The ECS Policy, published in the Official Gazette on October 21, 2024, reflects the government’s commitment to fostering a modern, inclusive, and robust information
URCA 07/2024 ADDENDUM TO THE 2024 ANNUAL PLAN.
