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The Economic Development Council organizes meetings with private sector members to discuss potential reforms.

The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry and other associations affected by the proposed changes are always consulted. The Economic Development Council also organizes meetings with private sector members to discuss potential reforms.

The following sectors may participate as stakeholders in the Economic Development Council: (i) banking and finance; (ii) tourism; (iii) distribution services; (iv) agriculture; (v) exports; (vi) such other sectors of the economy as the Minister may specify by order published in the Gazette.

If specific individuals have questions, the relevant official would be present at the consultation and provide a direct answer. If research needs to be completed, an email would be sent to the stakeholder.  

Typically, comments are collated and the proposed changes which include their feedback are sent via email to the stakeholders prior to the next consultation.

The Attorney General's Ministry has printed volumes of the most recent consolidation which will be distributed.

Interest groups and other interested parties can make presentations to House Committees established specifically for the purpose of particular bills or legislative amendments. At the moment, there were many concerns by private sector on the Occupational and Safety Health Bill and this bill is currently being redrafted based on interventions being considered.