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Mandisa Richardson Earns PSEA Award
Mandisa Richardson, a Customer Service Agent at the Bermuda Post Office, has earned the Public Service Excellence Award. A Government spokesperson said, “This week Premier David Burt recognized Mandisa Richardson as the recipient of the October Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA]. “As the community is aware, the PSEA is a programme that... Read more of this article
Tech Education Day Held For Students
The Economic Development Department [EDD] recently hosted the 2023 Tech Education Day, with the full-day event “aimed to inspire and educate high school students about the vast and exciting world of technology.” A Government spokesperson said, “It featured a comprehensive agenda covering FinTech, AI, robotics, app development, cybersecurity,... Read more of this article
22 People Complete Gardening Workshop
The Department of Health recently celebrated the graduation of 22 participants from the Grow Eat Save Gardening Workshop. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Health recently held the Grow Eat Save Gardening Workshop Graduation. 22 graduates persevered and completed the course. “Members of this graduating class will enjoy exclusive... Read more of this article
Photos: Tech Talent Recognized In TechAwards
Bermuda’s annual TechAwards competition, hosted by the Economic Development Department, celebrated some of the island’s tech companies and developers. A Government spokesperson said, “Recently, Bermuda’s annual TechAwards competition hosted by the Economic Development Department showcased Bermuda’s remarkable pool of high-quality... Read more of this article
Corporate Income Tax Third Public Consultation
The Government of Bermuda issued a third Public Consultation paper regarding the proposed introduction of a corporate income tax [“CIT”] that would be applicable to Bermuda businesses that are part of a Multinational Enterprise Group [“MNE”] with annual revenue of €750M or more. A Government spokesperson said, “Since 2021, over 140 countries,... Read more of this article
‘Ensuring A Well-Governed Charitable Sector’
As “part of its efforts to further strengthen compliance by charitable organizations, the Minister of Social Development and Seniors today underscored the importance of the Government and charitable organizations working together and doing their respective part to maintain compliance and ensure Bermuda’s Non-Profit Organizational [NPO] sector... Read more of this article
Public Schools To Host Open House Events
Bermuda’s public schools are inviting parents and prospective students to a series of Preschool and Middle School Open Houses in advance of registration for the 2024 – 2025 school year. A Government spokesperson said, “An Education Department spokesperson said, “The Open Houses will take place at the school sites [with the exception... Read more of this article
Consultation Process On Caricom Membership
The Government announced in the 2023 Throne Speech that they will be “initiating a consultation process leading to full membership in Caricom.” The relevant extract stated, “The vision of former Premier, the Hon. Dame Jennifer Smith was for Bermuda to strengthen the historic, familial, and cultural ties to the Caribbean. This year... Read more of this article
Uniformed Services Cadet Training Programme
The Government will implement a Uniformed Services Cadet Training Programme providing foundational training for young people of school age. This is according to the 2023 Throne Speech, with the relevant extract stating, “To address the human resource issues identified within our uniformed services, and to ensure that more Bermudians are able to... Read more of this article
Minister Hayward Attends AfriCaribbean Forum
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward participated in the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum [ACTIF] held in Georgetown, Guyana. A Government spokesperson said, “The Hon Jason Hayward, Minister of Economy and Labour, recently attended the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum [ACTIF], an initiative of Afrieximbank, which took place... Read more of this article
Cherie-lynn Whitter Named Public Service Head
Cherie-lynn Whitter has been appointed as the Head of the Public Service, the Government announced today. A Government spokesperson said, “Following the recommendation of the Public Service Commission [PSC], Mrs. Cherie-lynn Whitter has been appointed as the Head of the Public Service. “Mrs. Whitter assumes the role following the retirement... Read more of this article
Passport Processing Resumes, Delays Expected
The Department of Immigration has resumed processing passport applications, noting that there were over 450 outstanding passport applications in process before the cyber-attack last month, so ”until the application backlog returns to normal levels, the processing timeline may take up to 20 weeks.” A Government spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
Prosecutions Team Participate In Conference
The Director of Public Prosecutions [DPP], Cindy Clarke, led a small team to London to participate in the International Association of Prosecutors’ [IAP] Annual General Conference, held from September 24-27, under the theme “The Changing Nature of Crime in the 21st Century: Challenges and Responses” A Government spokesperson said, “There... Read more of this article
Single Lane Closure On Middle Road, Smiths
The Ministry of Public Works announced a single-lane closure on Middle Road near Jennings Road in Smiths from October 26th to 27th. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform the motoring public that Middle Road near Jennings Road, Smiths Parish, will have a single-lane closure in order to relocate utility services... Read more of this article
Accountant General Offices Closure
The Accountant General’s Offices, including the Cashiers’ Office, will close at 1:00 p.m. on Friday and reopen at 8:45 a.m. on Monday. A Government spokesperson said, “The Accountant General’s Offices [including the Cashiers’ Office] will be closing at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 20, 2023. The offices and cashiers will re-open on Monday,... Read more of this article
Govt Seeks Public Input On Homelessness
The Government of Bermuda continues to seeks input from people regarding homelessness. A Government spokesperson said, “Homelessness is a growing concern on our island, and we are committed to taking action. Understanding the community’s perceptions of homelessness is the first step toward real change. We invite you to provide your thoughts,... Read more of this article
