Michela Barnett Ellis
Michela Barnett Ellis is a prominent Bahamian senator known for her advocacy on women's rights and her outspoken criticism of government policies. Recently, she called out the Davis administration for its reluctance to criminalize marital rape, arguing that such inaction condones violence against women. During a Senate debate, she highlighted the contradictions in the government's stance on women's rights and urged for tougher penalties for sexual offenses, emphasizing the need for more women in politics to ensure protections for vulnerable populations.
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Michela Barnett-Ellis described Maxine Seymour as a fighter and noted her loyalty to the party.
Tearful farewell for Seymour as Nicole Martin takes FNM senator’s place
Bahamas· 2026-02-06
Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis is demanding answers from the Davis administration following claims by Bahamas Grid Company that it was denied access to the New Providence Control Center during the weekend’s island-wide power outage.
FNM demands answers after BGC 'denied access' during blackoutBahamas· 2026-02-03Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis criticised Mr Mitchell for his recent overseas travel.
Mitchell to PLPs: No need to talk to reportersBahamas· 2026-01-29
Michela Barnett-Ellis has been ratified by the Free National Movement for the seat.
Killarney branch eyes Robyn Lynes for PLP candidate slotBahamas· 2026-01-28
Michela Barnett-Ellis is a senator who mentioned a vehicle change that contributed to the tensions during the election process.
Returning officer defends impartiality | The TribuneBahamas· 2025-11-19
Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis has defended the work of the Parliamentary Human Rights Committee after questions were raised about whether the body is addressing critical issues.
Human Rights Committee defends work amid criticism over inactivityBahamas· 2025-10-02
Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis is referenced in the context of misogynistic remarks made by Leslie Miller.
ALICIA WALLACE: Misogyny in politics holds women backBahamas· 2025-09-10
Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis has condemned comments by former MP Leslie Miller, calling his remarks misogynistic and disrespectful to Bahamian women.
Barnett-Ellis blasts Miller’s ‘misogynistic’ remarksBahamas· 2025-09-06The FNM has ratified Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis for Killarney.
Miller: PLP should not go against Minnis in KillarneyBahamas· 2025-09-05Senator Barnett-Ellis said she hoped to gain support from former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis.
Minnis: ‘I will be running in election’ - and pledges to vote for himselfBahamas· 2025-09-03Michela Barnett-Ellis was confirmed as the candidate for Killarney.
‘Blue’ Johnson snubbed at FNM candidate revealBahamas· 2025-08-29
Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis has again slammed the government for its two-year delay in implementing the Protection Against Violence Commission.
Senator blasts govt for violence commission delayBahamas· 2025-08-17
Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis is expected to be selected as the FNM candidate for Killarney.
Barnett-ellis tipped for killarney | The TribuneBahamas· 2025-08-17
Opposition Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis criticised the government’s assurances regarding rising electricity costs.
PM insists electricity costs are less when compared to last year’s billsBahamas· 2025-07-25
Michela Barnett-Ellis criticized the rising costs of Bahamas Power & Light bills, calling them 'a never-ending nightmare'.
BPL bill rise ‘a nightmare’Bahamas· 2025-07-24Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis accused the Davis administration of enacting critical laws without implementing them.
Barnett-Ellis: Govt passing laws without implementingBahamas· 2025-06-24Michela Barnett-Ellis is the deputy chair of the Parliamentary Human Rights Committee who acknowledged the delay in the implementation of the Protection Against Violence Bill.
Laroda: Disturbing rise in cases of mothers prostituting their daughtersBahamas· 2025-06-10
Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis is the deputy chair of the PHRC and emphasized the committee's oversight role.
Human rights body ‘to tackle violence and protect children’Bahamas· 2025-05-27
Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis serving as deputy chair.
Human Rights committee holds first meeting after two yearsBahamas· 2025-03-04
Free National Movement Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis made a similar argument in the Senate, noting that the Progressive Liberal Party has made bold legislative moves in the past.
BCC: don’t blame church on marital rape lawBahamas· 2025-02-14
Senator Michela Barnett Ellis has accused the Davis administration of lacking the courage to criminalise marital rape.
‘Not brave enough’ on marital rape lawBahamas· 2025-02-13