Hashtag: #BermudaWebsites
‘Digitally Transformed’ Post Office Experience
The Post Office’s new customer portal and mobile payments platform has been launched, serving as part of the Bermuda Post Office’s “journey towards a digitally transformed customer experience.” A Government spokesperson said, “Following the rollout of Swift Postal in December 2018 across all of the Bermuda Post Office’s [BPO]... Read more of this article
Liquor Licence Applications Online Service
The Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform Kathy Lynn Simmons announced the launch of the Liquor Licensing Authority’s new Digital Application process. “The Liquor License Amendment Act 2019 became operative on May 13, 2019. The Act ushered in Bermuda’s most comprehensive reform related to the liquor licensing... Read more of this article
IoD Bermuda Launches New Website
The Institute of Directors, Bermuda branch, has launched its own website – www.IoD.bm – with information on professional courses and events. Rochelle Simons, Chair of the IoD Branch along with Sara Schroter and Michelle Cardwell, members of the Executive Committee of the IoD and who have been coordinating the new site, said: “We are very excited... Read more of this article
Tech Issues: BWS Website [Seems Fixed Now]
[Updated] The Bermuda Weather Service website continues to experience technical issues — as of this writing it is still saying a hurricane warning is in effect — and while they await the issue to be resolved, the BWS is updating their Facebook page with pertinent information. A BWS forecaster told Bernews, “I cannot speak to the specifics... Read more of this article
New Election Website Offers Stats & Information
While most people’s focus has been on the hurricane, for obvious reasons, the island also has an election set to take place soon, and Bernews recently launched a new website – BermudaElection.com – in order to provide in-depth statistical information as well as up-to-date coverage of the 2020 General Election. Aiming to be a comprehensive... Read more of this article
Video: ‘Taking Off’ Highlights Airport Website
Skyport has released the latest episode of ‘Taking Off’, a video series with host Mikaela Pearman that highlights the airport redevelopment project, with this episode highlighting their website. Speaking in the episode, Mikaela Pearman said, “As the Airport Redevelopment project gets nearer to completion, we’ve made our website the go to place... Read more of this article
BTA Adds Innovative New Feature To Website
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has added an innovative new feature to its website to help travellers to the island see which local enterprises are now open for business. A spokesperson said, “The BTA created a visual cue on GoToBermuda.com that clearly signifies to consumers which hotels, accommodations, retail stores, restaurants, bars,... Read more of this article
City Of Hamilton Launches Refreshed Website
The City of Hamilton announced the launch of its newly refreshed website which they said is “designed to be more user-friendly with improved navigation and functionality and in line with its corporate branding.” A spokesperson said, “Created with the user experience in mind, the City has included new features and endeavoured to make more... Read more of this article
New Community & Cultural Affairs Website
The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs has launched a new website that they said “will serve as a hub for information about events, programmes, and educational resources.” A Government spokesperson said, “On the eve of Bermuda Day, the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs has launched a new website at www.communityandculture.bm... Read more of this article
Report A Shelter-In-Place Violation Online
There is an online form where you can report a person or entity that is possibly violating the Covid-19 Shelter-In-Place regulations, National Security Minister Wayne Caines announced this evening. The website page, on the police website, states,”Do you have a concern about a person, a business or an entity that is possibly violating Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
TABS Website Now Offering ‘Local Loves’ Section
For the first time, TABS has included other local brands on their website so that customers can continue to purchase products from their favourite local designers while the TABS flagship store in Hamilton is closed due to the Covid-19 virus. “Since opening their flagship store in July 2016, TABS has been proud to provide a showcase for other locally... Read more of this article
Police Warn About Fake MarketPlace Website
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is warning the public about a fake website claiming to represent The MarketPlace that is “deceiving residents with an alleged $250 gift card giveaway.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a fake website claiming to represent The MarketPlace that is deceiving residents with... Read more of this article
Column: Your Vacation Rental Needs A Website
[Column written by Ade Brown] Recently, there has been much discussion within the community about reduced bookings in the short term rental [STR] market. Many property managers and STR owners are struggling due to decreased occupancy. The introduction of the 4.5% Government levied taxes are largely being associated with this issue. But, hold on, there... Read more of this article
Mailboxes Launches New Upgraded Website
Mailboxes today announced more developments in its modernisation drive, launching a brand new website Mailboxes.bm. President Kenny Thomson wants to push technology to help make the company more customer focussed, saying: “We are all living such hectic lives – we need to make our service as quick and easy a possible. My dad was innovative when... Read more of this article
Government Launches Space & Satellite Website
The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched its Space and Satellite website which is the “official hub of Bermuda’s Space and Satellite Administration.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched its Space and Satellite website at www.space.gov.bm. “The aim of the website is to be the official... Read more of this article
WeCount: Authenticated Polling Site Launches
After months of research, development and completing an initial beta testing phase, www.wecount.bm said they have “officially launched the first authenticated polling website designed for Bermuda.” “Standard polling in Bermuda, whether online, over the phone or in person can be selective, unauthenticated, inaccurate and unreliable.... Read more of this article
