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Fiscal Responsibility Panel Assessment Report
“Of greatest concern is the certainty of the island’s shrinking workforce and rapidly ageing population” as “this will put ever-increasing pressure on both taxes and spending.” This was contained in the Bermuda Fiscal Responsibility Panel’s 2018 Annual Assessment, which was tabled in the House of Assembly today [Dec 7]. A... Read more of this article
Minister: Procurement & Framework Agreements
“The Public Service is now taking the necessary steps to implement procurement strategies that leverage the Government’s purchasing power, maximise efficiencies, and achieve cost savings,” Minister for the Cabinet Office Walton Brown said in the House of Assembly today [Dec 7]. In providing an update on the implementation of the Code of... Read more of this article
Investigating Complaints Of Price Gouging
Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban provided an update on Consumer Affairs’ efforts to investigate complaints from the public regarding alleged price gouging. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Dec 7], the Minister said, “Consumer Affairs has received a number of complaints about the hike in prices of certain staples. Persons have complained... Read more of this article
‘Is It Time To Consider An Education Authority?’
Saying he is “distressed with the state of play with our teachers, para-professionals, principals, the BUT and the Minister,” Shadow Education Minister Cole Simons asked is it time to consider “an Education Authority to take the politics out of education.” His comments follow after the Education Minister confirmed that para educators... Read more of this article
Parliament: Order Of Business For December 7
Statements on the 2018 Joint Ministerial Council and related meetings in the UK & Europe, Investigating Complaints of Price Gouging, an Update on the Code of Practice for Project Management and Procurement Framework Agreements, and the Royal Bermuda Regiment are due to be delivered in the House of Assembly on Friday [Dec 7]. In addition, Premier... Read more of this article
Career Development Workshop Held Today
This morning [Dec 6] the Minister of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports Lovitta Foggo supported her Department of Workforce Development team at their free career development workshops, held at the Devonshire Recreation Club. The Minister met with job-seekers and chatted to them about their career goals and ambitions. The aim of the well-attended workshops... Read more of this article
Minister & ABIR Discuss Immigration Reform
Yesterday [Dec 5], the Minister of National Security Wayne Caines and Permanent Secretary Collin Anderson met with President and Chief Executive Officer, John Huff and Director of Policy and Regulation, Suzanne Williams of the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] to discuss immigration reform and work permit applications. Minister... Read more of this article
Video: Education Minister Press Conference
[Updated] Minister of Education Diallo Rabain is holding a press conference this morning [Dec 6] which the Ministry said was “regarding an update on Bermuda Public Schools.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The Minister spoke about recent challenges and discussions with the Union,... Read more of this article
OBA Calls For Explanation From Former Minister
OBA Leader Craig Cannonier has called for a “personal explanation” from former Minister Michael Weeks about the allegations that children in care were mistreated, while the PLP has said they “support the government’s commitment to a thorough investigation that ensures that the interests of our children are protected.” OBA... Read more of this article
Video: Interview With Minister Kim Wilson
Minister of Health Kim Wilson is speaking with Bernews this afternoon [Dec 5], sitting down for a live interview with journalist Don Burgess to discuss topics including the cost of healthcare, and you can tune in below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 24-minute replay is below If you want to listen ‘on the go’, you can also access... Read more of this article
Column: UK Parliament, Bermuda’s Register Law
[Opinion column written by OBA MP Scott Pearman] With our Premier in London meeting with the UK Overseas Territories Association, this may be an appropriate moment to reflect on Bermuda’s current relationship with the UK. There are times when Bermuda’s Premier [or Finance Minister] needs to politely disagree with our UK counterparts – to ensure... Read more of this article
‘Need To Resolve Bermuda’s Passport Issue’
Premier David Burt and Minister Walton Brown met with Her Majesty’s Passport Office in London where they discussed the “urgent need to resolve Bermuda’s passport issue.” A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier today, during the Joint Ministerial Council meetings in London, Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP and Minister for the... Read more of this article
