Palm Casino Cleared to Reopen After Court Overturns Shutdown
A Belize court has overturned the government's shutdown of the Palm Casino in San Pedro, allowing it to reopen immediately.Summary
The Palm Casino in San Pedro, Belize, has been cleared to reopen after a court ruled its government-ordered closure on January 29th unlawful. The casino owners challenged the shutdown as procedurally flawed and lacking justification, and the court agreed, finding insufficient evidence to support the government’s action. The casino, which opened in mid-2023 and features slot machines, table games, and a full bar, had become a popular destination for locals and tourists. While community concerns regarding its location and parking had been raised, the court’s decision allows the casino to resume operations. A manager confirmed the reopening, stating the closure was unlawful, and while an appeal is possible, the casino is currently operating as usual.
(Source：Sanpedrosun)