Minister of Transport and Energy, the Hon. Jobeth Coleby-Davis appeared at a press conference at the Office of the Prime Minister on Monday where she announced a deal for disconnected Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) customers to have their service restored.

Coleby-Davis said, “between the 1st November, 2024 and 31st January, 2025 disconnected residential customers can pay as little as 10% of their outstanding balances to have their electricity turned on and reconnected.”

BPL Chief Executive Officer, Toni Seymour further explained the new initiative.  She said, “a customer service representative will meet each customer to review their outstanding balance and current situation offering the most favorable repayment options available.  We anticipate that most customers will be able to pay off their balances within six months.  This means they can be in good standing with BPL before the peak summer period of 2025 clearing their previous debts.”

Seymour added, “once the 10% down payment is made and repayment terms are settled we expect to reconnect electricity for these customers on the same day or the following day.  There may be exceptions however for those whose services have been disconnected for more than six months as these cases will require a meter inspection to ensure safety.”

The Merry and Bright Initiative could affect some 2050 BPL customers.