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Premier: $21.8 Million In Additional Funding
The Supplementary Estimate of $21.8 million provides support for multiple areas including social support, security, infrastructure, education, community development, technology and more, including $11 million to support the recently negotiated salary agreement for hospital staff, Premier David Burt said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday... Read more of this article
Minister On Addressing Feral Chicken Problem
A new system will allow residents to report feral chicken activity, the Ministry is hiring two additional contractors and Government will begin a pilot programme allowing selected registered farmers to address feral chickens on their own properties, Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams said in the House of Assembly. The Minister said,... Read more of this article
Minister On 2024 Labour Force Survey Report
“The unemployment rate was measured at 1.4 per cent, below the 2.8 per cent recorded in November 2023,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Dec 5] the Minister said, “I rise today to share the findings of the November 2024 Labour Force Survey Report, which provide encouraging... Read more of this article
Minister On BHC Refurbishment Program
The Private Sector Refurbishment Programme offers up to $125,000 in interest-free funding to “refurbish units currently unfit for occupancy, allowing these homes to be restored and added to Bermuda’s affordable rental inventory,” Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Dec... Read more of this article
Minister Adams On Road Works, Paving & More
“The condition of our roads has become one of the most talked-about issues throughout our island,” Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams said, adding that ”our people have been clear that they want action, not excuses, and this Government is delivering just that.” Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday[Dec... Read more of this article
Minister On UNIDPD & Human Rights Day
“I rise today in recognition of the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities, observed annually on December 3rd,” Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert said in the House of Assembly today [Dec 5]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Good morning, Mr. Speaker, Honorable Members, and... Read more of this article
Minister On New Benefits For HIP/FutureCare
HIP and FutureCare policyholders will “benefit from a significant package of enhanced coverage,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said in the House of Assembly today [Dec 5]. The Minister said, “It gives me great pleasure to announce that, beginning in January 2026, HIP and FutureCare policyholders will benefit from a significant package... Read more of this article
Minister Darrell Updates On TCD Digitalization
TCD “added the Commercial Vehicle Permit [CVP], also known as Trucks Permits, to its suite of growing digital applications,” Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell said in the House of Assembly today [Dec 5]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to update this Honourable... Read more of this article
Minister On College Report & Financial Statement
“”I rise today to table the Bermuda College Annual Report for the 2024-25 and the audited financial statements for the fiscal year ended 31 March 2025,” Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation Diallo Rabain said in the House of Assembly today [Dec 5]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker, I rise... Read more of this article
Premier Burt On 2025 Joint Ministerial Council
Premier David Burt provided an overview of his recent attendance at the Joint Ministerial Council in London, which is the highest political forum between the UK Government and elected governments of the Overseas Territories. The Premier’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker , Honourable Members will be aware of my recent attendance at the Joint... Read more of this article
Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business
[Updated with live audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Dec 5] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include Joint Ministerial Council 2025, Delivering On Our Commitments – Investing To Meet Bermuda’s Needs, Update On Government Housing Initiatives, Bermuda Housing Corporation Private Sector Refurbishment Program Update,... Read more of this article
Video: Road Safety Council Press Conference
Minister of Tourism and Transport Owen Darrell held a press conference to promote the Bermuda Road Safety Council’s Designated Driver Campaign. Minister Darrell said, “As the holiday season approaches and the festivities, gatherings, and parties begin we are here today with a clear message: every resident must take responsibility for their actions... Read more of this article
