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Senate Meeting Rescheduled To November 27
The Senate meeting scheduled for today [Nov 20] has been rescheduled to November 27th due to a lack of running water at Veritas Place. A Government spokesperson said, “The House of Assembly / Office of the Legislature advised that today’s scheduled Senate Meeting has been rescheduled for November 27, 2024. “Today’s meeting was postponed... Read more of this article
Premier Burt Meets With MP Tulip Siddiq
Premier David Burt held a meeting with British MP Tulip Siddiq – the Economic Secretary to the Treasury — and updated her on Bermuda’s progress in implementing the global minimum tax agreement Premier David Burt posted the image below on X and said, “Productive meetings continued in London, where I congratulated MP Tulip Siddiq... Read more of this article
Board Recommends 18.8% Pay Increase For MPs
[Updated] The Legislature Salaries Review Board recommended that MPs and Senators be granted an 18.8% increase and MPs be granted an additional $7,000 per year, so the recommendation is that an MP’s basic salary “would increase from $56,023 to $73,555 and Senators basic salary would increase from $30,367 to $36,076.” Report The report... Read more of this article
“Road To PIPA” Awareness Campaign
On January 1, 2025, PIPA will officially come into effect and the Office of the Privacy Commissioner has been conducting a “Road to PIPA” awareness campaign, with an objective to offer guidance to Bermuda’s organisations and individuals in advance of the implementation date. A Government spokesperson said, “For the past year, the Office... Read more of this article
Senate: Order Of Business For November 20th
The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [Nov 20], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Update on Sports Policy. The Order of Business follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories “Road To PIPA” Awareness Campaign Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business PLP On Independents, Coalitions & More Bermuda Land... Read more of this article
Video: Ministry Grants $25,000 To Eliza DoLittle
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors has granted $25,000 to The Eliza DoLittle Society, Minister Tinee Furbert said today [Nov 19], adding that “nearly 30% of residents in Bermuda face food insecurity, with 10% experiencing extreme deprivation.” Speaking at a press conference today, Minister Furbert said, “I want... Read more of this article
Video: Minister On MOU With Botanical Society
“By collaborating with the Bermuda Botanical Society, we are investing in the future of the Botanical Gardens,” Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said at a press conference today [Nov 19] where he announced that they “have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance the funding and development of the Bermuda Botanical... Read more of this article
Devonshire MPs Honor Canon James Francis
Devonshire MPs paid tribute to the late Canon James Francis, calling him a “man of great spiritual and community leadership.” A spokesperson said, “Today, as men and MPs, we offer our tribute to a man of great spiritual and community leadership to parishioners of Christ Church and people of Devonshire. Canon Francis was a servant... Read more of this article
Minister Weeks Attends Annual BerDIN Meeting
Minister of National Security Michael Weeks recently attended the annual Bermuda Drug Information Network [BerDIN] meeting at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. In his welcoming remarks, Minister Weeks stated, “The data presented here enhances our understanding of key trends related to addiction, prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and... Read more of this article
Premier In UK For Overseas Territories Meetings
Premier David Burt, as well as other local officials, are in London this week participating in the annual Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council [OT JMC] Meetings. A Government spokesperson said “This yearly meeting hosted by the UK Government, brings together Leaders of the Overseas Territories. The Joint Ministerial Council is the... Read more of this article
Photos: PLP Hold Black Tie Gala Event
[Updated] The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] hosted their Black Tie Gala event this weekend at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. A spokesperson previously said, “The highlight of the evening will be a keynote address from our esteemed guest speaker, The Honourable Dickon Mitchell, Prime Minister of Grenada, who will share insights and words... Read more of this article
GSP Responds To Violence Reduction Strategy
The Gina Spence Program [GSP] expressed their support and response to the National Violence Reduction Strategy unveiled by Minister of National Security Michael Weeks. “Firstly, I want to commend Minister Weeks for his dedication and leadership in addressing the pressing issue of gang violence in our community,” said Gina Spence-Virgil. “Your... Read more of this article
