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Auditor General On Govt’s Consolidated Fund

Auditor General On Govt’s Consolidated Fund

The Auditor General commented on the Audited Financial Statements of the Consolidated Fund of the Government of Bermuda for the year ended March 31, 2023 A spokesperson said, “Auditor General, Heather Thomas, today commented on her qualified opinion on the financial statements of the Consolidated Fund of the Government of Bermuda for the year... Read more of this article

Government Analyst Earns PSEA Award

Government Analyst Earns PSEA Award

A Government Analyst from the Ministry of Health earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for February, with the Government noting “this meticulous, exacting and dedicated public officer provides forensic drug chemistry and technical analysis to assist in crime detection.” A Government spokesperson said, “Recently [15 March],... 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

Retail Sales Decreased 1.6% In Sept 2023

Retail Sales Decreased 1.6% In Sept 2023

After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation, measured at 3.4% in September, the overall volume of retail sales index decreased 1.6% when compared to September 2022, according to the recently released September 2023 Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the September 2023 Retail... Read more of this article

Minister Roban Attends 11th World Ocean Summit

Minister Roban Attends 11th World Ocean Summit

This week, Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban, participated in the 11th Annual World Ocean Summit and Expo held in Lisbon, Portugal, from March 11th to 13th. A Government spokesperson said, “Throughout the three-day event, Minister Roban spoke on three panels and attended workshops with experts on Marine Protected Areas and... 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

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

TCD: Avoid Last Minute Exams & Registrations

TCD: Avoid Last Minute Exams & Registrations

The Transport Control Department [TCD] “strongly advises customers to avoid last-minute vehicle examinations, registrations and re-licensing this month due to the public holiday on Friday, March 29.” A spokesperson from TCD said, “Our last business day this month falls on Thursday, March 28, with the examination and re-licensing period... Read more of this article

Govt To Invest Millions In New Asphalt Plant

Govt To Invest Millions In New Asphalt Plant

“This purchase is not merely an acquisition; it’s a real sign of progress in addressing the state of our roads,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch about an agreement to acquire a new asphalt plant. A Government spokesperson said, “Cabinet has approved the purchase of a new, cutting-edge asphalt plant and road asphalting... Read more of this article

Govt: Technical Issue Affects Pay Advice

Govt: Technical Issue Affects Pay Advice

The Government’s Department of Employee & Organizational Development [DE&OD] is “advising of a technical anomaly affecting monthly employees and pensioners.” A DE&OD spokesperson advised that, “Although monthly employees and pensioners were compensated at the end of January and February 2024, due to a technical issue some... Read more of this article

Minister Roban To Attend World Ocean Summit

Minister Roban To Attend World Ocean Summit

Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban will represent Bermuda at the 11th Annual World Ocean Summit and Expo in Lisbon, Portugal, from March 11th to 13th, 2024. Minister Roban explained, “I am happy to share that while attending COP28 and speaking at an event hosted by Island Innovation, the Economist, recognized as one of the... Read more of this article

Human Rights Conference On March 21

Human Rights Conference On March 21

The Bermuda Human Rights Commission announced their 2024 conference — with a theme of ‘What Can I Do? What Can We Do?’ — will take place on March 21st at Pier Six, Front Street, Hamilton from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A spokesperson said, “Executive Officer, Lisa Reed, extends a public invitation to anyone who is passionate about... Read more of this article

“PATI & The People’s Budget: Now What?”

“PATI & The People’s Budget: Now What?”

The “PATI & The People’s Budget: Now what?” discussion will be held on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Information Commissioner Gitanjali S. Gutierrez and media personality Jamel Hardtman invite the public on Wednesday, 6 March at 6:00pm AST to join PATI & The People’s Budget: Now what? Keeping your government... Read more of this article

Legislation To Protect Employee Tips In Effect

Legislation To Protect Employee Tips In Effect

The Ministry of Economy and Labour reminded the public that the Employment [Protection of Employee Tips and Other Gratuities] Amendment Act 2023 and the Procedural Guidance for determining the distribution of tips and other gratuities comes into effect today [March 1]. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is reminded that the Amendment... Read more of this article

Chris Spencer Appointed As Director Of TCD

Chris Spencer Appointed As Director Of TCD

The Head of the Public Service, Cherie Whitter, announced the appointment of T A ‘Chris’ Spencer as the Director of the Transport Control Department [TCD]. A Government spokesperson said, ”In his capacity as Director of TCD, Mr. Spencer will operate under the guidance of the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transport. He will... Read more of this article