Minister Mahler Confirms Overhaul of Youth and Sports Departments – Love FM Belize News & Music Power

Minister of Youth and Sports, Anthony Mahler, has spoken on the issue of restructuring the Department of Youth Services and the National Sports Council.  It was back in March that reports had surfaced that hundreds of workers in DYS would be laid off and that there would be an amalgamation of the two units.  Known for his candor, Minister Mahler told Love News that he values hard work and would make no apology for workers who are not delivering.  Mahler says one of the ways he is hoping to improve the ministry’s efficiency and accountability is by restructuring both organizations. He explained that the ministry’s budget is primarily used for salaries, which undermines the services the public can receive. Over the weekend, he underscored that his approach to governance prioritizes results and transparency, not mediocrity. 

Since taking gaining responsibility over the ministries in March, Mahler and his Minister of State, Devin Daily, have committed to improving the services offered by both entities. In recent years, many in the public domain have clamored for greater services for youth and young athletes from the government.