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Consultation On Retaining The Local Workforce

Consultation On Retaining The Local Workforce

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward presented a Position Paper on “Retaining the Local Workforce,” noting that he is inviting consultation on the proposals and “seeking feedback on proposals to retain Bermuda’s local workforce, for the long-term benefit of our country.” Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday, the... Read more of this article

Govt Launch Red Tape Reduction Consultation

Govt Launch Red Tape Reduction Consultation

“I am announcing the opening of the promised consultation with the Government’s largest and most important stakeholder, the people of Bermuda, to hear directly from the public about what regulations they feel can be reduced,” Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said in the House of Assembly. The Premier said, “We want to hear... Read more of this article

Cabinet Approve “Pilot Ridesharing Program”

Cabinet Approve “Pilot Ridesharing Program”

The Cabinet has approved a “pilot ridesharing program” and “as part of this initiative, the Cabinet has authorised the grant of a maximum of 150 new permits to be known as rideshare permits,” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert said in the House of Assembly today [March 15]. “One crucial condition of the rideshare permit... Read more of this article

MP Michael Dunkley Announces Retirement

MP Michael Dunkley Announces Retirement

Michael Dunkley will be retiring as  Member of Parliament, effective March 31st. Speaking in the House of Assembly today, OBA MP Michael Dunkley said, “I rise to inform this Hon House and the people of Bermuda of a very difficult decision I have made. Effective March 31st this year I will retire as the Member of Parliament representing the... Read more of this article

Clark Somner Appointed As Clerk To Legislature

Clark Somner Appointed As Clerk To Legislature

Clark Somner has been appointed as the Clerk to the Legislature, effective April 1st. A Government spokesperson said, “The Head of the Public Service, Cherie Whitter announced the appointment of Mr. Clark Somner to the post of Clerk to the Legislature, effective April 1st. “Mr. Somner has spent 27 years in the Public Service in the roles... Read more of this article

Information Commissioner Issues 7 Decisions

Information Commissioner Issues 7 Decisions

Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez recently issued seven decisions. A spokesperson said, “In Decision 03/2024, Cabinet Office, the Information Commissioner considered a request for records about fintech and the Fintech Business Unit and Office. Before conducting a reasonable search for all of the records sought, the Cabinet Office concluded... Read more of this article

Minister Campbell Signs ‘PIPA Intent Statement’

Minister Campbell Signs ‘PIPA Intent Statement’

Minister for the Cabinet Office Vance Campbell signed a “PIPA Intent Statement,” committing the Government to being PIPA ready by January 1, 2025. A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier this week, the Minister for the Cabinet Office, Vance Campbell signed a “PIPA Intent Statement”, which commits that the Government will be PIPA... Read more of this article

OBA & Govt Comment On Passing Budget

OBA & Govt Comment On Passing Budget

The “Government was not able to pass its budget at the end of the Budget debate in Parliament” as they “failed to bring the required Appropriation Act to Parliament,” Shadow Finance Minister Senator Doug De Couto said, while the Ministry of Finance said his statement was “another weak and shameless attempt by the Opposition... Read more of this article

Minister Introduces Framework For Family Offices

Minister Introduces Framework For Family Offices

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward introduced Bermuda’s framework of solutions for family offices in the House of Assembly. The Minister said, “In its simplest form, a family office is a private business established for the benefit of a family of significant wealth. With a heavy focus on private wealth management, family offices manage... Read more of this article

Opposition Leader Extends Ramadan Greetings

Opposition Leader Extends Ramadan Greetings

“During the blessed month of Ramadan, we extend our heartfelt acknowledgment to our Muslim friends and community members in Bermuda,” Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson said. Mr Richardson said, “Ramadan is a time of reflection, spiritual growth, and communal unity. We honour and respect the devotion and discipline observed during... Read more of this article

Govt Statement On House/Appropriation Act

Govt Statement On House/Appropriation Act

This evening [March 11] the Government “requested the indulgence of the Speaker of the House and the Opposition to rise and report progress, enabling the Appropriation Act to be passed on the previously scheduled meeting of the House of Assembly on Friday [March 15],” the government advised. Following this evening’s development, the... Read more of this article

Minister Updates On Merging BLDC & WEDCO

Minister Updates On Merging BLDC & WEDCO

Speaking in the House of Assembly today [March 11], Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch provided an update on the planned merger between the Bermuda Land Development Company [BLDC] and the West End Development Corporation [WEDCO], explaining that “there has been a delay regarding the legislative amendments needed to complete the project.” The... Read more of this article

UK Parliament: Q&A On Cannabis Laws

UK Parliament: Q&A On Cannabis Laws

“The UK is committed to working in partnership with Bermuda and we remain available to discuss new proposals on this legislation,” the British Parliamentary Under-Secretary said when asked about decriminalisation of possession of cannabis in Bermuda. During a recent session in the British Parliament,  Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell... Read more of this article

Minister On Removing Abandoned Vehicles

Minister On Removing Abandoned Vehicles

Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert provided an update on the progress made in tackling abandon vehicles across the island in the House of Assembly today [March 8]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I stand here today to provide an update on the progress made in tackling abandon vehicles across the island. Mr. Speaker, we have... Read more of this article

Minister Furbert On International Women’s Day

Minister Furbert On International Women’s Day

“The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors embraces the 2024 theme for International Women’s Day – #InspireInclusion” and “we celebrate all women in all of their diversities,” Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinée Furbert said in the House of Assembly today [March 8]. The Minister’s full... Read more of this article

Minister On Expanded Scholarship Program

Minister On Expanded Scholarship Program

“This year, we’re proud to introduce new and improved awards that underscore our dedication to accessible, inclusive education,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [March 8], the Minister said, “This year, we’re proud to introduce new and improved awards that underscore our... Read more of this article